Established as a hub of academic excellence, the Kwara State University (KWASU) is renowned for its commitment to delivering a world-class education to its students. As we approach the new academic year, KWASU has unveiled its academic calendar for the 2023/2024 session. This post will guide students, faculty, and stakeholders through the important dates and events for both the Harmattan and Rain semesters.
Harmattan Semester 2023/2024
Student Onboarding and Registration
- Monday, 23rd October 2023: Online registration and orientation for students commence.
- Monday, 13th November 2023: The deadline for online class registration.
Academic Engagements and Assessments
- Thursday, 23rd November 2023: Official start of classes.
- Monday, 29th November to Friday, 5th January 2024: Scheduled mid-semester break.
- Thursday, 25th January 2024: Continuous Assessment (CA) week begins.
Examinations and Administrative Engagements
- Saturday, 10th February 2024: Start of end-of-semester examinations.
- Saturday, 9th March 2024: Examinations conclude.
- Thursday, 21st March 2024: Faculty and departmental grades are deliberated.
- Tuesday, 26th March 2024: The senate convenes for grade approval.
- Thursday, 11th April 2024: Electronic release of semester results.
Rain Semester 2023/2024
Student Engagement and Course Management
- Monday, 15th April 2024: The commencement of the Rain semester. Students are allowed to add or drop courses.
- Monday, 29th May 2024: Last day to add or drop courses.
Special Semester Activities
- Monday, 29th May to Saturday, 1st June 2024: Special examinations for the preceding Harmattan semester.
- Thursday, 13th June to Friday, 14th June 2024: Mid-semester break.
Teaching and Learning Milestones
- Saturday, 20th July 2024: CA week.
- Monday, 22nd July 2024: Examinations for the Rain semester begin.
- Saturday, 17th August 2024: Examinations come to a close.
Administrative Engagements and Result Release
- Thursday, 29th August 2024: Discussion on faculty and departmental grades.
- Tuesday, 3rd September 2024: Senate meeting for grade approvals.
- Thursday, 19th September 2024: Results are released electronically to the student community.
In summary, KWASU’s academic calendar for the 2023/2024 session is thoughtfully designed to ensure a streamlined experience for all stakeholders. By adhering to this schedule, students can strategise their academic pursuits, achieving excellence in their endeavours.
For further enquiries or clarification regarding the academic calendar, please reach out to the KWASU administrative department.