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College of Arts and Letters

University of the philippines diliman, kolehiyo ng arte at literatura.

Undergraduate Programs

Students may choose from among ten major fields under the Bachelor of Arts program: Araling Pilipino, Art Studies, Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, English Studies, European Languages, Filipino, Malikhaing Pagsulat sa Filipino, Speech Communication, and Theatre Arts. Some programs provide further concentrations or specializations.

Two of the CAL's departments have been recognized as National Centers of Excellence by the Philippine Commission on Higher Education (CHED). These are the Department of English and Comparative Literature for its English language program and literature program and the Department of Filipino and Philippine Literature for its program in Filipino and its program in literature. The Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts has been recognized as an Outstanding Institution for Humanities by the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP).

Department of Art Studies

Ba art studies (art history).

This track offers a broad perspective of art history across cultures using a multi-disciplinary approach. It also aims to enable critique of the practice of art history itself, from the canonical to the critical.

BA Art Studies (Interdisciplinary)

This track grounds the students in art studies while giving them the opportunity to choose courses from related disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, allowing for a broader perspective of art studies and its applications in other fields.

BA Art Studies (Philippine Art)

This track focuses on the study of Philippine art and the discourses that shape its numerous forms, practice, and reception within changing contexts. Students in this track acquire a strong foundation in Philippine art.

Department of English and Comparative Literature

Ba comparative literature.

Comparative Literature stresses the use of Philippine and Southeast Asian Cultures as matrix for comparative studies in literary theory, gender studies, etc. It encourages the study of works in the original language and simultaneously promotes translation as an access to other cultures. Its cross-cultural, intertextual approach to the various national/regional literatures enriches the student’s encounter with varied cultural texts.

Areas of Concentration: Asian Literature

European literatures, philippine literatures in english and in english translation, ba creative writing.

Creative Writing offers training in various approaches and techniques in the writing of fiction, poetry, essay, and drama. These courses are taught by multi-awarded and published writers expert at honing the skills of young writers.

BA English Studies: Language

English Studies: Language trains the students in the theoretical and  practical aspects of language use. It includes courses on language study, approaches to a College English Program, and integrative studies in language and literature.

BA English Studies: Literature

English Studies: Literature (undergraduate) & English Studies: Anglo-American Literature (graduate) focuses on studies in British and American literatures within the contexts of historical, cultural, and literary developments in Britain and in the United States. Likewise offered are studies in the writings of women and of cultural/ethnic minority groups (e.g., Asian-American).

Department of European Languages

BA European Languages

Major in French/Italian/

German/Spanish;

Minor in German/Russian/Italian/

French/Portuguese/Spanish

Minor in a non-EL discipline

The BA (European Languages) (BA EL) program was instituted in 1976.  In 2002, it underwent a major revision that involved the institution of new courses, changes in course descriptions, and deletion of courses. Under the revised program, students must choose either Plan 1 or Plan 2.  All students major in one of the following European languages:  French, Italian, German, or Spanish (FIGS).  Students in Plan 1 study another European language:  German, Russian, Italian, French, Portuguese, or Spanish (GRIFPS).  Students in Plan 2 study another non-EL discipline:  English, Comparative Literature, Creative Writing, Filipino, Panitikan ng Pilipinas, Speech Communication, Theater Arts, Art Studies, Social Sciences, Philosophy, Theory in Fine Arts, Reading, Teaching in the Early Grades, Language Teaching, Communication Research, and Tourism.

In 2012, the program was again revised to incorporate the hybrid GE program of the University of the Philippines, Diliman.  In the past several years, much has occurred in the field of language learning that compelled us to update our curriculum in order to remain relevant and effective.  An ad hoc Curriculum Revision Committee was formed in 2013 followed by four curriculum revision workshops from 2014 to 2017 aimed at evaluating our program and discussing changes to the curriculum through Academic Program Improvement (API) grants.  In these workshops, we considered not only the current teaching trends in foreign language pedagogy but also feedback on the program collated from various stakeholders.  While the department continued working on its program revisions, a fast track version of the program, which adopted the 2017 UP General Education program, was approved in 2018.

The present curriculum, approved during the 155th UPD University Council on 02 September 2019, was created to integrate the BA (European Languages) program into the academic framework of the University by instituting and revising several courses.  The BAEL program objectives are the following:

distinguish different critical lenses through which they understand themselves, other cultures and the world;

design and implement undergraduate research work and understand their role as contributors to the production of knowledge;

apply their knowledge and skills in foreign language education, literary and cultural studies, and translation studies, which they will need as professionals in their chosen field; and

demonstrate B2 language proficiency in order to linguistically and pragmatically communicate with various nationals.  At this level, students can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization, express him/herself fluently, use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes, and produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects.

There were five major factors that influenced our approach to the curricular revisions of 2019:

The adoption of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) as an international standard for validating an individual’s language ability;

The realization of the ASEAN economic integration, which enabled increased mobility of faculty and students within the region and more rigorous benchmarking of courses and programs;

Recent developments in foreign language pedagogy with a three-pronged source: other academic institutions (local and international), reflexive pedagogy at the department level, and student feedback;

Increased fluidity in online and offline spaces, which has fostered global interaction and the generation of more professional opportunities for language experts, facilitated extensive language contact, and transformed the consumption of information.

The revision of the UP General Education program as a result of the nationwide implementation of the K-12 Basic Education Program.

Departamento ng Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinas

BA Malikhaing Pagsulat sa Filipino

Ang B.A. Malikhaing Pagsulat ay pang-apat na taong programang magsisilbing daluyan ng pormal na kasanayang akademiko para sa mga manunulat sa wikang pambansa. Layon ng programang ito na mabigyan ang mga estudyante ng masinsinang kasanayan sa mga batayang prinsipyo at pamamaraan sa malikhaing pagsulat sa iba’t ibang anyo, kaalaman sa mga tradisyong pampanitikan ng Pilipinas, at maipaunawa ang mga katangian ng Filipino bilang kasangkapan para sa malikhaing pamamahayag.

BA Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinas

Ang B.A. Filipino at Panitikan ng Pilipinasay isang pang-apat na taong programang may layuning mabigyan ang mga estudyante ng kaalaman sa kasaysayan ng pag-ulad ng pambansang wikang Filipino at panitikan ng Pilipinas sa konteksto ng kalagayan at lipunang Pilipino, pag-unawa sa kalikasan at gamit ng wika sa lipunang Pilipino at sa mga teorya at kritikal na lapit sa pag-aaral ng panitikan, at kasanayan sa kritikal na pagsusuri ng wika at panitikan ng Pilipinas.

BA Philippine Studies

(Araling Pilipino)

Natatangi ang B.A. Philippine Studies (Araling Pilipino) sa pagsasanay ng estudyante sa interdisiplinari na pag-aaral ng kultura at lipunang Pilipino. Isa itong pang-apat na taong programa na nakaangkla sa mga susing kursong interdisiplinari at mga sandigang kurso sa wika, panitikan, at kasaysayan sapagkat itinuturing ang mga ito na tagapagdala ng kultura sa kabuuan.

Sa tulong ng isang tagapayo, makakapagdisenyo ang estudyante ng sariling programang naaayon sa kaniyang interes. Bukod sa mga susing kurso, pipili ang estudyante ng alinmang dalawang disiplina mula sa Arte at Literatura, Agham Panlipunan, Community Development, Economics, Fine Arts, Islamic Studies, Mass Communication, Music at iba pa para bumuo ng 39 yunit ng mga kursong pang-major.  

Department of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts

BA (Speech Communication)

The BA (Speech Communication) program aims to develop knowledge and competence in understanding the study of human interaction and its use of verbal and nonverbal symbols that impact different communicative phenomena. To date, we offer two tracks: Rhetoric & Performance and Interpersonal & Instructional Communication. 

Graduates of this program are expected to demonstrate a high level of scholarship, critical thinking, creative expression, social responsiveness, and ethics in various professional settings including  education and training, public relations, government institutions, non-government organizations, and other communication-related industries.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts (Speech Communication) program must complete a total of 132 units. The program has two areas of concentration: (1) rhetoric and performance; and (2) interpersonal and instructional communication.

BA (Theatre Arts)

The curriculum of the Theatre Arts undergraduate program leans towards intellectual praxes through practice-based-research and performance-led-research activities and critical interrogations of theatre and performance as socio-cultural idioms for the understanding of the self, society and culture. To date, we offer five areas of specializations: theatre and performance studies, performance, dramaturgy and directing, theatre management, technical theatre and design.

Regardless of areas of concentration, all students must take 33 units of GE courses, 54 units of Core/Foundational Courses, 6 units of Foreign Language electives, 6 units of Theatre Electives, 12 units of Non-Theatre Electives, 3 units of Legislated Course.

• Bachelor of Arts in Literature 
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Bachelor of Arts in Literature Degree Codes: Program- AB Plan- AB-LIT

Bachelor of arts in literature program department of literature de la salle university.

Graduates of this program should be able to:

• Analyze and interpret a variety of texts across disciplines to offer insights and perspectives on the human condition.
• Produce critical and creative projects that communicate insights and perspectives on real world problems.
• Generate platforms for engagement and dissemination of knowledge in aid of creative and practical solutions.

A literature degree prepares students for any career requiring a strong liberal arts background, creative and critical thinking, and communicative competence in writing.  Graduates will pursue careers in publishing, mass media, advertising, public relations, foreign service, domestic tourism, teaching, Law, NGO work, research, professional work in the arts, or any other fields requiring skills that deal imaginatively and critically with language and cultures.  

A literature degree prepares students for any career requiring a strong liberal arts background, creative and critical thinking, and communicative competence in writing.  Graduates will pursue careers in publishing, mass media, advertising, public relations, foreign service, domestic tourism, teaching, NGO work, research, professional work in the arts, or any other fields requiring skills that deal imaginatively and critically with language and cultures.  Others will go on to pursue graduate studies leading to either a master’s degree or a doctorate.  A literature degree is also an adequate background for the study and practice of law since logical thinking, creative imagination, interpretative skills, and facility in exact communication are important tools in this profession.

Since its inception, the Literature Program has produced graduates who have made and are still making significant contributions to Philippine arts and letters.

PROGRAM TRACKS

Students can choose between three tracks:

• AB Literature, Major in Literary and Cultural Studies
• AB Literature, Major in Literature Across the Professions
• AB Literature, Major in Creative Writing

Students who choose Literary and Cultural Studies Track are trained to:

• Examine various literary and cultural texts across historical periods and geographic and linguistic boundaries to embrace and affirm diversity;
• Produce critical texts that contribute to literary and cultural knowledge towards the formation of national identity in transnational context.

Students who opt the Literature Across the Professions Track will be able to:

• Demonstrate critical and communication skills and competencies to foster innovation and cultivate intellectual life across different industries;
• Apply critical and creative analysis in multidisciplinary and multiplatform environments to propose creative and practical solutions to real world problems.

Students who select the Creative Writing Track will develop skills in:

• Examining various texts across genres and traditions to formulate their individual poetics that engages with and innovates existing cultural practices;
• Writing and disseminating creative texts that contribute to the formation of national literary identity and artistic heritage.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

The AB Literature  Program has a total of 81 units that may be broken down as follows:

CORE COURSES

Concentration courses, major electives.

Depending on their chosen track, the student elect four courses in any of topics on  genre, creative writing, period, continental and comparative literature, Philippine literature, critical theory, and literature across various disciplines. Examples of previously offered Literature Major Elective courses are:

Philippine Cultural History  (3 units)

Survey of Philippine Arts  (3 units)

Critical Debates in Cultural Studies  (3 units)

Literature and Diaspora  (3 units)

Critical Writing  (3 units)

Affect Theory (3 units)

Race, Region and Ethnicity in Philippine Cultures  (3 units)

Mythology and Folklore   (3 units)

Philippine American Literature  (3 units)

Philippine Literature in English  (3 units)

Philippine Epics  (3 units)

Philippine Theater  (3 units)

Philippine Novel  (3 units)

Philippine Fiction  (3 units)

Philippine Poetry  (3 units)

Comparative Literature  (3 units)

Woman in Literature  (3 units)

Man in Literature  (3 units)

Gay and Lesbian Literature  (3 units)

Shakespeare  (3 units)

Children’s Literature (3 units)

Fantasy in Fiction (3 units)

Science Fiction  (3 units)

Detective Fiction  (3 units)

Horror Fiction  (3 units)

Popular Literature (3 units)

Future Fiction Writing  (3 units)

Speculative Fiction (3 units)

Detective Fiction Writing  (3 units)

Writing Fiction for Children  (3 units)

Writing Travel Narratives  (3 units)

Writing Metafiction  (3 units)

Writing the Marvelous Real  (3 units)

Writing and Speaking the Word  (3 units)

Gender and Writing  (3 units)

Dreams and Writing  (3 untis)

Virtual Space and Writing  (3 units)

Writing and the Scientific Mind  (3 units)

The Healing Arts and Writing  (3 units)

Writing and the Spirit  (3 units)

Writing and the Body  (3 units)

Writing the Sports (3 units)

Writing and the Para-Normal  (3 units)

Writing and the Law  (3 units)

Music and Writing  (3 units)

Writing and Peace  (3 units)

Writing and Witnessing  (3 units)

Writing the Visual-Verbal Image  (3 units)

Writing and the Poetics of Space  (3 units)

Writing and Ecology  (3 units)

Para-Literary Careers  (3 units)

Philippine Pop Culture  (3 units)

Literature, Religion and Culture  (3 units)

Literature and Nationalism in Southeast Asia  (3 units)

Literature and Technoculture  (3 units)

Literature and Film  (3 units)

Seminars in Cultural Studies  (3 units)

Language and Power   (3 units)

Space and Power in the Philippines  (3 units)

Philippine Culture and Society  (3 units)

Politics and Arts in the Philippines  (3 units)

Theatre for Transformation  (3 units)

Representations of the Environment  (3 units)

Philippine Oral Narratives/Orality and Literacy in the Philippines  (3 units)

Nation and Narration  (3 units)

Ethnographic Literature  (3 units)

Pinoy Food Culture  (3 units)

Beauty and Power  (3 units)

Colonialism and Post-coloniality in Literatures  (3 units)

Marxism and Literature  (3 units)

Philippine Musical Culture  (3 units)

Unthinking Eurocentrism  (3 units)

Globalization and Its Impact on Culture  (3 units)

Cosmopolitanism (3 units)

LANGUAGE COURSES

Culminating courses.

Thesis for Literature Majors:

• Thesis 1 (3.0): Students are required to write and defend their proposals for literary and cultural scholarship, project/action research, creative writing project.
• Thesis 2 (6.0): Students are required to write and defend their full thesis, journal article, project/action research, collection of creative works with critical introduction, etc.

Practicum for Literature Majors:

AB Literature students are required to undergo 200 hours of internship either:

• On-campus: Bienvenido N. Santos Creative Writing Center, De La Salle University Publishing House, The Museum, Culture and Arts Office, and as teaching or research assistant of faculty members of Department of Literature; or
• Off-campus: Cultural institutions, Publishing Houses, National Dailies, Advertising Agencies, Non-profit Groups, etc. (i.e. Philippine Daily Inquirer, Rappler, Globe, Anvil Publishing House, Inc., Ballet Philippines, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Instituto Cervantes, etc . )

GLOBAL ENRICHMENT

During the gap term, students are encouraged to go on various short-term programs for international exposure and experience:

• Two-week International Camp/ Literary and Cultural Immersion with partner universities abroad for the AB Literature, Major in Literary and Cultural Studies students.
• Two-week International Camp/Advocacy Campaigns and Cultural Immersion with a partner university or non-profit organization abroad for the AB Literature, Major in Literature Across the Professions students
• Two-week International Camp: Creative Writing Workshop with a partner university abroad for the AB Literature, Major in Creative Writing students.

TOTAL: 81 UNITS

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What does University of the Philippines Diliman (UP Diliman, UP) stand for?

The University of the Philippines (UP) is a state university system, founded in 1908. It was established to provide advanced education in Science and Arts, Philosophy, Literature, and Technical training for Filipino students under the Act No. 1870 of the first Philippine Legislature. It has eight constituent universities (Diliman, Los Baños, Manila, Visayas, Open University, Mindanao, Baguio, and Cebu). Aside from the universities, UP has also expanded and added new programs to cater the basic education with UP Integrated School.

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Bachelor of arts in literary and cultural studies with creative writing.

The Bachelor of Arts in Literary and Cultural Studies with Creative Writing program helps learners to creatively interpret, represent, and express their ideas and society’s realities through various mediums such as poems, short stories, and novels. Guided by Western and Oriental theoretical and cultural foundations, students are trained to communicate their messages to the community with respect to their culture, beliefs, values and perspectives

The Program in Literary and Cultural Studies builds competencies for these jobs:

• Creative Writers
• Literary Journalists and Publishers
• Content Writers
• Content Editors
• Literature Teachers
• Library/Digital Humanities Officers
• Literary/Film Critics
• Literary Translators
• Stage/Film Directors
• Literary/Cultural Events Organizer/Planners
• Museum Administrator/Art Curators
• Non-Government Organization Officers

CORE COURSES

• Introduction to Literature and Literary Studies
• Introduction to Literary Theory
• Introduction to Literature and the Professions
• Literary Research
• Introduction to Cultural Theory/Cultural Studies
• Introduction to Creative Writing
• Introduction to Translation
• Introduction to Postcolonial Tradition

MAJOR COURSES

• Philippine Literature: The Nation and the Region
• Literatures of Asia 1
• Literatures of Asia 2
• Literatures of Europe 1
• Literatures of Europe 2
• Literatures of the Americas
• Literature and Creative Writing 1 (Poetry & Creative Non-Fiction)
• Literature and Creative Writing 2 (Fiction & Drama)
• Literature and Creative Writing 3 (Literary Portfolio Critiquing & Workshop)
• Literary Translation
• Literature and the Environment
• Mythology and Folklore
• Thesis 1 (Thesis Proposal Writing)
• Thesis 2 (Thesis Writing and Oral Defense)

ELECTIVE COURSES

• Foreign Language 1
• Foreign Language 2
• Major Elective 1
• Major Elective 2
• Major Elective 3
• Major Elective 4

PRACTICUM COURSES

• Practicum 1
• Practicum 2

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Bachelor of Arts in Literature (4 years)

Offered by the Faculty of Arts and Letters – Department of Literature

Description.

The Bachelor of Arts in Literature program acquaints students with various literary exemplars created in the specific historical junctures, in particular spatial locations using multicultural and interdisciplinary lenses; the creative process of imaginative and intellectual labor, the literary trends and social and cultural movements which impress upon the writer’s consciousness and work; the critical approaches and theoretical apparatuses, which interrogate the nature and influences of literature, as well as the functions and locations of different agencies of production, dissemination, and consumption of miscellaneous texts in the wide web of Literary and Cultural Studies. 

Becoming Part of the Program

The University of Santo Tomas, in pursuit of truth, guided by reason and illumined by faith, dedicates herself to the generation, advancement, and transmission of knowledge to form competent and compassionate professionals committed to the service of the Church, the nation, and the global community.

I am a Thomasian. I carry the SEAL of Thomasian education. I am a S ervant leader, an E ffective communicator and collaborator, an A nalytical and creative thinker, and a L ifelong learner. With Christ at the center of my formation as a Thomasian, I am expected to demonstrate the following Thomasian Graduate Attributes ( ThoGAs ): 

SERVANT LEADER 

• Show leadership abilities to promote advocacies for life, freedom, justice, and solidarity in the service of the family, the local and global communities, the Church, and the environment. 
• Implement relevant projects and activities that speak of Christian compassion to the poor and the marginalized in order to raise their quality of life. 
• Show respect for the human person, regardless of race, religion, age, and gender. 

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR AND COLLABORATOR 

• Express oneself clearly, correctly, and confidently in various environments, contexts, and technologies of human interaction.
• Work productively with individuals or groups from diverse cultures and demographics. 
• Show profound respect for individual differences and/or uniqueness as members of God’s creation. 

ANALYTICAL AND CREATIVE THINKER 

• Show judiciousness and resourcefulness in making personal and professional decisions. 
• Engage in research undertakings that respond to societal issues. 
• Express personal and professional insights through an ethical and evidence-based approach. 

LIFELONG LEARNER 

• Engage in reflective practice to ensure disciplinal excellence and professional development. 
• Exhibit preparedness and interest for continuous upgrading of competencies required by the profession or area of specialization. 
• Manifest fidelity to the teachings of Christ, mediated by the Catholic Church, in the continuous deepening of faith and spirituality in dealing with new life situations and challenges. 
• Upon successful completion of the UST B.A. in Literature program, the students will be able to:
• Assert the role of humanistic education in the formation of the human being and society 
• Work independently and efficiently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
• Preserve and promote “Filipino Historical and Cultural Heritage”
• Effectively communicate orally or in writing using both English and Filipino
• Produce a non-literary text that may be useful across the professions
• Discuss and/or create artistic forms and types
• Apply analytical and interpretive skills in the study of texts
• Identify multi-perspectives and interrelations among texts and contexts using appropriate theories and methodologies critically and creatively
• Demonstrate research skills specific to the sub-disciplines in the humanities
• Categorize literary and cultural texts according to geographical areas, cultural/intercultural milieus, types, conventions, movements, and historical periods

Application Period: July to December of each year

Application Website

Release of Results: January 28 of the following year

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Student Experience and Support

The University of Santo Tomas provides student services that cater to academic, spiritual, and wellness concerns of students. These support units are found in the different parts of the campus and can be accessed by Thomasians. When the University shifted to distance learning, the services also transitioned to online services to continue addressing the needs of Thomasians.

Program Curriculum (New)​

Effectivity: A.Y. 2021-2022

This curriculum may have some changes upon the availability of new guidelines.

Effectivity: A.Y. 2019-2020

Effectivity: A.Y. 2018-2019

Program Curriculum (Old)​

Effectivity: 2011-2012 until Freshmen Cohort of A.Y. 2017-2018

Program Policies

Policies of the Faculty of Arts and Letters

Please be guided with regard to the policies of the Faculty of Arts and Letters for its students ( Academic Policies.pdf ).

Code of Conduct (PPS 1027)

The University of Santo Tomas is the second home of the Thomasian students. Its task is mainly to inform and improve the students’ character, attitude and moral values, as well as to develop their intellectual, physical and psychological fitness. A proper norm of conduct is designed to inculcate these ideals.

Thomasian students are hereby expected, in the exercise of their rights and performance of their obligations, whether inside or outside the campus, to respect and act in accordance with the principles, traditions and ideals that are authentically Filipino and Catholic. They must abide by the rules of conduct and discipline formulated by the University. By faithfully observing such rules, they will internalize and cherish the core values of competence, compassion, and commitment.

This Code of Conduct applies to all students who have officially enrolled and to the students who have not been issued transfer of credentials by UST, nor separated from academic relations within the University.

Thomasian students must always observe the positive values upheld by the University intended to improve their character and attitude, as well as inculcate good behavior and moral self-discipline.

The students must always comply with the following rules at all times, even when they are outside the campus, especially when they are wearing the prescribed uniform of their Faculty/College/Institute/School.

Students must behave honestly and with integrity in accordance with UST’s Catholic and Dominican teachings which put high premium on the practice of honesty, truth-telling, truth-seeking and truth-doing. They should not engage in any form of dishonesty, directly or indirectly, nor facilitate or aid in the commission of thereof. They should report to the authorities any suspected dishonest activity by any party.

Students must, at all times, be courteous and respectful to others. Courtesy is an act of respect towards another in recognition of the fundamental human dignity. It creates a climate of goodwill and fellowship.

Students must honor their family and the University by being diligent in their studies. They should have a natural thirst for knowledge and view their attendance in the University as an opportunity to learn and grow holistically. They must be punctual; must be present in their classes and participate in school-initiated activities; and must be prepared for their lessons, out-of-class tasks, and assessments.

Decency and Modesty

Students must give, at all times, act with proper decorum and etiquette. They shall not engage in indecent or lewd conduct which contrary to the mores of Catholic behavior and morality.

Students shall not use foul, vulgar, or rough language in conversations and communications.

The University upholds the sanctity of human life, as well as the sanctity of the conjugal act within marriage. In case a student gets pregnant out of wedlock, she must inform and seek the help of the SWDC, Guidance Counselor, and Father Regent for emotional support, counseling, and spiritual direction. To give the student adequate time and space to prepare for her the challenges and responsibility of parenthood and to take care of herself and the child, she will take a leave of absence from school two months before and two months after the delivery of the child.

In case the father of the child is a Thomasian student, he and his parents will be advised to participate in the guidance, counseling, and spiritual direction of both students and their child.

Good grooming includes the wearing of the prescribed uniform, the authorized shoes, the ID, the male haircut, and other considerations that are similar to these.

THE PRESCRIBED UNIFORMS

There are three classifications of prescribed uniforms. As a general rule, if students are in doubt, they are advised to wear their Type A uniform.

TYPE A  – for regular schooldays and formal University Events (e.g., accreditation, St. Thomas More Lecture, Major Exams)

• Official white blouse with lambda; Official A-line navy blue skirt; Black closed shoes
• Official polo barong; Black slacks (not jeans, not skinny); Plain white undershirt (no big colored prints); black closed shoes (leather is preferred; no rubber shoes)

TYPE B  – worn during:

• First Term: as announced (only for 2nd year and higher levels)
• Second to Third Terms: from the day after Ash Wednesday until the end of the term (for all levels)
• Official Type B shirt of the Faculty of Arts and Letters; Prescribed Jeans; Closed Shoes

TYPE C –  Tiger Day Attire – worn on days specified by the Office of the Secretary-General

• Black / Yellow / White / Combination of Black, Yellow, White / Tigerprint Shirt or Blouse; Prescribed Jeans; Closed Shoes
• If the Tiger Day is specifically announced as Yellow Day, students are to wear a yellow shirt.

CIVILIAN ATTIRE

Given the implementation of online learning, students are reminded to wear modest clothes during Online Sessions.

The following are generally not allowed:

• micro-mini skirts (three inches or more from the kneecaps); short shorts; cycling pants; tube; sleeveless; plunging neckline / see-though blouses; halter tops; backless tops; tank tops; leggings; sandos; sleeveless jerseys; slippers

Hair Style / Hair Color

Students’ hair style should be clean, combed, and neatly trimmed or fixed. Unconventional hair colors are not permitted. Male students are not allowed to sport long hair. Hair should not touch the collar or neckline of the uniform. The use of hairpins, pony tails, headbands, and the like by male students is likewise not allowed.

In compliance with Memorandum S006-00-ME21 (AY 2019-2020) released by the Office of the Secretary-General, manifesting the clarification on the item stipulated in the Student Handbook 2018, Item 4 (which discusses about hair style/ color under the heading Good Grooming of the PPS 1027 Code of Conduct), specifically on the term unconventional hair colors, all are enjoined, as necessary to limit their hair color to the following color spectrum: from Level 1 (Darkest Black) to Level 5 (Dark Brown).

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In particular cases when there is a need for a different hair color, for purposes of employment, theatrical plays, and other school-related requirements, a permit must be secured from the Office of the Student Welfare and Development Council.

Upon submission of the necessary requirements, the student will be issued a temporary pass which contains, among others, the period that he/she is allowed to have the hair color that is not within the above-mentioned spectrum.

TATTOO / BODY PIERCINGS / EARRINGS

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Students must wear the official University identification card at all times within the University premises. Loss of the identification card must be reported immediately to the local Student Welfare and Development Coordinator (SWDC).

The students shall join or form only student organizations whose objectives uphold the vision and mission of the University. Students shall join only organizations duly recognized by the University.The students shall join or form only student organizations whose objectives uphold the vision and mission of the University. Students shall join only organizations duly recognized by the University.

University-wide Fraternities/Sororities are prohibited from recruiting high school students and first-year students in the undergraduate programs. Fraternities and sororities of the Faculty of Civil Law and the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery are prohibited from recruiting members from students in the undergraduate program(s).

Duly recognized organizations may recruit members only during the period as prescribed by the OSA for the university wide or the Dean’s office of the College/Faculty/Institute for college-based organization.  Duly recognized organizations may recruit members only during the period as prescribed by the OSA for the university wide or the Dean’s office of the College/Faculty/Institute for college-based organization.

Parents/guardians shall be informed by the organization through its adviser about participation of his/her child/ward in fraternities/sororities.

Every student organization must submit the required application paper for recognition (Refer to the Student Organization Handbook) and financial statements prepared by the organization’s treasure and auditor certified by the faculty adviser of the organization, endorsed by the Dean/Director, and Regent.

Only duly recognized student organizations may organize and/or engage in any approved group activity. The organization should follow the University’s policies on Approval of Student Activities.

Students shall not use the name “University of Santo Tomas,” its seal and official logo, in any activity (i.e. fair, seminar, field trip, tour, contract, announcement, etc.) or on any manufactured item, unless duly authorized by the Office of the Secretary-General. Students shall not use the name “University of Santo Tomas,” its seal and official logo, in any activity (i.e. fair, seminar, field trip, tour, contract, announcement, etc.) or on any manufactured item, unless duly authorized by the Office of the Secretary-General.

Organizations are prohibited from engaging in hazing (any physical or psychological suffering, harm or injury) inflicted on a recruit, member, neophyte or applicant for admission or continuing membership into the fraternity, sorority or organization.

Only duly recognized student organizations may post announcements at designated bulletin boards within the premises of their respective faculties/colleges/institutes/schools subject to the approval of the Dean and Regent. However, the approval of the Office of the Secretary-General (OSG) should be obtained for posters, streamers, signboards that will be displayed or put up only at designated bulletin boards within the University premises.

Only duly recognized student organizations may use the faculties of the University but only upon prior approval of the OSA, Office of the Dean/Director, Facilities Management Office (FMO) as the case may be.Only duly recognized student organizations may use the faculties of the University but only upon prior approval of the OSA, Office of the Dean/Director, Facilities Management Office (FMO) as the case may be.

An organization shall not be allowed to operate nor join any activity, including freshmen orientation, after the expiration of its recognition.

Organization(s)/officer(s)/member(s) with on-going administrative case(s) or with penalties of suspension to expulsion shall not be allowed to take part in any organization related activity.

Students must give due regard to the rules and regulations formulated and implemented by the University authorities to ensure that peace and order may prevail.

Student shall not impede, obstruct, prevent or defeat the right of a faculty member to teach his/her course or the right to attend his/her classes or any official activity.

Students shall behave properly at all times, refrain from making unnecessary noise and avoid loitering along corridors especially when classes are on-going. Students are allowed, when necessary, to stay in the campus only until 9:30 p.m. except during University activities.

Students shall observe University traffic rules and regulations.

Students are prohibited from using electronic and communication devices during regular class hours and most especially during examinations unless authorized by the faculty member. Students are prohibited from using electronic and communication devices during regular class hours and most especially during examinations unless authorized by the faculty member.

Students shall not bring, carry or possess any deadly weapon/s inside or outside the campus; shall not engage or get involved in any violence; shall not threaten, bully, or inflict physical or psychological harm/suffering/injury on any person whether inside or outside the campus; and in general, shall not commit any illegal act or wrongdoing.

Students shall not use or be in possession of any substance prohibited under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act 2002 (Republic Act 9165). Students shall not use or be in possession of any substance prohibited under the Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act 2002 (Republic Act 9165).

All first-year students are required to submit themselves to drug testing as a condition precedent for their admission to the University. All other students of higher years may randomly be required to submit themselves to drug testing. Drug testing shall be conducted by the UST Health Service.

Students must actively participate in keeping the campus clean and in preventing pollution or other environment degradation. Thus, they are enjoined to design programs, projects and activities adhering to Pope Francis’ Encyclical on the Environment (Laudato Si).

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No one is born with the ability to tell stories, but everyone has one to share. The capacity to communicate through storytelling, poetry and other forms is a skill that may be acquired, refined, and elevated to the level of an art. The majority of us actually have some creativity, albeit it is frequently muted or overlooked because of external factors or other pressing needs. The creative writing courses in the Philippines, being offered by various institutions, provide a window through which we can let our thoughts and emotions out.

Each of us has gone through a range of feelings and has encountered our own set of difficulties. Through lovely expressions and words, creative writing expresses these feelings and emotions. But creative writing is more than just using words and jargon, it is the ability to come up with characters and plots, and be able to place both against a realistic backdrop. Writing using captivating language and judicious use of numerous literary tropes are skills that only experienced creative writers possess.

What is Creative Writing?

Any writing that goes beyond the traditional norms of professional, journalistic, academic, or technical forms of literature is considered creative writing. This writing is typically characterized by an emphasis on narrative craft, character development, the use of literary tropes, or different poetic traditions.

Benefits of Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines

·    Building confidence

Writing creatively is a technique that will enable you to fully develop your unique voice and perspective without artificial constraints. You have more freedom to research and voice your opinions on subjects, points of view, philosophies, people, etc. Additionally, doing so will give you more confidence and ease when expressing your viewpoints in other writings.

·    Clarification of Thoughts

You may express your thoughts and emotions more clearly through creative writing. You’ll be able to see things clearly in the workplace and throughout the rest of your life, enabling you to solve challenges in the future.

·    Meeting with Like-Minded people

When one meets other writers, one can pick up different methods and approaches. Meeting like-minded individuals also facilitates the exchange of fresh viewpoints and thoughts on the same subject. While some dissertation writing services allow students to readily express their ideas on paper, others find it difficult or unpleasant to write these essays due to laziness or a lack of writing ability.

·    Improvement in Vocabulary

Writing promotes vocabulary and gives insight into reading and writing processes. Additionally, you will have a thorough understanding of grammar and how to use it in your compositions. Therefore, after being aware of the methods used by an essay writing service, a person will likewise be able to bend and break the laws.

·    Boosting the Imagination

By thinking beyond the box while writing, a person can engage and enhance their creativity. Becoming more adept at identifying alternatives and solutions to challenges, also aids in igniting his imagination.

Eligibility Criteria for Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines

It’s a common misconception that you don’t need a degree in creative writing to be a writer, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. For those who are passionate about writing, a creative writing degree is a blessing—not because of the worth of the degree once you’ve earned it, but rather because of the lessons you acquire while doing the course.

A creative writing degree allows you three years to concentrate on your writing, refine your style, and explore the intricacies of this craft. It entails being exposed to a world of excellent reading, which will influence both your artistic vision and your complete worldview.

A creative writing degree is therefore worthwhile if you are serious about improving the caliber of your work. The courses, whether taken at the bachelor’s or master’s level, are meant to give students the necessary skills in their chosen specialty to prepare them for the industry’s high demand and rapid growth.

Higher secondary education, or 10+2, with humanities or the arts as the primary discipline, is required to enroll in a bachelor’s program in Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines. You must possess a bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline to meet the normal requirements to enroll in master’s level courses at universities overseas. Your advantage will increase if you have a fine arts bachelor’s degree.

How to Improve Your Writing Skills

Many people find writing to be scary, especially those who don’t write often or for a living. The good news is that writing doesn’t have to be painful, and almost anyone can develop their writing skills with a little discipline and openness to learning. Here are four ways you may immediately start honing your writing abilities.

• Writing: Just like anything else, writing requires practice if you want to improve. Regular writing will help you build a distinct style and lessen your dread of the blank page if you want to improve your writing abilities. Therefore, keep writing even if no one reads it. A man becomes flawless through practice.
• Reading: The best writers are avid readers and reading regularly is a simple approach to start improving your writing abilities. Read more difficult material than you usually do, and pay close attention to the sentence structure, word choice, and overall flow of the writing.
• Research: Aside from copying someone else’s work, not doing your homework will quickly damage your credibility. Therefore, be sure to conduct enough study on your subject.
• Journaling: Keeping a journal is a good approach to increasing your sensitivity to your surroundings. Making it a daily habit to write about anything will help you improve your writing. It encourages gathering ideas and introspection, two skills that are essential for creative authors. Additionally, it will boost your self-assurance.

Job Opportunities After Doing Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines.

If you have a passion for creative writing, you’d probably want to pursue a career that would allow you to spend most of your time doing what you love, if not the entire day. There is a potential for an opportunity with every difficulty. For creative authors, there are several employment options available. Innovative writers can currently hold a variety of titles, including:

• Book writer (Author) – By telling a tale or exploring a subject of interest, one can become an author. Depending on the type of tale you want to tell for a specific audience, it could fall under the fiction or non-fiction category.
• Copywriters – Mainly in the field of marketing/advertising field. The job of a copywriter is to create content highlighting the feature of a particular product/ service in a compelling manner for the customer. These people are accountable for writing brochures, publicity letters, product catalogs, circulars,s, etc.
• Article writers – Article writers can write on the subjects of Fashion, food, travel, health, trade, entertainment, sports, education, politics, etc. are just a few of the topics. You can also choose to write for different newspapers, magazines, websites, etc. Publishing a book demands a lot of marketing efforts after you are done writing the book. You have the option of collaborating with a reputable publishing house or self-publishing the book.
• Scriptwriters – The content and tales for movies, plays, television shows, etc. are written by scriptwriters. They do extensive research and work hard to develop a narrative and a storyline for a certain theme or issue. Writing real, original, and well-crafted dialogue can be difficult for screenwriters.

Besides these options, a person can begin their own freelance creative writing portfolios or can choose to write for a newspaper or a digital media outlet. The quality of your work and the professionalism you bring to the table will play a major role in determining your level of success in this field.

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Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines

1. iim skills.

IIM SKILLS is a reputable and expert training company for aspiring writers. Their Content Writing Course includes a module on creative writing, including 16 hours of lectures, 60 hours of practical assignments, and free tools worth INR 30,000/. IIM SKILLS also provides coaching on writing and then publishing your first book on Kindle.

• Course Duration

The course is a four-week program along with three months of internship.

The course is priced at 9,893.21   Philippine pesos.

IIM SKILLS students who have graduated from the institute and are leading meaningful lives give great praise to the program. If are looking for assistance to turn your writing into creativity that will create a whole new imaginative world for the reader, then IIM SKILLS  should be on your wish list

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2. De La Salle University

On the list of Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines, next, we have De La Salle University in Manila. A Master’s in creative writing is offered by the university. Instructions will be mostly by workshops, including weekend workshops off-campus. The students will have the chance to write their own creative works while participating in these workshops alongside skilled professionals.

Key Features

• The Master of Fine Arts in creative writing program at De La Salle University is aimed to assist students who are passionate about writing in enhancing their abilities and becoming successful writers.
• The students are exposed to the theoretical and practical aspects of writing, including the prospects and possibilities of publication and performance.
• Assessment of the learners’ own work under the mentorship of established writers through intensive examination.

Key Information

Duration: Full-time:  12 Months

Language: English

Delivered: On Campus

Disciplines

Creative writing

Tuition Fee: 2,484 Eur/year (3,930 Philippine Pesos)

Program Structure

Courses include:

• Fiction Writing Techniques
• Fiction Writing
• Poetry Writing Techniques
• Poetry Writing
• Playwriting Techniques
• Playwriting
• The Art of Literary Journalism
• Creative Non-fiction

3. University of Philippines, Diliman

Next, on the list of Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines, we have the University of Philippines, Diliman. The University’s Department of English and Comparative Literature offers Graduate and Postgraduate programs in Creative Writing in various approaches and techniques in the writing of fiction, poetry, essay, and drama. Young writers’ skills are being honed in these courses by published and multi-award-winning authors who are experts in their field.

Course Checklist

• BA Creative Writing
• MA Creative Writing
• Ph.D. Creative Writing

Course Offerings (Undergraduate and Graduate)

• Introduction to Creative Writing: The workshop approach and the notion of genre in creative writing.
• Creative Writing and Criticism: creative writing-specific criticism theory and practice.
• Fiction I: The craft of fiction, specifically that of the contemporary short story, including an analysis of how its techniques have evolved.
• Fiction II: The emphasis of the student’s fiction writing is on his or her critical and creative range, which is demonstrated in their capacity to depict more complex themes and fictional forms, such as the short novel.
• Poetry I: The craft of poetry, especially modern poetry, as well as an analysis of how its techniques have developed.
• Poetry II: poetry writing with a focus on the student’s critical and creative abilities.
• Playwriting I: The techniques of writing for the stage; the one-act play and various dramatic genres.
• Playwriting II: The three-act play and other long-form dramatic genres.
• Essay: Development of advanced writing skills in several types of formal and informal essays.
• Criticism Workshop: Critical writing workshop covers both evaluations of the performing and visual arts.
• Fiction Workshop I: techniques for using fiction writing approaches, such as the short story, novelette, tale, and non-traditional forms.
• Poetry Workshop I: poetry writing techniques, such as non-conventional forms, oral poetry, and classic lyric and narrative genres.
• Playwriting Workshop I: techniques for using playwriting principles, such as writing for film, television, and radio.
• Playwriting Workshop II: Workshop on playwriting.
• Playwriting Workshop III: Workshop on playwriting.
• Essay Workshop: Essay writing workshops for formal and informal writing.
• Writing for Children Workshop: writing class for young readers.
• Non-fiction Narrative Workshop: Workshop on the nonfiction story.
• Special Problems: Special concerns with translation, creative writing, the arts, etc.
• Creative Writing Thesis: works of creativity or important literary translations.
• Fiction Workshop I: Workshop on the writing of short stories, novels, and special problems in the theory and practice of fiction.
• Poetry Workshop I: Workshop on the writing of lyric poetry, and narrative poetry.
• Doctoral Dissertation.

Duration for Graduation:   4 years

Duration for Masters:   2 years

Tuition Fees for B.A program :    P20,000-25,000 per Semester

Tuition Fees  for the M.A program:    P2,700-7,200 per Semester

For foreign students, Tuition Fee is usually higher.

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4. Ateneo de Manila University

Next, among the list of Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines is Ateneo de Manila University which offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts Major in creative writing.

The program aims to produce writers who are skilled in the craft of their chosen genre specialty (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, or drama) while remaining conscious of literature’s place and influence in one’s life and society by combining these methods with the academic study of literary and critical texts, the creative process, and the pertinent contexts that influence literary production.

Peer-to-peer instruction in workshops and apprenticeships with more seasoned writers are both institutionalized.

Areas of Interest

• Creative Writing and Literature
• Genres of Writing
• Philippine Literature
• Theories of Writing
• The Novel and Other Book-length Works

Career Opportunities                                                                                              

Graduates of the BFA in Creative Writing are qualified to work as journalists, screenwriters, producers, and in the media and entertainment industries as well as in academia as language and literature instructors.

In addition to being practitioners of literature, these graduates are also qualified to work in the creative industries, public relations, advertising, and publishing as copywriters and content developers. Graduates are eligible to continue on to law school.

Duration: Four years

Tuition Fees:

80,000 – 90,000 Pesos per Semester

1,60,000- 1,80, 000 Pesos per year

5. Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, Philippines

Next, on the list of Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines is the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas, Philippines. Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing is offered by the Faculty of Arts and Letters- Department of Literature. It is a 4-year program that nurtures and guides student writers with emphasis on four major genres:

• Creative nonfiction, and

Students will receive instruction in specialized styles of writing, such as crafting tales for kids, teens, or even people of all ages. The planned goal of program learning for BA Creative Writing majors is the production of a creative writing thesis in the form of a book-length manuscript of a collection of plays, short tales, CNF works, or poetry.

  The Creative writing classes consist of both lecture sessions in which literary models will be analyzed, highlighting the effectiveness of their literary techniques and rhetorical strategies, and

• Workshop sessions, where the lecturer and the peers will critique the students’ creative writing draughts.
• The program also features a significant literary component that will introduce students to literary topics like Philippine literary history.

Duration: 4 years

Tuition Fee: 46,046 Pesos per Semester

Job Opportunities

• Academic and Commercial Publishing Houses
• Business Companies/International Agencies

6. Henry Harvin

Henry Harvin’s Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines empower writers to put their imagination in words using mesmerizing vocabulary. This practical creative writing course has been developed to motivate you about formulating your own endeavors of

• Creative non-fiction
• Poetry, and

Course Features

• 24 Hrs training (8 Hrs writing assignments and +16 Hrs of live sessions)
• Three months paid internship.
• Free access to creative writing tools worth INR20K.
• Regular boot camps spread out throughout the ensuing year.
• Get certification of certified creative writing course from Henry Harwin, Govt Of India Recognized and award-winning institute.
• 100% placement guarantee support for 1- year, post successful completion.
• Get 1-year Gold Membership of Henry Harwin writing academy to the certified creative writing course.

Who can enroll?

• Content Writers
• Digital Marketers
• Professors/ teachers/thinkers
• Housewives/ retired/unemployed individuals.
• Learning period: 24 Hrs
• Total program fee: INR 12,500/-

FAQs on Creative Writing Courses in the Philippines

1. how much is the tuition fee for creative writing courses in the philippines.

The tuition fees for creative writing courses in the Philippines totally depend on the institute and the type of training they provide. The course curriculum and content covered and the duration are also the counting factors that affect the fees. You can visit the institute’s website to know about the exact fees.

2. What are the fundamental requirements to become a creative writer?

The prerequisite for being a creative writer is the desire to write and the drive to communicate with words. It is desirable to have critical reading and thinking skills to pursue this career. One should also have an interest in current events and a general thirst for knowledge.

3. How much does a creative writer earn in India?

The average salary for a creative writer is INR 3,60,000/- per annum.

Creative writing can be a lucrative and rewarding career path for those who want to pursue their creativity. Also, creative writing can be an extremely flexible career path. If you want to work as a freelance writer and are interested in exploring, you may choose your own hours, work from home, and select the subjects you want to write about. To enhance your creative writing skills, all you need is persistence and confidence. If you have the required expertise and viewpoint, following your creative instincts and writing can lead to a rewarding life.

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3 Best universities for Creative Writing in the Philippines

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in the Philippines ranked based on their research performance in Creative Writing. A graph of 1.38K citations received by 693 academic papers made by 3 universities in the Philippines was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

Please note that our approach to subject rankings is based on scientific outputs and heavily biased on art-related topics towards institutions with computer science research profiles.

1. Ateneo de Manila University

For Creative Writing

2. University of the Philippines Diliman

3. De La Salle University

The best cities to study Creative Writing in the Philippines based on the number of universities and their ranks are Quezon and Manila .

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Capili, jose wendell p..

Ph.D. Literature, Screen and Theatre Studies, 2009, Australian National University MPhil Social Anthropology, 1996, University of Cambridge Dip. Japanese Language, Culture and Affairs, 1994, University of Tokyo MA Comparative Literature, 1993, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Journalism, 1988, University of Santo Tomas

Research interests: comparative migration cultures and societies (Japan, Australia, Southeast Asia), creative writing studies, creative writing (creative nonfiction, poetry), comparative literature, Philippine Literature in English, fan culture, popular culture (Australia, East, and Southeast Asia, United States)

Email: [email protected]

CARDOSO, Alexandra May D.

BA Creative Writing, 2016, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: playwriting, contemporary Philippine drama in English, multilingualism in theatrical scripts, translation and adaptation in theatre, feminism, post-colonialism, Waray and Cebuano literature

Email: [email protected]

CHAVES, Thomas David F.

Assistant Professor

MA Medical Sociology, Mahidol University AB English Literature, Xavier University, Ateneo de Cagayan

Research interests: Literary translation, creative writing methodology, discourse analysis

Email: [email protected]

CRUZ, Conchitina R.

PhD in English, State University of New York (SUNY) Albany MFA Writing, University of Pittsburgh BA English Studies: Creative Writing, UP Diliman

Research interests: creative writing (poetry/essay), creative writing and cultural institutions/culture industries, zines and DIY publishing

Email: [email protected]

FLORES, Emil Francis M.

Ph.D.English Studies: Creative Writing, 2009, University of the Philppines Diliman MA English, 1997, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA BA English Studies: Creative Writing, 1992, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Creative Writing: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Comics; Popular Literature: Comics, Speculative Fiction, Detective Fiction

Email: [email protected]

GARCIA, J. Neil C.

PhD English Studies: Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman MA Comparative Literature, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Journalism, University of Santo Tomas

Research interests: Poetry, creative nonfiction, poetics, queer theory, translation studies, postcolonial studies, Philippine literature in English

Email:  [email protected]

GUERRERO, Sydney Paige P.

MLitt English Literature: Fantasy, 2022, University of Glasgow BA Creative Writing, 2019, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Speculative Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Philippine Literature in English, Popular Culture, Gender Studies

Email:  [email protected]

KWE, Maria Francezca Theresa C.

MA Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Journalism, University of Santo Tomas

Email: [email protected]

LAO, Christine V.

MA Creative Writing, 2015, University of the Philippines Diliman Juris Doctor, 2000, University of the Philippines Diliman AB Philosophy, 1995, Ateneo de Manila University

Research interests: Poetry and fiction, creative writing studies, law and literature, feminist stylistics and rhetoric, children’s books

Email:  [email protected]

LEE, Gabriela Alejandra D.

MA Literary Studies, 2008, National University of Singapore BA English Studies: Creative Writing, 2005, University of the Philippines

Research interests: Children’s literature, science fiction and fantasy, speculative fiction in the Philippines, Philippine literature in English

Email: [email protected]

LOS BAÑOS, Gerardo T.

MA English Studies: Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Communication: Journalism, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Young adult literature, language editing

Email: [email protected]

LUMBA-TAJONERA, Sarah F.

MA Creative Writing, 2015, University of the Philippines Diliman BSE major in English, minor in SPED, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: magical realism, the fairy tale genre, martial law fiction, humor in writing

Email: [email protected]

MANALO, Paolo M.

PhD Creative Writing, University of St. Andrews MA English Studies, University of the Philippines Diliman BA English Studies, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: poetry, creative writing, cognitive poetics, ars poetica, Philippine literature

Email: [email protected]

QUINA, Francis Paolo M.

MA Creative Writing, 2017, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Creative Writing, 2006, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: creative writing, production of culture, book history, transmedia narratives, comics studies, digital humanities, Philippine literature in English

Email: [email protected]

ROLDAN, Sandra Nicole C.

MA Creative Writing, 2010, University of the Philippines Diliman BA English Studies: Creative Writing, 1997, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Creative non-fiction, fiction, creative practice research, memory and trauma studies, writing across genres, Philippine literature in English

Email: [email protected]

SALCEDO, Rayjinar Anne Marie G.

BA Creative Writing, 2022, University of the Philippines Diliman

Email: [email protected]

SANCHEZ, Anna Felicia C.

MA Creative Writing, 2009, University of the Philippines Diliman BA English Studies: Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: The short story, the personal essay, speculative fiction, women’s writing, disability studies

Email: [email protected]

SUAREZ, Larissa Mae R. 

MA Creative Writing, 2022, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Journalism, 2010, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Philippine fiction and creative nonfiction in English, creative writing pedagogy, research for creative practice

Email: [email protected]

UMALI, Lakan 

BA Anthropology, 2016, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Mindanawon literatures, Philippine literature in English, non-realist literature

Email: [email protected]

VASQUEZ, Louyzza Maria Victoria

MA Creative Writing (UP Diliman) BA English Studies: Creative Writing (UP Diliman)

Research interests: Creative writing as translation, bilingual poetry, humor in writing, protest poetry, Philippine literature

Email: [email protected]

VILLACERAN, Marie Aubrey J.

PhD Sociology, 2016, La Trobe University MA Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman BA Creative Writing, University of the Philippines Diliman

Research interests: Gender studies, arts-based research

Email: [email protected]

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE I, II, III, IV Critical Approach to Literature I and II Survey of English Literature I and II Survey of American Literature I and II Introduction to Shakespeare Introduction to Creative Writing Study of the English Language The Literature of the Philipines in English I and II Literary Translation Philippine Regional Literature in English Translation LEGISLATED COURSES PI 100, Life and Works of Jose Rizal

REVISED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

AH 1, Dimensions of Identity: Understanding Ourselves Through Reading and Writing AH 2, Exploring Ideas Through Academic Writing AH 3, Effective Speech Communication AH 4, Adventures in Fiction, Poetry & Drama AH 5, Art and Society AH 6, Visual Communication and Society AH 7, Significant Themes in Literature and Films SSP 1, Philippine History SSP 2, Asia & The World SSP 3, Foundations of Behavioral Science SSP 4, Social, Economic & Political Thought SSP 5, Philosophical Analysis SSP 6, Wika at Pagka-Pilipino SSP 7, The Hitchhiker's Guide to Mindanao MST 1, Foundation of Natural Sciences I MST 2, Foundation of Natural Sciences II MST 3, Mathematics for General Education MST 4, Science, Technology and Society MST 5, Biotechnology and Society MST 6, Biodiversity Challenge

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AB in Literature in the Philippines

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Program overview.

The Bachelor of Arts in Literature is a four-year degree program that focuses on teaching students literature from all over the world from an Asian and a Filipino perspective. The program emphasizes theoretical and critical approaches in the analysis of literary genres by studying the nature, function, and value of literature in a comparative context. It also provides skills and training in investigating traditional and contemporary approaches to literary study, literary theory, and the relationship of literature to other branches of arts and sciences. Students will also learn skills in writing and reading creative and critical texts, reportage, and literary scholarship.

Recommended Senior High School Strand

Students who want to pursue a degree in AB in Literature are encouraged to take the Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand under the Academic track. The curriculum focuses on human behavior, literature, education, politics, liberal arts, and society. The HUMSS strand will cover relevant topics that may be further discussed in their college lectures. 

Subjects and Curriculum

• Introduction to Fiction
• Introduction to Poetry
• Introduction to Literary and Cultural Studies
• Literary Theory and Criticism
• Creative Writing for Literature Majors
• Writing for Literature Majors

Admission Requirements

Qualifications

• The student must be a high school graduate. 

However, if they were not able to graduate high school, they may opt to take the Alternative Learning System (ALS) and pass the Philippine Educational Placement Test (PEPT) to qualify for college; the availability of courses for PEPT passers depend on the university.

• The students must pass the College Admissions Test of the university.

Basic Requirements

• Form 138 - High School Report Card (Original and Photocopy)
• Recommendation letter from High school principal and guidance counselor
• Most recent medical and dental health record
• Copy of NSO Certified birth certificate
• Certificate of Good moral character
• Copy of honorable dismissal
• Copy of high school diploma
• (1) Latest 2”x2” ID Picture

Program Outcome

Graduates of AB in Literature are expected to be able to:

• Articulate the latest developments in their specific field of practice
• Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino languages
• Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams

On-The-Job Training/Internship

During the fourth year of the program, students are required to attend an On the Job Training (OJT) in different companies and organizations within the media industry. Students are given the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. Usually, universities require them to submit a written report on their tasks, learning experiences, and hours rendered. Their work performance will also be evaluated by their immediate managers and will be submitted to their respective OJT coordinator. The number of hours required may differ in each university.

The AB in Literature does not have a board examination. However, graduates may opt to take the Civil Service Examination (CSE) conducted by the Philippine Civil Service Commission (PCSC) to qualify in working in government offices. Some graduates opt to take a Master’s degree followed by a Doctorate degree to gain expertise in the industry. 

Career Opportunities

Graduates of AB in Literature may pursue a career path in different companies and organizations within the media industry like local newspaper organizations, magazine companies, online publications, public relations, and advertising firms. They may apply as a translator, technical writer, book editor, advertising copywriter, public relations writer, manuscript reader, columnist, book critic, and fiction writer. Graduates may also explore work opportunities in schools and universities as an English teacher.

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