Past news
2024
UP system qa committee holds strategic planning workshop
The UP System Quality Assurance (QA) Committee held a 3-day Strategic Planning Workshop last April 25-27, 2024 at the Summit Hotel, San Juan City.
The event aims to outline the plans of the System and the Constituent Universities for the next three years (2024-2027). All projects and initiatives are aligned with the 2023-2029 Strategic Plan of President Angelo A. Jimenez's administration.
The committee identified plans and projects that will help in the enhancement and continued development of quality assurance within the University. April 29, 2024
UP System Qa holds the 3rd external qa reviewers training
The UP System Quality Assurance and the UP System Ad Hoc Committee on Capability Building (QACB) concluded the 3rd External QA Reviewers Training EQRT in Quezon City. The program aims to train identified faculty from the different Constituent Universities (CU) to become External Assessors for future External Quality Assessments (EQA) of the various degree programs within the UP system. The program includes a 2-day training program and a 3-day observation of the External Quality Assessment of four degree programs from the University of the Philippines Diliman. December 2024
UP System Qa holds the 2nd external qa reviewers training
The UP System Quality Assurance and the UP System Ad Hoc Committee on Capability Building (QACB) is currently holding the 2nd External QA Reviewers Training (EQRT in Iloilo City. The program aims to train identified faculty from the different Constituent Universities (CU) to become External Assessors for future External Quality Assessments (EQA) of the various degree programs within the UP system. The program includes a 2-day training program and a 3-day observation of the External Quality Assessment of four degree programs from the University of the Philippines Visayas. August 2024
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UP SYSTEM AD HOC COMMITTEE ON QA CAPABILITY BUILDING (QACB) AND UP Diliman Quality assurance office (UPD QAO) hold series of sar writing preparation workshops
The UP System Ad Hoc Committee on QA Capability Building (QACB) and the UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office (UPD QAO) held a series of SAR Writing Preparation Workshops for 222 UPD Faculty. Three batches of workshops were held to provide support to the various degree-granting units of UP Diliman in support of its goal to have a 100% SAR submission for all its undergraduate program by the end of 2024. July 4, 2024
Image from the 392nd AUN-QA Assessment
UP VISAYAS AND UP MINDANAO WRAP UP AUN-QA ASSESSMENT OF THEIR DEGREE PROGRAMS
From June 11-13, 2024, the University of the Philippines Visayas and the University of the Philippines Mindanao successfully concluded the 392nd ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) Assessment for their degree programs. UP Visayas had its BS Biology and BS Public Health programs evaluated, while UP Mindanao's BS Biology and BS Computer Science programs underwent the assessment. This rigorous review process is a significant step in ensuring the quality and international standards of these programs, reflecting the universities' commitment to academic excellence and continuous improvement. June 13, 2024
UPD quality assurance office holds UPD Quality Assurance week 2024
The UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office (UPD QAO) is celebrating its Quality Assurance week on April 29 - May 3, 2024.
They are conducting various activities for UPD Faculty and Staff to increase Quality Assurance awareness within the CU. The opening celebration was held last April 29, 2024 at the malcolm Hall Auditorium and a closing program will be held on May 3, 2024 at the School of Economics. May 7, 2024.
UP Tacloban holds
'UPdate Orientation to Quality Assurance in Higher Education'
In a bid to uphold academic excellence, the University of the Philippines Tacloban College (UPTC) inaugurated its 'Orientation to Quality Assurance in Higher Education' project on March 20, 2024, at the Leyte Samar Heritage Center.
The initiative, geared towards faculty, staff, and students, aims to underscore the significance of quality assurance in maintaining the institution's stellar academic reputation. Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs (Quality Assurance) Alyssa M. Peleo-Alampay joined UPTC Dean Patricia Arinto, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dr. Irene Tan, Division QA Officers, and Program Coordinators who will collaborate in drafting comprehensive QA plans vital for sustaining educational standards amidst evolving landscapes.
With this proactive approach, UPTC underscores its commitment to ensuring educational quality in line with global benchmarks, reinforcing its position as a beacon of excellence in higher education. 22 March 2024
Three UPLB degree programs undergo aun-qa assessment
UPLB's BS Nutrition, BS Forestry, and BS Biology undergraduate degree programs recently underwent the AUN-QA program assessment last March 12-14, 2024. The program assessments aimed to validate the adherence of these programs to international standards of excellence in education and curriculum development. It also underscores UPLB's commitment to ensuring top-notch quality in its diverse array of academic offerings. 01 April 2024
2023
UP Diliman Finishes 3-day AUN-QA Assessment
The University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) has completed a three-day assessment by the ASEAN University Network Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) of four of its degree programs.
The AUN-QA assessment team visited UPD from November 21-23, 2023 to evaluate the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management, Master of Science in Food Science, and Bachelor of Science in Tourism. The team conducted interviews with faculty members, students, and alumni, and also reviewed the programs' curriculum, facilities, and resources.
UPLB Successfully Conducts External Quality Assessment
The University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) recently held the External Quality Assessment (EQA) of three degree programs: Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business Management and Entrepreneurship (BS ABME), Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Applied Economics (BS AAE), and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BS CS). The EQA was conducted from November 15-17, 2023, and involved a panel of experts from different institutions who assessed the programs' strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT).
The EQA panel commended the three programs for their strong faculty, well-equipped facilities, and relevant curriculum. They also noted the programs' commitment to research and extension, as well as their strong alumni network.
UP System QA Holds Free Webinar on the PAASCU Accreditation Process
In partnership with the Philippine Accrediting Association for Schools, Colleges and Universities (PAASCU), the UP System QA held a free webinar for the UP QA community on November 7, 2023. The webinar titled "Navigating PAASCU Accreditation Standards, Procedures, and Best Practices" featured Mr. Ricardo Palo, PAASCU Executive Director, and Dr. Cecile Gutierez, PAASCU Graduate Education Commission Chair.
UP System QA Enhances Quality Assurance Expertise with External Reviewers Training
The UP System Quality Assurance Office (UP System QA) organized the UP External Reviewers Training from November 13 to 17, 2023, at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB). This training aimed to equip Quality Officers and faculty members from various UP Constituent Universities (CUs) with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively conduct external quality assurance (EQA) reviews.
UP Diliman QAO Celebrates its Third Anniversary
The UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office formally launched its third-year anniversary celebration last August 2, 2023. The UPD QAO anchored their activities under the concepts of Kasanayan, Kaisahan at Kahusayan to capture the state of quality assurance within the University. Read more about their activities here.
Officials from the University of the Philippines joined the other members of the Asian University Network - Quality Assurance's International Conference 2023 and the Assessors' General Assembly 2023 held in Bangkok, Thailand last 6-7 September 2023
UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office Holds First-ever QA Officer's General Assembly
The UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office held its first-ever QA Officer's General Assembly last June 15, 2023, at the GT-Toyota Asian Center Auditorium. The general assembly is one of the action plans of the UPD QAO under their IQAO@QAO program. Read more about this here.
UP System Joins the AUN-QA International Conference and Assessor's General Assembly
Officials from the University of the Philippines joined the other members of the Asian University Network - Quality Assurance's International Conference 2023 and the Assessors' General Assembly 2023 held in Bangkok, Thailand last 6-7 September 2023
UP Visayas organizes a Quality Assurance Forum for Higher Education Institutions
Higher education institutions (HEIs) in Panay and Guimaras gathered at the Quality Assurance Forum organized by UP Visayas as part of its 76th-year celebration. The forum provided a platform for HEIs to address unique concerns in their course offerings and emphasized the importance of a broader view of quality assurance in academia. Read more about this here. September 2023
Higher education institutions (HEIs) in Panay and Guimaras gathered at the Quality Assurance Forum organized by UP Visayas as part of its 76th-year celebration. The forum provided a platform for HEIs to address unique concerns in their course offerings and emphasized the importance of a broader view of quality assurance in academia. Read more about this here. September 2023
The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) recently conducted its second Seminar-Workshop on Academic Practice (SWAP) on 3 August 2023 at the UPOU CCDL Auditorium and via Zoom. Read more about the workshop on the UPOU website. August 2023.
UP System Quality Assurance
3F, North Wing, Quezon Hall,
University of the Philippines
Diliman, Quezon City
Phone: (02) 8981-8500 loc. 2622
Email: qa.ovpaa@up.edu.ph
up baguio's bs biology undergoes aun-qa assessment
The BS Biology program at UP Baguio recently underwent the AUN-QA Program Assessment last March 12 to 14, 2024. This rigorous evaluation aimed to ensure the program's adherence to international quality standards in education and curriculum design. This underscores the University's commitment to excellence in biological sciences education. 01 April 2024