Below, you’ll find University of Hertfordshire Term Dates, Semester dates, Holidays, and key dates from the academic calendar, including Herts term dates, Semester A/B/C dates, Christmas vacation, Easter vacation, exam periods, and a downloadable academic calendar PDF.
University of Hertfordshire Term Dates 2026/2027
Below are the University of Hertfordshire Term Dates for the 2026/27 academic year.
Term Dates (2026/27)
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn | Monday 28 September 2026 – Friday 18 December 2026 |
| Spring | Monday 11 January 2027 – Friday 19 March 2027 |
| Summer | Monday 5 April 2027 – Friday 30 July 2027 |
Semester Dates (2026/27)
University of Hertfordshire Term Dates 2027/2028
The university hasn’t published the full University of Hertfordshire Term Dates 2027/28 calendar in the same detail as 2026/27 just yet. Based on historical patterns and the published 2026/27 structure, expect the academic year to follow a similar rhythm: late September start for Semester A, mid-to-late January for Semester B, and mid-May for Semester C. Keep an eye on the official Herts page for updates; they typically publish the following year’s dates about 12 months ahead.
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University of Hertfordshire Term Dates 2028/2029
The University of Hertfordshire Term Dates for 2028/29 aren’t published yet. Universities usually confirm these two years out. Bookmark the official source and check back—this section will be updated the moment Herts releases the calendar.
University of Hertfordshire Holidays & Vacation Weeks
| Holiday/Vacation | 2026/27 Dates |
|---|---|
| Christmas vacation | Integral to Semester A (three weeks) |
| Easter vacation | Integral to Semester B (two weeks) |
| Summer break | Determined by programme during Semester C |
| University closure (Christmas) | From 12:00 on Thursday 24 December 2026 until 08:30 on Monday 4 January 2027 |
| Additional closure | Tuesday 31 August 2027 |
Public Holidays & University Closure Dates
These are the bank holidays and university closure dates that affect campus access and services during the 2026/27 academic year.
| Holiday | 2026/27 Date |
|---|---|
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | Monday 28 December 2026 |
| New Year’s Day | Friday 1 January 2027 |
| Easter (Good Friday) | Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 29 March 2027 |
| Early May Bank Holiday | Monday 3 May 2027 |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Monday 31 May 2027 |
| Summer Bank Holiday | Monday 30 August 2027 |
Exam Periods & Assessment Windows
Exam periods and assessment dates are the bits everyone actually wants to know. Here’s how they fall for 2026/27:
| Assessment | Window |
|---|---|
| Semester A exams | Monday 18 January 2027 – Saturday 23 January 2027 |
| Semester B exams | Week of 10 May 2027 (Saturday exams possible 8 May) |
| Semester C exams | Monday 6 September 2027 – Friday 10 September 2027 |
Referred & Deferred Assessment Dates
Referred and deferred assessments have their own windows. These are for students who need to resit or complete assessments later.
| Assessment Type | 2026/27 Window |
|---|---|
| Semester A & B referred/deferred | Thursday 24 June 2027 – Friday 2 July 2027 |
| Semester C referred/deferred | Monday 6 September 2027 – Friday 10 September 2027 |
Download Academic Calendars (PDF)
The official University of Hertfordshire calendar PDF for 2026/27 is available here:
Academic-Calendar-2026-2027 →
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FAQs
Yes, both. Herts operates on a semester system (A, B, C) for teaching and assessment, but publishes term dates (autumn, spring, summer) as well. They’re two ways of looking at the same academic year.
Yes. The university schedules Saturday exams for certain students during Semester A and B exam periods. Don’t assume weekends are always free.
Yes. Semester A includes a three-week Christmas vacation as an integral part of the 17-week block. It’s not an add-on.
Welcome Week includes induction activities and social events. For most students, it begins on 28 September, with some courses starting teaching the following week.
The university reserves the right to make adjustments. While major changes are rare, you should always verify against the official Herts page before making irreversible plans.
UK University Holidays is an independent information service. We are not affiliated with the University of Hertfordshire. All University of Hertfordshire Term Dates are sourced from publicly available university publications and are subject to change by the institution. Always verify critical dates directly with the University of Hertfordshire.
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