Royal Holloway, University of London

[es0teric]

Grow up. This is university.

Shut up. University Of Manchester doesn't have so many exam at one go.

 

[es0teric]

Only in the first Sem.

Yup, the rest is 3 at one go. But as for first sem, you must at least pass 3 selected module.

 

[Jack Vader]

Hi Kyoji83,

1) I saw the points system from BrightSparks forum, apparently, if its a Aussie degree (done on campus or through distance) the points given is 15pts, UK degree 10pts, local uni 8 pts. Of course, there are other more important factors such as employment being in their Skilled Occupation List.

2) Yes it does. No matter which degree we choose, it's still 18 mths of hard work and a substantial amount of money, since we do consider the ranking of each uni, might as well we choose one where the ranking and reputation is likely to maintain at a certain level.

Ireland is a relatively small country compared to the UK, the funding of its unis largely depends on the amount of state funding and fees of international students. With the current Euro crises, these will decrease. Even though its a distance program but still, we should maximize our bang for bucks.

3) Yes I agree with that, when we cross over to their country of course priority is given to their citizens but when their MNCs come to our shores or another country, holders of their country's qualification stands to have more advantage. I noticed far more
British MNCs than Irish MNCs and of course lots more UK graduates than Irish.

When SG MNCs goes aboard, I would expect graduates of local uni be given preferences cos the hiring manager is likely also a local uni grad and there is a certain familiarity with the qualification.

Anyway Kiyoji83, r u currently also pursuing a degree? Through distance learning? What were the main considerations for u when u went for it?

 

[Kyoji83]

Hi Kyoji83,

1) I saw the points system from BrightSparks forum, apparently, if its a Aussie degree (done on campus or through distance) the points given is 15pts, UK degree 10pts, local uni 8 pts. Of course, there are other more important factors such as employment being in their Skilled Occupation List.

Can you share with me the link from BrightSparks forum?

2) Yes it does. No matter which degree we choose, it's still 18 mths of hard work and a substantial amount of money, since we do consider the ranking of each uni, might as well we choose one where the ranking and reputation is likely to maintain at a certain level.

Ireland is a relatively small country compared to the UK, the funding of its unis largely depends on the amount of state funding and fees of international students. With the current Euro crises, these will decrease. Even though its a distance program but still, we should maximize our bang for bucks.

Have you been to Ireland? My friend is an UK PR & he have try to look for a job over there in Ireland but his comment is "Employer do not select you because their culture do not welcome Foreigner to competed with them for jobs or to live with them" unless Foreigner is a tourist for holiday. Not sure how true is it.

3) Yes I agree with that, when we cross over to their country of course priority is given to their citizens but when their MNCs come to our shores or another country, holders of their country's qualification stands to have more advantage. I noticed far more
British MNCs than Irish MNCs and of course lots more UK graduates than Irish.

When SG MNCs goes aboard, I would expect graduates of local uni be given preferences cos the hiring manager is likely also a local uni grad and there is a certain familiarity with the qualification.

Unless HR can prove that they cannot find local then they select foreigner if not chances of Hiring Manager will not get to see the candidate's CV from his home country is very high.

Anyway Kiyoji83, r u currently also pursuing a degree? Through distance learning? What were the main considerations for u when u went for it?

I have graduated from distance learning mode. Some of the main considerations for me are...

• Which course recognize my current qualification for enrollment?
• Which private school is nearer to my workplace or/and home?
• How much is the total course fees?
• Is my degree recognize by some of the public sector organization?
• Does my degree course have the same modules & certificate name as the onshore on campus university?

 

[Jack Vader]

Hi Kyoji83,

I tried searching for the BrightSparks link but sadly I couldn't find it anymore. However, there's a wealth of info at this website, go google asingaporeanson blogspot sg how-to-apply-for-australian-permanent (I can't post links) for applying Aussie residency.

I have not had the chance to visit Ireland. Didn't know that their companies are so opposed to foreigners joining their ranks. I used to have a colleague whose sister is a citizen there (Converted). From what he told me, Ireland is a really laid back, friendly and beautiful place although its development is still pretty backwards compared to SG.

Your considerations are largely similar to mine, I was considering Northumbria and UCD last yr and was about to go for UCD when RHUL came along. Going by your last point, RHUL would get your vote over UCD too?

 

[Kyoji83]

Hi Kyoji83,

I tried searching for the BrightSparks link but sadly I couldn't find it anymore. However, there's a wealth of info at this website, go google asingaporeanson blogspot sg how-to-apply-for-australian-permanent (I can't post links) for applying Aussie residency.

I have already read his blog from the start to the 'last chapter'.

I have not had the chance to visit Ireland. Didn't know that their companies are so opposed to foreigners joining their ranks. I used to have a colleague whose sister is a citizen there (Converted). From what he told me, Ireland is a really laid back, friendly and beautiful place although its development is still pretty backwards compared to SG.

Maybe they have change due to economic uncertainty & 'high' unemployment rate?

Ireland is my top list to be consider for migration however I don't think I am talent or resourceful enough to migrate & live or/and work there.

If you got lobang next time must share the rope with me =P

Your considerations are largely similar to mine, I was considering Northumbria and UCD last yr and was about to go for UCD when RHUL came along. Going by your last point, RHUL would get your vote over UCD too?

I will not chose these 3 courses for my degree. However if I must rank from out of these 3 courses, this is my ranking.

1) RHUL (Same cert name but modules is different)

2) UCD (Different cert name & modules but there is a number of modules to convince employer of my competency to hold a fresh graduate position)

3) Northumbria (Same cert name but not sure modules is the same or not. However amount of modules are too little to convince employer or/and assessing professional bodies of my competency to have a fresh graduate skill & knowledges)

 

[kindaichi24]

for rhul the cert name and modules are exactly the same.

 

[Kyoji83]

My source for Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Management.

RHUL: Single honours management

kaplan: Degree in Singapore | Part Time Degree at Kaplan Singapore

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Example:

Kaplan website have 'MN3495 Clusters, Small Business and International Competition' as a module.

Can you find it in RHUL from my source?

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Unless you are willing to wait for the term in kaplan that have the module you want to module match with your peers from onshore campus, mostly part students just grab the modules private school offer at the term to graduate faster and/or same time as your classmates.

for rhul the cert name and modules are exactly the same.

 

[es0teric]

My source for Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Management.

RHUL: Single honours management

kaplan: Degree in Singapore | Part Time Degree at Kaplan Singapore

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

Example:

Kaplan website have 'MN3495 Clusters, Small Business and International Competition' as a module.

Can you find it in RHUL from my source?

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

Unless you are willing to wait for the term in kaplan that have the module you want to module match with your peers from onshore campus, mostly part students just grab the modules private school offer at the term to graduate faster and/or same time as your classmates.

This is what I found

http://www.rhul.ac.uk/management/in...ocuments/pdf/2012-13pre-registrationguide.pdf

Page 5

http://www.rhul.ac.uk/management/prospectus/undergraduate/management-undergraduate.pdf

Page 10 pr Page 12 of 24

 

[kindaichi24]

This is what I found

http://www.rhul.ac.uk/management/in...ocuments/pdf/2012-13pre-registrationguide.pdf

Page 5

http://www.rhul.ac.uk/management/prospectus/undergraduate/management-undergraduate.pdf

Page 10 pr Page 12 of 24

thanks for sharing. i believe all dl are the same. just depends on own preference

 

[Jack Vader]

Sure thing Kyoji83, will share lobang if I have any. At least u have already completed your degree, I still got a long way to go! Btw do u have any idea if DL degree qualify for masters at our local uni?

Yup MN3495 is the same module as on campus.

 

[Kyoji83]

Sure thing Kyoji83, will share lobang if I have any.

Thank you.

At least u have already completed your degree, I still got a long way to go! Btw do u have any idea if DL degree qualify for masters at our local uni?

Yup MN3495 is the same module as on campus.

Can but must have good results.

One of the Moderator, JAYAN have MBA (International Business & Marketing) from Oklahoma City University & BSc (Business & Management Studies) from University of Bradford before he apply for MA (Southeast Asian Studies) course from National University of Singapore.

 

[Jack Vader]

Thanks! Am considering doing Masters after degree.

 

[AndyYeoh]

Hi My name is Andy and I've already applied to the RHUL course that offered by Kaplan Singapore and the course that I will be go for is Bachelor of Science (honour) in management with International Business .

Nice to meet you !

 

[Excaliblur]

Is RHUL 100% exam based? No projects to pull up your marks?

 

[Jack Vader]

Is RHUL 100% exam based? No projects to pull up your marks?

No... 70% exams, 30% assignments. 2 or 3 modules are totally assignment based.

 

[es0teric]

Si bei gi la ah u.. All the best .

Then you? Still haven't sign up. What are you waiting for.

 

[es0teric]

By the way, what is the minimum credits that a degree with honours should have?

 

[Jack Vader]

By the way, what is the minimum credits that a degree with honours should have?

What do u mean by credit?

Degree classification:
>70 1st class
60-69 2nd upper
50-59 2nd lower
40-49 3rd class

 

[kindaichi24]

35 to 39 = pass lol