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NOUN is the University for You - The National Open University of Nigeria is an Open Distance Learning (ODL) institution in Nigeria renowned for providing functional, flexible, accessible, cost-effective education adequate for flourishing in the 21st century and beyond. Right from our first inception in July 1983, NOUN mandate has remained to deliver university education at the doorstep of every interested Nigerian.
It is important that you know that the founding president, Alhaji Shehu Shagari, the first executive president of Nigeria, envisioned a university with the capacity to admit and meet the education and skill needs of citizens no matter their status and circumstances. This vision was predicated on the realization that a sustainable democracy, functional economy, happy and prosperous people, all depend on knowledgeable citizens. Meeting the educational needs of such citizens in a highly populous country like' Nigeria was beyond the capacity of Nigeria's conventional higher institutions.
Notwithstanding the suspension of NOUN president in 1984 by the Federal Military Government that succeeded Alhaji Shehu Shagari, the resuscitation of NOUN in 2002 by the civilian regime of Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, went side by side with the awakening of the vision that informed the initial establishment of the university. As a faithful trustee of the Nigerian people, NOUN leverages on Information and Computer Technologies to deliver an education tailored towards the globalised economy. The University offers exceptional academic programmes that meet the specific needs of all sectors of the global economy, in the Arts; Health; Law; Physical, Social, Agricultural and Management Sciences.
As an Open Distance Learning (ODL) institution, we are an equal opportunity university determined to meet the following objectives that necessitated the establishment of open and distance education in Nigeria:
- Provision of Education for All and promotion of lifelong learning
- Filling the gap created by the closure of outreaches/satellite campuses
- Cost effectiveness
- Improved economies of scale
- Flexibility of delivery system
- Maximum utilization of academic personnel
- On the job teacher training
- Poverty eradication, vocational and lifelong education
- Provision of non-formal education
- Reaching the un-reached
- Propagation of national orientation
NOUN Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
I need to know the payment breakdown.
You can view the fees schedule by clicking on the following link www.nou.edu.ng/page/fees/schedule.
How do I apply for a programme in NOUN?
Read procedure for application by clicking the following link www.nou.edu.ng/how/to/apply
How much is a course material?
You can view the fees schedule by clicking on the following www.nou.edu.ng/page/fees/schedule.
How long does NOUN Programme take?
Depending on the Programme you are running with NOUN. However, you can visit your study centre or nearest study centre for detailed information.
If graduated in NOUN, will NYSC mobilize me for the 1 Year compulsary Young Service Scheme?
Management is about completing discussion with stakeholders on this issue. Read Latest Updates: NOUN Students Finally Get Accepted By NYSC for Youth Service 2017
Who will process the admission forms?
NOUN will process the forms and admit student directly by itself.
What is the cost of the admission forms?
The cost of the form is 5,000 Naira.
What are the courses to be offered?
NOUN offered courses in Agricultural Sciences, Arts, Education, Health Sciences, Law, Management Sciences, Science and Social Sciences.
How long will it take me to complete my course?
The duration will be dependent on how long a student takes to accumulate the requisite number of credits needed for a final award. For example, a student shall require at least 120,90,60,35 and 70 credit units to earn an award for the Bachelor Degree, Post graduate Diploma, Diploma, Certificate and Masters Degree certificate respectively.
Will the course be part-time?
Depending upon the time available to you and your workload, you can combine work and your studies or you can study full time and progress at your own rate.
Will my certificate be comparable with those from conventional universities?
Yes. NOUN certificate will in no way be inferior to those awarded by conventional universities since the same body National Universities Commission, sets the minimum standard.
How will the students be taught?
NOUN will deliver instructions through the following:
- Printed Materials
- Audio/Video tapes
- Radio and Television broadcasts.
- CD-ROMS; and
- Internet (Where appropriate).
Will NEPA / PHCN problem not affect the delivery of NOUN programmes?
NOUN will have standby generators in all the study centres.
How will NOUN students be assisted and guided in their studies?
The students can come to the study centres where they will meet other students; and Instructional and Tutorial Facilitators who will deal with and solve their problem.
NOUN Announcements
2017_1 POP 3rd Draft Timetable
The third draft examination timetable for 2017_1 POP exams. Kindly download, view, assess and plan accordingly. Read more about 2017_1 POP 3rd Draft Timetable online
16th Matriculation Ceremony
Please be informed that the 16th Matriculation Ceremony of the National Open University of Nigeria will hold on Saturday the 27th of May, 2017 in all Study Centres across the Federation. Read more about 16th Matriculation Ceremony
Mandatory Practicals For 100 Level and 200 Level Students In Faculty of Health Science
The National Universities Commission (NUC) in the 2015 accreditation of our Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSc) and Bachelor of Public Health Science directed that the students of the Faculty of Health Science (FHS) are to commence mandatory practical in 100 and 200 levels in the following NOUN courses here: Read more about Mandatory Practicals For 100 Level and 200 Level Students In Faculty of Health Science
NOUN Disclaimer
The attention of the management of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has been drawn to malicious sites set up to mislead and extort money from students and the general public for access to NOUN resources online. Please be watchful.
Faculty of Health Sciences Celebrates the Annual World Health Day
Read more about Faculty of Health Sciences Celebrates the Annual World Health Day
It is the tradition of the Faculty of Health Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria to join institutions and organizations around the world to celebrate the WHO day.
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NOUN Latest News 2017/2018
Adopt new budgeting plan to aid growth - experts tell FG
The Chairman, First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Mrs Ibukun Awosika, the Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, National Open University (NOUN), Dr. Timothy Ishola and a lecturer at the Department of Economics, University of Ibadan, Prof. Ariyo Ademola have all called on the Federal Government to adopt a new budgeting plan that can aid growth and development. Read more about Adopt new budgeting plan to aid growth - experts tell FG
Tussle between NOUN, CLE over law graduates must end now, senators vow
The long-standing face-off between NOUN and the Council of Legal Education (CLE) over the latter’s refusal to admission graduate of the university to the law school has continue to get to the nerves of the Nigerian senate, who vowed to resolve the issue sooner than later. Read more about Tussle between NOUN, CLE over law graduates must end now, senators vow
Farmers need credit facilities—NOUN
Prof. Nda Mundi, Dean, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, National Open University of Nigeria(NOUN) says that farmers need affordable credit facilities in order to enhance their productivity. Read more about Farmers need credit facilities—NOUN
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Appointment of Professor Nebath Tanglang as Director, African Council for Distance Education, Quality Assurance and Accreditation Agency (ACDE-QAAA)
The Vice Chancellor has approved Professor Nebath Tanglang as Director, African Council for Distance Education, Quality Assurance and Accreditation Agency (ACDE-QAAA) with effect from 1st April 2017 until further notice. Read more about Appointment of Professor Nebath Tanglang as Director, African Council for Distance Education, Quality Assurance and Accreditation Agency (ACDE-QAAA)
Literature in Northern Nigeria Conference, 2017 - Call for Papers (CfP)
The National Open University of Nigeria will host the 11th Literature in Northern Nigeria Conference, jointly organized in the past by Bayero University, Kano, and Kwara State University, Malete. Read more about Literature in Northern Nigeria Conference, 2017 - Call for Papers (CfP)
Commencement of Semester's Science Practical Excercise (Lagos)
The semester’s science practical exercise designed for year one BSc. and BSc. Ed. students of Faculty of sciences and Faculty of Education from study centers in Lagos will commence on Monday, 15th May, 2017. Read more about Commencement of Semester's Science Practical Excercise (Lagos)
Students’ Portal (Studware) and University Official Website
This is to bring to the attention of all Centre Directors and students that the Students Management Portal (Studware) is currently undergoing maintenance. In view of this, all portal activities (application, registration and TMA) are temporarily unavailable. Read more about Students’ Portal (Studware) and University Official Website
Public Hearing: Senate, NUC Back NOUN Act Amendment
The Senate and the National Universities Commission (NUC) have thrown their weight behind the proposed amendments of tne law governing the establishment and existence of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Read more about Public Hearing: Senate, NUC Back NOUN Act Amendment
NOUN Updates News
North lags behind in distance learning
Students’ enrolment figures at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) reveal that northern states trail behind their southern peers in Open and Distance Learning (ODL). Read more about North lags behind in distance learning
NOUN Hosts 11th Inaugural Lecture
National University of Nigeria hosted its 11th Inaugural lecture titled: Agricultural Innovations and Rural Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria. The lecture was held on Friday 12th of May 2017 at the headquarters in Abuja. Read more about NOUN Hosts 11th Inaugural Lecture
Olusegun Obasanjo Good Governance and Development Research Centre Hosts Inauguration lecture
The Olusegun Obasanjo Good Governance and Development Research Centre of National Open University of Nigeria Hosts Inaugural lecture. Read more about Olusegun Obasanjo Good Governance and Development Research Centre Hosts Inauguration lecture
NOUN Upcoming Events
- One-day Library Sensitization Workshop
- A 2-Day National Workshop on e-Facilitation, Tutorial an Feedbacks in ODL
NOUN Faculties
- Access and General Studies | http://nouedu.net/faculties/access-and-general-studies
- Faculty of Agricultural Sciences | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-agricultural-sciences
- Faculty of Arts | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-arts
- Faculty of Education | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-education
- Faculty of Health Sciences | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-health-sciences
- Faculty of Law | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-law
- Faculty of Management Sciences | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-law
- Faculty of Science | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-science
- Faculty of Social Sciences | http://nouedu.net/faculties/faculty-social-sciences
NOUN Sites
NOUonline | http://nouonline.net/
NOUN Academics | http://nounacademics.net/
NOUN iLearn | http://nouonlinecourse.net/
NOU e-TMA | http://nouonline.com/tma
NOU e-Exams | http://nouelearn.net/
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How to Find NOUN Address
National Open University of Nigeria (Abuja Address): University Village, Plot 91, Cadastral Zone, Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway, Jabi, Abuja Nigeria
E-mail: centralinfo@noun.edu.ng
Lagos Address: 14/16 Ahmado Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos
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