Coming to North Cyprus for studies in 2011, I need help

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
28/12/2010 18:40

Hi everyone, I am new on this forum; I will be resuming studies at the Eastern Mediteranean University in Famagusta by February 2011. I will love to make friend here before my arrival, friends that will always advice me and be like brothers and sisters to me. I am a citizen of Nigeria(africa) and I have never travelled outside my country before so sometimes I feel scared of what North Cyprus has to offer me. Please I need honest friends, friends that will paint me a true picture of what I expect to meet in North Cyprus.

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
28/12/2010 19:19

Dont worry about finding friends.There are plenty more Nigerians here in TRNC studying.

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
28/12/2010 19:42

Don't forget to bring over the £5 million pound lottery win they are always e mailing everyone.



Sorry my British sense of humour got the better of me!

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 08:21

Thanks Yorgozlu, I appreciate your comment.



Quarmby, thanks also for the generalization, I guess that's what the brutes(Brits) are known for.

Sorry my Nigerian sense of humour got the better of me.

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 08:40

25 and still a student!

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 09:40

Yes Groucho! 25 and still a student. Presently am a graduate of Accounting ( HND from a polytechnic), I have Diploma in Network infrastructure- Microsoft Technology; I have IATA/UFTAA certification; and a Certificate in Information Science. But in Nigeria all these certification are usually nonsense and waste without (1) Internationally recognized Master Degree (2) seven to ten years work experience (3) a God by your side or a senior govt official.

In most cases you see a Phd holder doing the job of first degree holder. Even at 45years majority are still in school; In this part of the world everything you will become is dependent on the numbers of educational qualification you have and also subject to international recognition. A graduate without an MBA is as good as a man without a degree at all.

So YES I'm 25 and still schooling.

sevrec


Joined: 22/12/2010
Posts: 16

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 09:47

Well said Zik4zik



You're obviously more intelligent than some on here and if that means studying for a bit longer then good for you.



I'm sure you will find nicer people to meet once you are in North Cyprus. They are not all sarcastic like you have experienced so far!



Good Luck

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 10:00

Zik4zik: You made a terrible mistake introducing yourself on this board with the truth. I suggest you do a popular thing and register again with a faked identity.

So. You are British and white (all other Britishers and foreigners are inferior). You are a retired major. You vote BNP and support the resurrection of Enoch Powell. You read The Sun. You don't give a damn for anything Cyprus. Your best contribution to C44 will be about some English football club (mind: not Scottish, Welsh or Irish!). You become a member of Youtube at once and copy videos daily, again preferably avoiding any subject Cyprus. You visit the opening of new restaurants with a doggy-bag (so the last people in the queue: too bad!). And don't forget to copy jokes from the Internet for the umptieth time (don't mention the source - people will think you are original, creative and funny).

More tips available.

Welcome to the board!

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 10:25

I joined Cyprus44 simply because I needed to ground myself with knowledge of North Cyprus and it's people as a place I will be schooling next year; I am very much aware this is a public forum where different people with different ideology and sense of reasoning will post their opinion as regard any querries, questions or suggestions SO what I will do is that I will pick the advice that are useful to me and ignore the rest. I will not change my identity for any reason what so ever!

BoTanica


Joined: 22/12/2009
Posts: 714

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 11:56

Good luck with your studies Zik4zik!! On the university website there is a student services link. :

http://www.emu.edu.tr/ They will help you settle in I am sure!

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 12:25

Thanks alot Botanica, I apreciate your contribution and those of others that has really been encouraging to me. Thank you all and God bless you

Brinsley


Joined: 04/04/2009
Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 13:20

I don't think a degree course at EMU will be of any international worth as TRNC tertiary education is not widely recognised overseas.



Richard

Denny


Joined: 09/12/2010
Posts: 261

Message Posted:
29/12/2010 20:53

Zic,



Out of interest, what is the situation like for Masters graduates from the UK working in Nigeria? Is there much of an expat scene these days? Or is it more Africa for Africans?

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 08:07

Zik4zik,



I wasn't having a go at you... I was just dreading the idea of our daughter or son still being a student at 25/26 and beyond.



I was rather hoping it would all be done and dusted by then.

Tophat


Joined: 27/12/2010
Posts: 7

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 10:02

Hi Zik4zik, I just wanted to reply to you and message number 12 as that statement made by number 12 is not 100% correct. My nephew goes to to the Girne American University and studies English Teaching and has been doing some research on furthering his education in the UK, where the General Teaching Council for England as well as other universities told him he needs a letter from NARIC UK ( a company in the UK who give approval to over sea universities and state that their certificate is acceptable in the UK) And Girne American University have had this letter from the NARIC who have given them the approval since 2005. A photo copy was made for my nephew who is delighted. So this is great news for students at the Girne American who wish to go back to the UK.



However I dont know if EMU or any other universities have this certificate. You will need to go the Rector's secretary and ask to see the letter of approval and have a photo copy made.

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 10:20

Good morning Denny, Masters Degree holders especially expat from UK, America, Greece, Kenya and Indai are often refered to as the BIG BOYS; all the major companies prefer foreigners in key positions basically bcos thier degrees and qualifications are percieved to be of international standard. To be honest with you, these expat fly-in in thousands daily and there is always enough vacancies for them all especially in the telecom and oil sector.

This crave for international qualification is what causes unemployment for the fresh local graduates with just Bsc while those with Masters degree from Europe and America get good job offers with ease especially the expats.



Groucho, I understand your point; while I was growing up as a kid I had a projection that by age 19, I would have been done wt education but as time went bye, I began to realise that in Nigeria you hv to do more than just a Bsc or HND in Accounting to be successful. It hurts so much to see ones Dream deviate from expectat

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 10:27

Thanks alot Tophat for your Contribution; I shall enquire from EMU if they have letter and certifications that will boost the recognition of it's certificates internationally. Once again, thank you.

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 10:29

Thanks alot Tophat for your Contribution; I shall enquire from EMU if they have the NARIC letter and other documentations that will boost the recognition of it's certificates internationally. Once again, thank you.

delidelivery


Joined: 04/11/2010
Posts: 63

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 11:51

hi zik , EMU certainly does , and is recognised internationaly , my ex-gf , atleast 4 of her friends and another 3 of mine , have all successfully gone to the UK , mainly kingston university to study their Masters after having completed their bachelors degree here in EMU

Denny


Joined: 09/12/2010
Posts: 261

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 13:11

Thanks Zic,



I wish you all the very best in your efforts and hope you find a good niche in life. With your spirit I'm sure this will be possible.

Den

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 18:08

42 fake diplomas in the occupied areas of Cyprus; Architects file a lawsuit

Turkish Cypriot daily Afrika (29.12.10) reports that the Chamber of Architects of Turkey (TMMOB) has filed a lawsuit against 42 persons who acquired fake diplomas from illegal universities in the occupied part of Cyprus. According to the paper, these "diplomas" were given on behalf of "Eastern Mediterranean University", "American University of Keryneia", "European University of Lefka", "Cyprus International University" and "Near East University".



check your paperwork ..

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 20:06

Thanks APC2010 for the fake diploma revelation. I actually feeling scared ready. Did the concerned universities make any comment in defence? I feel so worried. Does this affect only the architectural department and African students or what? Pls shed more light. I'm so worried

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 20:07

do not be scared only architectual ..no reply yey ...

Pugwash


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 1797

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 20:08

apc is full of sh1t

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 20:15

pugwash the report is from a Turkish paper .....I will post the link ..........

Turkish Cypriot daily Afrika.....



are the Chamber of Architects of Turkey (TMMOB) full of it aswell .......



I was posting facts ..................you just a rude opinion .....



I know who i would believe ..???

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 21:08

In statements to Anatolia news agency, Necip Mutlu, TMMOB general secretary, said it has been established that 42 persons, working as architects, have fake diplomas and added that these "diplomas" were prepared in the name of "private universities in the TRNC".

Maz


Joined: 29/03/2009
Posts: 1924

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 22:56

Hi there. Just want to comment that you might be interested to know that there is a very lively Christian fellowship at EMU made up of a very large number of 'African' students. I can give contact details if wanted! I am sure you wil have no problems whatsoever making friends over here. Lots of nice people to be found and to befriend you. Just look in the right places - and forgive some of the Brits for their warped sense of humour. Don't forget they honestlybelieve in U.K that the kind of 'hurtful' banter they sometimes use just shows how much they love you.

Lilli



Joined: 21/07/2008
Posts: 13081

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 23:01

Good luck with all you do. You seem to have to right attitude to succeed. There are a number of students here from your country. Also a number of parents here with children at the schools and universitys here who seem very pleased with their childrens progress. Maz they can be downright disrepectful which is so hard on a young person looking for his future xxx

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 23:07

APC did Afrika call EMU and GAU illegal universities? And if so on what basis?

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 23:16

Groucho ..all 3 of the/my posts are copy and pastes ...they are the words of Afrika ......msg 21 &26...esp



will try to find out why/hows ......

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
30/12/2010 23:24

article 4 ..scroll down .....





http://www.hri.org/news/cyprus/tcpr/2010/10-12-29.tcpr.html

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 09:19

Very clever the Hellenic Resource Network slipped in the "diplomas from illegal universities in the occupied part of Cyprus." but the Turks nor Afrika newspaper used this phrase I will warrant.



APC you've been had...

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 10:22

Good morning Lilli and thanks for your post, every word gives the tune of a good mother. God bless you.



Thankyou Maz, appreciate your love and concern. I believe the Christian fellowship will do me alot of good.

You all are just so wonderful; everything seems like family in here.



Goodmorning Groucho!

Zik4zik


Joined: 28/12/2010
Posts: 12

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 10:32

Good morning Lilli and thanks for your post, every word gives the tune of a good mother. God bless you.



Thankyou Maz, appreciate your love and concern. I believe the Christian fellowship will do me alot of good.

You all are just so wonderful; everything seems like family in here.



Goodmorning Groucho!

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
31/12/2010 12:13

Groucho so are there false diplomas or not from these unis..???