About UP Asian Institute of Tourism
Located at Commonwealth Avenue, AIT is under the administration of the Diliman Campus of the University of the Philippines. The AIT building houses the AIT Library, administrative offices, classrooms, function areas, seminar rooms, and lounge hall for students. Being at the heart of Quezon City - Metro Manila, AIT is within close proximity to numerous parks, museums, heritage sites, business districts, and government offices. Read more about us here.
The establishment of the UP Asian Institute of Tourism (AIT) was a long-cherished dream of the tourism industry. As far back as 1973, discussions among tourism agencies had already been in place for the creation of an academic institution focusing on tourism. This was followed by a tripartite agreement among the Department of Tourism, the Philippine Tourism Authority (now reorganized as the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority) and the University of the Philippines.
In February 26, 1976 The Asian Institute of Tourism was formally confirmed by the University of the Philippines Board of Regents as a degree-granting unit of the University of the Philippines Diliman. As Southeast Asia’s first higher academic learning institution focusing on tourism, the UP AIT Complex was formally inaugurated on November 20, 1978. The complex had two main areas – the school side which housed classrooms and learning facilities– and the AIT House, a 27-room hotel.
The hotel ceased operations in 1994 which paved the way for AIT to focus on the demands of tourism research, technical assistance, and other extension services all over the country. Through the years, AIT has been praised for developing knowledge, helping build capacity, and designing programs that are innovative and truly revolutionary. Read more here.
"A world-class provider of tourism education, research and extension services, driving human resource capital development in the Philippines and Southeast Asia."
"To develop innovative leaders in tourism development."
"To provide relevant education, research, extension services."
"To serve the needs of our students, alumni, the tourism industry, government, local communities and other stakeholders, in a manner that optimizes resources."
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question in mind? We listed down some of the Frequently Asked Questions to help and guide you. If you have further questions not covered in this FAQ, please send us an inquiry through daa.ait@up.edu.ph
FAQS
How to apply in the BS Tourism Program?
To be eligible in the BS Tourism Program, you need to pass the UP College Admission (UPCA)/UP College Admission Test UPCAT).
For students who are planning to shift or transfer to the BS Tourism program, you must have completed 30 units of coursework (if you are from other UPD units or other UP campus) or 33 units of coursework (if you are from other college and university)
The documentary requirements can be found here.
For more information and other queries, send an email with your concern to asianinstituteoftourism.upd@up.edu.ph
Are there scholarship offerings for UPAIT students? The graduate program of UPAIT offers the MSTDM scholarship award, with one awardee annually. For other scholarship opportunities for BS Tourism and Graduate Program, visit the UP Diliman Office of Scholarships and Grants Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/UPDilimanOSG
The UP AIT Alumni Association also offers an educational assistance in cash to deserving third and fourth year students.
The application process is conducted online. Please ensure that you have read and understood the program details before submitting your application here. Once you have completed the application requirements, you can now proceed to submit your application.
For questions or concerns, please contact the Graduate Program office at aitgradprog.upd@up.edu.phFull-time GDipTDM students, taking a normal load, may complete the degree in three semesters (approximately 1.5 years). The time limit for the completion of all diploma requirements shall be no more than two (2) years starting from the student’s first enrollment in the course and shall include all leaves of absence from the program.
If GDipTDM graduates choose to continue to MSTDM, you must complete an additional 19 units (Plan A, thesis track) or 16 units (Plan B, non-thesis track), which may be taken in two semesters and one mid-year term. The time limit for the completion of the Master’s requirements shall be three (3) years, starting from the student’s first enrollment in the course and shall include all leaves of absence from the program.
Students and prospective applicants are requested to search for available grants or scholarships at the University of the Philippines Office of Scholarships and Student Services.
For list of available scholarships visit the website of the University of the Philippines Office of Student Scholarships.
Contact Us
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Location:
UP Asian Institute of Tourism, Commonwealth Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City 1101
Email:
asianinstituteoftourism.upd@up.edu.ph
Call:
(+63 2) 8 981 8500 extension #2798
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