WSU Academic Calendar – 2026 Term Dates
The authority of the Walter Sisulu University, WSU has released its academic calendar also known as almanac for 2026 academic sessions, freshers and returning students are to take note.
The academic calendar hints about Walter Sisulu University, WSU 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 2026 academic year.
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The academic calendar hints about Walter Sisulu University, WSU 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 2026 academic year.
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WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC SCHEDULE FOR 2026 ACADEMIC SESSIONS
The academic calendar for 2026 academic session as approved by the authority of the Cape Peninsula Walter Sisulu University, WSU. There will be alternative summative assessment methods if Examinations do not take place on campuses due to the global pandemic| Event / Period | Date(s) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| University Re-opens (Admin & Lecturing Staff) | January 5, 2026 | Start of Term 1 for staff. |
| Special Examinations (2025) | January 19, 2026 | Commencement date. |
| Special Exam Results (2025) | January 30, 2026 | Publication date. |
| Online Registration (PG Jan Cohort) | See Notes | Commences and ends in January (specific dates not provided in extract). |
| Online Applications Open | June 1, 2026 | For 2027 intake. |
| Orientation for FTENs | February 2 – 6, 2026 | For First-Time Entering Students. |
| VC’s University Opening Address | February 6, 2026 | Mthatha Campus, 10:00. |
| Lectures Commence | February 9, 2026 | Start of classes for Term 1. |
| State of Faculty Addresses | February 9 – 19, 2026 | Held at 16:00 for each faculty (FEFS, FLHSS, FNS, FMHS, FMPAS, FEBEIT, FED). |
| Closing Date: Subject Exemptions (Yr & 2nd Sem) | February 10, 2026 | |
| Deadline: Module Assessment Criteria | February 20, 2026 | Submission to Faculty Office & Exams. |
| Standard Examinations (1st Semester) | May 20 – June 9, 2026 | |
| May/Autumn Graduation Ceremonies | May 4 – 8, 2026 | Central ceremonies. |
| Supplementary Examinations | July 6 – 10, 2026 | |
| Term 3 Commences | July 20, 2026 | Start for staff and classes. |
| Special Examinations | July 30, 2026 | |
| Closing Date: Applications (International) | September 30, 2026 | For 2027 intake. |
| September/Spring Graduation Ceremonies | September 25, 2026 | |
| Closing Date: Applications (RSA) | October 31, 2026 | For 2027 intake. |
| Standard Examinations (Yr & 2nd Sem) | October 28 – November 19, 2026 | |
| Supplementary Examinations (Yr End) | December 7 – 11, 2026 | |
| Special Examinations (2026) | January 18, 2027 |
WSU 2026 Term Dates
| Term | Staff & Admin Dates | Class Dates | Key Periods Within Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Jan 5 – Mar 27 | Feb 9 – Mar 27 | Study Week: Not specified. Public Holiday: Human Rights Day (Mar 21). |
| Term 2 | Apr 7 – Jun 26 | Apr 13 – May 13* | Study Week: May 13 – 19. Assessments: May 20 – Jun 9. Results Published: Jun 26. Public Holidays: Good Friday (Apr 3), Family Day (Apr 6), Freedom Day (Apr 27), Workers’ Day (May 1), University Holiday (proposed, Jun 15), Youth Day (Jun 16). |
| Term 3 | Jul 20 – Aug 28 | Jul 20 – Aug 28 | Public Holidays: Women’s Day (Aug 9), Public Holiday (Aug 10). |
| Term 4 | Sep 7 – Dec 18 | Sep 7 – Oct 16 | Study Week: Oct 21 – 27. Assessments: Oct 28 – Nov 19. Results Published: Dec 2. Public Holidays: Heritage Day (Sep 24), Day of Reconciliation (Dec 16), Christmas Day (Dec 25), Day of Goodwill (Dec 26). |
**Note: The document states “CLASSES COMMENCE 13 May” for Term 2, which seems contradictory as the term starts April 7. This may be an error or refer to a specific programme start. The primary lecture start for Term 1 is February 9.*
Key Administrative Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Closing date for Year & 1st semester subject cancellation & addition. | Date not explicitly stated in extract. |
| Closing date for submission of outstanding project/research results from previous year. | February 13, 2026 |
| Online registration for new and returning Masters and PhDs (July cohort) commences. | Date not explicitly stated in extract. |
| Online registration/subject addition for 2nd-semester modules ends. | Date not explicitly stated in extract. |
| Closing date: applications for exemptions for 2nd semester modules. | August 21, 2026 |
