University Mandate
The official mandate, organizational outcomes, and Presidential Decree No. 1518 of the Technological University of the Philippines.
Note: This document contains the official mandate of the university and the Presidential Decree No. 1518 which converted the PCAT to TUP. You can download a copy using the button on the side.
The Mandate in Brief
TUP Mandate
The Technological University of the Philippines is mandated to provide higher and advanced vocational, technical, industrial, technological and professional education and training in the industries and technology, and practical arts leading to certificates, diplomas, and degrees; to provide progressive leadership in applied research, developmental studies in technical, industrial and technological fields and production using indigenous materials, effect technology transfer in the countryside; and to provide expertise in the development of small and medium scale industries in identified growth-centers.
Key Results Area
Poverty reduction and empowerment of the poor and vulnerable.
Sector Outcome
Enhanced knowledge and skills, attitudes and values of Filipinos to lead productive lives.
Organizational Outcomes
- Relevant and quality tertiary education ensured to achieve inclusive growth.
- Access of deserving but poor students to quality tertiary education increased.
- Higher education research improved to promote economic productivity and innovation.
- Community engagement increased.
The full text of Presidential Decree No. 1518 is available in the document above (pages 4–8) or in the downloadable PDF.
