The University of Westminster's academic year is divided into two semesters. Key dates are detailed below.
2024–25 Semester dates
These approved dates are accurate at the time of publishing, but can be subject to alteration.
The dates of the programme follow those of the University’s academic year. If you choose to study with us in Semester 1 (Fall) and you need to return to re-commence your degree at your home school in January, our programme is designed to facilitate this
Semester 1 – Fall 2024
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Saturday 14 September (from 10am) | University accommodation check-in |
| Monday 16 September – Friday 20 September | Arrivals Week (the first event will be a welcome presentation on Monday 16 September) |
| Monday 23 September | Class begin |
| Friday 13 December | Classes end |
| Saturday 14 December – Sunday 5 January | Student vacation |
| Monday 6 – Friday 17 January | Semester 1 Exam Period (full-year students only) |
| Saturday 11 January (by 10am) | Final university accommodation check-out for Semester 1 students |
| Tuesday 25 February | Publication of results: transcripts for Semester 2 and full-year students will be released from this date |
Please note: Students studying in Semester 1 only will be set an alternative assessment in the case of a module with an in-person exam held in the University’s exam period. This means it should be possible to leave London before the start of the winter vacation, with only the requirement to complete any assessment that can be completed remotely remaining. For example, some coursework assessment deadlines may be set in January. If students need to leave London before these deadlines, it may be in their best interests to complete the assessment before they leave. Some online timed assessments may be also scheduled for January. The details of these are normally released on the day of the assessment with students given up to 24 hours to complete.
Please also note: Semester 1 contract dates for housing end at the official end date of the semester, Any student selecting the option to live in University accommodation does so on the express understanding that they are liable for the full contracted period.
Semester 2 – Spring 2025
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Saturday 11 January (from 2pm) | University accommodation check-in |
| Monday 13 January – Friday 17 January | Arrivals Week (the first event will be a welcome presentation on Monday 16 September) |
| Monday 20 January | Class begin |
| Friday 11 April | Classes end |
| Saturday 12 April – Sunday 27 April | Student vacation |
| Friday 2 May – Friday 16 May | Semester 2 Exam Period |
| Saturday 24 May (by 10am) | Final university accommodation check-out for Semester 2 students |
| Thursday 19 June | Publication of results: transcripts will normally be issued 1-2 weeks after this date |