[Revised] DUT Academic Calendar – 2026 Term Dates
The authority of the Durban University of Technology, DUT has released its academic calendar also known as term dates for 2026 academic sessions, freshers and returning students are to take note.
The academic calendar hints about Durban University of Technology, DUT resumption date for new and returning students 2025, examination date and other academic activities for the year.
See below, the academic calendar for sessional dates for the 2026 academic year.
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The academic calendar hints about Durban University of Technology, DUT resumption date for new and returning students 2025, examination date and other academic activities for the year.
See below, the academic calendar for sessional dates for the 2026 academic year.
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DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY ACADEMIC SCHEDULE FOR 2026 ACADEMIC SESSIONS
The academic calendar for 2026 academic session as approved by the authority of the Durban University of Technology, DUT.| Event | Date(s) | Notes / Duration |
|---|---|---|
| University Re-opens | January 5, 2026 | Administrative reopening. |
| Registration – New & Returning Students (UG & Coursework PG) | January 12 – February 6, 2026 | 4 weeks. Includes Undergraduate, and Master’s by Coursework (new & returning). |
| Registration – Full Research PG (New) | January 12 – July 31, 2026 | 29 weeks. For new Master’s/Doctoral research students. |
| Registration – Full Research PG (Returning) | January 12 – February 6, 2026 | 4 weeks. For returning research students. |
| Late Re-registration (PG Research Awaiting Results) | From day after March HDC meeting | 2-week window. For returning Master’s/Doctoral students who submitted by Nov 2, 2025, awaiting March HDC outcome. |
| FIRST SEMESTER LECTURES BEGIN | February 9, 2026 | Start of Semester 1 lectures. |
| ANNUAL PROGRAMME LECTURES BEGIN | February 9, 2026 | Start of lectures for annual programmes. |
| Mid-Semester Break (Semester 1 & Annual) | March 30 – April 2, 2026 | 4 days. |
| Final Date: Changes to 1st-Semester Modules | March 6, 2026 | Last date for changes (except cancellations). |
| Last Day to Cancel/De-register (1st Semester) | March 24, 2026 | After this date, it counts as a fail. Before/on this date, it’s a withdrawal. |
| Final Date: Changes to Annual Modules | April 13, 2026 | Last date for changes (except cancellations). |
| Midlands Autumn Graduation | May 11 – 13, 2026 | 3 days. |
| Durban Autumn Graduation | May 18 – 27, 2026 | 9 days. |
| FIRST SEMESTER LECTURES END | May 19, 2026 | End of Semester 1 lectures. |
| Study Period (First Semester) | May 20 – 24, 2026 | 5 days (inclusive of weekends). |
| Last Day to Cancel/De-register (Annual Programmes) | May 26, 2026 | After this date, it counts as a fail. Before/on this date, it’s a withdrawal. |
| MAIN EXAMS (First Semester) | May 25 – June 10, 2026 | 13 days. *No exams on Eid-ul-Adha (May 28).* |
| ANNUAL PROGRAMME LECTURES END | September 29, 2026 | End of lectures for annual programmes. |
| Study Period (Annual) | September 30 – October 4, 2026 | 5 days (inclusive of weekends). |
| MAIN EXAMS (Annual) | October 5 – 16, 2026 | 10 days. |
| Mid-Year Vacation | June 22 – July 10, 2026 | 3 weeks. |
| SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMS (First Semester) | July 6 – 13, 2026 | 6 days. |
| SECOND SEMESTER LECTURES BEGIN | July 13, 2026 | Start of Semester 2 lectures. |
| Final Date: Changes to 2nd-Semester Modules | August 7, 2026 | Last date for changes (except cancellations). |
| Last Day to Cancel/De-register (2nd Semester) | August 25, 2026 | After this date, it counts as a fail. Before/on this date, it’s a withdrawal. |
| Durban Spring Graduation | September 16 – 17, 2026 | 2 days. |
| Mid-Semester Break (Semester 2) | September 21 – 25, 2026 | 5 days. |
| SECOND SEMESTER LECTURES END | October 13, 2026 | End of Semester 2 lectures. |
| Study Period (Second Semester) | October 14 – 18, 2026 | 5 days (inclusive of weekends). |
| MAIN EXAMS (Second Semester) | October 19 – November 3, 2026 | 12 days. |
| SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMS (Annual) | November 16 – 20, 2026 | 5 days. |
| SUPPLEMENTARY EXAMS (Second Semester) | November 25 – December 2, 2026 | 6 days. |
| University Closure | December 21 – 31, 2026 | Year-end administrative closure. |
Examination Results Publication Dates
| Exam Session | Main Exams | Supplementary Exams | Special Exams |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | July 3, 2026 | July 27, 2026 | August 28, 2026 |
| Annual | November 6, 2026 | November 30, 2026 | February 24, 2027 |
| Second Semester | November 30, 2026 | December 18, 2026 | February 24, 2027 |
Academic Term Structure 2026
| Term | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | February 9 – March 27 | Part of Semester 1 |
| Term 2 | April 7 – June 19 | Part of Semester 1 |
| Term 3 | July 13 – September 18 | Part of Semester 2 |
| Term 4 | September 28 – December 18 | Part of Semester 2 |
