University of the Philippines Diliman
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Library & Information Science courses offered at UP Diliman
Bachelor's courses
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Bachelor of Library and Information Science
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Duration: 4 years
Area of specialization in:
Archives and Records Management General Librarianship Information Systems and Technology Law Librarianship Medical Librarianship
Course description:
This is a four-year degree program which is particularly offered to students who opted to pursue a career in Professionl Librarianship, Publishing, Book Trade, Research, and Information-related business. Students in this program will be able to specialize in the different areas of Library and Information Science including Information Systems and Technology, Archives and Records Management, Medical Librarianship, Law Librarianship, and General Librarianship.
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Admission requirements:
Freshman students are admitted directly to the School through the UP College Admission Test.
The following credentials are required of all applicants for submission to UP SLIS:
1. Completed application form for admission
2. Two (2) identical 2x2 photographs taken within the last six months;
3. True copy of grades (original and photocopy). If TCG is not yet available, submit an authenticated or certified true copy of class cards)
4. Certificate of Academic Standing (good standing, warning, probation, dismissed/disqualified, etc.)
5. Certificate of Good Moral Character
6. Certificate of Non-Contract
7. Certification from the Student Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT)
8. Result of Aptitude test from the Office of the Counseling and Guidance (Submit referral letter to the OCG).
9. An official receipt from the U.P. Cashier’s Office attesting to payment of a non-refundable undergraduate application fee of Php 20.00 to SLIS Trust Account No. 9782800-499-450
10. For TRANSFEREES (other school), go directly to the Office of the University Registrar, UP Diliman.
Tuition Fees:
P 20,000-25,000 per semester
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Certificate courses
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Diploma in Librarianship
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Duration: 1 year
Course description:
The Diploma in Librarianship is a one year program that provides formal training to those who desire to work in libraries. The areas of concentration of the program are law librarianship and health sciences librarianship. Specifically, the program’s aims are: to develop the requisite competence for those who will be employed in specialized libraries to enhance the capability and upgrade the skills and competence of those who are already in specialized libraries; and to provide librarians with the basic understanding of the specialized professions and use of specialized libraries.
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Master's courses
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Master of Library and Information Science
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Duration: 2 years
Area of specialization in:
Archives and Records Management General Librarianship Information Systems and Technology Law Librarianship Medical Librarianship
Course description:
The MLIS Program offers professional preparation for careers in academic, special, public and research libraries and in related occupations such as managing archival collections, teaching and consultancy. The U.P. School of Library and Information Studies offers MLIS program in Library and Information Science with areas or tracks of specialization in: 1) Information Systems and Technology; 2) Archives and Records Management; 3) Medical Librarianship; 4) Law Librarianship; and 5) General Librarianship.
Admission requirements:
1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited school, college or university in the Philippines, or proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution.
2. A general weighted average of at least 2.00, 86%, good, or better; or it's equivalent in the undergraduate course completed is required.
The following other credentials are required of all applicants to the MLIS program:
1. Completed application form for admission
2. Official transcript of records (one original and a duplicate or photocopy)
3. Four (4) identical 2 x 2 photographs taken within the last six months
4. Two (2) accomplished recommendation forms from a former professor, an employer/administrator, or an expert in library and information science
5. Results of general aptitude test and diagnostic test;
6. Copy of birth certificate (2 duplicates) (for Filipino nationals only)
7. Copy of marriage contract (2 duplicates) (for married Filipino nationals only)
8. Honorable dismissal from last school attended (If applicable)
9. An official receipt from the U.P. SLIS Office (Pay to Mrs. Josie Cervas, SLIS Administrative Officer)attesting to payment of a non-refundable graduate application fee of P100.00 for Filipino citizen; P200.00 for resident foreigner; or US $25.00 for non-resident foreigner to SLIS Trust Account No.9782800-499-450 and P100.00 guidance testing fee to OCG Trust Fund Account No.9773900-499-460.
10. Certificate of having obtained a minimum score of 600 in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for foreign applicants whose native language is not English. The applicant must requestthat a copy of his scores be sent to the Office of the College Secretary, U.P. Institute of LibraryScience.
Tuition Fees:
P 2,700-7,200 per semester
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Admission Requirements - Freshmen:
Graduates of foreign and Philippine high schools accredited by the Department of Education (DepEd) may be admitted as freshmen into the University based on the following:
1. Performance in the UP College Admission Test (UPCAT); and
2. Weighted average of final grades obtained in high school.
A total combined score of 1,200 for the verbal and mathematics subtests in the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) will also qualify an applicant for automatic admission as freshman to the University.
3. Original & photocopy of Birth Certificate (NSO)
4. 4th Year High School Card (Form 138)
5. Form 137 (if you have it already)
6. Student Directory (2 copies)
7. Form 5A with Adviser’s signature
8. Medical Certificate from UP Health Service
9. 2 passport size photos
Admission Requirements - Transferees:
1. A certified true copy of grades (TCG) and 3 photocopies, from each college attended for evaluation, regardless of his intentions to validate his advance credits (classcards are not accepted). The TCG should be signed by the Registrar or his/her authorized representative;
Do not apply for an honorable dismissal unless you have been accepted into a program.
2. An accomplished application form (UP Form 3) which may be obtained from the Admission and Registration Section, Office of the University Registrar (OUR) upon presentation of the TCG. You are allowed to apply in not more than three (3) programs.
3. Two passport-sized photographs; and
4. A non-refundable fee of Php. 100.00 for Filipinos (Php.150.00 for resident foreign applicants or US$20 for non-resident foreign applicants).
All qualified applicants whose applications have been processed by the OUR and evaluated by the concerned units must submit the following before they are finally accepted and issued the University Admission Slip:
1. An official copy of their transcript of records
2. Certificate of Honorable Dismissal
3. Medical Certificate from UP Health Service
Admission Requirements - Foreign Students:
1. Must take and pass the UP College Admission Test (UPCAT) exam. Which is usually given every lst Saturday and lst Sunday of August of each year or
2. Maybe admitted through automatic admission in any program with available slots if he/she has taken any of the following international qualifying exams such as:
• Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)- with a total minimum score of 1200 in Math and Critical Reading only.
• General Certificate of Education (GCE)- passes three (3) Ordinary Levels & two (2) Advance Levels
• International Baccalaureate Diploma
FOR AUTOMATIC ADMISSION – SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING :
1. Foreign Application Form (Form 3)- Go to OUR website- our.upd.edu.ph Then click “SERVICES” & click “DOWNLOADABLE FORMS”
2. Application fee of $20 (subject to change)
3. Official SAT Result or GCE or IB Diploma
4. Official High School transcript
5. Two passport size photos
6. If with gap: Affidavit of no Collegiate Enrollment prior to enrollment to UP Diliman
IF ADMITTED AS A NEW FRESHMAN THROUGH UPCAT OR AUTOMATIC ADMISSION, SUBMIT THE FF. REQUIREMENTS:
1. Official High school Transcript (Original Copy)
2. Student Directory (2 copies)
3. Two (2) passport size photos
4. Birth Certificate (Original & Photo copy)
5. Medical Certificate from the UP Health Service
6. Student Visa/Study Permit from the International Students Program (ISP), Vinzons Hall, UP Diliman
7. Notice of Admission (If UPCAT Qualifier)
8. TOEFL RESULT- with a score of 500 (paper based),173 (Computer based), or 61 (IBT). To be submitted only by admitted applicants whose medium of instruction in their previous school is not “ENGLISH”
B. FOR FOREIGN TRANSFER STUDENTS (Those coming from other Universities) REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION:
1. Must have a general weighted average (GWA) of at least 2.00 or higher
2. Must have earned at least 33 academic units or more.
3. Must submit ALL grades in all subjects taken from previous schools/universities
4. Must not be currently enrolled upon application to UP Diliman
5. Must meet the required GWA for the degree program he/she is applying for.
6. Must submit his /her transcript of record (s) for evaluation purposes.
7. Must fill out an application form
8. Must pay the application fee of $20 (subject to change)
9. Must submit two (2) passport size photos
10. If with gap, please submit an affidavit of no enrollment during the semester/year that you did not enroll.
NOTE: IF ADMITTED TO A COLLEGE, AN ACCEPTANCE LETTER WILL BE SENT TO THE APPLICANT SO THAT HE/SHE CAN APPLY FOR A STUDENT VISA.
IF ADMITTED AS A FOREIGN TRANSFER STUDENT, SUBMIT THE FF. ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS:
1. Official Transcript of Record (Original Copy)
2. Student Directory (2 copies)
3. Two (2) passport size photos
4. Birth Certificate (Original & Photo copy)
5. Medical Certificate from the UP Health Service
6. Student Visa
7. Study Permit from the International Students Program (ISP), Vinzons Hall, UP
8. TOEFL RESULT- with a score of 500 (paper based), 173 (Computer based) or 61 (IBT) – Only for those students whose medium of instruction in their previous school is not “ENGLISH”
A. Master’s Degree Program
Admission into a Master’s program shall require:
1. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning;
2. Intellectual capacity & aptitude for advanced studies & research;
3. Language proficiency;
4. Satisfaction of additional University requirements such as a health clearance and other special admission requirements that may be imposed by the head of the unit concerned and/or appropriate Graduate Committee/ Office, through channels.
B. Doctoral Degree Program
For admission to a doctoral program, an applicant must satisfy the following minimum requirements for admission:
1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree, in the case of a direct doctoral program, or a master’s degree or it's equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning;
2. Intellectual capacity & aptitude for advanced studies & research;
3. Language proficiency; and
4. A health certificate and other additional and special admission requirements that may be imposed by the University and the head of the College/unit or Graduate Office/Committee concerned, through channels.
In order that application for admission may be processed, the following documents should be submitted directly to the respective college offering the intended program.
1. Oficial transcript of academic record of undergraduate work (and graduate work, if any) – one original and two photocopies;
For evaluation purposes, photocopies of records may be accepted provided they are properly authenticated (in the case of foreign applicants, by the Department of Education or by duly designated authorities in the country of the applicant). Final admission will be subject to verification of documents submitted against the original copies of credentials. Certified English translations should also be submitted, where necessary.
Applications accompanied by photocopies of academic records not properly authenticated will not be processed.
2. Two written recommendations from former professors or experts in the field;
3. Duly accomplished application for admission form, including two (2) passport-size photographs;
4. Marriage contract (for married women applicants);
5. Certification of English/Filipino language proficiency;
6. A non-refundable application fee (minimum of P100.00 for Filipino citizens, P200.00 for resident aliens, and US$25.00 for non-resident aliens, depending on the college).
Credentials filed in support of the application become the property of the University of the Philippines and will not be returned to the applicant.
A. Master’s Degree Program
Admission into a Master’s program shall require:
1. A bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning;
2. Intellectual capacity & aptitude for advanced studies & research;
3. Language proficiency;
4. Satisfaction of additional University requirements such as a health clearance and other special admission requirements that may be imposed by the head of the unit concerned and/or appropriate Graduate Committee/ Office, through channels.
B. Doctoral Degree Program
For admission to a doctoral program, an applicant must satisfy the following minimum requirements for admission:
1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree, in the case of a direct doctoral program, or a master’s degree or it's equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning;
2. Intellectual capacity & aptitude for advanced studies & research;
3. Language proficiency; and
4. A health certificate and other additional and special admission requirements that may be imposed by the University and the head of the College/unit or Graduate Office/Committee concerned, through channels.
In order that application for admission may be processed, the following documents should be submitted directly to the respective college offering the intended program.
1. Oficial transcript of academic record of undergraduate work (and graduate work, if any) – one original and two photocopies;
For evaluation purposes, photocopies of records may be accepted provided they are properly authenticated (in the case of foreign applicants, by the Department of Education or by duly designated authorities in the country of the applicant). Final admission will be subject to verification of documents submitted against the original copies of credentials. Certified English translations should also be submitted, where necessary.
Applications accompanied by photocopies of academic records not properly authenticated will not be processed.
2. Two written recommendations from former professors or experts in the field;
3. Duly accomplished application for admission form, including two (2) passport-size photographs;
4. Marriage contract (for married women applicants);
5. Certification of English/Filipino language proficiency;
6. A non-refundable application fee (minimum of P100.00 for Filipino citizens, P200.00 for resident aliens, and US$25.00 for non-resident aliens, depending on the college).
Credentials filed in support of the application become the property of the University of the Philippines and will not be returned to the applicant.
This school is included under the "Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education" law that passed in 2017.
The law covers students enrolled in State and Local universities/colleges in Bachelors and Certificate programs.
Under the Law students in accredited State and Local universities/colleges will not pay any tuition fees or misc fee.
The Law covers only first time students (students who don't already have a college degree).
However, the full implementation of this law is not clear yet.
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