QUESTIONNAIRE – STUDENT VISA Personal information ANITA NGU NGEFOR Surname: …………………………………………… First name: ……………………………………… SIMBOCK Home: ……………………………………………. 674676261 Mobile: ....................................................... NGEFORANITANGU@GMAIL.COM Email address: ................................................................................. SIMBOCK, YAOUNDE Official address (for correspondence): ……………………………………………………………………. 06 / ………… 22 / …… 1989 Date of birth: …… Information about the study programme you intend to follow in Belgium UNIVERSITY OF KENT (Brussels Campus) Name of institution: ...............................................................................………………………………….. Espace Rolin, Bd Louis Schmidt 2a, 1040 Etterbeek, Brussels Official address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. Masters of Arts in International Development Study programme: …………………………………………………………………………………………………… one Number of years: ……………………………… 16 / …… 01 / ………… 2023 Programme start date: …… 2023 01 / ………… 23 / …… Deadline for joining the programme: …… Briefly explain the reasons for your choice of study programme My innate desire to pursue development studies stem from my volunteer experiences and my participation in the international ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Training on Sustainable Development and Global Justice at University of Antwerp (2020). These experiences have shaped my ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. perception about global development, given me insight into some of the policies and challenges associated with ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. development projects Through these I have learnt basic practices relating to development and to acquire basic skills necessary tobuild a ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. career in the development field but building a career in this field and being able to contribute to drive change through policymaking requires more than just basic knowledge and skills. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. The gap in knowledge continue to exist as I have exhausted all avenues to grow my career with my current academic ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. background and wish to further my studies in an academic discipline that aligns with my career aspirations. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. My participation in the sustainable development and global justice program gave me insights to engage critically and ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. creatively with the potential and limits of law and sustainable development but it wasn’t extensive enough to capture the different theories and practices of development within its twelve weeks duration. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. The gap in knowledge and my desire to contribute to the development of the society motivated me to apply for this Master ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. program which address issues of our development drive and also, it will complement my practical skills with deeper theoretical knowledge to better serve my community as an agent of change, improve my understanding of programme ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. management and further explore my interests in a career in the field of international development. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 1 1. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE Secondary school or Baccalaureate diploma please fill this bae Year of graduation: ……………. Orientation/section/field: …………………………………………………………………………….. Grade obtained: ……………………………………………………. Higher education List, in chronological order, your studies since you obtained your secondary school diploma and indicate the diplomas or certificates obtained. You should also mention the studies started for which you did not receive a diploma. Years Study programme and name of institution Results obtained ……………………………………………………………… April 2020 …… / …… 13/20 Post Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development and ……………………………………………………………… ……………………….. Global Justice ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… 2013 2014 …… / …… Masters of Law degree ……………………………………………………………… 13.04/20 ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… 2010 / 2011 …… …… Bachelor of Laws degree ……………………………………………………………… 2.84/4 ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………… ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………… ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………… ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………… ……………………….. ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………… 2 ……………………….. Explain the connection between your current study programme and the studies you intend to follow in Belgium. I read law in the university and today I am pursuing studies in a development program. The relationship between these subject …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… dates back in the colonial period and this relation play a prominent role in today's thinking about development among scholars …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… and policy makers. Law impacts development outcomes through putting in place laws that guarantee trade, investment and …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ensure that development institutions operate in a distinct set of rules. As an aspirant for a career in the field of development, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… having a sound understanding of the theories and practices of development will equip me with the skills to engage critically and creatively with the potentials my legal …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… background plays in enhancing development in my home country. Being able to analyse a situation from different …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… perspectives and apply knowledge to new cases will enrich my background and provide me with sound knowledge …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… to be able to offer policy advice, implement initiatives that not only improve the rule of law but also making our development …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… vision attainable. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 Work experience Indicate any professional experience in connection with the studies you intend to follow in Belgium. Specify your position and your responsibilities in this context. Years Company name and position held ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2021 2022 …… / …… Project Assistant at Girls Corner International (GCI) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2019 2020 …… / …… Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Yaounde II, Soa ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Personal Assistant /Project Assistant to the National Focal Point on Biodiversity at the Ministry of ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 2019 2018 / …… …… Environment, Nature Protection and Sustainable Development ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… …… / …… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 2. STUDIES PLANNED IN BELGIUM Why do you want to study abroad? (Give 3 reasons, in order of importance) 1. To acquire the international perspective of my program of study ……………………………………………………………………………………………. To build and develop a global mindset which is relevant to my career aspiration 2. …………………………………………………………………………………………….. To accelerate my personal development and independence 3. …………………………………………………………………………………………….. Why did you choose Belgium to pursue your studies rather than another country? (Give 3 reasons, in order of importance) 1. Belgian education system is well structured and emphasised on practical knowledge. ……………………………………………………………………………………………. Brussels being in the heart of Europe offers the exposure and opportunities for international career. 2. …………………………………………………………………………………………….. Brussels School of International Studies (BSIS) is well known for its research and academic excellence in the field 3. …………………………………………………………………………………………….. of international development. What form does your proof of enrolment take? (tick the relevant box) O proof of enrolment for an entrance exam for a university Bachelor programme ( Point A) O proof of enrolment for an entrance exam for a specific field of study ( Point A) O proof of enrolment for a preparatory year for higher education ( Point B) O proof of enrolment for / admission to a university or non-university higher education institution ( Point C) O proof of enrolment for a study programme in a private institution O other: ………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 A. Entrance exam for graduate studies You should only answer the following questions if you have submitted proof of enrolment for an entrance exam for graduate studies to support your student visa application. N/A Who is organising the exam? ……………………………………………………………………… On what date will the exam be held? …… / …… / …………… What is the purpose of the entrance exam? N/A ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… //// …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. What prerequisites or subjects presumed to be known are essential to pass this exam? N/A …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What will you do if you fail? N/A …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… // …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 B. Preparatory year for higher education You should only answer the following questions if you have submitted proof of enrolment for a preparatory year for higher education to support your student visa application. In what department are you enrolled? N/A ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. What is the purpose of this preparatory year? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. N/A ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Who advised you to take a preparatory year and for what reason(s)? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… N/A …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Is a diploma issued at the end of the preparatory year? Yes / No At the end of this preparatory year, to which higher education institutions do you intend to apply? To which department? …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… N/A …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7 C. Higher education Your enrolment relates to: (tick the relevant box) O university higher education O non-university higher education O higher arts education O further education O postgraduate higher education (3rd cycle – specialisation) O doctorate Does the chosen study programme complement your previous studies or constitute a specialisation with respect to your previous studies? O Yes O No 8 3. OVERALL PROJECT Describe the whole of your study project in Belgium. (Please note: we do not ask you to reproduce the course programme as described on the websites of the educational institutions) I am going to Belgium to study MA in International Development at BSIS. The study program is for one year …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… and will give me the opportunity to study and understand the prevailing concepts that underpins …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… International development. International development being is an exciting field that allows students to explore questions of …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… poverty, inequality, social order and global justice. Issues covered include economic development, poverty eradication, legal …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… empowerment, social entrepreneurship, trade and technological initiatives etc. Through the courses that covers these issues, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I will improves my understanding of contemporary issues in development and provides practical tools for a future engagement. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… More so, the program employ an interdisciplinary approach to development thus allowing me to specialise in my field of …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… interest, such as development policy making, program management as well as research. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… The program also attracts a diverse and active student body that shares same enthusiasm for engagement in global affairs. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… This is also an opportunity to share our cultures, perspective on how development is practiced in our backgrounds, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… exposure and to learn from each other thus making the learning environment to be very insightful and engaging. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 BAE THESE ARE THE LECTURERS NAME, Name the 5 major courses of your upcoming studies in Belgium: some interviewer may ask Yvan Guichaoua / Tom Casier Development: Theory and Practice 1) …………………………………………………………………………………. The Politics of International Development Bojan Savic 2) …………………………………………………………………………………. Harm Schepel International Law on Foreign Investment 3) …………………………………………………………………………………. Law and Development Harm Schepel Development Economics Claire Zanuso, Marin Ferry, Björn 4) …………………………………………………………………………………. 5) …………………………………………………………………………………. Nilsson What are your alternatives if you do not succeed in your studies? I am committed and determined I will succeed in my studies because it is my life, my career and my future I want …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… to build I am very optimistic failure isn't an option for me. However, in any case I will be very much open …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… to other choices that aligns with my passion like continue to apply and volunteer in a development organisation. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 10 4. CAREER PERSPECTIVES What are your professional aspirations at the end of your studies? After my studies I will return to Cameroon and I hope to continue my career in the development sector either with the …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… government or with Non-governmental Organizations in Cameroon where there is a high demand for development experts. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… My aspiration is to build a career in international affairs especially in the development sector. My study program is one that …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ushers students in a wide career path namely lecturer, consultants, project/program managers, policy analyst etc …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… I will focus on jobs in the area of policy analysis, in this position I hope conduct research, design and implement …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… policies that contributes to impacting change in the society. Secondly, I also love to pursue a opportunities in project/program …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… management where is a high demand. Within two to three years, my goals within any of these positions are to cultivate my …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… skills and earn unparalleled experience in the field. I aspire to reach managerial and executive positions in the following years. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 What are the job opportunities provided by the diploma you would obtain on completion of your studies in Belgium? There is a very wide job opportunities for diploma in international development. The job opportunities …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… include: Policy analyst/Adviser, Consultant, Researcher, Project/Program Coordinator/Manager/Officer/Assistant, …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Development officer, Monitoring and Evaluation officer/assistant, Humanitarian officer etc …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… What profession(s) would you like to practise with the diploma obtained? I will love to engage in a profession in policy analysts/adviser, Program/Project officer as well as …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… serving as a development consultant. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 5. FUNDING OF YOUR STAY How much do you estimate your monthly expenses in Belgium to be (including accommodation)? About 950 euros …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… How will you fund your stay during your studies in Belgium? My brother in-law who is my sponsor will provide funding for my stay in Belgium. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Do you have a sponsor? Yes -=== No My brother in-law (Ajim Cletus) Family or other relationship …………………………………………………… Software Engineer at General Motors Profession of your sponsor …………………………………………………………… What is your sponsor’s family situation? Number Spouse Yes / No === Children === / No Yes Other dependents Yes === / No United States of America (Austin, Texas) Sponsor’s country of residence: ………………………………… 14/10/2022 Date: ……………….. i confirm that these statements are sincere and true. Signature (1): ………………………………………………………………………. (1) If you completed the questionnaire yourself, precede your signature with the statement “I confirm that these statements are sincere and true”. If the questionnaire was completed by a third party, your signature must be preceded by the words “read and approved”. 13
