The University of Westminster's academic year is divided into two semesters. Key dates are detailed below.
2025–2026 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.
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Saturday 13 September (from 10am) | University housing check-in |
| Monday 15 September–Friday 19 September | Arrivals Week (the first event will be a welcome presentation on Monday 15 September) |
| Monday 22 September | Class begin |
| Friday 12 December | Classes end |
| Saturday 13 December–Sunday 4 January | Student vacation |
| Monday 5 January–Friday 16 January | Semester 1 exam period (Full year students only) |
| Saturday 10 January (by 10am) | Final university housing check-out for Semester 1 students |
| TBC February 2026 | Publication of results: transcripts will normally be issued 1-2 weeks after this date |
Please note: Students studying in Semester 1 will only be given an alternative assessment in the case of a module with an in-person exam held during 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 also be scheduled for January. These details 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 ends at the official end date of the semester. Any student selecting the option to live in University housing does so on the express understanding that they are liable for the full contracted period.
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Saturday 10 January (from 2pm) | University housing check-in |
| Monday 12 January–Friday 16 January | Arrivals Week (the first event will be a welcome presentation on Monday 12 January) |
| Monday 19 January | Classes begin |
| Friday 10 April | Classes end |
| Saturday 11 April–Sunday 26 April | Student vacation |
| Monday 27 April–Friday 8 May 2026 | Semester 2 Exam period |
| Saturday 23 May 2026 (by 10am) | Final university accommodation check-out for Full Year and Semester 2 students |
| TBC June 2026 | Publication of results: transcripts will normally be issued 1-2 weeks after this date |