Prior to uploading to the UPOU Repository, the final thesis manuscript is subjected to Turnitin/plagiarism checking. Below are the guidelines:
1. Send the Abstract and Chapters of your manuscript in Word file for Turnitin checking to the UPOU Library (library@upou.edu.ph). Copy mdcprogramsupport@upou.edu.ph in your email. If the file is too large, compress it. Here are the requirements of Turnitin: https://help.turnitin.com/feedback-studio/turnitin-website/student/submitting-a-paper/file-requirements.htm
2. If the Library sends a message of "Congratulations" it means the similarity index of your paper is 20% and below. If the result is higher than 20%, you will have to revise your paper and have it run by the Library again.
3. The Library will be coordinating with the Program Support regarding the proper format of your manuscript. If your paper doesn't follow the recommended style guide, it will not be uploaded to the repository.