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The UPOU Distance Education Readiness Test

A few weeks after my mom submitted by application form for UPOU, I received an e-mail coming from the Office of the University Registrar. I was nervous upon opening the e-mail. The e-mail contains information about Distance Education Readiness Test, which I need to take as part of the requirements for admission to the University of the Philippines, Open University.

The said test was scheduled last March 1, 2008. I took the test at the NCPAG Building of the UP Diliman Campus. The test was quick. I thought it would last for hours as it was indicated on the e-mail that the test would be from 9:00 am to 12:00 nn.

So, what is the Distance Education Readiness Test?

The Distance Education Readiness Test will help the university determine your readiness for  independent learning / study and your knowledge with new information and communication technologies (Internet, e-mail, etc.). The test is divided into six parts and is answerable by Always, Sometimes, and Never while other parts are answerable by Yes or No. Actually is not a test but more of a survey. A prospective student of the University of the Philippines Open University needs to pass the Distance Education Readiness Test to be admitted.

Please don’t confuse yourself with the Distance Education Readiness Test and Undergraduate Assessment Test because the both test are totally different from each other.

If you would be taking the Distance Education Readiness Test, you don’t have to panic at all. You just to be at the venue on time and you would be good. Don’t forget to bring your pen or pencil, of course. As I said, the test is divided in six parts. You don’t have to worry because your can answer the test in less than an hour. I assure you that.

If you got questions about the Distance Education Readiness Test of if you’re considering applying for UPOU, don’t hesitate to comment. Good Luck!

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73 Responses to “The UPOU Distance Education Readiness Test”

  1. You have a very detailed blog! So if you’ve taken the UPCAT, there’s no need to take the UgAT? Is that correct?

  2. @Lana Smith: Yes, you don’t have to take the UgAT if you have taken the UPCAT already. Just submit your non-qualifier’s slip during the application process. :)

  3. okay so 1st step is to submit the form, then take the UPOU Undergraduate Admission Test right?

  4. yes :)

  5. I would like to know when is the schedule of UGAT for 2009.

  6. @Cecille: UgAT would be administered on February 7, 2009. Please visit http://www.upou.org for more information. Thanks!

  7. I would like to ask when how to take the Distance Education Readiness Test and when is the schedule for 2009. I am a graduate of BSBA from UP Iloilo and I am interested in enrolling in BAMS program. Will my general education subjects be credited? Thanks!

  8. Hi, can you please tell me when will I find out the results of Readiness Test. I took it on Feb 7 09! Thanks.

  9. Hi Loid, It would be posted on the UPOU official website, http://www.upou.edu.ph :)

  10. Hi Cecille, try visiting the official UPOU website http://www.upou.edu.ph and all your questions would be answered. Thank you!

  11. Thanks!

  12. wow, a upou blogger!
    i took the test last feb. anyway, i know it would be posted soon. how long did you wait for the result? i am just confused with the system, they have announced that by the last week of march, announcements should be ready. but, wala. i just want to know how long (antagonizing kasi, i apologize) did your batch wait for? thanks!

  13. John Joseph Farrales on April 17th, 2009 at 4:07 pm

    when is the next readiness test be available? Thanks

  14. Hi, this is interesting!
    I am actually taking Master of Distance Education in UPOU and I actually plan to develop a DE readiness test for my research project. But it seems there’s no need for that. :) It’s unfortunate I wasn’t able to take that test since I got admitted while here in UAE.

  15. interesting information, i’m actually a bit worried somehow, i’m schedule for this exam sept 05 for the second sem and im living in Abu Dhabi, still didnt get my mail,hoping this week or next week. Excited to go back to college…hoping that i will pass!!!

  16. rosell villariba on August 26th, 2009 at 8:57 pm

    hi twilight,

    i got my electronic exam permit just now. i’ll also take the sept 5 exam at the NCPAG bldg. the blogger was right to check the exam area long before the examination date specially if ur new to UP Campus. Hope we all pass the exam. =) prayers…

  17. Rosell,

    Good luck on your examination! :)

  18. Twilight,

    Good luck! :)

  19. Mark Anthony P. Tanabe on September 4th, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    Thanks for posting this. Now i have an idea on what the test is all about. I’m taking the readiness test tomorrow.

  20. Hi! I’m an undergraduate of Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan. I was only able to finish up to my 2nd year due to financial problems. I’m currently in Cebu City right now working as a Call Center agent. With my current situation, I know it would be hard to go back to school anymore. Although I don’t want to stop hoping that maybe I could still get a degree. When I was checking out the UPOU website, I was able to find out that they are offering ‘Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies (BAMS’ and one of the program requirements is this: “Transferees from any recognized institution who have completed two years of study, or 60 units, with a GWA of 2.0 or higher who pass the UPOU Distance Education Readiness Test subject to UP system rules and policies on lateral entrants.”
    I’m new at this and I have a lot of questions. By any chance, is there anyone whom I can contact directly to ask about the program? If anyone can help me so that I could figure this out, would you please email me? You can reach me through (razhelle@gmail.com) .. I would really like to know if there’s a chance for me to apply for this. I don’t mind filing for leave and going to Manila just to take exams or whatever. Please help. I would really appreciate it. Thanks!

  21. Hi, Razhelle!

    Thank you for visiting my blog. I already replied to you inquiry. Please check your e-mail.

  22. Mark Anthony,

    I hope you did well on your exam!

  23. Mark Anthony P. Tanabe on September 14th, 2009 at 7:49 pm

    Thank you Jeric.

  24. Hi I am wondering about the test I got the email and I am scheduled to take it on the 6th of March. Good thing I found this because I do not know about the UgAT. I already passed the UPCAT, I was enrolled in UP Baguio before. You mentione that if you already passed UPCAT no need to take UgAT and about the non-qualifier’s slip? How is that? Hoping you could help me. Thank you so much in advance. You can email me at rhegielei@yahoo.com Thanks

  25. Anne, you better contact the OUR regarding this one and state your situation. Thank you very much!

  26. Hi Jeric! thanks to you. I did.

  27. Hi I would just like to know the coverage of the UgAT? my boyfriend will take the exam on Mar6, and I’m the one anxious about the exam lol.. I really do not have any idea about the coverage of the UgAT that’s why I find it hard to help in reviewing.. please help.. thanks.. kris_chan_24@yahoo.com

  28. Hi! I am very anxious to be a UPOU student. Like the other blogger, Rachelle, I also had financial issues during my last year in UP Diliman. I was in fourth year when I stopped. To clarify, since I am an UPCAT passer, there’s no need for me to take UGAT, right?

    I would really love to pass the admission process. Can you give me some tips on how to pass the UPOU Distance Education Readiness Test?

  29. PS

    Can you give me an idea of how much the tuition fee cost? I am planning to take up Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Studies. If possible, kindly provide an estimation including miscellaneous expenses per semester.

    Thank you so much!

  30. Hi, mai!

    Tuition fee at UPOU is P1,000 / unit. A typical OU undergrad student has an academic load of 12 units per semester (12 units x P1,000 = P12,000). On the other hand, miscellaneous fee is P2,000 per semester excluding the course materials (modules, books, etc).

    Good luck!

  31. Hi Jeric,

    I am planning to transfer to UP to take BAMS. I have completed two years of study, or 60 units from an institution. So what I am to do next is to take the UP distance education readiness test, right? I’m very interested in BAMs, so could you please tell me when is the next schedule for UP DEduRT? Can you also give me some tips on passing it?

  32. @Hesso, I have written all details about the Distance Education Readiness Test here. I’m afraid I can’t give out more information regarding the said test. Besides, I took the test two years ago. The test will assess how prepared you are to become a DE learner.

    You don’t have to worry. Just take the test!

    I’m not sure the schedule for the next Distance Education Readiness Test. But, you may call UPOU Diliman Learning Center at 920-7117 to inquire. Deadline for applications for admission for Second Semester AY 2009-2010 is on June 30, 2010 (Wednesday).

    Thank you!

  33. Thank you very much Mr. Jeric. God bless on you.

  34. is the uGAT the same as upcat..??
    THE COVERAGE OF THE EXAM ARE THE SAME..??

  35. I`m only a high school graduate. I graduated last March 2009 and wasn` t able to go to college due to financial problems. I`m currently working for my family. But I still want to continue to school, Can I apply for OPOU? How?

  36. @hanna, yes you can , visit the website at http://www.upou.edu.ph. The available course for you is Associate in Arts ( a two year course).

  37. @Mina: their coverage are the same but different content. Thanks.

  38. thanks..
    uhm.. they said that i only need to review math and english..??
    those 2 subjects are only the coverage of exam..??
    is that true..??

  39. @Mina, as far as I know, here’s the coverage of the UgAT: Math, Science, Reading Comprehension, and English. You decide on which subject you’ll be reviewing. Thank you.

  40. jeric,

    why should i decide..??
    aren’t those 4 subjects would be the coverage of the ugat..??
    just confuse…
    thanks for your response..??=D

  41. anyone ???
    help??

    i dunno what to review….
    plssss….
    i have to take the UgAt on aug.14…
    help.. pls.

    thank you so much…

  42. hi, do i still need to review if am going to take the Ugat? like in Upcat??? is Ugat as hard as the Upcat?? Help!

  43. Hello! I’m also subjected in taking UgAT this august 14..and I’ve read your blog Jeric..it’s really a great help :) although I don’t really know what I should specifically be reviewing..it covers math, science, reading comprehension and english, right? (as I’ve read through the discussions) :D will it be easy? (haha I’m really nervous about it)

    anyway, hope someone could help me to know what exactly I should be studying :D thanks guys!

  44. @Nikki Good luck and thank you very much for reading my blog! Answering those UPCAT review booklets (MSA, etc) available at National Bookstores might be helpful though I don’t advise spending so much on those review materials. You could also review by reading your High school notes / books. Again, good luck.

  45. @Aya reviewing for UgAT wouldn’t hurt. Try opening some HS books / notes you already have. Good luck!

  46. a very helpful blog..thanks for the info! I’m going to take up DERT this Saturday (Aug 14, 2010).

  47. Hi Jeric!

    This is a very helpful blog! I’ve seen through the message thread how you have been helpful in answering questions. I hope you can share some inputs to this one too: So, now I know better about the costs per unit (thanks!). I was studying English at Central Mindanao University for 2 years where I have completed at least 60 units. I am interested in the BAMS program UPOU offers, but it says on their site that I would need to have finished an AA program first(am I right?). I ran through the list of courses for the AA and found out I have already taken some of the subjects listed. So, my question is, do you think UPOU will be able to credit those subjects I have completed from my school? that way, if i pass the qualifying exams and am able to enroll, i will just take up the remaining courses on the AA list and proceed to the BAMS program once that’s done? …another question: Do I really need to go to Manila to take the exams like UGat? (I’m not sure I got that one right, lol).

    Hope you can answer those questions.. you can also e-mail me at sheryl.pepito@gmail.com . I’d appreciate it.

    Thanks,
    sheryl

  48. @Sheryl

    I have responded to your questions via e-mail. Thank you for your comment!

  49. hi Good evening, I’m currently working in Thailand… I’ve been able to finish a Computer Software Technology course – two years degree course with a diploma in my province in Mindoro… I’m now eager to study again and decided to find an online courses which is possible for me while I am abroad.. My queries are almost the same as Razhelle, I’ve also read about the requirements, I wanna know if I can apply for this… and Do you think UPOU will be able to credit those subjects I have completed from my school? Can I also have someone whom I can contact directly to ask about this program? Anyone that can help me so that I could also figure this out, would you please email me at airam_lady04@yahoo.com… I’d really appreciate your help… May God bless u always…

  50. Jenna, please contact UP Open University at e-mail address info@upou.edu.ph. Thank you very much!

  51. thank u Jeric…. Godbless u…

  52. Wow! This is very helpful. I’m planning to take an entrance examination to UPOU. I didn’t took up two years of high school -
    junior and senior years which were the golden years of
    secondary learning because I was accelerated for two years
    through PEPT Program of the Department of Education.
    I was the salutatorian during elementary days, consistent
    honor in high school but then, a dramatic change in my life
    occur in the middle of my junior years. I hope you can help
    me through giving your tips about UPCAT and UGAT. You can
    send your mails at carylshaynebachini@yahoo.com
    I also have my facebook account: facebook.carylshayne@yahoo.com

    God bless you more!

    P.S. I wrote some tips how to pass Philippine Educational
    Placement Test (tipsonpept.blogspot.com)
    but I think the Lord wanted me to help
    other people to do more things, passing UPOU’s UGAT is
    another achievement and Glory to God if ever.

    Take care. God bless. Lovelots.

    More Power!!!

    - Shayne

  53. Hi i just want to ask if i have to get a test permit in taking the distance education readiness test, bec when I emailed UPOU they told me that I dont have to take Ugat anymore bec i was qualified when I took the upcat. Im confused bec the instruction was only to go to the test center.

  54. hi, how much is the Distance Education Readiness Test? I have a schedule on August 13, thank you

    PS: your blog is very informative :D more power

  55. @Iya, you should receive a test permit via snail mail. If you didn’t get one, check your e-mail too. Please contact UPOU Office of the University Registrar to clarify this issue. Thank you!

  56. @Henry, the fee for the Distance Education Readiness Test is covered by the application fee you paid upon submission of the application forms.

  57. A very helpful blog. I’ll take the exam this coming Aug.13. I’m planning to take MPM. Is the Distance Education Readiness Test different from what my examination next week? Because I need to pay another examination fee apart from my application fee. Thanks.

  58. Hi, thanks for this helpful blog. :)

    I’ll be taking the DERT as well this Saturday. I didn’t receive a test permit through mail just an email from UPOU Admissions. I think that should do.
    Good luck to us! :)

  59. @Mae, for MPM applicants, there’s another admission examination apart from the Distance Education Readiness Test. Thank you!

  60. hi jeric i’d like to ask i took upcat before but sadly i didn’t pass :-) do i still need to take the ugat exam? are they going to credit the subjects i took from my previous university i hope you can enlighten me thanks in advance..

  61. btw i took upcat way back in 1997 :-)

  62. Hello, jhey! I think the best thing to do is to contact the UPOU Office of the University Registrar. The email address is admission@upou.edu.ph or registrar@upou.edu.ph. Thank you.

  63. Hi guys! There will be a special exam for UgAT on sept 10, 2011 at UPOU Diliman Learning Center (im one of them) for those who missed to take the exam last aug 13 pls kol UPOU habol na guys for second sem . .

  64. Thank you, Arman, for sharing that information.

  65. Hello Jeric,

    This blog is very informative and helpful.

    I’ll be taking Bachelor of Education Studies (BES) and preparing for the UPOU Undergraduate Admission Test (UgAT). Do you have idea if UgAT and UPCAT have the same type of exam? Do you know where to get an UgAT reviewer?

    Thank you very much for the help.

    Romy

  66. Hello, Romy! Thanks for the kind words. I believe that UgAT is pretty similar with UPCAT in terms of coverage. I am not aware if there are any UgAT reviewer available in the market, but you may try answering reviewers for UPCAT to help prepare for the test. Good luck!

  67. I’ve passed the UgAT exam last August 13! Yehey!

  68. Congratulations, Jennifer!

  69. Hi. Hmm What if I already graduated a 2 yr course and wanted to enrol an undergraduate course (specifically B.A. in Multimedia Studies), am I still going to take UgAT exam? Thank you so much for the answer. :)

  70. Tintin, I believe you still have to take the UgAT exam. But to be sure, please ask the Office of the University Registrar. Email admissions@upou.edu.ph. Thank you!

  71. Hi! very informative blog. tnx. will get back often. God bless you for your efforts

  72. Hello po! I just want to thank you for your very helpful blog. I’ve been studying via informal education for the past ten years and I finally plan to enroll in UPOU this upcoming semester. I’ve just received my electronic exam permit today and will be taking the February UgAT.

    On average, how many hours will it take to complete the UgAT? And if I may ask, what kind of questions are usually on the test? Multiple-choice? Short essay questions? :)

  73. HI Jeric,

    I’m planning to take the exam this coming month, Like Danielle i would like to prepare myself to take the exam.

    On average, how many hours will it take to complete the UgAT? And if I may ask, what kind of questions are usually on the test? Multiple-choice? Short essay questions?

    Do you think UPCat reviewer will help me on the UPat

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