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honourableseyi:
When ever we are disseminating information in a forum like this, let's always act and say the fact we know and ask for those ones we don't know. Information is power if it is the right one. For an intellectual to be vituperating wrong information in a forum that is accessible to the world is a dent and disgrace on the person, image,integrity and his or her almamater. Even in this word of ICT where someone can easily go on the web and extract any information you want to know, yet some people are so gullible to the extent that they believe everything anybody told them. That is the level we have found ourselves in this country. Reading has become an "old school" hence we become jack of all trade when it comes to information gathering and dissemination. Can you please explain that "bolded" to us in this forum if indeed you have confirmed that NOUN or Law course is not accredited by NOUN? What is the name of NOUN doing in JAMB brochure and NUC website under the column of Federal Universities if it is not yet accredited? You can confirm that here. http://www.nuc.edu.ng/pages/universities.asp?ty=1&order=inst_name&page=2 . Why do we have NOUN as the 37th best institution on webometric ranking? http://www.webometrics.info/en/Africa/Nigeria

Also, http://www.nou.org.ng/accredited-courses-and-programmes-in-national-open-university-of-nigeria/

NUC is not the body in charge of Nigeria Law school but "The council of Legal Education" read more below.
http://www.nigeria-law.org/Legal%20Education.htm. NUC as a body has accredited NOUN's Law course but it is CLE has not which they are already working on. Shalom

I don't have to trade insults with you, nah, that will amount to degrading myself to your level!

Just so you know, I never said NOUN as a tertiary institution is not accredited as you opined up there. I said and I still repeat, for now, as far as NOUN is concerned, studying LL.B programs (LAW) at NOUN is a very bad idea for any sane student (s) especially freshers who aspire to be called to bar (practice) upon graduation , because you and I know NOUN law graduates don't go to Law school for now. And you know that without this all important law school ish you're as good as a graduate without a certificate, simple.

I don't know why you're so pained by the truth when you know it's that obvious. You also attested about this same truth(that NOUN law graduates don't go to law school upon graduation for now) in your write-up. Why then deny others the privilege of been abreast abinitio with this very truth and also knowing what they are getting themselves into, for them to then decide whether to go for a program that will prolly leave them stuck in the middle at the end of the day, even after huge amount of energy, money and time have been sacrificed or to opt out?

I said this because I know of some current students undergoing LL.B program in NOUN without the slightest idea, that for now, they won't be called to bar upon graduation . And when discussing with these set of people, you discover that they are filled with deep regrets .And I'm sure you will want people to ignorantly keep making same mistake right? Seriously SMH for you sha!

For prospectus students, I repeat, for now, you can study other courses at NOUN, but for Law? well do so at your own peril, until NOUN sort itself out. A word they say is enough for the wise. Unless you just want to study just for knowledge sake and not because you want to practice as a lawyer for now.

Don't bother quoting me further, cos I won't be giving you the luxury of replying again.

I have nothing against NOUN, I only stated the obvious, it's left for people to choose what they want with their lives.

Shalom.

CBNIM:
I don't have to trade insults with you, nah, that will amount to degrading myself to your level!

Just so you know, I never said NOUN as a tertiary institution is not accredited as you opined up there. I said and I still repeat, for now, as far as NOUN is concerned, studying LL.B programs (LAW) at NOUN is a very bad idea for any sane student (s) especially freshers who aspire to be called to bar (practice) upon graduation , because you and I know NOUN law graduates don't go to Law school for now. And you know that without this all important law school ish you're as good as a graduate without a certificate, simple.

I don't know why you're so pained by the truth when you know it's that obvious. You also attested about this same truth(that NOUN law graduates don't go to law school upon graduation for now) in your write-up. Why then deny others the privilege of been abreast abinitio with this very truth and also knowing what they are getting themselves into, for them to then decide whether to go for a program that will prolly leave them stuck in the middle at the end of the day, even after huge amount of energy, money and time have been sacrificed or to opt out?

I said this because I know of some current students undergoing LL.B program in NOUN without the slightest idea, that for now, they won't be called to bar upon graduation . And when discussing with these set of people, you discover that they are filled with deep regrets .And I'm sure you will want people to ignorantly keep making same mistake right? Seriously SMH for you sha!

For prospectus students, I repeat, for now, you can study other courses at NOUN, but for Law? well do so at your own peril, until NOUN sort itself out. A word they say is enough for the wise. Unless you just want to study just for knowledge sake and not because you want to practice as a lawyer for now.

Don't bother quoting me further, cos I won't be giving you the luxury of replying again.

I have nothing against NOUN, I only stated the obvious, it's left for people to choose what they want with their lives.

Shalom.

For the fact that you replied gave me the in-depth joy that my message was well received, taken and digested. Meanwhile, I am not a kind of person that will come to social media to insult people. If you look at the major part of the post, you will see that I didn't exclude myself. That is why I used "we" in some part of the post and also "people" . But sometimes, truth will look like an insult if it is not well taken. I will really appreciate it if you can show me where I insulted you in my post and I will humbly and gladly tender my apology. Regarding the subject under discuss, check your first post, your reply to SlimBrawnie, and to me; do we have any difference? ofcourse you know we have. I wouldn't have disputed this issue with you if it is just about NOUN law graduates not going to law school, ofcourse that is in the public domain. But check this extract from your first post. "I pity some people sha who waste their time and resources studying in an institution that's not accredited by nuc". You may want to say you are not referring to NOUN, then which institution are you referring to? Mind you, assuming you pluralise it; like "institutions" I will surely know or assume that you are not referring to NOUN or atleast not only NOUN. But the subject under discuss is NOUN, you also referred to an Institution under NOUN discussion thread which centered around advantages and disadvantages of NOUN, then which institution are you talking about that is not accredited by NUC? The second part also which is the issue of accredited course or courses in NOUN. "because LL.B program is not accredited in NOUN for now". Law program has been accredited in NOUN by NUC. This is the same reply slimbrawine enumerated on his own post too. NOUN graduates not going to Law school is not because the course has not been accredited by NUC in NOUN but because CLE has not approved NOUN law graduates to participate. But that doesn't mean that it will never be possible in the foreseeable future. This is my stand and what I am trying to point out. Shalom

CBNIM:
The crux of the matter remains that upon graduation as far as NOUN and LL.B program are concerned you won't be called to BAR for now and you know what that means! More like a self -acclaimed graduate without a certificate.
Then tell me if it's worth the bargain.

Well, good luck to you, at least you knew from the onset what you were getting into unlike most who doesn't.

yes, they are working assiduously to resolve the ish with CLE, they are on top of the matter, they are at the verge of finalizing the whole matter, blah blah! The truth is, that has been the story for years now and this is 2015 and NOUN is still telling the same story to her students. Now tell me why a sane person (especially fresh students) would prefer to gamble with his /her future and with that which will prolly get them stucked in the middle at the end of the day? Well, their lives their choice.

I only reiterate my stand so that people will beware especially freshers who outta frustration from jamb jump to NOUN for LL.B program without the full knowledge of what they are getting themselves into.

I repeat, for now, study other courses at NOUN? yes, study LLL.B (LAW) at NOUN? Capital NO! do so at your own peril! Unless you only wanna gain knowledge and not necessarily to practice as a lawyer.

N/B: I'm not by any means trying to discredit NOUN or discourage people from seeking admission in the named Institution. I only stated my opinion.

Shalom.

Noted! And for your info, LL.B admission in NOUN has been suspended till further notice,one of the measures taken by the school authority to tackle the issue at hand. Thank you

SlimBrawnie:
Noted! And for your info, LL.B admission in NOUN has been suspended till further notice,one of the measures taken by the school authority to tackle the issue at hand. Thank you

Pls can u tell me if admission is still currently on at NOUN, or has the window closed already till next batch. Treat as urgent, tanx.

magneto:
Pls can u tell me if admission is still currently on at NOUN, or has the window closed already till next batch. Treat as urgent, tanx.

Sorry for the delay... admission is still on but you need to hurry up with payment and clearance so you can get yourself prepared ahead of this semesters exam.

SlimBrawnie:
Sorry for the delay... admission is still on but you need to hurry up with payment and clearance so you can get yourself prepared ahead of this semesters exam.

Tanx a lot. Pls kindly detail d whole enrolment and clearance procedure for me, including how much is involved at each stage. I'm looking to do a PGD course in Business Admin. Tanx and appreciate ur kindness

magneto:
Tanx a lot. Pls kindly detail d whole enrolment and clearance procedure for me, including how much is involved at each stage. I'm looking to do a PGD course in Business Admin. Tanx and appreciate ur kindness

You have a PM. check your inbox

SlimBrawnie:
You have a PM. check your inbox

Sorry dear, I've forgotten d password to my email again...pls kindly resend to donmash.inc@gmail.com , God bless!

magneto:
Sorry dear, I've forgotten d password to my email again...pls kindly resend to donmash.inc@gmail.com , God bless!

okay..u can check ur mail

SlimBrawnie:
okay..u can check ur mail

Tanx, I've just replied. Look forward to more info

Hi SlimBrawnie, haven't heard back frm u. I replied ur email wit my fone num so we can chat more on whatsapp. Hope u saw it. Lemme know if I shuld send it agn. Really looking forward to dat conversation...tanx.

magneto:
Hi SlimBrawnie, haven't heard back frm u. I replied ur email wit my fone num so we can chat more on whatsapp. Hope u saw it. Lemme know if I shuld send it agn. Really looking forward to dat conversation...tanx.

So sorry...just got it... will add up

SlimBrawnie:
I couldn't help but counter the opinion and not facts of the thread[b] https://www.nairaland.com/2496607/disadvantages-national-open-university-nigeria[/b] that appeared on FP earlier on(Dont know why the op is so pained)I finished from a conventional university and presently pursing an LL.B program in NOUN. Contrary to what the op posted which is quite defamatory, I will like to clearly state here that despite its challenges, NOUN is the best university for those who are ready to WORK & LEARN. University of South Africa(UNISA) is an open university and same applies to many universities in the UK and US.


Here are the advantages of attending NOUN:
1. Her students are not barred from the compulsory NYSC scheme, rather, they are given exemption letters from NYSC since most of her students are either over 30years of age or must have served during his/her 1st degree.



2. B.SC Nursing has been given interim accreditation.


3. NOUN study centers are well equipped unless you are talking about the tutorial centers which are two different things entirely.

4. Less employed?? Nah.... I want to believe that there is hardly any organisation you step into that you won't find a NOUN student. So what employment are you talking about again?


5, Are students of conventional universities paid the stipulated sum after IT? NOUN students don't even need it when they already earn better.


6. Attending lectures is your choice. There are tutorial centers across and the school recently made a law that for you to lecture at the tutorial center, you must have a minimum of Masters so tell me, who are they lecturing?? Monkeys?? Also, the course materials are right there on the website, if you can't get the hard copy from the school, download it and print out. Besides you pay for course registration and not course materials.


7. Destitute, Smokers and Prostitutes?? I was a student of ABSU(A Proud Ikengress) and I think NOUN is far better when it comes to social vices in Higher Institutions.


8. NOUN students are not researchers? There is what we call DIY (Do It Yourself) and NOUN students apply it so well. NOUN supervisors are from conventional universities and what applies there, applies in NOUN too.


9. TMA and exams in year 1&2 are just honeymoon period for her students. I think you should checkout her year3 & above students.


10. Yes, NOUN is
not in the list because it has not been
included in Nigerian University Ranking
YET.


11. Student Union doest exist, yes, but there are associations that represent the interest of each department.


Like someone once said

...you come in as a nobody but graduate as a
somebody.
-probably as a computer illiterate but graduate
with vast knowledge of the computer.
-there is no bribing in the University.
-no short cut to pass.
-there is very low room or zero tolerance for
examination malpractice.
-there is no room for laziness.
-no time to waste.
-no strike to waste our precious life.
-relatively cheap.
-Access to all Federal/ State and cooperate
body scholarship
-no room for awaiting result/statement of
result but graduate and get your certificate/
Degree immediately.
- all courses accredited by NUC (confirmed)
*many frustrated Nigerian students are now
hopeful for higher education.

Your success depends mostly on you, it is
meant for students who can study and read on
their own.
Thank You

@OP What's the admission process please?

I already have a first degree but would like to study International Relations and French as I work with a German NGO, to further my prospects.

I went online but couldn't find any information on a 2016 session.

Thanks.

IndianaJay:
@OP What's the admission process please?

I already have a first degree but would like to study International Relations and French as I work with a German NGO, to further my prospects.

I went online but couldn't find any information on a 2016 session.

Thanks.

Exams are on presently, you can check back after exams. That should be Dec/Jan

NOUN TMA Solutions is now available in Google play store you can download for easy assess and also for past questions and answers. Use the link below.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wNOUNTMAsolutions

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Please, any idea if admission is still on for Postgraduate studies?

jamesharryson:
For anybody talking bad against NOUN, I think he/she should rethink. That institution is indeed hope to the JAMB-disgraced citizens of Nigeria. The school is really working hard for her students be allowed to be going for the NYSC programme which I think they can make it.

I have taken another course on mathematics there because that has been my dream course. I graduated as a chemical engineer. Without following the most tiring protocols of jamb, I will be graduating with B.Sc in Mathematics. I am hAppy such school exists. I also advise students who find it difficult gettong admission into circular universities to pick a form and just move on instead of killing their precious future at home

Pls can we have a discussion I really want to know more about the school

I did jamb this year and scored 245 I was hoping for Uniben to study business management or Entrepreneurship , but my sole sponsored said I should go for a part-time school cause she is not sure of her pocket, and I decided to go for NOUN but my mind is doing me some how, is noun really a GOAL

Please note am working class, hope it's not a bad ideal

Prettyolive:
I did jamb this year and scored 245 I was hoping for Uniben to study business management or Entrepreneurship , but my sole sponsored said I should go for a part-time school cause she is not sure of her pocket, and I decided to go for NOUN but my mind is doing me some how, is noun really a GOAL

hope you later went to noun... ?