If cadets wish to pursue further military instruction after the Basic ROTC, these courses, in order, are available to them (assuming they took/are taking the Cadet Officer Candidate Course):
Military Science 3
Also known as ROTC Summer Camp Training (RSCT), Mil Sci 3 is taken by Third Class Army ROTC cadets in their respective regions to enhance their military proficiency and physical condition. The 3Cl cadets of UP ROTC, along with the 3Cl cadets of the other Army ROTCย in the National Capital Region (NCR), take up Mil Sci 3ย under theย NCR Regional Community Defense Group (NCRRCDG).
Military Science 31-32
Right after the RSCT, the cadets take the Mil Sci 31-32 Academic Phase, also directly handled by the NCRRCDG. This phase covers advanced military subjects for incoming Second Class cadet officers. After finishing the acad phase, the Cadet Officers may enlist in Mil Sci 31 & 32 (1st and 2nd Semester, respectively) in UP and become Secondclassmen of the UP Corps of Cadets.
Military Science 41-42
The Mil Sci 41-42 Academic Phase, also directly handled by the NCRRCDG during summer term, covers more advanced military subjects for incoming First Class cadet officers. After finishing the academic phase, the Cadet Officers may enlist in Mil Sci 41 & 42 (1st and 2nd Semester, respectively) in UP and become First Classmen of the UP Corps of Cadets.
Program of Instructions
Military Science 3
This POI covers subjects for the ROTC Summer Camp Training (MS-3) to be taken by incoming Advance ROTC Cadets for 28 days during summer. Fourteen (14) days are allotted for the RSCT. The RSCT (MS-3) will qualify and prepare the cadets (Second Class) to become Advance ROTC Cadets.
| SUBJECT | NR OF PERIODS |
| MS 3 | 15 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
| SUBJECT | SCOPE OF INSTRUCTION | NR OF PERIODS |
| Military Science 3 | ||
| Human Rights | Articles and Provision in Human Rights | 2 |
| Map Reading / Land Navigation | Review on Marginal Info Military Grid Coordinate System Locating a point using a military Grid reference system Grid Reference Box Scale and Distance Directions, use of Compass | 8 |
| Introduction to Intelligence | Intro to Tactical Intel Intel cycle Collection phase of Intel cycle Counter Intelligence | 2 |
| Introduction to CMO | Definition of Terms Pillars of CMO | 1 |
| Basic Artillery Operations | Definition of Terms Artillery Support Capabilities | 2 |
| Basic Armor Operations | Definition of Terms Types of Armor assets and Capabilities | 2 |
| Basic Engineer Operations | Definition of Terms Engineer support capabilities | 2 |
| Weapons Training (Cal .45 Pistol) | Nomenclature Assembly and Disassembly Fundamentals of Marksmanship Familiarization Firing | 6 |
| Grenades (Hand & Rifle) | Definition of Terms Characteristics and capabilities | 2 |
| Observe Fire Procedure | Forward Observer Method of T & T Location Parts and elements of the Call for Fire Adjustment of Fire Types of Targets | 3 |
| Off – POI | ||
| Physical Training | Army PRT | 10 |
| Physical Fitness Test | 2 minutes push-ups 2 minutes sit-ups 2-mile run | 2 |
Military Science 31 & 32
This POI covers subjects for the ROTC Advance Course (MS-31 & MS-32) to be taken by incoming Advance ROTC Cadets for 28 days during summer. Seven (7) days each for the Academic Phases of MS-31 and MS-32. The Academic Phases (MS-31 & MS-32) will equip the cadets with knowledge and skills in advanced military science.
| SUBJECT | NR OF PERIODS |
| MS 31 | 30 |
| MS 32 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 60 |
| SUBJECT | SCOPE OF INSTRUCTION | NR OF PERIODS |
| Military Science 31 | ||
| AFP Code of Ethics | Preamble Article I – Identify Article II – AFP History Article III – The AFP Creed Article IV – Membership Article V – Professionalism Article VI – AFP Customs & Traditions Article VII – General Provisions | 4 |
| Military Correspondence | Definition Methods of Communication Military (Subj to) Letter Endorsements Non-military (Personal type) Ltr Disposition Form Routing Slip | 4 |
| Military Justice | Jurisdiction Selected Punitive Articles AW 105 Disciplinary Powers of the Commanding Officer | 4 |
| Laws of Land Warfare (International Humanitarian Law) | Terms of reference Control of Armed Conflict Command Responsibility Exercise of Command Conduct of Operation Neutrality Rules for behavior in action | 4 |
| Threats to National Security | Definition of Terms Types of Threats Types of Internal / External Threats and activities of the local community movement | 4 |
| Weapons | Mortar 81mm, M29 Mortar 60mm | 10 |
| Off – POI | ||
| Physical Training | Army PRT | 10 |
| Physical Fitness Test | 2 minutes push-ups 2 minutes sit-ups 2-mile run | 2 |
| Military Science 32 | ||
| Infantry Battalion Organization | Squad Organization Platoon Organization Company Organization | 4 |
| Bn Staff Functions Procedures | Battalion Staff Organization Types of Staff Functions of the Different Staff | 4 |
| Troop Leading Procedures | Definition of Terms Troop Leading Procedure Process | 4 |
| Combat Formation & Movement Techniques | Movement Formation Movement Techniques Danger Areas Infiltration Link-up Departure from friendly units | 6 |
| Patrolling | Reconnaissance Patrols Combat Patrols Ambuscades Raids | 4 |
| Method of Instruction | Fundamentals of Military Instruction Teaching Techniques Stages of Military Instruction Training Aids & Instructional Packages | 8 |
| Off – POI | ||
| Physical Training | Army PRT | 10 |
| Physical Fitness Test | 2 minutes push-ups 2 minutes sit-ups 2-mile run | 2 |
Military Science 41 & 42
This POI covers subjects for the Academic Phase of ROTC Advance Course (MS-41 & MS-42) which shall be taken by incoming 2nd Year Advance ROTC Cadets for 14 days during summer. The training will equip the cadet with knowledge and skills in advanced military science.
| SUBJECT | NR OF PERIODS |
| MS 41 | 30 |
| MS 42 | 30 |
| TOTAL | 60 |
| SUBJECT | SCOPE OF INSTRUCTION | NR OF PERIODS |
| Military Science 41 | ||
| Personnel Module | Personnel Administration Personnel Management MOWEL Procurement / Promotion / Demotion | 2 |
| Company Administration | Company Organization and Functions Morning Report Report of Changes Supply Management AW 105 Company Training Mess Management | 3 |
| Intelligence Reports and Report Writing | Formats and reports | 2 |
| Combat Operations | ||
| Airland Battle | Combat Power Tenets of Airland Battle Airland Battle Imperative | 2 |
| Principles of War | Principles of objectives Offensive Mace Economy of Force Manuever Unity of Command Security Surprise & Simplicity | 3 |
| Military Symbols and Overlay Technique | Map Symbols Unit sizeBranch or functionWeapons and EquipmentVehiclesLocationsPoints Overlay Techniques UsesPreparation | 5 |
| Combat Plans & Orders | Warning Order Operations Order Fragmentary Orders Supplementary Orders OPORD Writing | 3 |
| Platoon Offensive Operations | Offensive Fundamentals PurposeCharacteristics of Offensive OperationsPhases of Offensive OperationOffensive Framework Forms of Manuever Movement to contact Consolidation & re organization Practical Exercises | 3 |
| Platoon Defensive & Retrograde Operations | Defensive Fundamentals PurposeCharacteristics of the DefenseDefensive FrameworkDefensive PlanningTypes of Retrograde Operations | 2 |
| Combat Support Operation Module | Support Relationships Organic Combat Support (Company Level) GPMG, 7.62mm, M60Mortar 60mm Non-organic Combat Support Mortar 81mmField Artillery 105mm, 155mmClose Air Support | 3 |
| Combat Service Support Operation Module | Fundamentals Resupply Operations Soldiers Load Personnel Service Support Medical Support | 2 |
| Off – POI | ||
| Physical Training | Army PRT | 10 |
| Physical Fitness Test | 2 minutes push-ups 2 minutes sit-ups 2-mile run | 2 |
| Military Science 42 | ||
| Other Tactical Operations | Passage of Lines Relief in Place Link-ups River Crossing Stay Behind Operation | 3 |
| Special Operations | Introduction to Airmobile Operations Introduction to Military Operations in Urbanized Terrain Intro to SR Operation Intro to SF Operation | 3 |
| Combat Leadership | The human side of warfighting Stress in battle Battle fatigue The environment of combat Case study | 3 |
| Military Decision-making Process | Army Design Methodology Military Decision-making Process Receipt of Mission Mission Analysis Course of Action Development Course of Action Analysis Course of Action Comparison Course of Action Approval Assessments Operations Order Rehearsals | 9 |
| Tactical Exercise Without Troops | Platoon in the Offense Platoon in the Defense | 9 |
| Reservist Organization and Management | RA 7077 SOP Nr. 13 Active Duty Training of Reservist Officers as ROTC Instructors Commissioning of Reservists Mobilization Utilization of Reservists Accounting of Reservists | 3 |
| Off – POI | ||
| Physical Training | Army PRT | 10 |
| Physical Fitness Test | 2 minutes push-ups 2 minutes sit-ups 2-mile run | 2 |