Start of Registration
December 1 (Sunday, 10 AM): Module 1/Beginner Classes (no prerequisite classes)
December 8 (Sunday, 10 AM): Higher Module Classes (with prerequisite classes)
Slot reservation is until January 3 January 8 (Wednesday, 11:59 PM). Slots are on a first-come, first-served basis and will expire after two (2) business days. Reservation is via the student's ExCRS account.
Classes will start on January 11 and will run until March 15, 2025.
Payment is only required for students with a reserved slot. If you’re on the waitlist, please wait until you receive confirmation before making a payment.
(1) ONLINE: Landbank Link.BizPortal
- For the detailed guide on how to make a payment via Link.BizPortal, please visit https://bit.ly/extramslinkbiz.
(2) ONSITE: UP Diliman Cash Office
- REQUIRED: For UPD Cash Office transactions, please secure a Statement of Account (SOA) from the Department through any of the following options:
a. Drop by the UP Department of Linguistics Office at Palma Hall Pavilion 1, Room 1325, Quirino Street, UP Diliman.
b. Email extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph to request a soft copy of your SOA. - Payment via credit cards and installment is NOT an option yet.
- For cash payment, please visit the UPD Cash Office and present the soft copy of your SOA. Their office is located at:
PNB Building, Apacible Street
UP Diliman, Quezon City
POST-PAYMENT STEP
Please complete the Verify Payment Request Form at bit.ly/verifypaymentrequest to start the verification process with the UP Diliman Cash Office. You will need to upload your payment slip and proof of deposit/transaction. Please make sure that the date and time of the transaction including the amount are clearly visible in your proof.
Make sure to submit the verification request before 5 pm on the day your reservation code expires. If you fail to complete the form by this deadline, your reserved slot(s) may be forfeited.
A refund request is allowed only if the Department has made changes to the schedule, causing inconvenience to the student. In such cases, the Department will inform and contact you immediately. In lieu of a refund and if classes have not yet started, you have the following options:
1. Defer your enrollment to the next cycle. Note: No further deferment will be allowed beyond this cycle.
2. Enroll in another language class/section with an available slot.
3. Nominate someone to take your place who is willing to enroll in a language class with an available slot.
Please note that your payment is valid only for the cycle in which you enrolled. No refund requests will be entertained once the cycle has started. Each cycle begins on a Saturday.
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Please be informed that the suspension of online extramural class meetings will be on a per class basis -- your instructor will inform you via email (or text message/LMS announcement) should a class meeting be cancelled. This is because there are classes that agree to meet even if there is an announced suspension of classes and there are also classes that has assigned class work which may be done offline and will therefore consume a session. For your information and guidance.
Please keep safe.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Step 1 (of 6): Create an ExCRS account (Skip to Step 3 if you already have an ExCRS account)
- Sign up for an ExCRS account online at uplinguistics.com.
- Prepare image files of your recent photo and a valid Philippine government-issued ID.
- Only JPG and PNG files that are less than 2MB are accepted.
- PDFs and other file formats are NOT accepted.
- For Undergraduate Students: You may use a school ID or birth certificate instead of a government ID.
- You can also opt to take a webcam photo instead of uploading a recent one.
- Only JPG and PNG files that are less than 2MB are accepted.
- Provide the following information: (1) NAME, (2) EMAIL, (3) PHONE NUMBER, (4) ADDRESS, (5) BIRTHDATE, (6) GENDER, (7) OCCUPATION, (8) AFFILIATION (School/Company/Organization; Write N/A if unaffiliated), (9) INDUSTRY (e.g. Education, Finance; Choose OTHERS if your industry is not available from the options or if unsure which industry you are in), and (10) PERSON TO CONTACT IN CASE OF EMERGENCY with CONTACT DETAILS (mobile number preferred).
- Please make sure that the information you enter is the same as the one shown on your submitted government ID.
- Double-check your email address as this will be your username and the activation link will be sent there.
- We encourage using your personal email and not your school or work email to avoid issues related to your affiliation in the future.
- Foreign nationals will be asked to provide a copy of their residence permit or Philippine visa and in the case of UP Diliman exchange students, they may provide a copy of their UPD Form 5 instead.
- The languages used for instruction are English and/or Filipino.
Note to those below 18 years of age: Due to the collection of personal information, those below 18 years of age are required to inform their parent/legal guardian that they are creating an ExCRS account.
- We offer Kids & Teens Classes during the Summer (April-May) and Midyear (June-July) terms. Young language learners from age 7 to 16 are advised to enroll in the Kids & Teens Class. In regular extramural classes, students who are below 17 years old may be asked to transfer to another class or cycle.
- Students who are at least in their senior high may join the regular extramural classes.
UPD students are still required to create an Extramural Classes Registration System (ExCRS) account as this is a separate registration database used by the UP Department of Linguistics for its Extension Program.
Step 2 (of 6): Activate your ExCRS account (Skip to Step 3 if you already have an ExCRS account)
- Check your email for the activation link from extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph and activate your account.
- The activation link is sent to your email after a manual review of your account.
- This may take up to 15 business days depending on the number of requests received so we advise that you create an account days before the start of registration. During the registration period, we process account requests several times each day.
- Please disable email services such as Boxbe as this will prevent you from receiving the email.
- Do not forget to check your SPAM folder as the email might have been redirected there.
- Use the activation link only ONCE and do not use this link to log into your account. You may access your account at uplinguistics.com after activation.
- The activation link is sent to your email after a manual review of your account.
Send a follow-up email to extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph if you have not received the activation link after 15 business days (holidays and weekends excluded).
Step 3 (of 6): Reserve a slot
- During the registration period, log in to your ExCRS account at uplinguistics.com.
- If the class you are enrolling in has a prerequisite, please make sure that you have satisfied the prerequisite course/s. If you have not yet completed the prerequisite or its equivalent, you will not be able to reserve a slot.
- If you have prior knowledge of the language, fill out the self-assessment form at bit.ly/extramsplacement to determine your level and enroll in the appropriate course. If you already finished the prerequisite course under the Extramural Classes program, you do not need to fill in this form.
- Check the list of offered classes and reserve a slot.
- Upon successful reservation of a slot, the student will be assigned a unique reservation code.
- Classes may fill up quickly, so be mindful of the registration start date and time.
Waitlisting: If the class you are attempting to enroll in is already full, you may try to go on the waitlist. If a student with a reserved slot cancels their slot or their slot becomes forfeited due to non-payment within two (2) business days, your waitlist rank will either go up or you will be granted a reserved slot if your waitlist rank is Rank 1. A maximum of 10 students may join the waitlist and class slots are usually restricted to 20 students (15 students for Kids and Teens classes; note that some instructors may prefer more than 20 students in their class).
- If your status changes from being WAITLISTED to RESERVED, you will receive an email notification.
- DO NOT PAY IF YOUR STATUS IS WAITLISTED. PAY ONLY WHEN YOUR STATUS IS RESERVED.
- Refund requests will NOT be entertained when payment was done and the student has no reserved slot.
A friendly reminder: When in doubt, check your ExCRS account to know your registration status.
Step 4 (of 6): Download Payment Slip
- Download the payment slip (aka billing statement) from your account.
- Go to your MY CLASSES page and at the rightmost column, select YEAR and click on PAYMENT SLIP.
- Mobile phone users may need to scroll to the rightmost part of the page to find this option.
- Note that the PAYMENT SLIP button will only appear when you have reserved a slot.
- Go to your MY CLASSES page and at the rightmost column, select YEAR and click on PAYMENT SLIP.
Step 5 (of 6): Pay for your slot
DO NOT PAY IF YOUR STATUS IS WAITLISTED. PAY ONLY WHEN YOUR STATUS IS RESERVED.
Refund requests will NOT be entertained when payment was done and the student has no reserved slot.
- Pay for your slot within two (2) business days (excluding Quezon City and national holidays and weekends).
- For example, you reserved a slot on a Sunday, the slot will expire at 5 pm on Tuesday.
- It is important that you do Step 6 before your slot expires.
- The Payment Due Date that is displayed on your Payment Slip is your slot expiry date which is until 5 pm.
- Get proof of your payment
- Do not forget to get proof of your payment -- e.g. a screenshot of successful transaction.
- Details should include the date and time of the transaction, and the amount transferred. These will be required in the next step.
There are two payment options (1) Online through Landbank's Link.Biz Portal; or, (2) Onsite through the UPD Cash Office. If you require an Official Receipt (OR), please pay onsite. Online transactions are not issued an OR. Please refer to the OVCA Memo No. AAP 2022-21 Non-Issuance of ORs.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Click on the options below to check the payment guide.
ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION:
- For the detailed guide on how to make a payment via Link.BizPortal, please visit https://bit.ly/extramslinkbiz.
ONSITE PAYMENT OPTION:
(2) UP Diliman Cash Office
- REQUIRED: For UPD Cash Office transactions, please secure a Statement of Account (SOA) from the Department through any of the following options:
a. Drop by the UP Department of Linguistics Office at Palma Hall Pavilion 1, Room 1325, Quirino Street, UP Diliman.
b. Email extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph to request a soft copy of your SOA. - Payment via credit cards and installment is NOT an option yet.
- For cash payment, please visit the UPD Cash Office and present your SOA. Their office is located at:
PNB Building, Apacible Street
UP Diliman, Quezon City
Step 6 (of 6): Request to verify payment
- Fill out the Verify Payment Request Form at bit.ly/verifypaymentrequest.
- This will initiate the process of verifying your payment by the UP Diliman Cash Office.
- You will be required to upload your Payment Slip and proof of deposit/transaction/official receipt.
- Make sure that the date and time of the transaction are included in the details of your proof.
- Download the Payment Slip on your My Classes page. Make sure that you selected the appropriate year (e.g. 2024).
Important: Requests for verifying payments should be done no later than 5 pm on the day of your reservation code expiry. Failure to accomplish the form may result in your slot/s being forfeited.
What to do when your slot gets forfeited? Check if slots are still available and reserve a slot again or email extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph.
You are now enrolled!
- After a review of your verify payment request by the Department, you will receive a confirmation email.
- We process payment requests within two (2) business days. You may also check your ExCRS account to know your status.
NOTE: Please note that this confirmation email via the Department is provisional and is still subject to payment verification by the UP Diliman Cash Office. Should there be a problem with your payment, the Department and/or the UP Diliman Cash Office will get in touch with you. Otherwise, you may look forward to the start of the class.
What's next? Your instructor will email you the class details at least a day before your class starts. You may also get in touch with your instructor by emailing them. You may view the email address of your instructor by logging into your ExCRS account. Alternatively, you may also email the Department at extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph should you have concerns.
Enrollment is closed.
| Course Code | Course Title | Course Description | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bahasa 1 | Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia Beginner 1 | A beginner course in learning Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia that is composed of lessons which cover different skills in learning the language through reading, writing, and speaking. Each lesson includes exercises in reading, grammar, vocabulary, writing, and conversation, as well as some cultural notes on Indonesia and Malaysia, to equip the students with the basics of Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia to be able to practice it in everyday setting. By the end of this course, the students will be able to (1) introduce themselves and others, as well as ask and answer personal questions in Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia; (2) understand and use basic everyday expressions; and (3) interact and use basic sentences with Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia speakers. | (none) |
| Bahasa 2 | Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia Beginner 2 | Continuation of Bahasa 1 | Bahasa 1 |
| Bahasa 3 | Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia Beginner 3 | An intermediate course in learning Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia that is composed of lessons which cover different skills in learning the language through reading, writing, and speaking. By the end of this course, the students will be able to (1) speak in Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia to narrate, describe, and engage in conversations about topics such as student and family life, food, health, traveling, daily life situations, and other topics relating to the target culture; (2) read and understand texts on the above-mentioned topics; (3) write basic compositions using simple but complete and short paragraphs with good control of grammar and sentence structure about different topics; and (4) appreciate and compare the similarities and differences between their own culture and the target culture. | Bahasa 2 |
| Bahasa 4 | Intermediate Bahasa 1 | Intermediate Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia 1 Continuation of Bahasa 3. | Bahasa 3 |
| Bahasa 5 | Intermediate Bahasa 2 | Bahasa 4 | |
| Bahasa 6 | Intermediate Bahasa 3 | Bahasa 5 | |
| Business Japanese 1 | Introductory Business Japanese | Japanese 6 | |
| Chinese 1 | Mandarin Chinese Beginner 1 | Introduction to the Chinese language The sound system of Mandarin Chinese Basic Mandarin Chinese greetings and expressions Survival/Situational Mandarin Chinese | (none) |
| Chinese 2 | Mandarin Chinese Beginner 2 | Describing things, places, events, person and experiences Expressing opinion and reason Asking permission / suggestion | Chinese 1 |
| Chinese 3 | Mandarin Chinese Beginner 3 | Chinese 2 | |
| Chinese 4 | Mandarin Chinese Intermediate 1 | Chinese 3 | |
| Chinese 5 | Mandarin Chinese Intermediate 2 | Chinese 4 | |
| Chinese 6 | Mandarin Chinese Intermediate 3 | Chinese 5 | |
| Chinese for Kids & Teens | Beginner Chinese for Kids & Teens | (none) | |
| Critical Reading and Writing | Critical Reading and Writing | This seminar introduces the participants to the evaluation phase which is common to both process writing and process reading. Rhetoric targets qualities associated with sociolinguistic congruence and language aesthetics, including figures of speech. Discourse targets the qualities of unity, integrity, and cohesiveness, and various modes of development. Assertions target meaningfulness, verifiability, and factual fit. Argument targets logical relations, modes of reasoning, and fallacies. Also employing the problem-based learning strategy, this seminar uses a series of exercises to drill the participants in the various modes of evaluation. Ultimately, the goal of this seminar is to train the participants towards becoming good copy editors, referees, and critics, able to train their students in professional communication. | (none) |
| Error Density Index (EDI) Analysis | Error Density Index (EDI) Analysis | This seminar focuses on various grammatical constituents and rules of International English, reanalyzed based on modern linguistic theories. Using the problem-based learning strategy, the seminar leads the participants through several English constructions that often puzzle English teachers and learners alike. | (none) |
| JLPT N2/N1 Review | JLPT N2/N1 Review | Department Consent | |
| JLPT N3 Review | JLPT N3 Review | Department Consent | |
| JLPT N4 Review | JLPT N4 Review | Department Consent | |
| JLPT N5 Review | JLPT N5 Review | Department Consent | |
| Japanese 1 | Japanese Beginner 1 | Reading and writing Hiragana and Katakana Basic Japanese greetings, grammar, and conversation Mastery of at least 15 basic Kanji characters | (none) |
| Japanese 10 | Japanese Intermediate 4 | Japanese 9 | |
| Japanese 10.3 | Speaking (N3 passer or equivalent; J9 passer) | Japanese 9 | |
| Japanese 10.5 | The Japanese of Music & Movies | Japanese 9 | |
| Japanese 2 | Japanese Beginner 2 | Describing things, places, events, person, experiences Expressing opinions, reasons Asking permission, suggestions Mastery of at least 30 Kanji characters | Japanese 1, Must have taken Japanese Module 1 or Hapon 10. Mastery of Hiragana and Katakana. |
| Japanese 3 | Japanese Beginner 3 | Japanese 2 | |
| Japanese 4 | Japanese Lower Intermediate 1 | Japanese 3 | |
| Japanese 5 | Japanese Lower Intermediate 2 | Japanese 4 | |
| Japanese 6 | Japanese Lower Intermediate 3 | Japanese 5 | |
| Japanese 7 | Japanese Intermediate 1 | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 7.1 | Intermediate Kanji | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 7.2 | Intermediate Listening | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 7.3 | Intermediate Speaking | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 7.4 | Intermediate Writing | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 7.5 | Intermediate Reading | Japanese 6 | |
| Japanese 8 | Japanese Intermediate 2 | Japanese 7 | |
| Japanese 9 | Japanese Intermediate 3 | Japanese 8 | |
| Japanese for Kids | Japanese for Kids | This is a course appreciation module for young language learners. The course includes basic greetings, expressions, and cultural activities. | Ages 7 to 12 only |
| Japanese for Kids & Teens | Beginner Japanese for Kids & Teens | (none) | |
| Japanese for Teens | Beginner Japanese for Teens | This is an introductory course to Japanese. Students will learn hiragana and katakana and basic greetings and expressions. May include cultural activities. | Ages 13 to 16 only |
| Korean 1 | Korean Beginner 1 | Introduction to the Korean language Basic Korean greetings, grammar, and conversation Reading and writing of Hangeul (Korean characters) | (none) |
| Korean 10 | Advanced Korean 4 | Korean 9 | |
| Korean 2 | Korean Beginner 2 | Review and continuation of basic greetings, grammar, and conversation Different verbal conjugations according to politeness Numerals and time Adjectives and speech styles Composition | Korean 1, Must have taken Korean Module 1 or Koreyano 10. Mastery of Hangeul characters. |
| Korean 3 | Korean Beginner 3 | Korean 2 | |
| Korean 4 | Korean Intermediate 1 | Korean 3 | |
| Korean 5 | Korean Intermediate 2 | Korean 4 | |
| Korean 6 | Korean Intermediate 3 | Korean 5 | |
| Korean 7 | Korean Advanced 1 | Korean 6 | |
| Korean 8 | Korean Advanced 2 | Korean 7 | |
| Korean 8.1 | Intermediate Reading and Writing | Korean 7 | |
| Korean 9 | Advanced Korean 3 | Korean 8 | |
| Korean for Kids & Teens | Beginner Korean for Kids & Teens | (none) | |
| Linguistics 1 | Introduction to Linguistics | This course offers an accessible introduction to linguistics, ideal for those with little to no prior knowledge of the subject. It explores the fundamentals of language, including its structure, functions, and role in society. By the end of the course, students will understand key linguistic concepts, analyze basic language phenomena, and discover how linguistics connects with other fields of study. | (none) |
| N5 Intensive Japanese | Japanese 1, 2, and 3 | (none) | |
| Thai 1 | Beginner Thai 1 | (none) | |
| Thai 2 | Beginner Thai 2 | Beginner Thai 2 | Thai 1 |
| Thai 3 | Beginner Thai 3 | Thai 2 | |
| Thai 4 | Intermediate Thai 1 | Thai 3 | |
| Thai 5 | Intermediate Thai 2 | Thai 4 | |
| Thai 6 | Intermediate Thai 3 | Thai 5 | |
| Thai 7 | Advanced Thai 1 | Thai 6 | |
| Thai 8 | Advanced Thai 2 | Thai 7 | |
| Thai 9 | Advanced Thai 3 | Thai 8 |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Are the classes conducted online? | We offer both face-to-face and online learning setups. When enrolling, please double-check that the class format matches your preference. You can confirm this when registering through your account at uplinguistics.com. |
| Do you offer Spanish/German/French/Italian/Portuguese/Russian? | No, we offer Asian languages here at the UP Department of Linguistics -- Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai. For European languages, please inquire at the Department of European Languages. |
| Where can I see my Reservation Code and Payment Slip? | Upon successful reservation of a slot, you may go to My Classes and choose the appropriate year (e.g. 2022) to view your Reservation Code and Payment Slip. |
| I am a Master's/Doctoral student in UP Diliman and one of the requirements in my program is language proficiency. May I request a slot in one of your classes? | Yes, please email your request letter addressed to our Department Chair to extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph. Please have it endorsed by your Program Adviser and include your preferred class and section. |
| Can a foreigner (i.e., non-Filipino citizen) join your classes? | Our Extramural Classes program is primarily designed for Filipino citizens, whether they are in the Philippines or abroad. However, we also welcome foreigners who are either (1) residing in the Philippines or (2) enrolled as exchange students at the University of the Philippines Diliman. These students will need to provide proof of Philippine residence and/or a certificate of enrollment. Please note that the languages of instruction are Filipino and/or English. |
| I have a question about my grade. | For grade-related inquiries, please consult your instructor. You may reach them via email. Their email address is found on your My Classes page. |
| How do I request a Certificate of Completion? | If you've received your class standing (PASS or HIGH PASS), request a certificate by logging into your ExCRS account at uplinguistics.com. Click REQUEST CERTIFICATE next to your class under My Classes > Select Year. Without a class standing, certificate requests are not possible. Please contact your instructor for grade inquiries. Certificates are issued via email within 15 business days of request. |
| How do I drop a course? | 1. Log into your ExCRS account. 2. Go to your MY CLASSES page. A DROP CLASS button should be available at the rightmost column of your enrolled course. 3. Click DROP CLASS. Please note that you will be automatically dropped from the class and your instructor will be notified via email. To enroll in the same class, please reserve a slot and pay for this new slot during the enrollment period. |
| What is the medium of instruction used in your classes? | Our Extramural Classes are taught in Filipino and/or English. |
| How do I enroll? | Kindly check the registration details under the REGISTRATION tab at uplinguistics.com. |
| I keep getting the 'Something Wrong Happened' error when signing up for an account. Can you help me? | Please ensure that the files you're uploading are image files (JPG/PNG) and that each one is no larger than 2MB. If this doesn't resolve the issue, feel free to email us at extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph for assistance. |
| Can students from other universities join the Extramural Classes? | Yes, the Extramural Classes program is open to all Filipinos, including those who are not University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) students. |
| I am currently waitlisted, how will I know if I already have a reserved slot? | If your status changes from WAITLISTED to RESERVED, you will automatically receive an email notification. You can also check your current status on your MY CLASSES page—just make sure you've selected the correct year (e.g., 2024) from the dropdown menu. |
| I already have a background in the language. May I request to start in a higher module class? | Yes, please complete the self-assessment form at bit.ly/extramsplacement. If you feel that you need a more advanced class than those listed in the form, please email us at extrams.linguistics.upd@up.edu.ph. |
| How much is the tuition fee? | The class fee is Php 3,500, which covers a 30-hour course. This includes all materials, which will be sent to you electronically. |
| Is there an age requirement to be able to join your classes? | We welcome students who are at least 16 years old or currently in Senior High School to join our regular extramural classes. For students under 16, we recommend enrolling in our Kids (ages 7-12) and Teens (ages 13-16) classes, which are usually offered during the Summer (April-May) and/or Midyear (June-July) periods. |