Bournemouth University Term Dates are officially confirmed, covering four main holiday periods across the academic year. From winter break and spring break to Christmas, Easter, and summer vacation dates, you’ll find the full BU term schedule here.
Bournemouth University Term Dates 2026/2027
Below are the Bournemouth University Term Dates for the 2026/27 academic year.
Undergraduate Academic Dates
January Entry – Level 4 Only
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Spring Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 25 January 2027 | 20 March to 11 April 2027 | 31 July 2027 |
September Entry
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Winter Break | Spring Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 21 September 2026 | 19 December 2026 to 10 January 2027 | 20 March to 11 April 2027 | 25 June 2027 (9 July for courses with fieldwork/practice/placement) |
Postgraduate Academic Dates
September Start
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Winter Break | Spring Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 21 September 2026 | 19 December 2026 – 10 January 2027 | 20 March – 11 April 2027 | 20 September 2027 |
January Start – One-Year Full-Time Courses
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Spring Break | Winter Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 25 January 2027 | 20 March – 11 April 2027 | 18 December 2027 – 9 January 2028 | 24 January 2028 |
January Start – 16-Month Full-Time Courses
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Spring Break | Winter Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 25 January 2027 | 20 March – 11 April 2027 | 19 December 2027 – 9 January 2028 | 2 June 2028 |
Bournemouth University Term Dates 2027/2028
Below are the Bournemouth University Term Dates for the 2027/28 academic year.
Undergraduate September Entry
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Winter Break | Spring Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | 20 September 2027 | 18 December 2027 to 9 January 2028 | 1 April to 23 April 2028 | 23 June 2028 (7 July for courses with fieldwork/practice/placement) |
Postgraduate September Start
| Academic Year | Start of Academic Year | Winter Break | Spring Break | End of Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | 20 September 2027 | 18 December 2027 – 9 January 2028 | 1 April – 23 April 2028 | 19 September 2028 |
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Bournemouth University Term Dates 2028/2029
Bournemouth University has not yet published confirmed term dates for the 2028/29 academic year. Based on the established pattern, September entry typically begins in the third week of September, with winter break running from mid-December to early January, spring break from late March to mid-April, and the academic year concluding in late June.
Bournemouth University Holidays 2026, 2027, 2028
| Holiday Period | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Break | 20 Dec 2025 – 11 Jan 2026 | 19 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027 | 18 Dec 2027 – 9 Jan 2028 |
| Spring Break | 28 Mar – 19 Apr 2026 | 20 Mar – 11 Apr 2027 | 1 Apr – 23 Apr 2028 |
| Christmas Break | 20 Dec 2025 – 11 Jan 2026 | 19 Dec 2026 – 10 Jan 2027 | 18 Dec 2027 – 9 Jan 2028 |
| Easter Break | 3 – 6 Apr 2026 | 26 – 29 Mar 2027 | 14 – 17 Apr 2028 |
Bournemouth University Semester Dates 2026/27
- Autumn semester start: 21 September 2026
- Winter break begins: 19 December 2026
- Winter break ends: 10 January 2027
- Spring semester start: 10 January 2027
- Spring break begins: 20 March 2027
- Spring break ends: 11 April 2027
- End of academic year (undergraduate): 25 June 2027 (9 July for placement, fieldwork or practice courses)
- End of academic year (postgraduate): 20 September 2027
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FAQs
Term dates vary by course level and entry point. Undergraduate September entry typically starts in late September, while January starters begin in late January.
Most students start in September, with January entry available for specific courses. Start dates fall in the third or fourth week of the month.
BU has three main holiday periods: winter break, spring break, and summer vacation. Christmas and Easter bank holidays also apply.
Spring break typically falls between late March and mid-April, depending on the academic year.
Yes, courses with fieldwork, practice, or placement components may have extended end dates. Check with your faculty for specific placement dates.
This information is provided for general guidance only. Bournemouth University Term dates are subject to change. Always verify dates directly with the official university website before making travel or accommodation arrangements. UK University Holidays is not affiliated with Bournemouth University.
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