Academics
The Departments
The academic core of the College is defined by five departments, each maintaining a distinguished tradition of teaching and research.
As the oldest department in the College, founded in 1910, the Department of English and Comparative Literature (DECL) has shaped the trajectory of Philippine literature in English. Recognized as a Center of Excellence, the department facilitates a rigorous engagement with world literatures, creative writing, and linguistic studies. It serves as a bridge between the Filipino intellectual heritage and global discourses.
The Department of European Languages (DEL) provides the linguistic and cultural frameworks necessary for understanding the Philippines’ place in a globalized context. Offering specialization in German, Russian, Italian, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, the department views language education as a lens through which to examine identity, translation, and international relations. It remains the only institution in the country to offer a comprehensive range of degrees in these fields.
The Departamento ng Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinas (DFPP) is central to the University’s nationalist mission. It is dedicated to the development of Filipino as a language of high-level discourse and the scholarly investigation of the diverse literary traditions across the Philippine archipelago. Its work ensures that the national language remains a vital force in global academic and cultural exchanges.
The Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts (DSCTA) integrates the study of human communication with the praxis of performance. It prepares scholars and practitioners to navigate the complexities of theatre production and communicative practice, emphasizing the embodied nature of social and artistic intervention.
The Graduate Studies Office (GSO) oversees advanced research degrees across all departments. Applicants must demonstrate a clear field of interest and a capacity for independent scholarship, supported by official transcripts and academic recommendations.
Contact the College Graduate Studies Office: cal_gso.updiliman@up.edu.ph Office of the College Secretary: 8981-8500 local 2103