Noun University: what you must know
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Probably someone told you about a platform where you can learn beyond the four corners of the classroom-online or
you happened to stumble on this post you are all welcome. In this post, I would open your eyes to opportunities
you can maximise to earn a degree in your choice course offered in a university.
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Guess what? This opportunity is the Noun University where you can get a degree at your fingertips. I would
enjoin you to have the basic information if not sufficient information about what the Noun university is all about.
Please be aware that whenever I used the word Noun I am referring to the National Open University of Nigeria.
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We would go through what you must know about the Noun university in the table of content below
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Table of Contents
- History and origin of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
- Noun University vision, mission and objectives
- Noun University Anthem
- Where is Noun University located?
- The faculties and departments in Noun University
- Programmes in Noun University
- Advantages of studying in an open university
- Does Noun University go on strike?
- Can Noun students now go for NYSC?
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History and origin of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
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Mega organizations you see around has an origin and inception. There is also a reason why they exist. The National
Open University is not excluded because the idea of an Open University for Nigeria was first talked about by the
National Universities Commission (NUC), which is the the Nigerian government regulatory agency for all universities,
in 1976. The NUC, then headed by Prof. Jubril Aminu as the Executive Secretary (1975-1979) sent a Memo to the
Federal Military Government suggesting that an autonomous Open University be established for Nigeria during the
Fourth National Development Plan (1981-1985). This was accepted by the Federal Government and subsequently, the
idea made its appearance in the National Policy on Education in 1977.
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The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) is a federal open and distance learning (ODL) institution,
what this means is that its students can learn from the comfort of their home or anywhere provided they have
internet access. Noun University is the first of its kind in the West African sub-region. It is Nigeria's
largest tertiary institution in terms of student number and is popularly referred to as NOUN.
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The first inception of the Noun University was on 22nd July 1983 as opportunity for open and distance learning in Nigeria.
It was suspended by the government on 25 April 1984. However, the former President of Nigeria, Gen. Olusegun
Obasanjo decided to revive it. It is interesting to note that at the very take off of the Noun university,
pioneer student enrollment was about 32,400.
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It is eminent that The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) as we have it today has become a leading Open
Distance Learning (ODL) institution in Africa providing functional, flexible, accessible and cost-effective
education for all who seek knowledge. It currently has 78 Study Centres spread across the six geo-political zones
of Nigeria. The current student population of Noun University stands at over five hundred thousand.
More sources@ wikipedia
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Noun University vision, mission and objectives
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The emergence of the Noun university as a citadel tailored to making learning accessible, flexible and available for
you, at all times, in any place and at your pace connotes that it must have structures in place to ensure its service
delivery. This brings about the Vision, Mission and Objectives of Noun University.
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Noun University Vision: To be regarded as the foremost university providing highly accessible and enhanced
quality education anchored by social justice, equity, equality and national cohesion through a comprehensive
reach that transcends all barriers.
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Noun University Mission: To provide functional, cost-effective, flexible learning which adds life-long value
to quality education for all who seek knowledge.
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Noun University objectives:- ensure equity and equality of opportunities in education generally but specifically in university education;
- provide a wider access to education generally but specifically university education in Nigeria;
- enhance Education For All and life-long learning;
- provide the entrenchment of global learning culture;
- provide instructional resources via an intensive use of information and communication technology;
- provide flexible, but qualitative education; and
- reduce the cost, inconveniences, and hassles of easy access to education and its delivery. More sources@ Noun University website
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Noun University Anthem
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An anthem is a rousing or uplifting song identified with a particular group, body, or cause. It is always written
for a cause. In this case, I want to believe The Noun National anthem was written to boost the spirit of patriotism
and embrace the vision, mission and objectives of the university in good faith.
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Here are the lyrics of the Noun University National Anthem.
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- National Open University of Nigeria
paragraphDetermined to be the foremost University in NigeriaparagraphProviding highly accessible and enhanced quality educationparagraphAnchored by Social justice, equity, equality and national cohesionparagraphparagraph
- Come to NOUN
paragraphFor quality, cost effective and flexible learningparagraphThat adds lifelong value, For all who yearnparagraphFor quality education and for allparagraphWho seek knowledgeparagraph
Where is Noun University located?
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It is note worthy that the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) for years operated from its administrative
headquarters which was in Victoria Island then, Later, vice chancellor Professor Abdalla Uba Adamu, moved it to its
permanent headquarters in Jabi, Abuja, in 2016. The Noun University has over 115 study centres throughout the country.
Meaning they are all spread across the geopolitical zones of Nigeria. It offers over 122 programmes and 750 courses.
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By its nature as an ODL institution, NOUN does not provide lectures to students in normal classrooms except some
certain study centres. The study centre in Lagos for instance provides lectures to all the law undergraduates and
supplies course materials to all students after the payment of tuition fees. All courses offered by the university
are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Some of Noun University study centres can be found in
the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria which include North-Central, North-West, North-East, South-South, South-East,
South-West.
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The faculties and departments in Noun University
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Noun University like any other university has faculties which is a division within a university or college
comprising one subject area or a group of related subject areas, possibly also delimited by level. The faculties
in Noun University are enumerated below:- Agricultural science
- Arts
- Computing
- Education
- Health science
- Law
- Management Science
- Science
- Social science
paragraphSimilarly, Noun university also has Some department in each faculty.
- Faculty of Agricultural Science: The departments available under this faculty in Noun university are:
- Agricultural Economics and Extension
- Animal Science and Fisheries
- Crop and Soil Science
- Faculty of Arts: The departments available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Department of English
- Department of Linguistics, Foreign and Nigerian Language
- Department of Philosophy
- Department of Religious Studies
- Faculty of Computing: The departments available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Computer Science
- Informations System and technology
- Cyber Security
- Faculty of Education: The departments available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Department of Arts and Social Science Education (ASSE)
- Educational Foundations
- Science Education
- Health and Human Kinetics
- Library and Information Science
- Faculty of Health Science: The departments available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Nursing Science
- Public Health
- Environmental Health Science
- Faculty of Law: The department available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Public Law
- Commercial Law
- Private and Property Law
- Jurisprudence and International Law
- **Faculty of Management Science:**The department available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Department of Business Administration
- Department of Public Administration
- Department of Financial Studies
- Department of Entrepreneurial Studies
- Faculty of Science: The department available under this faculty in Noun University are:
- Department of Environmental Science
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Physics
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Biology
- Faculty of Social Science:
- Department of Criminology and Security Studies
- Department of Economics
- Department of Mass Communication
- Department of Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Department of Tourism Studies
- Department of Political Science
- Department of Development Studies
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Programmes in Noun University
A program is the award you are working towards, such as a Bachelor or Masters degree. It is made up of courses,
attributed a unit value. An award is earned by successfully completing the courses specified under the academic
program rules.
Some academic programme available in Noun Universities are:
- PhD Management Information System (MIS)
- PhD Cyber Security (CS)
- PhD Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- M.Sc. Management Information System (MIS)
- B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies
- B.Sc. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- B.Sc. Mass Communication
- PGD. Criminology and Security Studies
- M.Sc. Mass Communication
- M.Sc. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- B.Sc. Political Science
- B.Sc Economics
- B.Sc. Information Technology
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mathematics/Computer Science
- PGD. Information Technology
- B.Sc. Cooperative and Rural Development
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- B.Sc. Entrepreneurship
- B.Sc Accounting
- PGD Public Administration
- PGD Business Administration
- LLB Law
- (BNSc) Bachelor of Nursing Science
- B.Sc Public Health
- B.Sc. Environmental Health Science
- B.Sc.(Ed) Chemistry
- B.Sc.(Ed) Integrated Science
- B.Sc.(Ed) Computer Science
- B.Sc.(Ed) Mathematics
- B.Sc.(Ed) Physics
- B.A.(Ed) English
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Advantages of studying in an open university
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The advantages of studying in an Open University like NOUN university has many adantages but I will try my best to explain
a handful. The advantages are:- Noun University grants Hitch-free admission for all candidates into the appropriate programmes of the university according to individual qualification and/or professional standing and experience
- Due to the special features of Open Distance Learning (ODL), NOUN would ensure provision of learner support
services through the use of study centres at various locations in the country - Noun University encourages the use of appropriate multi-media technologies to achieve delivery of instructions
- You do not need to write Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) before you are given admission to study any programme of your choice. Although other necessary O-level certificates are required
- Most importantly, studying in Noun University ensures, programmes are tailored to make learning accessible,
flexible and available for you, at all times, in any place and at your pace
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Does Noun University go on strike?
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The Act of Parliament which established the National Open University of Nigeria prohibits any form of union for
staff or for students This means that the organization of Student Union Government (SUG) and Academic Staff Union
of University (ASUU) is not functional in the University. This Measures has made the university unaffected by strikes
Recent industrial action by ASUU (which lasted for eight months), affected the regular University in Nigeria while
the Noun university was not affected
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Can Noun students now go for NYSC?
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Over the years, The ineligibility of Noun students pertaking in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme lies
in National University Commission (NUC) regulations, which bar individuals enrolled in part-time studies from
participating in the NYSC. This is because the NUC believes Noun university programmes are earned on a part times
basis.
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In 2018, the Nigerian Senate passed a bill to grant NOUN graduates the opportunity to participate in the NYSC
scheme and enroll in the Nigerian Law School. This legislative action marked a significant breakthrough toward integrating
NOUN graduates into national service programs, hinting at a potential shift in policy to accommodate NOUN's unique
educational structures
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Recently, President Bola Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Education to include graduates of the National Open University
in the National Youth Service Corps scheme. Tinubu also resolved the longstanding admittance of NOUN Law graduates
to participate in Law School in the country for equal opportunities. He made the disclosure during his presentation
at the 13th convocation ceremony of NOUN on Saturday, at the university's Convocation Arena, Jabi, Abuja.
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The answer to the question now is with all this measures put in place, Noun University graduates will take part in
the NYSC scheme in no time.
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I recommend you check my article on the following:
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- Information about Noun University Courses
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- Examination guidelines for National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)paragraph
This is all we can take on “What you must know about National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)“.
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