Student review [#87852] for Journalism and Mass Communication
at National Open University of Nigeria - NOUN

Here’s my most honest experience as a student studying at National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)

One thing I like about this school is FLEXIBILITY. NOUN’s online platform allows me to study at my own pace, which is perfect for me in particular as a young vibrant lady in her early 20’s who is enthusiastic, has a big dream and wants to achieve a lot. School does not have to stop me from going about my other day to day activities. It’s also great for working professionals or people with family commitments.

The next thing I like about NOUN is AFFORDABILITY. Omg, let’s not talk about how going to conventional universities are amazingly expensive these days. Compared to these universities, NOUN’s tuition fees are relatively affordable.

Lastly, I’ve come to meet with people from different backgrounds, professions and experience, when we get to meet for exams or practicals or even through study groups. You’re not limited from knowing people in just your space, it’s more like networking I’ll say!

If I’ll talk about the dislike, first would be technical issues. Occasional glitches on the website or during online classes can be so frustrating!

Next on my list would be slow or no feedbacks, sometimes feedbacks are fast when you face technical issues in your student portal, etc. Other times, you need to go on 3 days fasting & prayer! (I’m exaggerating, but it seems like that Lol) Other schools may face this too, but maybe not as much as NOUN because NOUN is 90% online, we only have physical exams. And plus it’s mass number of students. It’s quite understandable.

Last on my list would be the fact that you have to motivate yourself to read. In NOUN, you either plan to fail or you fail to plan. Nobody is coming to save you! It’s either you read to pass or you don’t read to fail! If you’re not self motivated or disciplined, NOUN won’t be a great choice. On the other note, if you create or join a study group, it might help boost your performance.

Would I recommend NOUN? YES & NO.

I would recommend NOUN to those who value flexibility and affordability. If you’re self-motivated and disciplined, NOUN can be a great choice.

But if you’re not disciplined & motivated or you’re probably a slow learner and you mostly learn at a pace or an environment where you can be close to your lecturer and course mates or you prefer to have someone who sits next to you and explain in details, then NOUN isn’t the right option for you.

Well, these are the major things I can share from my experience at NOUN.

Thank you for reading!