The University of Uyo officially presents the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Academic Calendar, a clear document that will direct all activities and events of students and lecturers of the institution for the session.
The academic calendar have beeen approved by the University Senate to ensure that every lecture, holiday, and examination is perfectly timed. By following this calendar, the university maintains a high standard of excellence, ensuring that both students and staff can plan their year accordingly.
UNIUYO Approved Academic Calendar 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Sessions
First Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
Nov 3rd, 2025 | Commencement of First Semester 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Session |
Nov 3 - Nov 5, 2025 | Registration without Penalty (3 Weeks) |
Nov 24 - Dec 5 | Late registration with Penalty (2 Weeks) |
Nov 3 - Dec 19, 2025 | Lectures continue for all undergraduate and Postgraduate students |
Dec 15 – Dec 19, 2025 | Orientation for new students |
Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 02, 2026 | Christmas break (2 weeks) |
Jan 05 – Feb 13, 2026 | Continuation of lectures for all students after the Christmas break (6 weeks) |
Feb 16 – Feb 20, 2026 | Revision exercise for the First Semester examinations |
Feb 23 – Mar 06, 2026 | First Semester examinations for undergraduate and postgraduate students (2 weeks) |
Mar 09 – Mar 20, 2026 | First Semester holidays for all students (2 weeks) |
Second Semester:
DATES | EVENTS |
|---|---|
Mar 23, 2026 | Commencement of the Second Semester for both sessions |
Mar 23 – April 10, 2026 | Registration without penalty (3 weeks) |
April 13 – April 24, 2026 | Registration with penalty (2 weeks) |
Mar 23 – June 12, 2026 | Lectures for undergraduate and postgraduate students (12 weeks) |
June 15 – June 19, 2026 | Students’ Union Week |
June 22 – June 26, 2026 | June 22 – June 26, 2026 |
June 29 – July 10, 2026 | Second Semester examinations (2 weeks) |
July 13 – Aug 21, 2026 | Long vacation period – Retake and Amnesty Examinations |
Breakdown of the UNIUYO 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Academic Calendar
The University of Uyo (UNIUYO) has a total of 34 weeks for the joint academic sessions. 17 weeks are cordially allotted to the first semester, covering all events, including revision and examination. Another 17 weeks for the second semester, with exciting events such as the student union week and others.
Students should take note of the normal registration window and the window that comes with a penalty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the penalty for late course registration?
A. Late registration attracts an extra fee of 2,000 Naira that will be paid by generating an invoice in the school portal.
Q. Is the orientation compulsory for all newly admitted students?
A. Yes, as a newly admitted student, it is important to attend the orientation programme organised by the University, as this is because at the event you are given all the information you need to know about the University of Uyo and the opportunity to ask all your questions.
Q. What happens during the student union week?
A. It is a week devoted completely to students, they carry out activities such as cultural day, costume day, rag day, etc.
Q. Does UNIUYO follow the calendar in this order until the end of the session?
A. Some dates on the calendar can be slightly adjusted, or a situation like strike action can put the calendar on hold.
Q. How long is the mid semester holiday?
A. The break between the first and second semester is just for two weeks.
