The academic calendar hints about Rhodes University, RU resumption date for new and returning students 2025, examination date and other academic activities for the year.
See below, the academic schedule for sessional dates for the 2025 academic year.
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RHODES UNIVERSITY SESSIONAL DATES FOR 2025 ACADEMIC SESSIONS
The academic calendar for 2025 academic session as approved by the senate of the Rhodes University, RU.2025 Rhodes University Academic Calendar
| Term/Event | Dates | Key Notes |
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| University Reopens | January 6, 2025 (Monday) | Professional and academic staff return. |
| Postgraduate Registration | January 13, 2025 (Monday) | Begins for postgraduate students. |
| First-Year Student Registration | February 1–2, 2025 (Saturday–Sunday) | Designated registration days. |
| Academic Orientation Week | February 2–6, 2025 (Sunday–Thursday) | For first-year students. |
| Undergraduate Lectures Begin | February 10, 2025 (Monday) | Classes start for undergraduates. |
| First Term | February 10 – March 28, 2025 | 7 teaching weeks. |
| Mid-Semester Vacation | March 29 – April 6, 2025 | Break between first and second terms. |
| Second Term | April 7 – June 13, 2025 | 6 teaching weeks. |
| Spring Recess | March 7–17, 2025 | Includes Easter recess (April 16–21, 2025). |
| Final Examinations (Semester 1) | May 5–10, 2025 | End of Semester 1. |
| Commencement | May 16–17, 2025 | Graduation ceremonies. |
| Mid-Year Vacation | June 14–29, 2025 | Break for winter vacation. |
| Third Term | June 30 – August 15, 2025 | 6 teaching weeks. |
| Fourth Term | August 25 – November 14, 2025 | 7 teaching weeks. |
| Final Examinations (Semester 2) | November 17–22, 2025 | End of Semester 2. |
| Graduation for M and PhD Graduates | October 10, 2025 | Special ceremony. |
Key Submission Deadlines
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Initial Fee Payment:
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Returning students: January 17, 2025.
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First-year students: January 24, 2025.
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Mid-Semester Assessment Papers: Submit by March 7, 2025.
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Final Assessment Question Papers: Submit by April 11, 2025.
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Exam Results Finalization:
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Semester 1: By May 12, 2025.
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Semester 2: By November 24, 2025.
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Registration & Orientation
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Postgraduate Registration: Begins January 13, 2025.
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First-Year Student Orientation: February 2–6, 2025.
Public Holidays
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Human Rights Day (21 March), Youth Day (16 June), Heritage Day (24 September), Day of Reconciliation (16 December), Christmas (25 December), and Day of Goodwill (26 December).
Notes
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Changes: Rhodes University reserves the right to modify dates without notice.
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Program-Specific Details: Check faculty-specific schedules for exams, submissions, and other deadlines.
- For information and inquiries, you can contact the Rhodes University, RU by visiting the institution’s official website.
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