Student Manual

Students’ Manual 2011

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UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN DISTANCE LEARNING CENTRE

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September 2011


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© Distance Learning Center University of Ibadan.

Ibadan.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in retrieval, system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electric, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without the prior permission of the copyright owner.

First Edition 2010

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Table of Contents Page Table of Content… … … … … … iii Foreword … … … … … … v Vision … … … … … … vi Mission … … … … … … … vii Introduction … … … … … … viii 1. A Brief History of the Distance Learning Centre 1

2. MODE OF STUDY 3 Bachelors Degree … … … … 3 Resource persons … … … … 3

Duration of study for Degree programme… … 4 Diploma/Certificate Programmes … … 5 Duration of study for Diploma Programme… … 5 Postgraduate Programme … … … 5 3. Admission Requirements … … … 6

Admission Requirements for 5-year programme …. 6

Admission Requirements for 4-year programme …. 8

Maturity Criteria … … … … 13

Open Access Initiative … … … … 13

Fast Track … … … … … 13

Policy on Retention and Graduation of students… 13

Graduation Policy… … …. …. …. 14

4. COURSE REGISTRATION AND FEES 15

Add and Delete … … … … … 18 General Studies programme … … … 18 Fees … … … … … … 19

5. EXAMINATION REGULATIONS, STUDENTS’

GENERAL CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE 20 Examinations … … … … … 20


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Release of Results … … … … 20 Grading System … … … … 21 Class of degree … … … … … 22 Disciplinary Procedure … … … … 23 Project Supervision … … … … 23 Teaching Observation … ... … … 23 Teaching Practice … … … … 23 Practicum … … … … … 25

6. STUDENTS’ SUPPORT SERVICES 26 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) … … 27

7. STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITY 31 Computer Literacy … … … … 31 Proper/Timely Registration … … … 31 Studying the Study Pack … … … 32 Dedicated E-mail Addresses for DLC Students …. 32 Allocation of Students to Academic Advisors … 32 Use of Social Media Network for interaction … 32 Issuance of Plastic ID Card … …. … 33

8. GENERAL INFORMATION 34 Suspension of Study … … … … 34 Reactivation of Courses … … … … 34 Change of Courses … … … … 35 Conversion of Mode of Study/Transfer … … 35 Library and Health Registration … … … 35 Entrance Examination … … … … 35 Orientation and Matriculation … … … 36 Information/Student Support … … … 36 Computer Literacy Requirement … … … 36 Socials … … … … … … 36 Withdrawal from programmes… … … 36 Learning Resources/ Media… … … … 37 Official E-mail Addresses and Phone Lines … 37


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Foreword

he University of Ibadan Distance Learning Programme has a vision of providing lifelong education for anyone who for one reason or the other, has opted for the Distance Learning mode. In

this way, it aims at providing education for all by ensuring access and equity.

The student manual is therefore, a resource document which provides information designed to educate students about the University, as well as provide important road map to success. These include issues like course registration, orientation, interactive session, examination, etc.

The University degree is awarded on being found “worthy in character and in learning”. Students, are therefore, expected to pursue their academic goals on the premise of honesty, integrity and dedication and are encouraged to take time to read through this all important handbook as an instructional manual that will guide them in their academic pursuit in the premier University, the University of Ibadan.

Best wishes.

Professor Bayo Okunade Director, DLC

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Vision The Distance Learning Centre, University of Ibadan, was established to provide qualitative education and training to people who, for various reasons, are unable to enroll for full-time studies.

Its overarching vision is:

To provide access to globally competitive, qualitative and continuous education.


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Mission

he mission, which is consistent with the University of Ibadan internationalization programme, is:

• to bridge the capacity gap by delivering programmes of global standards in areas of national needs

• to deliver skill-based programmes in order to promote employment and productivity

• to partner with communities and private sector so as to create requisite synergy for quality and competitive education

• to partner with reputable institutions in order to deliver global educational products to Nigerians

• to key into the global education market by positioning the University of Ibadan as an exporter of knowledge and intellectual resources

• to become the primary centre for learning resources in Africa and provide a platform for facilitating Pan African development

• to provide an avenue for forging global cooperation and harmony

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INTRODUCTION

pen Distance Learning requires the provision of adequate and timely support to the Learner in various formats that agree with the tenets of the mode. Necessary support has been put together

and made available in both electronic and print formats, on the official website of the Centre and relayed on radio. Students support services are also available in all our offices.

This manual is therefore, a compilation of guidelines, information and direction needed for a successful learning experience, while on ODL programme of the University of Ibadan.

The Distance Learning Centre of the University of Ibadan is the premier provider of Open Distance learning in Nigeria. It started as an external studies centre in 1988 and since then the Distance Learning Centre of the university has grown in leaps and bounds.

This manual serves as a useful guide through which you can successfully have a rewarding studentship while on the distance learning programme of the University of Ibadan.

Expectedly, it is all encompassing of information you may require while on the distance learning programme.

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE DISTANCE

LEARNING CENTRE

he idea of Distance Education was conceived by the Department of Adult Education of the University of Ibadan in 1972. The proposal for the commencement of the various programmes was

presented to the Senate of the University in 1976. Subsequently, the National Universities Commission gave its approval. The Centre started as the External Studies Programme of the Department of Adult Education in 1988, with courses from the parent department (Adult Education) and two other departments, Guidance and Counseling and Teacher Education.

In 2002, the nomenclature was changed to Distance Learning Centre (DLC) in order to reflect the new vision of the University and to take advantage of the new technological and global environment.

Currently, 5 Faculties and over 30 Departments are enlisted on DL programme of the University. Since inception, the Centre has graduated over 6,000 students.

The Distance Learning Centre’s programmes of study are the same as what obtains in the conventional mode of the University. The same admission requirements, same departments, same lecturers, same examination mode, same regulations for graduation and same certificate of the University of Ibadan are awarded.

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The Head Office of DLC is located at Moroundiya, Idi-Ose, along Moniya Road, on the New Ibadan – Ilorin Expressway, Ibadan. Also, the Bodija office is at No. 20 Awolowo Avenue, Old Bodija, Ibadan. The Lagos Office is at Speedwriting House, No. 16, Ajanaku Street, off Salvation Bus-stop , Awuse Estate, Opebi Ikeja, Lagos.



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MODE OF STUDY

The Centre offers programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Degree Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. DEGREE The mode of study is purely non-residential. Distance Learning students are located all over the country and usually converge at Ibadan and Lagos for four weeks for interactive sessions and examinations. DLC students commence the study year as soon as admission has been offered, the prescribed fees are paid, the course materials either in soft (CDs, audio books) or printed hard copy appropriately issued. Also, course materials are available on the centre website (www.dlc.ui.edu.ng) Other platforms for disseminating course materials content include, University radio (Diamond FM 101.1 ) and radio drama. Resource persons and programmes are regularly communicated to the students through text messages, dedicated e-mails, radio programmes and special messages. These facilitate continuous and uninhibited interaction between students and the resource persons. Arrangements have been made with carefully selected partners in various parts of the country to provide administrative support to DLC students. This is in line with some requirements of the National Universities Commission. The Students are expected to sufficiently interact with the course materials for a period of 12 weeks after which the interactive session



would be scheduled for revision and examinations. Between the collections of course materials and interactive sessions, students will be provided with online tutor by the academic advisors. During this period, students are required to complete their assignments.

From 2010/2011 academic session, interactive sessions will be held in Lagos, Ibadan and other locations in Nigeria to be determined by students’ population. Duration for the interactive sessions shall be for maximum of 4 weeks. Students should note that the Distance Learning Programmes of the University of Ibadan are not weekend or part-time programmes and do not hold lectures on weekends or at any other time, except revision classes during Interactive Sessions.

RESOURCE PERSONS

Resource persons are drawn mainly from academic departments in the Nigerian University system. They are responsible for the preparation of instructional materials, conduct of online interaction/tutorials. DLC resource persons are trained in Open Distance Learning (ODL) operations. Visit www.dlc.ui.edu.ng for details on DLC Resource Persons.

DURATION OF STUDY FOR DEGREE PROGRAMME

Degree programmes run between four to six years depending on the programme and entry qualifications. A maximum of ten semesters is allowed for a four year degree programme. Also, a maximum of twelve semesters is allowed for a five-year degree programme. Students are allowed to suspend their studies for not more that 2 academic sessions at a stretch.



DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES

Diploma programmes are delivered through appropriate modes; most are delivered through face to-face teaching. Each programme has its own unique requirements for effective learning. Students will be given adequate information on specific requirements as the need arises.

DURATION OF STUDY FOR DIPLOMA

To be awarded any Diploma of the University of Ibadan, a student shall spend no more than four sessions to complete a programme.

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME

Professional Masters and Postgraduate Diploma by Distance Learning in collaboration with Postgraduate School in the following have been approved by the University Senate:

i. Master of Communication and Language Arts (M.C.A.)

ii. Master of Project Development and Implementation (M.P.D.I)

iii. Master of Industrial and Personnel Relations (M.I.P.R)

iv. Master of Personnel Psychology (M.P.P)

v. Postgraduate Diploma in Education. (P.G.D.E)

vi. Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching in Higher Education. (P.G.D.T.H.E)

vii. Master in Actuarial Science (M.A.S)

For further detail, please visit www.dlc.ui.edu.ng



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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR 5-YEAR PROGRAMMES

(O’LEVEL APPLICANTS)

• FACULTY OF ARTS: Entry Requirements for O’Level Applicants is 5 O/L Credits at one sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings including English Language, Literature in English, an Arts subject and any other 2 or 3 subjects. Departments of English and Communication & Language Arts require Literature in English.

• FACULTY OF EDUCATION: Entry Requirements for O’Level Applicants is 5 Credits at O/L including English Language at one sitting or 6 Credits at 2 sittings in SSCE /WAEC / NECO, Merit or Credit passes in TCII,in English Language and 4 other Senate approved matriculating subjects (details are as listed in the University Calendar, 1996 –98 Edition, pgs. 92 – 94).

• FACULTY OF SCIENCE: Entry Requirements for O’L

Applicants WASCE/SSCE/GCE O'L/ NECO/NABTEB/TC II with at least 5 Credits at one sitting which must include



Mathematics and English Language or 6 Credits in not more than 2 sittings which must include Mathematics and English Language.

• FACULTY OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of Economics: Entry Requirements for O’Level Applicants is 5 Credits at one sitting or 6 credits at 2 sittings which should include Mathematics, Economics and English Language and any 2 of Arts or Social Science Subjects. Department of Psychology: Entry Requirements for the 5 Sessions Programme with O/L qualification is 5 O/L Credits at a sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings in English Language and a pass in Mathematics and any one subject from the Social Sciences. Department of Political Science: Entry Requirements for O’Level Applicants Candidates is 5 Credits at one sitting or 6 credits at 2 sittings which should include Government or History, English Language and any other 3 subjects plus at least a pass in Mathematics.



ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR 4-YEAR PROGRAMMES

(DIRECT ENTRY)

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE: Agriculture/B.Forest Resour ces Management/B.Wildlife. Management /B. Fisheries Management: Two A/L passes in Chemistry and one of the following: Biology, Botany, Mathematics, Geography, Zoology, Agricultural Science, Pure and Applied Mathematics, Physics, Geology or Economics, plus 5 Credits in O/L English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science at one sitting Or 6 Credits at 2 sittings. However, a Credit Pass in Biology is compulsory for Forest Resources Management. Only candidates with ND/HND Forestry will be considered for admission into Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources Management.

• NCE (Agric Science, Biology, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Home Economics and Management , Geography and Economics with a minimum Credit Grade of 60-69%), plus 5 Credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science (with at least a Pass in Biology) and other science subjects at one sitting or 6 Credits at 2 sittings.

• National Diploma (ND) in relevant fields (Crop Production, Soil Survey, Animal Health and Production, Fisheries, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Horticultural Science, Agricultural Mechanization, Veterinary Science, etc.) with a minimum of Upper Credit (60-69%). The ND must be obtained from Schools and Colleges accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and recognized by the University of Ibadan. The candidates must have satisfied the above minimum O/L requirements. Higher National Diploma (HND) with a minimum of Upper Credit 60- 69% in relevant fields (as listed above) will be exempted from the 12 months practical programme observed at 400 Level if the candidate is admitted into the programme that relates to the area of his/her HND specialization. The candidate must have satisfied the above minimum O/L requirements.

DURATION: 6 Sessions



FACULTY OF ARTS

• Communication and Language Arts: Candidates with at least two A-Level papers, NCE or equivalent plus 5 O/L Credits at one sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings including English Language, Literature in English for Communication and Language Arts and any other combination of arts subject are eligible for admission into the 4 – Sessions Programme. Mature candidates with relevant Diplomas and the National Certificate of Education (NCE) in any discipline are qualified to apply for the 4 year Direct Entry Programme in B.A. Philosophy and Public Affairs.

• English Department requires a Pass in English Literature at A/

L GCE, or at the Principal Level in HSC Examination or at least a merit in National Certificate of Education (NCE) and at least one other Arts subject plus 5 O/L Credits at one sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings.

• Linguistics: NCE or equivalent qualification plus relevant O/L

Credits are admitted into the programme. Yoruba: candidates with National Certificate of Education (NCE) or equivalent qualification in Yoruba or Diploma in Yoruba are eligible for admission plus 5 O/L Credits at one sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings.

FACULTY OF EDUCATION O/LEVEL AND DIRECT ENTRY Bachelor of Education (B.ED) Holders of the NCE, GCE A/L or its equivalent. In addition, Candidates must have 5 Credits at O/L including English Language at one sitting or 6 Credits at 2 sittings in SSCE /WAEC / NECO, Merit or Credit passes in TCII,in English Language and 4 other Senate approved matriculating subjects (details are as listed in the University Calendar, 1996 –98 Edition, pgs. 92 – 94).



• Library, Archival and Information Studies: Candidates must

have at least a pass in Mathematics and Diploma in Librarianship at Merit level or Diploma in any other field or NCE in any discipline. Candidates will be allowed to select a teaching subject from their O/L results passed at Credit Level.

• Teacher Education: Candidates must have Credit /merit in

NCE or Diploma in relevant subjects. In addition, candidates must satisfy the O/L requirement as for (i) above. Holders of NCE/ Diploma in any discipline may be considered for the 4- Year programme in Teacher Education but such candidates will be required to select teaching subjects from their O/ L results passed at Credit Level.

• Educational Management: Candidates must have Credit in

English Language, Mathematics and Economics in addition to 2 other subjects in WASC/GCE O/L plus NCE merit grade in any of the following: Economics, Business Studies, Office Practice, Accounting and Insurance. Diploma in Statistics from a recognized University and University of Ibadan Professional Diploma in Educational Management (with at least an overall Merit Grade).

• Guidance and Counselling: Candidates must have NCE in any

field or Diploma in any field. In addition, candidates must satisfy the O/L requirements as for (i) above.

• Human Kinetics: Candidates must have NCE in Physical and

Health Education, Biology or Integrated Science with overall grades of Merit or University Diploma in Human Kinetics and Health Education with an overall grade of merit plus 5 Credits/Merits Including English Language at one sitting or 6 Credits at 2 sittings in GCE O/L or SSCE/TCII/ NECO.



• Health Education Unit: Diploma in Nursing /Midwifery/Mental

Health Nursing, NCE Physical and Health Education, Agricultural Science or Biology with overall grade of merit. U.I Diploma in Human Kinetics and Health Education with overall grade of Merit, Any of the above qualifications plus 6 Credits/Merits at 2 sittings in GCE or SSCE/ TCII/NECO.

• Social Work: Candidates must have at least five credits in GCE

O/L /SSCE/NECO, including English Language at one sitting or six credits at two sittings for the five year programme. Holders of Diploma or OND in Social Work: NCE, General or Mental Health , Nursing Certificates, (R.N., RM etc) Diploma in Adult Education and Community Development, Diploma in Cooperative studies or Diploma in Industrial and Trade Unionism from Institutions recognized by the University of Ibadan for the 4 year programme. Such candidates must satisfy the O’Level requirements as for one above. Holders of first degree from the University of Ibadan who are interested in BSW may also apply. Apart from the requirements specified for respective Departments in the Faculty of Education and the minimum O/L requirements for the University of Ibadan, candidates with a Merit Diploma in any field may apply to any Department of their choice. Such candidates will, however, be required to select a teaching subject from their O/L results passed at Credit Level. This is in addition to other Units that may be prescribed by the Department in respect of such candidates.

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

• B.Sc. Statistics: Entry Requirement for Direct Entry Holders of Professional Diploma in Statistics (PDS) of the University of Ibadan or its equivalent from other Universities are recognized. Holders of National Diploma (ND) in Statistics with a minimum of Lower Credit, from any recognized Polytechnic in Nigeria or



its equivalent outside Nigeria plus 5 O/L Credits at one sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings.

FACULTY OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES

• Department of Economics (4 Sessions ) Candidates must have 2 A/L Passes or its equivalent but O/L Credits should include Mathematics and Economics. In addition, holders of HND/ND/OND/NCE/Diploma Certificates in the Faculties of The Social Sciences, Sciences and Education of accredited tertiary institutions can be admitted without prejudice to prescribed O/L requirements. Holders of Bachelors Degrees from Arts, Education, and Social Sciences may be admitted without prejudice to prescribed O/L requirements.

• Department of Political Science ( 4 Sessions)

Any 2 A/L Passes

• Department of Psychology (4 Sessions) Candidate must possess 2 A/L passes including Government or History plus 5 O/L Credits at a sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings in English Language and a pass in Mathematics and any one subject from the Social Sciences. NCE: Not lower than a Credit pass, HND: Not lower than a Credit pass from any discipline, NURSING: Registered with Nigerian Nursing and Midwifery Council (RNM), B.Sc: Not lower than a 3rd Class from any discipline.



Maturity Criteria (for 5 Years Programmes Only) • Candidates who possess 5 credits at two sittings including

English Language may apply on the grounds of maturity/work experience. Such candidates must be at least 26 years old and must provide the following information: Academic qualification, Professional experience, Self appraisal of Professional Competence, recommendation from competent individuals. An oral interview/literacy test would be part of their selection process (further details online).

Open Access Initiative

• Notwithstanding other specific or general requirements, holders of OND, HND and University Diplomas may apply to any Department of their choice for 4-year programmes provided they possess requisite O/L requirements.

• Bachelors Degree and Postgraduate Degree holders may apply freely to any Department.

Fast Track

• Candidates with HND, Bachelor and Higher Degrees can be considered for a fast track programme which allows students to register more courses at each level and fulfill their course requirements faster than the normal duration

POLICY ON RETENTION AND GRADUATION OF STUDENTS

Retention Policy • Suspension of Study: Suspension of studies is allowed for a

maximum of two sessions at a time. If a student missed the course or examinations for any reason, he/she will have to



suspend his/her programme. Suspension is subject to payment of a specified sum accompany with an application before processing. Such a request should be supported by concrete evidence. E.g. medical report from a recognized hospital in the case of ill health. Any programme of study that is not properly suspended in accordance with the University regulations shall lapse.

• Reactivation of Study: Reactivation of study is strictly for students who applied for suspension and were given due approval. Students who wish to suspend are given free access to do so.

GRADUATION POLICY Requirements for obtaining an honours Degree: Graduation policy is as spelt out in the rules and regulations governing the conduct of the University of Ibadan examinations. However, to obtain an honours degree, a student shall spend a maximum of twelve semesters for a five-year degree programme or a maximum of ten semesters for a four year degree programme.



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COURSE REGISTRATION AND FEES

tudents are expected to register for their courses at the beginning of each session. The registration usually lasts for a specified duration, after which a late registration fee will be charged for an

extended period. Any student not registered by then will be deemed absent for that session and he/she will be advised to suspend his/her studies and if not, will be considered to have withdrawn, and will not be permitted into the interactive sessions, revision classes and examinations.

Course Registration for DLC is done online on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng Please, note that Online Course Registration is a must for all DLC students. All course registration must be approved by DLC Record Officer.

The procedure for course registration is as stated below: Step 1: New Student Receives Mail Alert about admission status

(mail contains Form Number) Step 2: Check Admission Status with the application form number

• Go to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng or http://Portal.dlc.ui. edu.ng and Click on View Admission

• If Admitted, print admission notification letter • If another programme of study is suggested, student

should pick from the available alternative and start step two again

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Step 3: Take notification to the bank to pay assigned fees and get Confirmation Order Number

Step 4: Student returns to the portal on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng or http://Portal.dlc.ui.edu.ng • Click on SIGN UP or PRINT ADMISSION LETTER

and follow the process by supplying your Confirmation Order Number

Step 5: After a successful sign up process, a Student Profile will be created. • Student can subsequently log-in to access his/her profile.

Student will have access to Control Centre • Click on UPDATE PASSPORT to upload profile

passport photograph Step 6: Click on ADMISSION LETTER to Print Admission Letter Step 7: Click on STUDENT PROFILE to update students Basic Bio

Data (like state, local government, title, address etc.) Step 8: Click on COURSE REGISTRATION to register courses

originally set up by the Academic officer

Step 9: Click on PRINT REGISTRATION FORM to print your registered courses as a confirmation of a successful registration procedure.

The procedure for payment and course registration for returning student are as stated below:

Payment Process Step 1: Log on to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng Step 2: Click on 'Print Payment Advice’. Step 3: Select/supply the required information and click ‘continue’. Step 4: Select Payment Option (i.e. Full Payment or First

InstallmentPayment) Step 5: Click on ‘Generate Transaction Code’.



Step 6: Then Click on ‘Click to Complete’ button. Click on ‘Click to Print Payment Advice’.

Step 7: Proceed to bank to pay your fees. Step 8: After payment of fees at the bank (i.e. after 24 hrs), come

back to the portal for Online Course Registration. Course Registration Process Step 1: Log on to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng Step 2: Click on Degree Portal for Returning Students. Step 3: Click on Returning Students’ Portal Log-in and supply

username and password. Step 4: Update your Biodata records. Step 5: Click on mycourses and Select the Session (2010/2011). Step 6: Tick the courses you are to register for (Click on save if not

done Step 7: Click on submit if done). Step 8: In addition, click on the Register External/Carry over for

Addition Courses (i.e. Carry-Over or Borrowed Courses). How to Print Receipts Only students that have made full payments can print school fees receipt Step 1: Log on to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng Step 2: Click on Degree Portal for Returning Students Step 3: Click on Returning Students’ Portal Log-in and supply

username and password Step 4: Click on myaccounts Step 5: Click on ‘Print Receipts’ and then on the session of the

receipt you want.



ADD & DELETE Students that have a need to review their course registration can visit the website www.dlc.ui.edu.ng to access add and delete. Opportunity for Add and Delete shall be made available immediately after the first introductory interactive session.

In the event of any challenge encountered in the process of add and delete, please send a mail to [email protected] for support.

GENERAL STUDIES PROGRAMME (GSP)

GES 101, 102, 103, 104, 105 and 106 are compulsory courses for all

degree students. Details about registration can be obtained on the

portal.

Materials for GES are available at all DLC offices. A separate payment is required for this.

A student is supposed to register and pass 3 GES courses before graduation. GES 101 is compulsory for all while the remaining 2 is selected based on Department of each student. GES courses are taken as from the second year.

Detailed information is available on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng

To register for GES courses, student are to follow the procedure below:

• Log on to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng

• Click on Degree Portal for Returning Students

• Click on Returning Students’ Portal Log-in and supply username and password

• Click on myGES and select the session (2010/2011). • Tick the GES courses you wish to register for. • Click on ‘Save’ if not done; click on ‘Submit’ if done.



FEES

Details of specific amounts to be paid are available on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng. Fees are subject to review by university authorities without notice. Where applicable, fees are also payable for the following:

• Late Registration

• Suspension of Studies

• Reactivation of Courses

• Practicals

• Teaching/Library Practice

• Statement of Results

• Transcript

• Certificate



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EXAMINATION REGULATIONS, STUDENTS’

GENERAL CONDUCT & DISCIPLINE

Examinations

ll courses are examined at the end of the semester/session for which they are taught.

All degree students are expected to be in residence for 4-6 weeks at the end of each session for revision with their lecturer, and for examinations.

All examinations hold on the campus of the University of Ibadan.

Students are required to register for examinations. Only duly registered students are allowed to take examinations. It is the duty of the student to access examination timetable on the website www.dlc.ui.edu.ng and register properly for examinations. Only duly registered students would be allowed to take examinations.

Procedure for examination booking is available on the website www.dlc.ui.edu.ng

Release of Results Examination results are usually released early, before commencement of registration for the next session. Information can be obtained on the website www.dlc.ui.edu.ng

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Please note the following: A course designated;

Compulsory C: means one is expected to register for it and pass it.

Required R: means that one is expected to register for it and obtain a prerequisite pass. In each session, a student is expected to pass a certain number of cumulative units of required courses.

Elective E: means that it is an ancillary course which can be taken to boost the CGPA. There is certain number of units of electives which a student is required to take and pass in a year.

Prerequisite: A course X - is prerequisite to another course Y. therefore you are expected to have taken X and obtained a prerequisite pass in order to qualify to register for Y. Prerequisite pass is 30%.

Carryover: Courses that are failed should be done at the next available opportunity. There is no opportunity for re-sit examination. Students are expected to re-register for failed Courses in the following session.

Failed Course: To register for failed courses in the final year, student must register for a minimum of 15 units at any level, from relevant department including course(s) failed. Courses already passed are excluded.

Grading System Students are required to obtain a minimum number of units every year to qualify to proceed to the next level. All courses registered for, whether passed or failed are used in the computation of results. Students are advised not to register for courses in excess of minimum number of units for each year.

The required number is specified in the prospectus for each



course per year.

Class of degree: Grades to be used for students who satisfactorily complete the registration of a course by the end of the year for both Diploma and Degree are:

Letter Grade Grade Point Mark A 7 70 - 100

A- 6 65 - 69

B+ 5 60 - 64

B 4 55 - 59

B- 3 50 - 54

C+ 2 45 - 49

C 1 40 - 44

D 0 0 - 39

i. In order to obtain CGPA of a candidate the appropriate index (Grade Point) assigned to each range of numerical marks is multiplied by the course unit and the products added up to give the total weighted grade point. The total is divided by the total number of course units taken (pass or fail).

ii. The CGPA shall be expressed correct to one decimal place.

The class of Diploma of a student who has satisfactorily completed his course of studies shall be determined as follows:



Cumulative Grade Point Average Class 6.0 and above Distinction

4.6 – 5.9 Credit

2.6 – 4.5 Merit

1.0 – 2.5 Pass

Less than 1.0 Fail

The class of Degree of a candidate who has successfully completed his course of study shall be as follows:

Cumulative Grade Point Average Class 6.0 and above First Class 1

4.6 – 5.9 Second Class Upper 21

2.6 – 4.5 Second Class Lower 22

1.6 – 2.5 Third Class 3

1.0 – 1.5 Pass P

Less than 1.0 Fail F

The list of successful candidates shall be published with the following classifications:

� First Class Honours

� Second Class Honours (Upper Division)

� Second Class Honours (Lower Division)

� Third Class Honours

� Pass

Names shall be arranged alphabetically.



Disciplinary Procedure Under the University Act, the power to discipline students is vested in the Vice Chancellor. In practice, there is a Student Disciplinary Committee (SDC) with the general function of dealing with individual cases of indiscipline either in regular or DL mode.

Students who appear before any disciplinary committee or panel in the University are expected, in the name of fair hearing, to come up freely to defend their cases with the use of witnesses and/or documents to prove their innocence or plead mitigation.

The following are some of the disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed for violating the University regulations: Fines, Disciplinary probation, Suspension/Rustication, Expulsion, e.t.c.

Project Supervision Students are expected to be allocated to supervisors in their penultimate session. Thus, they are expected to discuss with their respective supervisor and finish same on or before the end of their programme.

Teaching Observation Students in the Faculty of Education are expected to go on Teaching Observation in 200 level (Direct entry students will go in the same year of entry) Further information will be communicated by the Department of Teacher Education.

Teaching Practice Students in the Faculty of Education are expected to proceed on Teaching Practice/Practicum twice on their programme, immediately after their examination at 300 and 400 levels. Further information will be communicated to the affected students.



Practicum Students in the Departments of Guidance, and Counselling, Social Work and Library, Archival and Information Studies will be expected to proceed on Practicum twice during their programme. Further information will be communicated to the affected students

Students in Library, Archival and Information Studies will not participate in Teaching Practice while Students in Guidance and Counselling will participate in both Teaching Practice and Counselling Practicum simultaneously.

Students in the Department of Modern European Languages expected to proceed on a 4-week abroad programme to improve on their proficiency in French Language. They are expected, prior to that, to procure international passport and yellow card.



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STUDENTS’ SUPPORT SERVICES

his is one of the most important ingredients of distance learning provision. Student Support/Client Service is the provision of service to students and clients during and after a purchase. It is a

series of activities designed to enhance the level of student/client satisfaction. The unit interacts with students and clients to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns and requests about DLC products and services. It is the heart of the Centre. The benefits of student support/client service include ability to increase revenue and income, and increase loyalty. Any student support/client service is dependent on 3 things: Customer-friendly policies set by organization’s executives; training offered to the staff and the attitude of the staff about their own organization as generalized by the way their organization treats them. All Students Support/Client Services are provided from DLC Headquarters in Morohundiya Complex, Idi-ose, Ibadan, bodija office and DLC Lagos office at Opebi, Ikeja.

Academic / tutorial support are provided by course facilitators and academic advisors. Students are encouraged to take the advantage of online support services. They are only expected to physically contact DLC officials if they have compelling reason to do so.

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Students can contact any of the following help lines for information and general support:

Student’s Support Officer 08077593555 Student’s Support 1 08077593544 Student’s Support 2 08077593550 Student’s Support 3 08077593551 Student’s Support 4 08077593552 Student’s Support 5 08077593553 Student’s Support 6 08077593554 Or through email to [email protected] For IT Support 08077593570 Or through email to [email protected]

For Portal Support 08064143267 Or through e-mail to [email protected] Students also have the opportunity to relate with their course advisors in the event of any difficulty encountered during the course. As much as possible, this should be done through available communications options. The contact for academic supports is normally communicated to students as appropriate. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

Find below some of the questions asked by student

Q. What is the website for Old/Returning students?

A. www.dlc.ui.edu.ng or http://degree.dlc.ui.edu.ng

Q. On which website can new students print notification of admission and do course registration?



A. www.dlc.ui.edu.ng or http://Portal.dlc.ui.edu.ng

Q. Can the school fees be paid in installments?

A. No, school fees must be paid in full at all levels

Q. At which designated bank can new students pay?

A. Student should visit DLC website for information

Q. At which bank can old/returning students pay their school fees?


Q. I have been admitted, what next? A. Go to www.dlc.ui.edu.ng and

• Print notification of Admission • Pay school fees in full as shown on Notification of Admission. • Print admission letter and school receipt online • Go online to register your courses • Proceed to collection of course materials.

• Start reading your course materials

Q. I want to know more about Postgraduate Studies?

A. Please visit the website for detailed information on www.pg.dlc.ui.edu.ng

Q. Can candidates with awaiting results apply for the degree

programme?

A. No. Candidates with awaiting result are not eligible to apply.

Q. What are the basic requirements for gaining admission into any

DLC degree programme?



A. The basic requirements for admission are 5 O/L Credits at a sitting or 6 O/L Credits at 2 sittings to include English Language and Mathematics where relevant.

Q. What happens if I lose my Student ID card?

A. Write a letter to the Deputy Registrar, DLC with a sworn affidavit and Police report attached. A replacement will be issued at a cost.

Q. How do I suspend my studies?


Q. How do I go about Re- activation of studies?


Q. What is the procedure for obtaining general clearance for notification

of result and certificate for Diploma and/or Degree?

A. Present the following:

• A Passport Photograph

• School I.D. Card

• Certificate Clearance

• All original school fees receipts (100-300 level for Diploma and 100 -500level for Degree)

• Bank print out confirmation order

• Bank teller (Original)

• A copy of entry form into Examination (Exams & Course Reg. form) (100-300 level for Diploma and 100 -500level for Degree)

• Original and photocopies of all relevant certificates e.g. WAEC / NECO, NCE, RN e.t.c. Statement of result for NCE, Diploma and RN will not be accepted. Where the original certificate is not



available, produce resent attestation letter for your NCE certificate.

• Confirmation result from WAEC / NECO will not be accepted for original certificates.

• Certificate fee N3000 for Degree & N2500 for Diploma Payable to DLC through Bank draft

• Administrative Charge - N500.00 (Payable at finance office DLC (Morondiya)

• Graduation fee - N2500.00 (Payable at Cash office U.I.)

• Alumni fee - N1000.00 (Payable at Mainstreet Bank, U.I. formely Afribank Nigeria plc or Keystone Bank, Bodija formerly Bank PHB)

Branch Account Name- Alumni Association U.I Account

No. 1190053818 – Keystone Bank.

• Convert the teller to receipt at Alumni office U.I

Your request for General Clearance will only be acceded to after five working days.



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Students' Responsibility

o enable student take full advantage of distance learning education, students are expected to develop appropriate DL culture (A reasonable competence in IT)

In addition, students are expected to fulfill the following requirements in order to have a rewarding learning experience:

• Computer Literacy: Each student is expected to show evidence of computer literacy at the end of the second year. In fact, computer literacy is a graduation requirement. It is extremely important for candidates to be computer literate; otherwise they will be unable to make progress. In the light of the challenges associated with technology, we have come to realize that a large number of our students are technologically deficient, with some paying money to have otherwise simple processes done for them online. Students have run into problems due to this practice. We are always ready to assist directly or through our e-mail addresses. Registration and payments are made online. Learning resources are accessible online. Testing/examination are computer-based.

• Proper/Timely Registration: Candidates must register properly at the beginning of every session. Apart from the fact that student will not be allowed to participate in any examination for which they have not registered, it is in their interest to do so as most other activities

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including access to examination result and ID card are dependent on registration.

• Studying the study pack: Obviously, the Distance Learning mode is a new experience for most students. Many students wait until the last minute before they start interacting with the learning materials. This is not advisable. Students are expected to go through their learning materials diligently, network with their academic advisors fellow students and seek assistance from their academic advisors as the need arises.

• Dedicated E-mail Addresses for DLC Students: All DLC students are automatically assigned DLC dedicated account on registration. Most communications will be done via this e-mail address. A typical DLC e-mail address is [email protected] While the default password is ‘password’ also know that the DLC dedicated e-mail address provides services like Chat, SMS and Google+. For effective communications, DLC Students are encouraged to regularly check their e-mail accounts for messages from DLC, UI.

• Allocation of Students to Academic Advisors: All fresh students from the 2010/2011 academic session are assigned to Academic Advisors (Tutorial Assistants) for online academic support. The names of students allocated to each Tutorial Assistant will be sent to each Tutorial Assistant, while the details of each Tutorial Assistant will also be sent to students in each group. From this point, interactions begin. The interaction between the Tutorial Assistants and students in each group shall be mediated via the DLC dedicated e-mails only. The social media like the google+ will also be useful. Students are therefore expected to make use of the dedicated e-mail and check from time to time for instructions from their tutorial assistants. Students are encouraged to send in their complaint to [email protected] in case of any unresolved dissatisfaction with their tutorial assistant. For any assistance on this, please contact [email protected]



• Use of Social Media Network for interaction: Students are encouraged to make use of the available social media network like facebook, google+, yahoo groups, blocs e.t.c. These media provide additional platform to interact and exchange information. As at the time of publication, 2700 DLC students are registered member on facebook. Amongst these students, information flows easily. Students share their mind, ask questions, make enquiries and suggest idea on issues bordering on their academics. DLC students are therefore invited to join via the following links for facebook and google+ respectively: http://www.facebook.com/groups/UIDLC/ https://plus.google.com/u/0/b/111062198669458916269/111062198669458916269

• Issuance of Plastic ID Card: Students can print their Identity Cards online on their portal page on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng. This can be exchanged for the plastic ID Cards at the Lagos and Ibadan offices at students’ convinience.



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GENERAL INFORMATION

Suspension of Study

uspension of study is allowed for a maximum of two sessions. Suspension may result from students' inability to attend the interactive revision sessions and/or examination, for genuine

reasons.

Suspension is subject to the payment of appropriate fee, accompanied by an application. Such a Suspension must be supported by concrete evidence, e.g. medical report from a recognized hospital in case of ill-health. Any programme of study that is not properly suspended in accordance with the University regulations shall lapse.

Procedures for suspension of study is available on www.dlc.ui.edu.ng

Please note that DEFERMENT OF ADMISSION is NOT ALLOWED . You can only suspend your study. Student in this category should accept the admissions first, pay the required fee and complete the registration process before suspending his or her study with reasons.

Reactivation of Courses Reactivation of courses is strictly for students who applied for suspension and received approval. Reactivation fee shall be paid to DLC.

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Change of Courses Change of Course from one Department/Faculty to another by DLC students is permitted subject to compliance with appropriate regulations.

Conversion of Mode of Study/Transfer Transfer of Students from regular mode to distance learning mode is permitted subject to compliance with appropriate regulations.

Transfer from other Universities to DLC is permitted subject to compliance with appropriate regulations.

Library and Health Registration Students are advised to register online for the use of the University Library and University Health Centre. Please fill and print the medical form on the portal after which you proceed to University Health Centre (Jaja) on the main campus or Medical Centre at DLC Moniya Office. Please, remember to also print the authorization letters for both Library and Medical registration and take it along to either the University Library or the University Health Centre on campus. Entrance Examination (For Candidates with O/L Qualifications ONLY) All Applicants would be required to take an Aptitude and Communicative Competence test as part of the selection process. The test would incorporate elements of computer literacy, familiarity with DLC Portal/Website, Basic Knowledge of the Open Distance Learning Mode and General Knowledge of Nigeria. In addition, candidates should note that all DLC examinations will henceforth incorporate Computer Based Testing.



Orientation and Matriculation Interactive Sessions with student at the beginning of the session provide opportunities for students Orientation & Matriculation activities, student socialization and integration with University culture and traditions. Students are also able to meet with academic counselors during the period. Information /Student Support Opportunities are also available during Interactive Sessions Candidates are expected to have registered and obtained their learning materials at the beginning of the session. Interactive sessions are designed for revision and contact between students and tutors, during this period, students are required to be in residence for six weeks for revision and examinations. However, students who have obtained sufficient support may apply to be excused from the six weeks interactive session. Computer Literacy Requirement All students of the Distance Learning Centre are required to be computer literate by the second year of their enrolment. Students who are not literate will be required to suspend their studies. In order to facilitate acquisition of computer literacy skills, DLC has entered into partnership with some organizations to facilitate training at a reduced cost.

Socials Students' Annual Get-together party is encouraged after the last paper of every session. This is to enable students socialise with their colleagues and interact with officers and staff of the Centre.

Withdrawal from Programmes A student may withdraw voluntarily for any of the following reasons: poor academic performance, failure to register for the session without prior notice, or dismissal due to established misconduct. If a student



performs below a certain grade point, such student may receive a warning or an advice to withdraw.

Learning Resources /Media The University of Ibadan Radio Station, Diamond FM101.1 runs a weekly programme for Distance Learners on Wednesday from 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. In addition, throughout the year, Diamond FM runs DLC tutorials. Students should engage this new experience. Schedule of Broadcast is on the website. Meanwhile, there are audio tutorial materials in Political Science, Psychology and Economics. Audio tutorials for other faculties will soon be ready.

OFFICIAL E-MAIL ADDRESSES AND PHONE LINES

The following are important email addresses and phone numbers for all relevant offices:

Director [email protected], 08077593527

Deputy Director (Admin) [email protected], 08077593528

Deputy Director (Acad.) [email protected], 08077593529

Deputy Registrar [email protected], 08077593530

Admissions [email protected], 08077593538

Examinations [email protected] 08077593534

Editorials [email protected] 08077593536

Communications [email protected] 08077593531

Records [email protected] 08077593563

IT [email protected] 08077593540

IT [email protected] 08077593577

Student Support [email protected] 08077593555

IT Support [email protected] 08077593570

General Complaint [email protected]

Complaint on Academic

Support [email protected]



Inner Cover Page (Veso Page) Head Office Morohundiya Complex, Idi-ose

Along the New Ibadan –Ilorin expressway, Idi – Ose

Ibadan.

OR The Lagos Office

Speedwriting House,

No 16 Ajanaku Street, Off Salvation Bus-stop,

Awuse Estate, Opebi

Ikeja, Lagos.

or any of our administrative support centre nearest to you



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