Program Overview
The Population Studies at University of the Philippines Diliman is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Population Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Philippines and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Quezon, Philippines
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Population Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theory and Methods of Demography
- Techniques of Demographic Analysis I
- Statistical Analysis of Population and Related Survey Data Using Statistical Software Packages
- Population Policies and Programs
- Seminar in Population and Development I
- Seminar in Population and Development II
- Applied Population Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning; GWA at a grade not lower than 3.00, to be set by the unit;
- Intellectual capacity and aptitude for advanced studies and research
- Language proficiency; and
- Satisfaction of additional University requirements such as health clearance and other special admission requirements that may be imposed by the unit concerned and/or appropriate Graduate Committee/ Office.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 40 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the Philippines Diliman directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the Philippines Diliman
University of the Philippines Diliman
Quezon City, Philippines
University of the Philippines Diliman is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
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