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Posted Jun 30, 2011 15:17

I havent received my CAS either..
But I guess thats because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasnt analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still havent met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?

I haven’t received my CAS either..
But I guess that’s because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasn’t analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still haven’t met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?
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Posted Jul 03, 2011 18:00

Dear everyone,

to those of you who have sent evidence of achieved (or almost achieved) academic conditions: how many copies did you send? Only one for the BoGS or also extra copies for your college?
thnx!

Dear everyone,

to those of you who have sent evidence of achieved (or almost achieved) academic conditions: how many copies did you send? Only one for the BoGS or also extra copies for your college?
thnx!
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elinlee

Posted Jul 04, 2011 18:11

I got a conditional offer at April, and was accepted at Queen's College. But I got only overall 7.5 scores with 6.5 in speaking(April) or writing(May) in IELTS (I took the test twice after getting an offer). I sent an e-mail asking a waiver for language requirement, but have not heard anything. Should I take a test again? It's really stressful and expensive.. Also I am very busy because I have to complete work before leaving my country.
Anyway I sent an email 10 June, but there's no answer.

I got a conditional offer at April, and was accepted at Queen's College. But I got only overall 7.5 scores with 6.5 in speaking(April) or writing(May) in IELTS (I took the test twice after getting an offer). I sent an e-mail asking a waiver for language requirement, but have not heard anything. Should I take a test again? It's really stressful and expensive.. Also I am very busy because I have to complete work before leaving my country.
Anyway I sent an email 10 June, but there's no answer.
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JsDupont

Posted Jul 04, 2011 18:18

If I was you I would try the IELTS test one more time as I doubt (but have no personal knowledge) that they can waive the language requirement, especially if you come from a non-majority English speaking country. As I understand the new rules from the UK Border Agency, the University has to confirm that you meet a certain level of language skills prior to issuing your CAS that is required to obtain your visa.

If I was you I would try the IELTS test one more time as I doubt (but have no personal knowledge) that they can waive the language requirement, especially if you come from a non-majority English speaking country. As I understand the new rules from the UK Border Agency, the University has to confirm that you meet a certain level of language skills prior to issuing your CAS that is required to obtain your visa.
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elinlee

Posted Jul 04, 2011 18:38

If I was you I would try the IELTS test one more time as I doubt (but have no personal knowledge) that they can waive the language requirement, especially if you come from a non-majority English speaking country. As I understand the new rules from the UK Border Agency, the University has to confirm that you meet a certain level of language skills prior to issuing your CAS that is required to obtain your visa.


Thanks. I will try again...

<blockquote>If I was you I would try the IELTS test one more time as I doubt (but have no personal knowledge) that they can waive the language requirement, especially if you come from a non-majority English speaking country. As I understand the new rules from the UK Border Agency, the University has to confirm that you meet a certain level of language skills prior to issuing your CAS that is required to obtain your visa.</blockquote>

Thanks. I will try again...
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MarkTK

Posted Jul 06, 2011 00:45

Guys guys guys, could you please refer me to a post where it is written what presumably background is Cambridge searching for in their students?

Guys guys guys, could you please refer me to a post where it is written what <i> presumably </i> background is <b>Cambridge</b> searching for in their students?

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Letty

Posted Jul 06, 2011 00:55

I got a conditional offer at April, and was accepted at Queen's College. But I got only overall 7.5 scores with 6.5 in speaking(April) or writing(May) in IELTS (I took the test twice after getting an offer). I sent an e-mail asking a waiver for language requirement, but have not heard anything. Should I take a test again? It's really stressful and expensive.. Also I am very busy because I have to complete work before leaving my country.
Anyway I sent an email 10 June, but there's no answer.


I have the same problem with the TOEFL iBT, and I dont have the opportunity to retake it because the next test day is in late August. I also sent e-mails to Ms Wade without any answer.

But yesterday they put the following message on my camsis:

Thank you for sending evidence that you have recently taken an English Language Test. Unfortunately your test result does not meet the Universitys minimum requirement; please refer to Entry Requirements on our website at: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/prospec/apply/entryreq/

If your result has narrowly missed the University's minimum requirement, or if you feel that it does not reflect your ability, please contact our University Language Centre as soon as possible. Following consultation with your Department (and College, where known), the Language Centre may be able to carry out an assessment of your language skills. If you are not sure whether you may be eligible for assessment, please contact the Language Centre directly to discuss your case.
Email: eapadmin@langcen.cam.ac.uk
For further information see the website: www.langcen.cam.ac.uk

<blockquote>I got a conditional offer at April, and was accepted at Queen's College. But I got only overall 7.5 scores with 6.5 in speaking(April) or writing(May) in IELTS (I took the test twice after getting an offer). I sent an e-mail asking a waiver for language requirement, but have not heard anything. Should I take a test again? It's really stressful and expensive.. Also I am very busy because I have to complete work before leaving my country.
Anyway I sent an email 10 June, but there's no answer. </blockquote>

I have the same problem with the TOEFL iBT, and I don’t have the opportunity to retake it because the next test day is in late August. I also sent e-mails to Ms Wade without any answer.

But yesterday they put the following message on my camsis:

Thank you for sending evidence that you have recently taken an English Language Test. Unfortunately your test result does not meet the University’s minimum requirement; please refer to Entry Requirements on our website at: http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/gradstud/prospec/apply/entryreq/

If your result has narrowly missed the University's minimum requirement, or if you feel that it does not reflect your ability, please contact our University Language Centre as soon as possible. Following consultation with your Department (and College, where known), the Language Centre may be able to carry out an assessment of your language skills. If you are not sure whether you may be eligible for assessment, please contact the Language Centre directly to discuss your case.
Email: eapadmin@langcen.cam.ac.uk
For further information see the website: www.langcen.cam.ac.uk
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nomos_gr

Posted Jul 06, 2011 10:13

excuse, do you mind posting the date you sent your english test result?
cause i've sent it but i am not sure they have received it and I am a bit worried, since ms Wade is not confirming receipt and my camsis is not yet updated

excuse, do you mind posting the date you sent your english test result?
cause i've sent it but i am not sure they have received it and I am a bit worried, since ms Wade is not confirming receipt and my camsis is not yet updated
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Letty

Posted Jul 06, 2011 13:26

The original on April, but I also sent copies by mail last week.

The original on April, but I also sent copies by mail last week.
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Posted Jul 06, 2011 18:39

Has anyone been able to contact Mrs Suzanne Wade in the past week? I have emailed her a couple of times but received no answer And nobody picks up her phone If someone knows how to get in touch with her, please tell me

Has anyone been able to contact Mrs Suzanne Wade in the past week? I have emailed her a couple of times but received no answer… And nobody picks up her phone… If someone knows how to get in touch with her, please tell me…
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MikeLJ

Posted Jul 06, 2011 22:51

Hi guys - for those who DEFERRED their admission - I was wondering if that had any bearing on your eventual college admission i.e. were you admitted into the same college as a year ago?

THanks a lot in advance!

Hi guys - for those who DEFERRED their admission - I was wondering if that had any bearing on your eventual college admission i.e. were you admitted into the same college as a year ago?

THanks a lot in advance!
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perhapsy

Posted Jul 07, 2011 16:34

Has anyone been able to contact Mrs Suzanne Wade in the past week? I have emailed her a couple of times but received no answer And nobody picks up her phone If someone knows how to get in touch with her, please tell me


I emailed her a couple of times in the past two weeks (the most recent being two days ago), she always replied and was really nice about it. Maybe you could try making your email a 'high-priority' one if it's really something that urgent?

<blockquote>Has anyone been able to contact Mrs Suzanne Wade in the past week? I have emailed her a couple of times but received no answer… And nobody picks up her phone… If someone knows how to get in touch with her, please tell me…
</blockquote>

I emailed her a couple of times in the past two weeks (the most recent being two days ago), she always replied and was really nice about it. Maybe you could try making your email a 'high-priority' one if it's really something that urgent?
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Posted Jul 09, 2011 12:18

Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

I havent received my CAS either..
But I guess thats because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasnt analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still havent met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?

Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

<blockquote>I haven’t received my CAS either..
But I guess that’s because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasn’t analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still haven’t met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?
</blockquote>
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JsDupont

Posted Jul 09, 2011 16:07

Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

I havent received my CAS either..
But I guess thats because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasnt analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still havent met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?


How long did it take?

<blockquote>Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

<blockquote>I haven’t received my CAS either..
But I guess that’s because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasn’t analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still haven’t met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?
</blockquote></blockquote>

How long did it take?
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cantab2011

Posted Jul 09, 2011 20:24

Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

I havent received my CAS either..
But I guess thats because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasnt analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still havent met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?


How long did it take?


I'm sorry to ask a stupid question, but what is CAS?

<blockquote><blockquote>Hey guys, I (finally!) got my CAS yesterday afternoon, UK time - if you haven't already gotten it, it should come in soon!

<blockquote>I haven’t received my CAS either..
But I guess that’s because my offer is still conditional, since the Faculty hasn’t analyzed my academic transcripts yet.. This is very strange, since my CAMSIS states that the documents are being analyzed for over 2 months! Therefore, I still haven’t met my non-standard academic condition.. Is anyone else in this situation?
</blockquote></blockquote>

How long did it take?</blockquote>

I'm sorry to ask a stupid question, but what is CAS?
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JsDupont

Posted Jul 09, 2011 20:58

It's an electronic document that international students need to apply for a tier 4 visa

It's an electronic document that international students need to apply for a tier 4 visa
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cantab2011

Posted Jul 09, 2011 21:02

Ahh.. okay, sorry! I was wondering whether I missed something important. All the best!

Ahh.. okay, sorry! I was wondering whether I missed something important. All the best!
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Posted Jul 09, 2011 21:42

Any idea how long it takes for the BoGS to confirm the place once they receive the academic transcripts? Thanks and have a great weekend =)

Any idea how long it takes for the BoGS to confirm the place once they receive the academic transcripts? Thanks and have a great weekend =)
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JsDupont

Posted Jul 09, 2011 22:55

Any idea how long it takes for the BoGS to confirm the place once they receive the academic transcripts? Thanks and have a great weekend =)


I don't know for academic condition but for my other conditions it took them something like 3 weeks in May.

<blockquote>Any idea how long it takes for the BoGS to confirm the place once they receive the academic transcripts? Thanks and have a great weekend =)</blockquote>

I don't know for academic condition but for my other conditions it took them something like 3 weeks in May.
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MarkTK

Posted Jul 09, 2011 23:26

Yeah usually 3 weeks

Yeah usually 3 weeks
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