NOUN portal: A comprehensive guide to registration, admission and more

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) e-learning portal is a user-friendly platform for enrolling in the course of your choice. Scholars from overseas and across the continent seek learning opportunities at the NOUN portal for their long-distance and online learning programs.

Key takeaways

• Recently, NOUN launched a new e-learning portal. The portal is user-friendly and easily accessible.
• You can access your academic records, register for courses, and submit assignments on the NOUN portal.
• Students can also register for their semester courses, apply for admission, and download essential learning materials.

The NOUN portal

This is an online platform for accessing learning materials. The portal is user-friendly and easily accessible. It was developed by the Directorate of Management Information System of the National Open University (NOUMIS) to ensure that all students have access to essential information.

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How do I log in to the NOUN portal?

When you are registered on the NOUN portal, you can easily log in to access the e-learning platform. Below are simple steps to log in to your NOUN.

1. Visit the nouonline official website on nou.edu.ng to log in to the portal. Click "eLearn" on the top menu.
2. Click on "Registered Student".
3. Enter your matriculation number in lowercase.
4. Enter your NOUN student portal login password.
5. Click on the "Login" button.
6. After successfully logging in, you can view your TMAs, course materials, and additional learning resources.

Note: The first time you log in, you will be prompted to change your password.

How to reset your password on the NOUN e-learning portal

If you forget your password, you can reset it. Follow these steps to reset your password on the NOUN student login portal.

1. Open NOUN's official website.
2. Click on the "Lost Password" link.
3. Enter your matriculation number, name and mobile number.
4. Click on the "Submit" button.
5. You will receive an email with a link to reset your password.
6. Click on the link and create your new password.
7. Click on the "Submit" button to reset your password.

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How to register for your semester on the NOUN portal?

The NOUN student portal registration is a requirement every new semester. It is similar to activating your account on the portal, which allows you access to all the services and materials. By loading your wallet, you need to register and pay for the courses you plan to take that semester.

Remember that you should load your wallet to access most of the services on the NOUN portal. Registering for a semester is straightforward through the NOUN returning student portal.

Below are simple steps you can follow :

1. Visit the NOUN official website.
2. Click on "Registered Student".
3. Enter your matriculation number in lowercase as both your username and password.
4. Click on the "Login" button.
5. Go to "Manage Wallet" and click "Load Wallet".
6. Enter details and amount, and then click "Pay".
7. Copy and take your RRR number to any bank branch for payment.
8. Once you have paid and confirmed your payment status, click "Home".
9. Select "Register for the semester"
10. Enter details and "Submit".
11. Proceed with course and exam registration.

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NOUN student portal result checking

Follow these steps to check your results through the NOUN Portal:

1. Visit the NOUN official website.
2. Click on "Registered Student".
3. Complete the noun student login with your matric number and password.
4. Click on "My progress".
5. Scroll down to the results of the semester you want to check.

Application for Admission to NOUN

You can apply for admission to the university through the NOUN portal. The application process will also involve a check to see if you qualify for the courses. It involves,

1. Visit the NOUN official website.
2. On the menu bar, click "Admission".
3. In the drop-down menu, select "Apply for admission".
4. A pop-up will appear asking whether you have confirmed the admission requirements. Click "Yes".
5. Follow the guide in the pop-up box if applicable; otherwise, close it.
6. Select/enter all options as applicable.
7. Click on the 'Next' button.
8. Click on the 'Details confirmed' button after confirming the displayed pieces of information.
9. Re-confirm payment details, click on 'Yes', and then on the 'Make payment' button.
10. On the remita page, confirm the displayed information and click on the 'Submit' button.
11. Select the applicable payment option and click on the 'Make payment' button.
12. Still at the remita end, follow the prompts on the screen.
13. When you enter your one-time password (OTP) and click the submit button, it is strongly advised that you do not do anything on the keyboard, mouse or screen until you are returned to the NOUN page.
14. You will be debited and returned (if there was no interruption) to the NOUN page. Follow the instructions and note the pieces of information on the screen.

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What are Tutor Marked Assignments?

Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) are assignments designed to gauge the student's understanding of the course material and ability to apply the concepts learned.

How do I get my TMA on the NOUN Portal?

To access your TMAs on the NOUN Portal:

1. Visit the TMA portal on the NOUN portal by logging in with your details.
2. For returning students, use the same login details as your previous semesters. For new students, your matriculation number is your username, password and prefix (nou.) in lower case. You will be prompted to change your password on your first login.
3. After logging in, navigate to "my courses" on the Noun portal.
4. Once you find the course, scroll down to the "TMA section".
5. Within the “TMA section, you will find “Tutor Marked Assignment 1 (TMA1)”, “Tutor Marked Assignment 2 (TMA2)” and “Tutor Marked Assignment 3 (TMA3)”. Click on TMA1 and proceed to attempt the TMAs accordingly. You need to submit TMA 1 first in order to gain access to TMA 2 and subsequently TMA 3.

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Note: Students must participate in discussions before accessing their TMAs. So, if you can't see your TMAs, then first click on the specific week you want to access the TMAs for, e.g "Week 1". Then navigate to the Discussion forum.

What is a National Open University?

It is a federal open and distance-learning institution. The National Open University of Nigeria is the first in the West African subregion. It is also Nigeria's most prominent higher learning institution in terms of student numbers.

What is the cost of the admission forms?

The cost of the form is N5,000 for undergraduate, N7,500 for Postgraduate and N10,000 for PhD.

What can you access on the NOUN student portal?

You can access your academic records, register for courses, and submit assignments. Students can also register for their semester courses, apply for admission, and download essential learning materials on the NOUN student portal.

How to log in to NOUN email?

1. Open the Gmail app on your device or visit gmail.com on your browser.
2. Paste the email you copied from the noun portal in the space for email address.
3. Use your matriculation number as a password in Uppercase.
4. Click "Login" to complete the process.

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The NOUN portal is available for all students and staff members. It allows students to access their TMAs, course materials, and other learning resources wherever they are. The e-learning portal has made it easier for local and international students to study at the university.

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