UPOU earns the highest distinction in the Asian Association of Open Universities Accreditation

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has been awarded Level 4 Accreditation by the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), the highest distinction in the AAOU Accreditation System. This recognition, which coincides with UPOU’s 30th anniversary, underscores the institution’s leadership in open and distance education and its commitment to providing high-quality, accessible learning opportunities both domestically and internationally.

The accreditation follows a rigorous evaluation process conducted from November 5 to 7, 2024, organized by the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO), which assessed the university’s adherence to global standards in the field. The AAOU Accreditation Team, chaired by Prof. Kam Cheong Li of Hong Kong Metropolitan University, commended UPOU’s strengths and offered recommendations for further development. UPOU Chancellor Melinda Bandalaria acknowledged the collective efforts of the university community in achieving this significant accomplishment.

UPOU earns the highest distinction in the Asian Association of Open Universities Accreditation

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has been awarded Level 4 Accreditation by the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), the highest distinction in the AAOU Accreditation System. This recognition, which coincides with UPOU’s 30th anniversary, underscores the institution’s leadership in open and distance education and its commitment to providing high-quality, accessible learning opportunities both domestically and internationally.

The accreditation follows a rigorous evaluation process conducted from November 5 to 7, 2024, organized by the UPOU Quality Assurance Office (QAO), which assessed the university’s adherence to global standards in the field. The AAOU Accreditation Team, chaired by Prof. Kam Cheong Li of Hong Kong Metropolitan University, commended UPOU’s strengths and offered recommendations for further development. UPOU Chancellor Melinda Bandalaria acknowledged the collective efforts of the university community in achieving this significant accomplishment.