This is good advice for prospective students, however, i think the experience is subjective. I worked and was able to support myself throughout, also i was able to secure scholarship for PhD after that and also got a permanent job as a lecturer. Of course, it is not easy, things are hard but you proper guidance to make the most of your stay. You have to be strategic even the course you will select is important in this area, i support students in this area to help students make the most of the time here. I share these information on my channel as well.
Also start applying for jobs early. If you are looking for a job for the following year start applying in May/June of the previous year, finding a job is tough. For people that are looking for part time jobs it’s also not always easy I was there for 6 months and didn’t get anything. My friends have been applying for a year and also we’re not successful so keep that in mind
That's good content, however students need to be careful. The intention of this Graduate route (2 year visa after under/grad studies or 3 years after PhD) is for the applicant to find a job in their field, not to be in a barber shop doing haircuts. I understood the point of the example in the video, but remember that this visa is not renewable and the professional experience in the UK is key to find a job that provides a Skilled Worker Visa before the post-study Graduate visa expires. If you don't have any UK professional experience in these years after studies, the chances to be employed in your field before your visa expire decrease sharply. Also remember that after you finish uni, you will pay taxes, nothing will have a student discount anymore, etc., so probably you will earn more money but will also have more expenses. I speak from my personal experience.
My 2 cents to this before I left Nigeria to the UK this was what I did. I used my basic economic knowledge to analyze the economy of the states I was interested in. I checked the unemployment rate, the per capital income(how much does an individual worth), cost of living, population, industry rates etc. This informed my decisions and I chose Birmingham. Also check the instalmental policy of your school should you want to follow that route. Does the school require you pay 50% before you can start instalmental payments? Etc. Draft your monthly budget and do most of your cooking yourself. Buying food outside wont save you money.
Great video Chidera...your advise to start thinking of the end is golden. The clock literally starts ticking before you land in the UK. If you started thinking of skills that could provide good income, you'll learn those skills before leaving home. Same applies on the professional front. Are there any professional certificates you have already or experience that you can use in boosting your chances of getting a job. Look on LinkedIn at CVs and profiles of those in similar roles that your course could lead to. What certifications or relevant do they have that you can get prior to you leaving your country? It might be much cheaper doing those courses from your home country.
This is exactly what I have been talking to people about all year. These are great points. It is easy to underrate things and not think ahead and anticipate obstacles...
Great information! I’m glad I’ve deferred to get more funding in store for my studies. I feel like I can use the year to prepare better with this kind of information. Thanks sis.
Everything she said is true. I'm here and I know how hard it is to get a job especially in these unprecedented Covid times, even part time jobs are a bit difficult to get. God help you all.
Good advice there .I wish I had watched this video before coming to the UK. Really coming here with the mind set that you will work and pay your fees is a scam. It's not easy at all. You will end up just working more than the required hours to work as a student and not have time to study.
Thanks you for your advises ❤❤❤❤❤ I was planning to come to UK 🇬🇧, expecting to get job easily to support my expenses , as of right now I will be thinking profoundly 🙏🙏🙏 thanks once more❤
Thanks ! This was pretty motivational. I actually checked out the shortage occupation list in the UK before considering to study there. But i double checked when you say it. I hope I can find a job after graduation. Because even though i want to start my own business, I'd like to work there for a couple years. Wish everyone the best of luck !
Thanks for your previous videos, it helps i am now in the UK i am also raising my tuition by my self, i knw its not easy but i believe with God its possible
If you going to UK, Please remember its a tuff ground means, you must have solid skills that are in high demand in the UK. If you are the kind of person that thinks " Well we will see, all I need to do is get to the UK ". I guarantee you, you will not make it. Chidera you are 100% right.
I currently studying in the UK for my master's, I'll soon be done. I always tell people with 20hours a week you can't pay your fees. My fee is over £20,000 I can't pay for it. Thank God for my Dad.. Please tell them I have been telling people. I work part-time and the only thing my part-time money can adequately cover are rent, feeding, and Gym. SHINE YOUR EYES!!!!
Just stumbled on ur page. I likeeee you, u are very detailed 🥰🥰 I just finish uni in Nigeria and I’m planning ahead for my masters. Ur video is so helpful
Very informative, Chi. Thank you. I have questions concerning English test as a requirement for a phD. But their are many options to that regard. I am seeking clarity.
Thank you for this, Chidera. That is exactly what I have been saying here for months. Why coming to an intolerant country like UK and pay £13000+ per year for a useless course that doesn't guarantee you a job and permanent residence? You can easily go to Countries like Sweden, Norway, Germany, Finland, Denmark, Iceland etc and pay NO tuition fees with a very good chance of securing their citizenship. All that is expected of you is to learn their language and you can easily do that if you are intelligent and motivated, if people are as they claimed to be..
I’ve been saying this thing, people just keep looking for places with big names and no substance. No be by Uk or us . How much opportunities are there and how easy is it to integrate
Hi Mr B. I am looking at this countries you mentioned but I'm still trying to navigate my way to getting an admission. Can you please send your email address so I could contact you.
Nice video dear very. Informative and interesting to be honest most people coming in are so stress from school fee some can't take lectures too because they have not pay there fees
After watching this video I'm seriously having second thoughts about my decision. I'm to resume my studies with Sunderland university in September. I feel like I'm having a panic attack
Hi Chidera, please don’t have panic attack, that’s not the intention of this video. The intention is to make you fully aware of what it entails and help you make deliberate decisions that’ll contribute to your success. The UK is a great place and it’ll be nice to you 🤗
@@ChideraPeters I pray so. But the money to be spent is what's getting me worried. I feel like I might not get a Return on this investment. Am I wasting money? My sponsors have told me that this is the last thing they’ll do for me.
Please go to school . Don't let people use their experiences to scare you. I'm due in uk in sept too and I'm so positive I will make it . Is Nigeria easier either? Just cut your coat according to your cloth. Theres nothing to be scared of
Thank you always for speaking facts and letting us know sup. I love you girl, it's always fun watching you. Been a follower since early this year though
Can an international student work as an influencer while working 20 hours a week and as a web developer, hair stylist and Mua🥲(self employed though)? Although I know it isn’t allowed according to their website is it possible?
Oh no not at all. If you’re a student and have finished your studies, you apply for the Post Study Work visa which gives you more time to look for a permanent job but in the mean time, you can work any where without needing an actual work permit. I’d advice, using the time wisely to get a proper full time job that companies at the end of your post study work visa, will be willing to sponsor you for a full work permit. You can’t automatically stay in the UK when you become self employed. Good luck
Hi chidera. Nice video you have here. I took my time to watch and read all comments and replies. I studied theatre arts and finished with a 2.1. I’ve work experiences as a retail person and currently own my business. I am thinking of studying business management or marketing. What are my chances of getting a job and sponsorship after my psv?
First to comment even today two times in a row!!!thank you God😭💖And first to like two😩💖
Super proud of you 👏🏽 Thanks for showing up!❤️❤️
This is good advice for prospective students, however, i think the experience is subjective. I worked and was able to support myself throughout, also i was able to secure scholarship for PhD after that and also got a permanent job as a lecturer. Of course, it is not easy, things are hard but you proper guidance to make the most of your stay. You have to be strategic even the course you will select is important in this area, i support students in this area to help students make the most of the time here. I share these information on my channel as well.
Hello, can I get your email address please
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@@ukafricanstudents thankss
What type of job did you get in order to support yourself?
Your submission seems Contradictory...
Also start applying for jobs early. If you are looking for a job for the following year start applying in May/June of the previous year, finding a job is tough. For people that are looking for part time jobs it’s also not always easy I was there for 6 months and didn’t get anything. My friends have been applying for a year and also we’re not successful so keep that in mind
That's good content, however students need to be careful. The intention of this Graduate route (2 year visa after under/grad studies or 3 years after PhD) is for the applicant to find a job in their field, not to be in a barber shop doing haircuts. I understood the point of the example in the video, but remember that this visa is not renewable and the professional experience in the UK is key to find a job that provides a Skilled Worker Visa before the post-study Graduate visa expires. If you don't have any UK professional experience in these years after studies, the chances to be employed in your field before your visa expire decrease sharply. Also remember that after you finish uni, you will pay taxes, nothing will have a student discount anymore, etc., so probably you will earn more money but will also have more expenses.
I speak from my personal experience.
If I get a job outside my field after my masters can I stay back in the uk?
@@rotimidada2619 You can have any job after your masters under the Graduate route.
M.k,please just wanna ask,even if I get a job and after the 2 years expires does it mean i have to leave the uk even with a job at hand?
@@rotimidada2619 you would need to find a job that provides you sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa before your Graduate permission expires
Thanks M.K your advice is invaluable
My 2 cents to this before I left Nigeria to the UK this was what I did. I used my basic economic knowledge to analyze the economy of the states I was interested in. I checked the unemployment rate, the per capital income(how much does an individual worth), cost of living, population, industry rates etc. This informed my decisions and I chose Birmingham. Also check the instalmental policy of your school should you want to follow that route. Does the school require you pay 50% before you can start instalmental payments? Etc. Draft your monthly budget and do most of your cooking yourself. Buying food outside wont save you money.
Wow..!!!! How can I text you so you can tell me more about this 🙏🙏
Hello Ayodele. My name is Kennedy.
Can we talk privily?
Chidera, you’re feeling nostalgic. You said, “when you come here”. Your videos are spot on and I’m glad I found you at the right time! Real helpful.
Yes Chidera I am 🥺
Yes Chidera I am 🥺
U are always on point
Great video Chidera...your advise to start thinking of the end is golden. The clock literally starts ticking before you land in the UK. If you started thinking of skills that could provide good income, you'll learn those skills before leaving home. Same applies on the professional front. Are there any professional certificates you have already or experience that you can use in boosting your chances of getting a job. Look on LinkedIn at CVs and profiles of those in similar roles that your course could lead to. What certifications or relevant do they have that you can get prior to you leaving your country? It might be much cheaper doing those courses from your home country.
Thank you ❤️
Words on marble!!! Thanks Chi, God bless you🥰💯
This is exactly what I have been talking to people about all year. These are great points. It is easy to underrate things and not think ahead and anticipate obstacles...
Mhen God bless my parent who forced me to learn barbing before i travelled
This is what am thinking. How do I go about it
Great information! I’m glad I’ve deferred to get more funding in store for my studies. I feel like I can use the year to prepare better with this kind of information. Thanks sis.
You are right!
Everything no be japa. Proper planning is needed 💯
Very informative video, you really put your heart out for helping international students! Thankyou Chidera!
Love from India!
The hairdressing part and the sociology part is it for me. Thanks Dera for this valued information. So timely.
Everything she said is true. I'm here and I know how hard it is to get a job especially in these unprecedented Covid times, even part time jobs are a bit difficult to get. God help you all.
Hi, are you an international student in the UK?
@@ThePushUKLifestyle yes I am.
Are you there on scholarship?
Please how can I reach you?
Omg you said God help you all 😭😩😂😂😂.. isn’t it God help us all 🙏
@@damilawson3381 😄😄😄
This great advice for international students. Thanks for caring to share.
Wow, girl! This has been the best video I’ve ever watched! Thanks for your tips… love your energy! ⚡️❤️😊
Spot on! Thanks for sharing Chidera, I am a prospective student and I can't wait to put these to use. 💛
Sena, are you a Ghanaian? Could you drop your IG handle for me? Or DM me @thechiderapeters. Thank you
@@ChideraPeters Hi Chidera, I am a Ghanaian. I will send you a DM shortly.
Good advice there .I wish I had watched this video before coming to the UK. Really coming here with the mind set that you will work and pay your fees is a scam. It's not easy at all. You will end up just working more than the required hours to work as a student and not have time to study.
Pls I'll really like you to tell me more if you wouldn't mind pls? Cos I intend coming very soon for study/work.
Thanks you for your advises ❤❤❤❤❤ I was planning to come to UK 🇬🇧, expecting to get job easily to support my expenses , as of right now I will be thinking profoundly 🙏🙏🙏 thanks once more❤
Thanks for sharing, my lady
Thanks for this video.This is so informative…I need to share this with my cousin who is intending to come over here to the Uk
Thank You Chidera
good so some dont expect too much and be prepared
Gosh! Been a silent follower but I just really need to let you know that you rock and I love you!!!
Love you right back!❤️
Hi namesake.
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God bless everything about you 🙏🙏🙏
Informative and educative.
Thumbs up
Great practical tips. First time watching you and Immediately subscribed 👌
your words really helpful 🤗
Thanks for this information.
The video is helpful Chidera, thank you.
Thanks ! This was pretty motivational. I actually checked out the shortage occupation list in the UK before considering to study there. But i double checked when you say it. I hope I can find a job after graduation. Because even though i want to start my own business, I'd like to work there for a couple years. Wish everyone the best of luck !
Thanks for the video
Great advice,thanks
Good advice thanks
Nice piece of advice
Thank you for the info. You have made this journey a lot easier.
Thanks for your previous videos, it helps i am now in the UK i am also raising my tuition by my self, i knw its not easy but i believe with God its possible
Hi I’m also a self funded student currently planning on coming by January....... Is there anyway i can contact you? I have some few questions to ask
Hi
We the Ogees! The real MVPs. But really Chidera has said it all. You see that money part ehhhnnn. Let's loud it.
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If you going to UK, Please remember its a tuff ground means, you must have solid skills that are in high demand in the UK.
If you are the kind of person that thinks " Well we will see, all I need to do is get to the UK ". I guarantee you, you will not make it.
Chidera you are 100% right.
Very good advice
Thanks alot chidera
A very nice advise 👍👌
Very informative!!
Thank you very much, the passion in this. love it
Very good advice for serious students
That is a great one
Thank you so much chidera for this video.
It’s your consistency for me💕💕💕💕
Your videos have been very helpful, thanks!
Thanks Chidera. God bless you. Really helpful and articulate
I currently studying in the UK for my master's, I'll soon be done. I always tell people with 20hours a week you can't pay your fees. My fee is over £20,000 I can't pay for it. Thank God for my Dad.. Please tell them I have been telling people. I work part-time and the only thing my part-time money can adequately cover are rent, feeding, and Gym. SHINE YOUR EYES!!!!
Thanks for sharing this
@@ChideraPeters anytime you’re doing a wonderful job, you’re a virtuoso at this educational RUclips thing
Over £20,000 😯😯?? What course are h studying
@@firdausiibrahimnana6648 is even over £25,000 if you add accommodation. I’m studying an MSc in Renewable Energy at University of Reading..
@@oluwaseyiyussuf2194 omg that’s expensive tbh ....well am going to Kingston university to study pharmacy wish me luck x❤️🥺🥺🥺
Just stumbled on ur page. I likeeee you, u are very detailed 🥰🥰 I just finish uni in Nigeria and I’m planning ahead for my masters. Ur video is so helpful
Chidera weldone,
Pls with master education (Early Childhood Studies) what jobs does one stand to get.
Chidera you finish work for this video, the advise for professional certification is spot on. Welldone.
Thank you ☺️
Nice video, av seen it with many of my friends after uni most of them came back, no jobs...people should wake up
This is good advice.
Thank you Chidera I got some infos too from you
Really good video... This is very spot on and legit guidance....
Whaooo....I learnt alot from all you said. Thank you
You said it all my dear. Well done
Good advice
Very informative, Chi. Thank you.
I have questions concerning English test as a requirement for a phD. But their are many options to that regard. I am seeking clarity.
Valuable tips
thank you for the insights, really means a lot
Thank you Chidera for sharing.
Thank you so much for this.
Chidera you are good, your videos are always informative.
Thank you for this, Chidera. That is exactly what I have been saying here for months. Why coming to an intolerant country like UK and pay £13000+ per year for a useless course that doesn't guarantee you a job and permanent residence? You can easily go to Countries like Sweden, Norway, Germany, Finland, Denmark, Iceland etc and pay NO tuition fees with a very good chance of securing their citizenship. All that is expected of you is to learn their language and you can easily do that if you are intelligent and motivated, if people are as they claimed to be..
Thanks for showing up Mr B ❤️
@@ChideraPeters keep up the good work. Much Love.
So apt
I’ve been saying this thing, people just keep looking for places with big names and no substance. No be by Uk or us . How much opportunities are there and how easy is it to integrate
Hi Mr B.
I am looking at this countries you mentioned but I'm still trying to navigate my way to getting an admission. Can you please send your email address so I could contact you.
I love your energy. Jisike
It is a welcome advice to us all
Thanks for this video dear. You re wonderful 🥰
I like before I watch always . Thanks Chidera
Bless you!
Thanks for your advice
Nice video dear very. Informative and interesting to be honest most people coming in are so stress from school fee some can't take lectures too because they have not pay there fees
Good one
I love your passion
This is so nice. Thank you
Nice one
Nma ur right and on point....
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Dear, God bless!
Very helpful. Thank you chidera
Bless you Chidera
After watching this video I'm seriously having second thoughts about my decision. I'm to resume my studies with Sunderland university in September. I feel like I'm having a panic attack
Hi Chidera, please don’t have panic attack, that’s not the intention of this video. The intention is to make you fully aware of what it entails and help you make deliberate decisions that’ll contribute to your success. The UK is a great place and it’ll be nice to you 🤗
@@ChideraPeters I pray so. But the money to be spent is what's getting me worried. I feel like I might not get a Return on this investment. Am I wasting money? My sponsors have told me that this is the last thing they’ll do for me.
Oga go to the UK. People are there making it. Don't let anybody discourage you.
Please go to school . Don't let people use their experiences to scare you. I'm due in uk in sept too and I'm so positive I will make it . Is Nigeria easier either? Just cut your coat according to your cloth. Theres nothing to be scared of
You will make it there. Just be prayerful and be positive. Enjoy Sunderland o.
Chidera what of human resource management?
Is it a good option?
Hey Chidera, can you please do a video on loans accessible to Nigerian students in the UK, thanks
God bless you dear... For project management, what professional courses can i applied to become oustatsnding from others
Very helpful...thank you dera
GREAT VIDEO
Thank you always for speaking facts and letting us know sup. I love you girl, it's always fun watching you. Been a follower since early this year though
Chichi thank you 💚
Chi you are spot on this time around. Great video😀
Thanks Chi chi. Your a darling ❤️❤️
Can an international student work as an influencer while working 20 hours a week and as a web developer, hair stylist and Mua🥲(self employed though)? Although I know it isn’t allowed according to their website is it possible?
Chidera I have a quick question.. When you become self employed does that automatically keeps one in the UK? If not what does one have to do?
Oh no not at all. If you’re a student and have finished your studies, you apply for the Post Study Work visa which gives you more time to look for a permanent job but in the mean time, you can work any where without needing an actual work permit. I’d advice, using the time wisely to get a proper full time job that companies at the end of your post study work visa, will be willing to sponsor you for a full work permit.
You can’t automatically stay in the UK when you become self employed. Good luck
You can get another visa route for employees but you must have 50k pounds in your account before you can apply.
@@ayodelealademehin9249 That’s the investor route is it?
thank you
Wow, thank you so much for this video ❤
Hi chidera. Nice video you have here. I took my time to watch and read all comments and replies. I studied theatre arts and finished with a 2.1. I’ve work experiences as a retail person and currently own my business. I am thinking of studying business management or marketing. What are my chances of getting a job and sponsorship after my psv?
Thanks Chidera
Thanks dear