UPD's elementary and secondary education, computer science, and library science programs complete AUN-QA assessment
  • Written by: Vixey Marie Lema and Charles Jason C. Ramos
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Four (4) undergraduate degree programs of the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) successfully completed the 461st ASEAN University Network-Quality Assurance (AUN-QA) Programme Assessment held from August 26 to 28, 2025. The programs assessed were the Bachelor of Elementary Education, Bachelor of Secondary Education, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and Bachelor of Library and Information Science. This brings the number of UPD degree programs that have been assessed by AUN-QA to a total of 10.

AVP for Academic Affairs Alyssa M. Peleo-Alampay, UPD Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Maria Vanessa P. Lusung-Oyzon, UPD QAO Director Aura C. Matias, along with the Deans, faculty, and support staff of CEd, SLIS, and CoE, posed for a photo with the AUN-QA assessors.

The AUN-QA team consisted of distinguished assessors from Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Chief and Lead Assessor Dr. Jutarat Vibulphol of Chulalongkorn University in Thailand led the review of the Bachelor of Secondary Education, assisted by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prastawa Budi of Universitas Hasanuddin in Indonesia. For the Bachelor of Elementary Education, Asst. Prof. Dr. Supitcha Cheevapruk of King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok served as Lead Assessor, with Dr. Aidil Azli bin Alias of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak as Assessor. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Quang Minh of Vietnam National University headed the evaluation of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science; he is assisted by Prof. Dr. Indrianty Sudirman, M.Si, CRMP, CRGP of Universitas Hasanuddin. Meanwhile, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Van Thuyen of Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education oversaw the assessment of the Bachelor of Library and Information Science, assisted by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sangsuree Vasupongayya of the Prince of Songkla University in Thailand.

The three-day assessment is strategically structured to encompass the engagements of the programs and its stakeholders, site visits to university- and program-level facilities, and the presentation of preliminary findings.

The opening session was attended by the AUN-QA assessors, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs-Quality Assurance, UP Diliman Chancellor Edgardo Carlo L. Vistan II, University Librarian Elvira Lapuz, UP Diliman Quality Assurance Office Director Aura C. Matias, College of Education Dean Joel Javiniar, School of Library and Information Studies Dean Rhea Rowena Apolinario, College of Engineering Dean Maria Antonia Tanchuling, self-assessment report (SAR) Teams of each program, faculty members from the colleges, and staff of the UPD Quality Assurance Office (QAO).

Photo opportunity during the opening session of the AUN-QA Programme Assessment.

In his opening message, Chancellor Vistan commended the faculty and staff of the three colleges for “embracing the AUN-QA process as an opportunity to reflect, improve, and grow.” He proudly presented the four programs as “a testament to the university’s steadfast commitment to providing a transformative and globally relevant education grounded in honor and excellence.”

Dr. Ngo Van Thuyen, Deputy Chairperson of the AUN-QA Council, expressed gratitude to the university for hosting the assessment and emphasized AUN-QA’s continuing initiatives on Internal and Institutional Quality Assurance, as well as enhancements to the framework to serve more higher education institutions.

UPD Chancellor Edgardo Carlo L. Vistan II and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Van Thuyen delivered their messages during the opening session.

Due to the inclement weather, the opening session and first-day activities were shifted to a remote setup via Zoom. This allowed the assessor team to engage virtually with the Deans, key faculty members, academic and support staff, and students. The units also showcased the digital tools they use to facilitate instruction, monitor student progress, and conduct assessment.

Activities resumed on campus the following day, beginning with interviews with alumni and employers of each degree program. After the stakeholder interviews, the UPD QAO led the AUN-QA assessment team on visits to university-level facilities such as the University Health Service and the Computer Center, followed by rolling tours of the University Registrar, student dormitories, sports facilities, and other key areas of the Diliman campus to provide a broader perspective of the academic environment. Each program likewise organized guided tours of their own laboratories, classrooms, and resource centers, highlighting how these spaces support student development.

The AUN-QA assessors visited the University Health Service and Computer Center as part of the university-level facilities tour organized by the UPD QAO.

The AUN-QA assessors inspected the facilities of the programs they were assigned to.

The review visit concluded with a presentation of preliminary findings and the closing session attended by Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Alyssa M. Peleo-Alampay, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Maria Vanessa P. Lusung-Oyzon, Vice Chancellor for Administration Assoc. Prof. Adeline A. Pacia, Deans of the College of Education, School of Library and Information Studies, and College of Engineering, along with faculty and staff.

Speaking on behalf of Chancellor Vistan, Vice Chancellor Lusung-Oyzon urged the units to view these findings as “a strong starting point for meaningful improvements at the program level.” Dr. Thuyen echoed this perspective, emphasizing that the evaluation marks “the beginning of a journey to elevate these programs to greater heights and to nurture even more talented graduates.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ngo Van Thuyen presented a token of appreciation to UPD Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Dr. Maria Vanessa P. Lusung-Oyzon during the closing session.

The successful completion of this undertaking affirms UP Diliman’s commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and regional collaboration. Insights from the site visit will guide the continuous enhancement of its programs and ensure that UPD remains responsive to stakeholder needs while strengthening its role in producing globally competitive graduates.

Photo opportunity of the Deans, faculty, and staff of the College of Education, School of Library and Information Studies, and College of Engineering with their respective AUN-QA assessors.

Another set of degree programs is slated for the AUN-QA Programme Assessment in February 2026. For guidance on the conduct of EQA activities, please contact the UPD QAO External Quality Assurance Team via email at eqa_qao.upd@up.edu.ph.

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