LIST: UPOU Free Online Courses 2026: Schedule, and How to Apply

Looking for UPOU Free Online Courses 2026? Check out the complete list of MOOCs from January to June, including how to enroll and get your free e-certificate.

The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has released its Free Online Courses for January to June 2026, offering self-paced learning through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) with free 16-hour e-certificates.

These courses are open to the public and can be used for resume building, career development, and professional requirements.

UPOU Free Online Courses 2026

UPOU continues to provide accessible and flexible education through its MODeL platform (Massive Open Distance eLearning), allowing learners from the Philippines and abroad to enroll in high-quality university-backed courses.

Whether you are a student, professional, or lifelong learner, these free courses are designed to help you gain new knowledge and skills.

How to Enroll in UP Free Online Courses

If you’re interested, here’s how you can apply:

1. Visit the MODeL platform (UPOU’s official site)
2. Click “Log In” and create an account via self-registration.
3. Verify your email address (check your spam folder!).
4. Browse the courses and click Enroll.

List of Free UP Online Courses (January-June 2026)

Here are the available courses you can take:

January

• Basics of Resilience
• Hazard and Risk Assessment Fundamentals

February

• Practical Home Behavior Management for Children with Special Needs (NEW)
• Data Annotation for Aspiring BPO Professionals (NEW)
• Climate Information Services (NEW)
• Intercultural Communication Japan I: A Digitally Enhanced Approach

March

• Introduction to Technology for Teaching and Learning
• Introduction to Open Distance eLearning (ODeL)
• Risk Analysis for Project Management
• Introduction to Mainstreaming Biodiversity in Agriculture in the ASEAN Region
• Strategies and Best Practices on Mainstreaming Biodiversity in Agriculture
• Policy Development and Governance Supporting Biodiversity in Agriculture
• Identifying the Red Flags of Developmental Delays
• Understanding the Child Better

April

• Strategic Planning in Open Distance eLearning (ODeL)
• Teaching and Learning with Modern ICTs
• Legal Instruments for the Protection of Children
• Overview of Policies and Strategies for Climate and Disaster Resilience
• Resilience Strategies Across the Four Pillars

May

• Quality Assurance in Open Distance eLearning (ODeL)
• Blended Teaching and Learning Using OERs
• Online Mothers’ Class

June

• Introduction to Open Distance eLearning (ODeL)
• Institutional Mechanism Towards Child Rights Protection and Promotion
• What makes an Entrepreneur?
• Business Concepts, Ideation & the Business Plan
• Learner Support in Open Distance eLearning (ODeL)
• Internalizing Behaviors among Children and Practical Home Support (NEW)

Note: MOOC offering dates are subject to change without prior notice. Courses to be offered in July to December will be announced separately.

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Why You Should Take These Courses

These free UP courses are a simple way to:

• Gain new skills for your resume
• Explore different career paths
• Learn from a top Philippine university
• Study at your own pace

Since they are short-term and flexible, you can take them alongside your studies or work.

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Final Reminder

Slots may fill up quickly depending on the course, so it’s best to enroll as soon as registration opens.

Whether you’re a student, job seeker, or working professional, these free UP Open University courses can help you stay ahead in 2026.

Source: UP Open University (UPOU)