Welcome to the official page of the University of the Philippines Manila. The objectives of the HSC were:
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UP Manila: Leading the Path to Health Enrichment
Among the constituent universities of the UP System, UP Manila has more significance and kinship to the mother unit, University of the Philippines, being its birthplace in 1908 and cradle for 40 years during the American occupation. The early decades of UP figure prominently in the history and current state of UP Manila. UP was created in Ermita, o
ne of the oldest, vibrant districts of Manila, on June 18, 1908 through Act 1870 to give "advanced instruction in literature, philosophy, the sciences and arts and give professional and technical training to every qualified student irrespective of age, sex, nationality, religious belief or political affiliation.”
UP first opened on Calle Isaac Peral (now UN Avenue) and Padre Faura in downtown Manila. The first academic units included College of Medicine and Surgery (Herran), College of Liberal Arts that included a
pharmacy course in 1911 and School of Education in 1915, College of Law, College of Veterinary Medicine (Pandacan), College of Agriculture (Los Banos), College of Engineering, and School of Fine Arts (Quiapo). It became the seat of excellence in education and advanced instruction in literature, philosophy, health sciences and the arts, as well as professional and technical training. UP spent four decades of formative
years in Ermita before moving to its campus in Diliman, Quezon City in 1948. Before its founding, UP was preceded by two units that were integrated into it later, hence their being more known as among its original components. Precursors
The two units are the Philippine Medical School (PMS, now College of Medicine) and the Philippine General Hospital (PGH). The PMS was established on December 1, 1905, by the Philippine Commission under Commonwealth Act No. 1415, giving due course to the resolution passed at the second annual meeting of the Philippine Islands Medical Association that expressed the need for more doctors, the ratio being 1 for every 21,000 that time. The PMS opened on Dec. 10, 1907, and moved to its current home along Pedro Gil Street on July 1, 1910. Philippine Medical School
In 1907, the US government passed a law establishing the PGH. On September 1, 1910, the 350-bed capacity hospital was opened to the public for health care delivery and clinical instruction and training of
medical and other health students. Diversification of health programs
As years went by, new health colleges evolved from the College of Medicine, such as pharmacy, dentistry, and public health that eventually became full-fledged degree-granting units in 1935, 1948, and 1932, respectively. With the creation of the College of Nursing, the first university-based BS Nursing was offered in 1948 which integrated the PGH School of Nursing program created earlier. World War II left the UP campus severely damaged, but the College of Medicine and PGH were still able to attend to the injured and the sick. With UP’s transfer to Diliman, Quezon City, Medicine, Dentistry
and Public Health, were left behind. The School of Allied Medical Professions was created in 1962 while the Philippine Eye Research Institute was established in 1965. Creation of the Health Sciences Center
In 1967, Republic Act 5163 created the Health Sciences Center (HSC) to seek the highest standards of training research, and services in the various health sciences. The Center aimed to influence national policies and decision-making on health and develop innovative programs, projects, and models that are responsive to the health needs and aspirations of the country. In 1972, UP was reorganized into a system of constituent universities through Presidential Decree No. 58, issued on November 20, 1972 with UP Diliman, UP Los Baños, and UP Visayas as flagship campuses for liberal arts, literature, science, and philosophy; agriculture, forestry and environmental management; and fisheries, respectively. The HSC became the second autonomous university of the UP System through Executive Order No. 519 dated January 24, 1979, and was renamed UP Manila in 1982. The years 1975 and 1976 saw the establishment of the National Teacher Training Center in the Health Professions as the first in the Philippines to enhance the instructional skills of health professions teachers. Also established was the School of Health Sciences (SHS) in Palo, Leyte as a community-based, ladderized approach to educating a range of health professionals to serve in remote and underserved provinces. On Oct. 28, 1977, a BOR Resolution establishing the Health Sciences Center as an-autonomous member of the UP System was issued. The resolution states that the HSC shall be initially comprised of the
College of Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Dentistry, College of Nursing, Institute of Public Health, School of Allied Medical Professions, Philippine General Hospital, University Health Service, Philippine Eye Research Institute, Comprehensive Community Health Program, Anesthesiology Center Western Pacific, National Teacher Training Center for the Health Professions, the sub-units established therein, the proposed Philippine Medical Center, and such other units that may hereafter be created by the BOR and included therein or transferred thereto. To provide leadership in education, research, and services in the various health sciences geared to the development of the highest quality of health;
b. To provide collaboration, integration, and coordination of the units thereof to promote economy and productivity;
c. To seek to influence national policies and decision-making relative to health;
d. To develop innovative programs, projects, and models that are responsive to the health needs and aspirations of the country; and
e. To make possible a responsive component of the health care system through the development of improved techniques, better facilities, and maximization of the capacities of the health science university. The Philippine Medical Center, a large hospital envisioned to provide service to the indigents and serve as a professional medical training and research center, did not materialize due to lack of funds. Meanwhile, the Anesthesiology Center Western Pacific was abolished while the Comprehensive Community Health Program in Bay, Laguna was ended in 1988 to give way to another community-oriented multi-disciplinary health program. From these physical and structural evolutions grew what is now regarded as the Philippines’ leading health university that seeks to influence and improve the health of Filipinos and be a major contributor to the country’s health goals. From Health Sciences Center to UP Manila
The grouping together of the existing health units under the HSC led to its being an autonomous member of the UP System in 1979 and being renamed University of the Philippines Manila through Executive Order No. 4 on October 22, 1982. Through EO No. 11 dated Dec. 21, 1983, the UP College Manila, which offered liberal arts courses and then an extension unit of UP Diliman, was integrated into the HSC and later transformed into the UP
Manila College of Arts and Sciences. The CAS started to offer General Education courses for health sciences programs in 1983 and offered separate degree programs, such as the BA Organizational Communication, BA Development Studies, BS Computer Science, BS Biochemistry, BS Behavioral Science, and BS Applied Physics. Today, UP Manila is recognized as the country’s premier institution for the health sciences and leader in health education, training, research, and public service. Its main campus occupies 14 hectares of prime land, comprising two blocks in the Ermita District. It has nine degree granting units: College of Allied Medical Professions, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Dentistry, College of Medicine (CM), College of Nursing (CN), College of Pharmacy, College of Public Health (CPH), National Teachers Training Center for the Health Professions (NTTC-HP), and School of Health Sciences that has four campuses in strategic and geographically disadvantaged and isolated areas. These are, from oldest to youngest, SHS Palo, Leyte (1976), SHS Aurora (2008), SHS South Cotabato (2011), and SHS Tarlac (2021). The CM and CN are recognized as Centers of Excellence by the Commission on Higher Education. In addition, the CN is a WHO Collaborating Center for Leadership in Nursing Development in the Asia-Pacific region. The Southeast Asian Ministers Educational Organization (SEAMEO) named the CPH as the SEAMEO-TROPMED Regional Center for Public Health, Hospital Administration, and Environmental and Occupational Health. The NTTCHP is a WHO Regional Education Development Center for Health Professions Education. UP Manila’s persistent efforts to create a stimulating educational environment are reaping bountiful fruits. Its graduates occupy leadership positions in every sector of Philippine society-- from the corridors of government to the academe and cutting-edge research centers, in the communities and nongovernment organizations, and virtually everywhere else in between. Combining both excellence and relevance, UP Manila offers academic programs that are responsive to the needs and aspirations of the Filipinos. It has 19 undergraduate programs, 33 masters' programs, and
five doctoral programs, with several diploma and certificate programs, including courses in the arts and culture, social, and physical sciences that imbue the students with a liberal and humanistic education. UP Manila graduates have consistently topped the licensure examinations in Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Chemistry, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy, with passing rates higher than the national average, earning for it the Top Performing School in almost all its health degrees. Its high research productivity and high citation scores in the pre-clinical, clinical, and health areas that contributed to the higher rankings of UP in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings
in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. All its colleges, PGH and NIH lead in their disciplines in teaching and training, research, and public service
in view of UP Manila’s role as standard bearer and leader in the health and allied sciences. UP Manila is ISO 9001-2015 certified for its university-wide quality management system. This makes UP Manila the first campus in the UP System to obtain an international external accreditation. COVID 19 Response
The COVID 19 crisis during the past three years spurred UP Manila to make significant and innovative academic program shifts and trailblazing researches while ensuring protection and support for its
community members. UP Manila worked with the higher education sector and government agencies and organizations to prepare for the move to remote and blended learning methods and later on facilitate the return to face to face classes and other onsite academic activities. The University continued providing excellent and the most relevant education and upheld the integrity of its academic programs by supporting students online ensuring that no one is left behind, investing in online teaching and learning management systems, expanding its digital teaching and learning technologies, and orienting and supporting its faculty to adopt the technologies. For Frequently Asked Questions about UP Manila, see https://www.upm.edu.ph/FAQs
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📢 𝘼𝙉𝙉𝙊𝙐𝙉𝘾𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 FROM THE OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS📢
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
1. UPAA WISCONSIN SCHOLARSHIP
SLOT: 2
ELIGIBILITY:
- Must be a graduating student from any college.
- Must have an average of at least “2.50” with NO grade of “5.00” or “4.00” or “inc” in the preceding semester and enrolled in at least 15 units at the time of the award of the grant.
- Parents’ annual gross income must not exceed Php300,000.00.
- Must not have been the subject of any disciplinary action.
BENEFITS:
- Monthly Stipend: Php3,000.00
- Book Allowance per Semester: Php4,000.00
Supplemental Documentary Submissions:
- Certification of Candidacy for Graduation (To certify that the applicant is a candidate for graduation in AY 2025–2026)
2. UPAA SINGAPORE SCHOLARSHIP
SLOT: 1
ELIGIBILITY:
- Must have passed the UPCAT.
- Must be a 1st Year Undergrad/Incoming Freshman
- Family gross income must not be more than PHP 325,000.
- Must not have been found guilty of any disciplinary action.
- Must not be holding concurrently with any other scholarship.
BENEFITS:
- Monthly Stipend: Php4,000.00
- Book Allowance per Semester: Php5,000.00
Supplemental Documentary Submissions:
- NOTICE OF ADMISSION (To verify that a student has been officially admitted into a program at the University of the Philippines.)
- GOOD MORAL CHARACTER (From the school previously attended)
3. COMMONWEALTH FOODS INC. STUDY GRANT
SLOT: 1
ELIGIBILITY:
- Household Annual Income must be equal or lower than: Php 500,000
- Degree Program must be BS Basic Medical Sciences
- Year Level Standing must be 1st Year Undergrad/ Incoming Freshman
- Must have passed UPCAT
- Must be enrolled in at least 15 units at the time of the award of the grant.
BENEFITS:
- Stipend per Semester: Php20,000.00
Supplemental Documentary Submissions
- Transcript of Record (Applicants from UP Manila must submit Transcript of Record)
TO APPLY:
Log in to https://sikap.upd.edu.ph
DEADLINE OF APPLICATION:
JUNE 30, 2025
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🌈 Sharing this upcoming webinar from the UP Manila College of Nursing and UP Manila Center for Gender and Women Studies! 🧠💬
In celebration of PRIDE Month and in pursuit of SDG 5: Gender Equality, join the forum:
"Understanding the Burden of HIV/AIDS in the Philippines"
📅 June 30, 2025 (Monday)
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 4F UPMASA, Henry Sy Sr. Hall, UP Manila
🎁 Free snacks and souvenirs for attendees!
👥 Featuring:
🔹 Dr. Louie Ocampo, Country Director, UNAIDS (Keynote)
🔹 Ms. Elena Felix, PLHIV Rights Advocate
🔹 LoveYourself Inc.
Let’s work together toward inclusive, stigma-free, and equitable healthcare. 💖🏳️🌈
In celebration of PRIDE Month and in pursuit of SDG #5: Gender Equality, the UP Manila Center and the College of Nursing Gender Committee invite you to a forum on "Understanding the Burden of HIV/AIDS in the Philippines."
📅 June 30, 2025 (Monday)
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 4F UPMASA, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
🥤 Snacks & Souvenirs await all attendees!
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Louie Ocampo – Country Director, UNAIDS
Panel Reactors:
a. Ms. Elena Felix – PLHIV Rights Advocate
b. LoveYourself Inc.
Let’s build a future of inclusive, stigma-free, and equitable healthcare.
✨ Haven’t registered yet? Sign up now:
👉 https://forms.gle/J8eGxYmYGwiEWaB97
27/06/2025
HPP Conducts Skills-Building Seminar for DOH Health Promotion Bureau
The Health Promotion Program (HPP) conducted a skills-building seminar on Theory of Change (ToC) Development and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Principles for personnel of the Department of Health’s Health Promotion Bureau (HPB). The seminar took place during the DOH HPB 2025 Mid-Year Program Implementation Review, held at Belajandro Hotel in Angeles City, Pampanga.
The activity aimed to update foundational knowledge and strengthen the participants' capacity to plan, monitor, and evaluate health promotion programs. It also highlighted the importance of linking program activities to outcomes and making evidence-informed decisions.
27/06/2025
College of Nursing Hosts Fulbright Specialist Dr. Latina Brooks
The College of Nursing hosted Associate Professor Latina Brooks, Fulbright specialist from Case Western Reserve University, as part of the UP Office of International Linkages’ World Expert Lecture Series (WELS). Assoc. Prof. Brooks delivered sessions on Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) education in the Philippine context. Her visit also included a curriculum needs assessment for the MSN Advanced Practice Track, as well as collaborative discussions on pedagogy, faculty development, and research.
Assoc. Prof. Brooks is an Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing of Case Western Reserve University, where she also serves as Director of the MSN and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs.
27/06/2025
UP Manila Partners in First-Ever Immunization Connectathon in the Philippines
The University of the Philippines (UP) Manila, through its National Telehealth Center, partnered with UNICEF and the Department of Health (DOH) to implement the first-ever Immunization Connectathon in the Philippines. Supported by the Australian Government, the three-day event marked a major milestone in the country’s digital health transformation.
The Connectathon brought together local health offices and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) providers to test the exchange of immunization data, with the goal of linking it to a national immunization registry. This initiative aims to build a complete immunization history to ensure continuity of care regardless of where a child is vaccinated in the country.
The event is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen digitally enabled health systems and advance universal immunization coverage for every child.
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UP Manila Joins Preparatory Meeting for AUN-HPN Health Promotion Conference
On June 19, 2025, the University of the Philippines (UP) Manila joined a joint preparatory meeting organized by Mahidol University through the Secretariat of the ASEAN University Network–Health Promotion Network (AUN-HPN), in preparation for the upcoming 10th International Advisory Committee (IAC) Meeting and the 4th AUN-HPN International Health Promotion Conference. UP Manila is serving as a co-host of the event, alongside Ateneo de Manila University and De La Salle University Manila.
Held at Mahidol University, the meeting was led by Assoc. Prof. Thunwadee Suksaroj, executive director of AUN-HPN, and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Piyapong Junmaimool, deputy executive director of AUN-HPN.
Representing the Philippine core team, Dr. Paul Michael Hernandez, director of the Healthy University Office, UP Manila, participated in the discussions via Zoom. The meeting focused on conference planning under the theme “Advancing Health Promotion in the ASEAN Region: Championing University Innovations for Equity and Resilience.”
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HPP Conducts PAR Orientation for Metro Manila LGU HEPOs
The Health Promotion Program (HPP) was invited by the Department of Health – Metro Manila Center for Health Development to lead an orientation on Participatory Action Research (PAR) during the Quarterly Universal Health Care (UHC) LGU Handholding Session. The activity was attended by Health Education and Promotion Officers (HEPOs) from 17 Local Government Units (LGUs) across the National Capital Region.
The orientation introduced PAR as a community-driven research approach that supports social transformation and the effective implementation of UHC in local health systems. Participants explored how PAR can be more effectively applied in their respective communities, with emphasis on inclusive participation, collective inquiry, and the translation of research into social action.
HPP Conducts PAR Orientation for Metro Manila LGU HEPOs
26/06/2025
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🗓 June 27 & 30, 2025
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🕘 9:00 AM–12:00 NN (June 30)
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The University of the Philippines (UP) Manila warmly congratulates Dr. Rodel Jonathan S. Vitor II of the College of Arts and Sciences for being awarded the 2025 Outstanding Veterinarian in Laboratory Animal Practice by the Veterinary Practitioners Association of the Philippines (VPAP).
Mabuhay po kayo!
26/06/2025
READ: PH Leads in To***co Tax Reforms, yet Local Smoking Prevalence Remains High; Here’s Why
"The Philippines introduced to***co tax reforms through the Republic Act 10351 or the Sin Tax Reform Law in 2012, earning recognition from the World Health Organization as a global leader in implementing demand reduction measures. A few years later, the Graphic Health Warnings Law took full effect, mandating that cigarette packs prominently display photos depicting the harmful effects of smoking.
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UP Manila is the health sciences center of the UP System. Its campus is spread out in the Ermita area as well as in three provinces. The Ermita, Manila area has the following: College of Arts & Sciences (CAS), National Teacher Training Center for the Health Professions (NTTC-HP), Office of the University Registrar (OUR) in Padre Faura Street (bounded by Ma. Orosa Street and Taft Avenue); Philippine General Hospital (PGH) in Taft Avenue; the Colleges of Dentistry (CD), Allied Medical Professions (CAMP), Nursing (CN), Public Health (CPH), and Medicine (CM) at Pedro Gil Street (between Taft Avenue and Adriatico St.); and, the UPM National Institutes of Health (UPM-NIH), also along Pedro Gil St.
It also has a UP School of Health Sciences in Palo, Leyte (main campus); Baler, Aurora; and Koronadal in South Cotabato.
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