Ulster University Term Dates for the academic year are here. Expect two welcome weeks, four vacation periods, six exam blocks, and winter and summer graduations. This student calendar covers semester start/end dates, teaching begins, revision week, and supplementary examinations.
Ulster University Term Dates 2026/2027
Here is the complete Ulster University Term Dates 2026/2027 calendar.
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome Week | Monday 14 September 2026 | Lasts 5 days until Friday 18 September 2026 |
| Autumn Semester | Monday 21 September 2026 | Lasts 124 days until Friday 22 January 2027 |
| Teaching Begins | Monday 21 September 2026 | — |
| Winter Graduations | Tuesday 8 December 2026 | Lasts 9 days until Wednesday 16 December 2026 |
| Christmas Vacation | Monday 14 December 2026 | Lasts 19 days until Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Autumn Examinations Begin | Wednesday 6 January 2027 | — |
| Spring Semester | Monday 25 January 2027 | Lasts 124 days until Friday 28 May 2027 |
| Easter Vacation | Monday 22 March 2027 | Lasts 12 days until Friday 2 April 2027 |
| Revision Week | Tuesday 4 May 2027 | Lasts 4 days until Friday 7 May 2027 |
| Spring Examinations Begin | Monday 10 May 2027 | — |
| Summer Graduations | Tuesday 29 June 2027 | Lasts 11 days until Friday 9 July 2027 |
| Summer Semester (Intensive) | Monday 19 July 2027 | Lasts 54 days until Friday 10 September 2027 |
| Supplementary Examinations | Wednesday 11 August 2027 | Lasts 9 days until Thursday 19 August 2027 |
| Summer Examinations Begin | Monday 30 August 2027 | — |
Ulster University Term Dates 2027/2028
Now for the Ulster University Term Dates 2027/2028.
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Introductory Period | Monday 13 September 2027 | Lasts 5 days until Friday 17 September 2027 |
| Autumn Semester | Monday 20 September 2027 | Lasts 124 days until Friday 21 January 2028 |
| Christmas Vacation | Monday 13 December 2027 | Lasts 22 days until Monday 3 January 2028 |
| Autumn Examinations Begin | Tuesday 4 January 2028 | Lasts 10 days until Friday 14 January 2028 |
| Spring Semester | Monday 24 January 2028 | Lasts 124 days until Friday 26 May 2028 |
| Easter Vacation | Friday 14 April 2028 | Lasts 15 days until Friday 28 April 2028 |
| Revision Week | Tuesday 2 May 2028 | Lasts 4 days until Friday 5 May 2028 |
| Spring Examinations Begin | Monday 8 May 2028 | Lasts 12 days until Friday 19 May 2028 |
| Summer Semester (Intensive) | Monday 24 July 2028 | Lasts 54 days until Friday 15 September 2028 |
| Supplementary Examinations | Wednesday 16 August 2028 | Lasts 9 days until Thursday 24 August 2028 |
| Summer Examinations Begin | Monday 4 September 2028 | Lasts 5 days until Friday 8 September 2028 |
| Teaching Begins | Wednesday 20 September 2028 | — |
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Ulster University Semester Dates Overview
Let’s break down the Ulster University Semester Dates at a glance. Both academic years follow a familiar rhythm: three semesters, each with clear teaching and assessment windows.
Autumn Semester kicks off in late September and stretches roughly 124 days into January. It’s the longest, most demanding stretch of the year. Spring Semester mirrors that length, running from late January to late May. Then there’s the intensive Summer Semester, a compact 54-day block starting mid-July — popular with postgraduate and resit students.
Ulster University Holidays & Vacations
| Holiday | 2026/27 | 2027/28 |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Vacation | 14 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027 | 13 Dec 2027 – 3 Jan 2028 |
| Easter Vacation | 22 Mar – 2 Apr 2027 | 14 Apr – 28 Apr 2028 |
Ulster University Examination Dates
| Exam Type | 2026/27 | 2027/28 |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Examinations | 6 Jan 2027 | 4–14 Jan 2028 |
| Spring Examinations | 10 May 2027 | 8–19 May 2028 |
| Supplementary Examinations | 11–19 Aug 2027 | 16–24 Aug 2028 |
| Summer Examinations | 30 Aug 2027 | 4–8 Sep 2028 |
Ulster University Graduation Dates
Graduation day is the payoff. Ulster holds two ceremonies each academic year.
Winter Graduations run 8–16 December 2026 — a festive finish for autumn completers.
Summer Graduations follow 29 June – 9 July 2027. If you’re finishing in summer, that’s your moment.
Check your faculty’s specific ceremony slot closer to the time, as exact days vary by school.
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Official University Source
Always check the official Ulster University term dates before making plans.
FAQs
Yes. It runs for five days before teaching begins, helping new students settle in.
Autumn semester begins in late September and runs for roughly 124 days.
It lasts around three weeks, giving students a proper winter break.
Yes. It falls in spring and lasts roughly two weeks before exams.
They run in August for students who need to resit.
UK University Holidays is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with Ulster University. All Ulster University term dates are provided for guidance only and may be subject to change. Always confirm details directly with Ulster University’s official calendar.
Also check: Queen’s University Belfast Term Dates