TMA (Tutor-Marked Assignment) FAQs (Especially For Freshers)
1. What is TMA?
TMA stands for Tutor-Marked Assignment, a compulsory continuous assessment method used at NOUN to evaluate students' understanding.
2. We have not done matriculation, I am a fresh student, if I resume, Is TMA meant for me also?
YES
3. How are TMAs scored?
Each TMA carries 30 marks, while the exam carries 70 marks. TMA scores contribute to your overall course assessment.
4. How many TMAs are there in a course?
A course typically has 3 TMAs, namely TMA1, TMA2, and TMA3, each containing 10 best thought-provoking questions worth 10 marks.
5. How do I submit my TMA?
TMAs are done and submitted online through the student eLearn Portal for convenience.
6. Does TMA have a timeline like timing clock that when you start it will take like an hour or 30 minutes to finish like jamb?
NOUN TMAs doesn't have a countdown time like jamb or regular CBT exams rather, NOUN TMAs follows the countdown timing by days contrary to CBT exams which is by hours or minutes. And each TMAs takes about 7days.
7. Can I re-attempt a TMA after submission?
No, once you've submitted your TMA, re-attempts are not allowed.
8. Are TMAs interdependent?
Yes, TMA 2 and 3 cannot be attempted before completing TMA 1.
9. How does TMA impact my final grade?
Scoring well in TMAs significantly boosts your exam grade and overall performance.
10. How does TMA confidence affect my results?
Securing an excellent score in your TMA increases your confidence in achieving a high total mark when combined with the exam.
11. What is the time limit for completing a TMA?
Students typically have 7days to complete each TMA but it will not close individually, Instead it remains open until TMA 3 is released.
12. Is the TMA conducted online?
Yes, TMAs are conducted online, providing students with the convenience of digital submissions.
13. Can TMA 2 be attempted before completing TMA 1?
No, TMAs need to be completed sequentially.
14. What happens if a student misses a TMA deadline?
Missing a TMA deadline may result in incomplete TMAs and deductions in marks.
15. How does a good TMA score impact exams?
A good TMA score positively impacts your final exam grades.
16. Whom can I contact for TMA-related issues?
Issues with TMAs should be sent through mail to tma-support@noun.edu.ng or raise a support ticket. ( Support.nou.edu.ng )
17. Can I submit a handwritten TMA?
Usually, TMAs are submitted online,
18. Can I access TMAs from any device?
Yes, as long as you have internet access, you can access the Tmas
19. Where can I find TMA deadlines?
TMA deadlines are usually provided on the Elearn platform.
20. How can I excel in TMAs and exams?
The best way to excel in TMAs and exams is to study your course materials, summaries, and past questions.
If you need support, We can provide the support to enhance your performance in TMA, so you can get good grades. WITHOUT TMA MISCONDUCT ISSUES ✅
Remember, performing well in your TMAs can set the stage for success in your overall course assessment and boost your confidence for the final exam!
✅Everything Summarized Below for better understanding. 📌📌
TMA Breakdown
What is TMA (Tutor-Marked Assignment) in NOUN?
TMA, or Tutor-Marked Assignment, is similar to the tests you used to take in primary and secondary school. In those days, you had midterm tests and end-of-term exams, and your final grade was calculated based on both.
For example, in primary and secondary school:
- Tests were usually conducted twice in a term, carrying 20 marks each (totaling 40 marks).
- The final exam carried 60 marks.
- At the end of the term, your total score was calculated out of 100 (40 from tests + 60 from the exam).
How does TMA work in NOUN?
The same principle applies in NOUN, but instead of midterm tests, you have TMAs, which are divided into three parts:
- TMA 1 = 10 marks
- TMA 2 = 10 marks
- TMA 3 = 10 marks
This makes a total of 30 marks for TMAs.
The final exam carries 70 marks, bringing the total for the semester to:
TMA 1 + TMA 2 + TMA 3 + Exam = 10 + 10 + 10 + 70 = 100
How are TMAs Released?
Unlike in school, where all tests were conducted at once, NOUN releases TMAs one after the other:
1. TMA 1 is opened first with a specific closing date.
2. TMA 2 is opened only after TMA 1 is closed.
3. TMA 3 is opened after TMA 2 is closed.
This is the ideal process, but due to unforeseen issues, NOUN sometimes does not strictly follow this order. Since no one can predict exactly when changes might occur, it is very important to complete and submit your TMAs as soon as they are available.
I hope this explanation makes TMA clearer for you!
2026/2 TMA Opening Dates
(TMA Test Opening Monday, 17th August 2026)
Students should kindly note the following Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) opening dates on the eLearn Portal:
TMA 1: Opens Monday, 17th August 2026 at 11:59 PM
TMA 2: Opens Monday, 31st August 2026 at 11:59 PM
TMA 3: Opens Monday, 14th September 2026 at 11:59 PM
Kindly ensure you complete the required discussion forum activities for your zone, as some TMAs will only become available after the corresponding discussion forum has been marked as complete.
We advise all students to participate in the discussion forums early and avoid waiting until the TMA opening dates.
Copied: MrSuccess
1. What is TMA?
TMA stands for Tutor-Marked Assignment, a compulsory continuous assessment method used at NOUN to evaluate students' understanding.
2. We have not done matriculation, I am a fresh student, if I resume, Is TMA meant for me also?
YES
3. How are TMAs scored?
Each TMA carries 30 marks, while the exam carries 70 marks. TMA scores contribute to your overall course assessment.
4. How many TMAs are there in a course?
A course typically has 3 TMAs, namely TMA1, TMA2, and TMA3, each containing 10 best thought-provoking questions worth 10 marks.
5. How do I submit my TMA?
TMAs are done and submitted online through the student eLearn Portal for convenience.
6. Does TMA have a timeline like timing clock that when you start it will take like an hour or 30 minutes to finish like jamb?
NOUN TMAs doesn't have a countdown time like jamb or regular CBT exams rather, NOUN TMAs follows the countdown timing by days contrary to CBT exams which is by hours or minutes. And each TMAs takes about 7days.
7. Can I re-attempt a TMA after submission?
No, once you've submitted your TMA, re-attempts are not allowed.
8. Are TMAs interdependent?
Yes, TMA 2 and 3 cannot be attempted before completing TMA 1.
9. How does TMA impact my final grade?
Scoring well in TMAs significantly boosts your exam grade and overall performance.
10. How does TMA confidence affect my results?
Securing an excellent score in your TMA increases your confidence in achieving a high total mark when combined with the exam.
11. What is the time limit for completing a TMA?
Students typically have 7days to complete each TMA but it will not close individually, Instead it remains open until TMA 3 is released.
12. Is the TMA conducted online?
Yes, TMAs are conducted online, providing students with the convenience of digital submissions.
13. Can TMA 2 be attempted before completing TMA 1?
No, TMAs need to be completed sequentially.
14. What happens if a student misses a TMA deadline?
Missing a TMA deadline may result in incomplete TMAs and deductions in marks.
15. How does a good TMA score impact exams?
A good TMA score positively impacts your final exam grades.
16. Whom can I contact for TMA-related issues?
Issues with TMAs should be sent through mail to tma-support@noun.edu.ng or raise a support ticket. ( Support.nou.edu.ng )
17. Can I submit a handwritten TMA?
Usually, TMAs are submitted online,
18. Can I access TMAs from any device?
Yes, as long as you have internet access, you can access the Tmas
19. Where can I find TMA deadlines?
TMA deadlines are usually provided on the Elearn platform.
20. How can I excel in TMAs and exams?
The best way to excel in TMAs and exams is to study your course materials, summaries, and past questions.
If you need support, We can provide the support to enhance your performance in TMA, so you can get good grades. WITHOUT TMA MISCONDUCT ISSUES ✅
Remember, performing well in your TMAs can set the stage for success in your overall course assessment and boost your confidence for the final exam!
✅Everything Summarized Below for better understanding. 📌📌
TMA Breakdown
What is TMA (Tutor-Marked Assignment) in NOUN?
TMA, or Tutor-Marked Assignment, is similar to the tests you used to take in primary and secondary school. In those days, you had midterm tests and end-of-term exams, and your final grade was calculated based on both.
For example, in primary and secondary school:
- Tests were usually conducted twice in a term, carrying 20 marks each (totaling 40 marks).
- The final exam carried 60 marks.
- At the end of the term, your total score was calculated out of 100 (40 from tests + 60 from the exam).
How does TMA work in NOUN?
The same principle applies in NOUN, but instead of midterm tests, you have TMAs, which are divided into three parts:
- TMA 1 = 10 marks
- TMA 2 = 10 marks
- TMA 3 = 10 marks
This makes a total of 30 marks for TMAs.
The final exam carries 70 marks, bringing the total for the semester to:
TMA 1 + TMA 2 + TMA 3 + Exam = 10 + 10 + 10 + 70 = 100
How are TMAs Released?
Unlike in school, where all tests were conducted at once, NOUN releases TMAs one after the other:
1. TMA 1 is opened first with a specific closing date.
2. TMA 2 is opened only after TMA 1 is closed.
3. TMA 3 is opened after TMA 2 is closed.
This is the ideal process, but due to unforeseen issues, NOUN sometimes does not strictly follow this order. Since no one can predict exactly when changes might occur, it is very important to complete and submit your TMAs as soon as they are available.
I hope this explanation makes TMA clearer for you!
2026/2 TMA Opening Dates
(TMA Test Opening Monday, 17th August 2026)
Students should kindly note the following Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) opening dates on the eLearn Portal:
TMA 1: Opens Monday, 17th August 2026 at 11:59 PM
TMA 2: Opens Monday, 31st August 2026 at 11:59 PM
TMA 3: Opens Monday, 14th September 2026 at 11:59 PM
Kindly ensure you complete the required discussion forum activities for your zone, as some TMAs will only become available after the corresponding discussion forum has been marked as complete.
We advise all students to participate in the discussion forums early and avoid waiting until the TMA opening dates.
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