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Erasmus Mundus Master's Degree Scholarship-Interview Tips (PART B)

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7) How did you know about this program?
Internet, word of mouth, senior colleague, current student/alumnus of the program
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(they might want to know the name of the individual), Twitter, Facebook, &Erasmus Mundus Nigeria amongst others.

8) Summarize what you did in your thesis
Basically, the abstract if your undergraduate thesis. Use the STAR approach and indicate the learning outcomes.
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If it has been published, chip that in too.

9) You could get technical/basic questions in your field too. So, you shouldn't be surprised. Know your onions!

10)There is going to be a 6-month master thesis in the final semester program. Have you thought of where you wish to
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do it? If so, in what sub-domain and why? Do your research about the program to answer this question

11) How you will cope with the weather, a new/multicultural environment, and learning a new language?
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Tell them about your interpersonal skills and networking techniques. Give an example of how Nigeria is multiculturally diverse and how you’ve participated in a government scheme that took you out of your comfort zone to other parts of the country with a different culture.
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12) If you are selected for the program but without SCHOLARSHIP, would you be able to self-fund?
Respond with a polite “NO” and give reasons. There should be no "pity party" here or giving stories of "how you walked to school without shoes for 5 years".
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13) They might also ask how your family would feel if you go away for 2 years and what's the current situation with the pandemic in your country. This would be a relaxed discussion, so feel free and converse. Avoid saying too many sirs! or mas! Be calm and confident.
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14) Please, know the contents of your CV as questions would arise from it. Questions on how you used a particular tool or technique, what are the learning outcomes from a conference you attended, what role you played in a particular publication, what led you to volunteer in a
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particular organization, or what skills did you gain in a particular internship. You could also be asked if you know a method/ IT tool. Please, do not lie. If you have the theoretical knowledge, state it & let them know you're joining the program to gain competencies.
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Don't try to sugarcoat your current abilities. They can also ask about the future of GIS/OneHealth/Industry4.0/any other field-trending concepts in Nigeria or Africa.

15) Finally, ask the interviewers a question or two at the end. Don’t ask questions that can be easily
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found on the program’s website. Makes you look stupid! It’s fine to ask when to expect the final selection.
THE END!

P.S: If you feel like you need tailored interview tips based on the program you applied to, contact Erasmus Mundus Nigeria on Facebook once you get an
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interview invite facebook.com/Erasmus-Mundus… These interview tips also apply to any other academic interviews you would be facing. Feel free to use em' in your preparations. Once you get selected, please holla in the DM. Good luck guys!
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