Office of the Vice President for Global Engagements and Quality Assurance

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) proudly celebrates its achievement of securing a spot in the EduRank 2026 rankings. This recognition highlights the university’s continued commitment to academic excellence, impactful research, and quality education.

Being included in the EduRank 2026 list reflects the dedication of USTP’s faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders in advancing innovation and fostering a culture of learning. The ranking serves as a testament to the university’s growing influence not only in the Philippines but also on the global stage.

USTP remains steadfast in its mission to produce globally competitive graduates and to contribute meaningful solutions to societal challenges through science, technology, and innovation. This milestone inspires the entire USTP community to strive even further and uphold the standards that earned this distinction.

Congratulations to the entire USTP community on this remarkable achievement!

Heads up USTP Professors and Researchers!

We are pleased to announce the Call for Applications for the DUO-Belgium/Wallonia-Brussels Programme 2026.

The DUO-Belgium/Wallonia-Brussels Programme, managed by the Academy for Research and Higher Education (ARES), aims to promote balanced and sustainable academic exchanges between Belgium/Wallonia-Brussels and Asian ASEM member countries. Under the DUO-Belgium/Wallonia-Brussels Fellowship, professors and researchers from Asian universities may receive financial support for academic exchanges with institutions in Belgium/Wallonia-Brussels.

The application period is open until 13 March 2026 at 12:00 noon (local Belgian time).

Further details about the programme may be accessed through the official ARES website:
http://www.ares-ac.be/fr/asem-duo

or the ASEM-DUO Secretariat website:
www.asemduo.org

The Programme Information is available at:
https://bit.ly/DUO-Belgium_Wallonia-BrusselsProgramme2026

Join us in boosting USTP’s QS University Ranking!

We’re calling on our partner universities and industry partners to support USTP in the QS Global Academic Survey and QS Global Employer Survey, which feed into the QS World University Rankings and their reputation indicators.

For Partner Universities (Academic Survey)
Faculty and academic leaders, please share your views on USTP’s teaching and research. Your response will count toward global academic reputation scores used in QS rankings.

👉 Form: https://forms.gle/s1BdfTr5aHb1RySY7

For Industry Partners (Employer Survey)
Employers and industry collaborators, tell QS how you rate USTP graduates and programs; this shapes the employer reputation and employability indicators in QS rankings.

👉 Form: https://forms.gle/FH7pf5UpRGCEeVxm6

Your job title, institution/company, and work email will be used only so QS can send you the official survey invitations, and responses help make rankings more accurate for students worldwide.

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) has formally joined the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Program, spearheaded and initiated by the Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST), marking a significant milestone in strengthening international academic collaboration. Through this initiative, students and faculty participate in structured online lectures, hands-on activities, case studies, and collaborative discussions that promote internationalization at home, interdisciplinary learning, and cross-cultural academic exchange.

Read the full article here: https://www.ustp.edu.ph/ustp-strengthens-global-ties-through-coil-partnership-with-southern-taiwan-university-of-science-and-technology/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPVyeJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlWkN0Wk9NbW5ncDNIbjBNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHquUiF3fXc6qbxWDdbajSoIF2JhF4TjISzXNBRIDJxPFU8bA6StsjjNWkTXX_aem_Upoc_eC5HzYJ2AHRIe4hvA

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) has formally joined the Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) Program, spearheaded and initiated by the Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST), marking a significant milestone in strengthening international academic collaboration. Through this initiative, students and faculty participate in structured online lectures, hands-on activities, case studies, and collaborative discussions that promote internationalization at home, interdisciplinary learning, and cross-cultural academic exchange.

Call for Scholarship Application 📣

Call for Applications!

The Commission, in partnership with Asian Institute of Technology, is pleased to announce the call for applications for the Strengthening the Future of Food Systems: Specialized Graduate Training in Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Bioprocessing.

Earn stackable microcredentials in Food Science, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition aligned with national priorities on food security, public health, and sustainable agriculture.

Completion of three microcredential certificates will earn stackable microcredentials that may be credited toward the following graduate pathways at the AIT:
● MS/PhD in Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Health
● MS/PhD in Food Engineering and Bioprocess Technology

Interested applicants must be nominated by their Sending Higher Education Institutions (SHEIs) and must submit all required documents on or before 16 January 2026.

For more information, the link for the Memorandum from the Office of the Chairperson may be accessed here: ched.gov.ph/wp-content/uploads/MOC-CALL-FOR-APPLICATIONS-FOR-STRENGTHENING-THE-FUTURE-OF-FOOD-SYSTEMS-SPECIALIZED-GRADUATE-TRAIN.pdf

For inquiries, you may send us an email at [email protected].

Don’t miss this chance to advance your expertise!

CALLING ALL USTP TRAILBLAZERS!

Ready to take your graduate studies to the next level? The DAAD-SEARCA In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme is now open and USTP Trailblazers are encouraged to apply!

This prestigious, fully funded scholarship supports Master’s and PhD studies in agriculture, environment, and development-related fields, empowering future leaders, researchers, and educators to contribute to sustainable development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia.

✨ Scholarship Benefits:
✔ Tuition and school fees
✔ Monthly living allowance
✔ Research and study support
✔ Travel and health insurance
✔ Opportunity for short-term research in Germany 🇩🇪

👥 Who can apply?
✔ Filipino citizens
✔ Faculty members, researchers, or professionals (including USTP alumni and staff)
✔ Applicants pursuing development-oriented graduate programs
✔ Research aligned with agriculture, food security, environment, or rural development

📅 Important Deadlines:
🗓 SEARCA Portal: 15 January 2026
🗓 DAAD Portal: 16 February 2026

📌 Learn more and apply here:
https://www.searca.org/daad-scholarship

Step forward, Trailblazers, and represent USTP on the global academic stage! 🌱🌍

USTP joins FLAIR 2025: Strengthening Global Recognition of Filipino HEIs!

Spearheaded by CHED Regional Office X, the two-day workshop (November 7-8, 2025) aimed to elevate the global reputation and visibility of higher education institutions (HEIs) in the region, in support of CHED’s ACHIEVE Agenda.

USTP is grateful to be part of this initiative that strengthens the capacity of HEIs to showcase innovation, collaboration, and impact-driven projects—further advancing the excellence of Philippine higher education on the global stage.

USTP Maintains Its Place Among Asia’s Top Universities! 🌏✨

The 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 (𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗣) proudly continues its journey of excellence as it secures a spot in the 𝗤𝗦 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, placing in:

✔️𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 #𝟏𝟒𝟎𝟏-𝟏𝟓𝟎𝟎
✔️𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡-𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 #𝟐𝟐𝟑
✔️𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 #𝟐𝟖

USTP’s continued presence in the QS Rankings reflects its unwavering commitment to innovation, research, and quality education, as it continues to lead in advancing science and technology in the Philippines and beyond.

Together, let’s keep building a culture of excellence and trailblazing innovation for a sustainable and progressive future!

Study, Research, or Make Music in Austria!
Ernst Mach Grant – ASEA-UNINET 2026/27 is now open for applicants from the Philippines!

Are you a Filipino student, researcher, or musician dreaming of studying or conducting research in Austria? This is your chance! 🌍✨

The Ernst Mach Grant – ASEA-UNINET supports talented individuals from the Philippines to pursue PhD studies, Postdoctoral research, or Music Practice studies at ASEA-UNINET member universities in Austria.

🎓Available Grants:
Full PhD Grant – for postgraduates who wish to complete a doctorate in Austria (36 months)

Postdoc Grant – for researchers teaching or working at an ASEA-UNINET member university (4–9 months)

Music Practice Grant – for undergraduates or higher in music performance, composition, or conducting (9 months)

💶 Grant Benefits:
✅ Monthly stipend: €1,300
✅ Travel subsidy: up to €1,200
✅ (PhD only) Mobility subsidy: €300/month

👤 Who Can Apply:
- Must be a citizen of the Philippines 🇵🇭
- Aged below 35 (for undergrad/graduate/postgrad) or below 45 (for postdocs)
- With very good English and/or German proficiency

🗓️ Application Deadlines:

Music Practice Grant: 15 December 2025

PhD & Postdoc Grants: 1 March 2026

🌐 Apply Online: www.scholarships.at

📄 Official Info: https://grants.at/en/

💡 Step-by-Step Guide:https://asea-uninet.org/wp-content/uploads/step-by-step-guide_online-application.pdf

🔗 More about ASEA-UNINET: www.asea-uninet.org

📍𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 (𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗣 𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸):
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Gbr5f1e2v5tAaCDPsqZVnZzLoNhlv94v/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawN-JkZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSZkJlQjFWcWw5elNaVnlnc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrxEAVl119ye52W9kF9A4vCb2vulRryrZbV_VD_JXngl2y4fezjZeHDKp8Xe_aem_LdzaonF6Mb-QlUftWQlgJQ&pli=1&gid=1229326221 =1229326221

🎓 Exciting Scholarship Opportunity at Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST)! 🌏

Are you or someone you know interested in pursuing further studies in Taiwan? STUST is offering nine English-taught programs for lecturers and instructors in a variety of fields, including:

PhD and MS in Mechanical Engineering
PhD and MS in Electrical Engineering
PhD and MS in Electronic Engineering
MS in Computer Science and Information Engineering
PhD in Business and Management
Global MBA

💡 Why STUST?

Accreditations from international organizations like ABET and AACSB.

Strong focus on practical training and high teaching quality.

Taiwan’s second-largest university for science and technology!

✨ Elite Scholarship Program:

Launched for Southeast and South Asian lecturers, offering up to NT$25,000/month to cover tuition and living expenses for up to 3 years for PhD students and up to 2 years for Master’s students.

Interested? The deadline for applications is October 28, 2025 (Taiwan time). http://www.stust.edu.tw/en

🔗 Reserve a scholarship opportunity here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccu88WTdV8zvD2OuF30ccgI0LIONaeucxlLVOWEdjMbSOSEA/viewform?pli=1

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity!

Announcement: Entries for THE Awards Asia 2026!
Got a story of success worth celebrating over the past 12 months?
Did you, your team, your colleagues or your institution as a whole do amazing things that deserve wider recognition?
If so, we want to hear all about them, so that we can promote the very best as widely as possible.
Now is your chance to share your story. Submit now to THE Awards Asia 2026!

Here’s what you need to know:
🏆 What You Should Know
📌The entry closes on 9 October 2025 (11:00 UK time)
📌There are 10 award categories to choose from.
1. Leadership and Management Team of the Year
2. International Strategy of the Year
3. Most Innovative Teacher of the Year
4. Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership
5. Outstanding Contribution to Regional Development
6. Outstanding Support for Students
7. Research Project of the Year: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
8. Research Project of the Year: STEM
9. Teaching and Learning Strategy of the Year
10. Technological or Digital Innovation of the Year
📌Access Entry Form:
THE Awards Asia 2026
https://theawardsasia.com/2026/en/page/entry-form
Entry Guidelines
https://theawardsasia.com/2026/en/page/entry-guidelines?utm_source=event&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=awards-asia-26&utm_content=25-09-25-entries-open
📌Judges are looking for:
✅strong strategy and evidence-based results
✅creativity and innovation
✅clear impact and scalability or transferability
📌Submissions should be in English.
📌Each entry includes:
✅up to 500 words of text addressing the criteria
✅1–2 supporting documents (max. 4 A4 sides total)
✅a 150-word abridged version (this may be published if shortlisted)
📌Entry fee is £100 per entry for the first five from a single institution. The total cost is capped at £500, even if you submit more entries. theawardsasia.com
📌Only institutions from Asian and related territories are eligible (including the Philippines).