Atiba University Unveils 2024/2025 Academic Calendar: Key Dates for Students and Staff

Atiba University has officially released the academic calendar for the 2024/2025 academic session, providing students, staff, and the entire university community with essential dates to prepare for the year ahead. From resumption dates to examinations and holidays, the detailed calendar ensures a smooth and well-organized academic year.

Key Highlights of the 2024/2025 Academic Calendar

Resumption and Orientation Dates

• 25–27 September 2024: Resumption for UTME/DE freshers and final-year students (3 days).
• 2–7 October 2024: Orientation programme for new students (4 days).
• 9–11 October 2024: Resumption for returning students after the end-of-session break (2 days).

First Semester Schedule

• 14 October 2024 – 10 January 2025: Start of first semester lectures for all students (14 weeks).
• 1–15 November 2024: Course registration period for all students (2 weeks).
• 25 November – 2 December 2024: Submission of first semester examination questions (1 week).
• 12–19 December 2024: General continuous assessment tests for the first semester (1 week).
• 20 December 2024 – 5 January 2025: End-of-year break (2 weeks).
• 6–17 January 2025: Resumption and continuation of first semester lectures (2 weeks).
• 20–24 January 2025: Lecture review week (1 week).
• 27 January – 7 February 2025: First semester examinations (2 weeks).
• 7–21 February 2025: First semester break (2 weeks).

Second Semester Schedule

• 24 February 2025: Resumption from first semester break for all students (1 day).
• 25 February – 3 March 2025: Course registration period for second semester (1 week).
• 25 February – 16 May 2025: Second semester lectures (12 weeks).
• 7–11 April 2025: Submission of second semester examination questions (1 week).
• 19–23 May 2025: Lecture review week (1 week).
• 26 May – 6 June 2025: Second semester examinations (2 weeks).
• 9 June – 5 September 2025: End-of-session break (12 weeks).

Public Holidays and Special Events

• 1 October 2024: Independence Day.
• 25 December 2024: Christmas Day.
• 26 December 2024: Boxing Day.
• 1 January 2025: New Year’s Day.
• 18 April 2025: Good Friday.
• 21 April 2025: Easter Monday.
• 1 May 2025: National Workers’ Day.
• 12 June 2025: Democracy Day.
• 7–8 June 2025: Id el Kabir.
• 5 September 2025: Id el Maulud.

Summer and Other Activities

• 23 June – 1 July 2025: Project defence for final-year students (1 week).
• 24 June – 17 August 2025: Summer classes (8 weeks).
• 19–30 August 2025: Summer examinations (2 weeks).

Important University Meetings

• 25 March 2025: Departmental board meeting for first semester results.
• 27 March 2025: Faculty board meeting for first semester results.
• 2 April 2025: Senate meeting for first semester examination results.
• 2 September 2025: Departmental board meeting for second semester results.
• 4 September 2025: Faculty board meeting for second semester results.
• 16 September 2025: Senate meeting for final sessional results.

Resumption for 2025/2026 Academic Session

• 24–27 September 2025: Resumption for UTME/DE freshers (4 days).
• 2–4 October 2025: Resumption for returning students (3 days).

Plan Ahead for a Smooth Academic Year

Atiba University’s academic calendar is a valuable tool for students and staff to stay organized throughout the academic session. Whether you’re preparing for lectures, exams, or breaks, the calendar helps you manage your time effectively and stay on track with your academic goals.

Be sure to mark these dates in your diary to avoid any scheduling conflicts, and get ready for a productive and successful year at Atiba University!

Stay updated on the latest news and events by following Atiba University’s official channels.

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