National Open University, NOUN Project Format

 

The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) typically has a specific format for student projects, particularly for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. This format ensures consistency and adherence to academic standards. Below is a general outline of the project format for NOUN:

1. Title Page

• Project Title: The title should be clear, concise, and reflect the content of the project.
• Student’s Name: Full name of the student.
• Matriculation Number: Student’s matriculation number.
• Department: The department under which the project is submitted.
• Faculty: The faculty of the student.
• Institution: National Open University of Nigeria.
• Date: The month and year of submission.

2. Approval Page

• This page includes a statement of approval, the name and signature of the supervisor, and the date of approval.
• It may also include spaces for the Head of Department and Dean’s signatures.

3. Declaration

• A statement where the student declares that the project is their original work and has not been submitted elsewhere for any other degree or qualification.

4. Certification

• A statement by the supervisor certifying that the project was carried out under their supervision and is approved for submission.

5. Dedication

• Optional. This section is where the student dedicates the project to a person or group of people.

6. Acknowledgements

• Here, the student thanks those who contributed to the completion of the project, including their supervisor, family, friends, and others.

7. Abstract

• A brief summary of the research, including the problem statement, methodology, findings, and conclusions. Typically 150-250 words.

8. Table of Contents

• A detailed listing of all sections and sub-sections in the project, along with corresponding page numbers.

9. List of Figures and Tables (if applicable)

• Separate lists for figures and tables used in the project, along with their titles and page numbers.

10. Chapter One: Introduction

• Background of the Study: Introduction to the research topic.
• Statement of the Problem: Clearly defined research problem or question.
• Objectives of the Study: Main goals of the research.
• Research Questions/Hypotheses: Specific questions or hypotheses the research aims to address.
• Significance of the Study: Importance and relevance of the research.
• Scope and Limitations: What the study will cover and its potential limitations.
• Definition of Terms: Explanation of key terms used in the research.

11. Chapter Two: Literature Review

• A review of existing literature related to the research topic, highlighting gaps that the current research aims to fill.

12. Chapter Three: Research Methodology

• Research Design: Type of research (e.g., descriptive, experimental).
• Population and Sample: Description of the study population and sampling techniques.
• Data Collection Methods: Tools and techniques used to collect data.
• Data Analysis Techniques: Methods used to analyze the collected data.

13. Chapter Four: Data Presentation and Analysis

• Presentation of research findings using tables, figures, and narrative explanations.
• Analysis of the data, including statistical tests if applicable.

14. Chapter Five: Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendations

• Summary of Findings: Brief recap of the main findings.
• Conclusion: The conclusions drawn from the research findings.
• Recommendations: Suggestions for future research or practical applications based on the findings.

15. References

• A list of all the sources cited in the project, formatted according to a specific citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago).

16. Appendices (if applicable)

• Any additional material such as questionnaires, raw data, or supplementary information that supports the project.

Formatting Guidelines

• Font: Times New Roman, 12-point size.
• Spacing: 1.5 line spacing for the body of the text, single spacing for long quotations, footnotes, and references.
• Margins: 1-inch margins on all sides.
• Alignment: Justified text alignment.
• Page Numbering: Roman numerals (i, ii, iii) for preliminary pages; Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3) for the main content.

This format may vary slightly depending on the specific department or faculty requirements, so it’s always a good idea to consult with your supervisor or department for any specific guidelines.

If you’re currently in your final year and thinking of writing your project research, then here’s the current and approved format for your project research writing.

Chapter One
Introduction

1.1 Introduction
1.2 Background Of The Study
1.3 Statement Of The Problem
1.4 Objectives Of The Study
1.5 Research Questions
1.6 Statement Of Hypothesis
1.7 Significance Of The Study
1.8 Scope And Limitations
1.9 Justification Of Study
1.10 Definition Of Terms

Chapter Two
Review Of Literature

2.0 Introduction
2.1 Conceptual Clarification
2.2 Theoretical Framework
2.3 Literature On The Subject Matter

Chapter Three

Research Methodology

• Area Of Study
• Source Of Data
• Sampling Techniques/ Sampling Size
• Methods Of Data Collection
• Methods Of Data Analysis

Chapter Four

Data Analysis, Findings And Discussions

4.0 Introduction
4.1 Findings Of The Study (Data Analysis)
4.2 Discussion Of The Findings

Chapter Five

Conclusion And Recommendations

5.0 Summary Of Findings

5.1 Conclusions

5.2 Recommendations

5.3 Proposal For Further Studies

NOUN Project Topics Proposal Format

Customary, before you start your project writing you’re expected to first write a proposal for your project topics which are usually three and one will be picked and approved by your supervisor.

 

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