Frequently Asked Questions

Is PhD DS covered by any form of scholarship?

• Yes it will soon be covered by the DOST scholarship and more information will be provided.

What are the typical schedules for the courses?

• Schedules follow the usual graduate school course schedules in UP Diliman. Graduate courses are regularly held on weekdays (some are weekends) normally towards the early or late evenings (4pm onwards). Some elective courses will depend on the offering unit for their schedule.

How much is the cost per unit?

• The rate will soon be announced. Expect that it will have the latest prevailing rates of the most recent programs and courses offered in UP Diliman (about PhP4,500/unit). Existing courses will have the rate per the offering unit.

What is the class setup of the courses under the DS Program?

• A mix of face-to-face classes and online classes will be conducted. The program is not designed for a long-distance learning and expect to be required to be available to be physically present in face-to-face classes.