If you’re a student at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), it’s time to familiarise yourself with the academic calendar for the 2023/2024 session. Knowing key dates and activities helps you plan effectively, ensuring a smooth educational journey.
UNICAL Academic Calendar Breakdown
November 2023
- 25th: Arrival of new students
- 27th: Screening/registration of new students begins
December 2023
- 1st: Arrival of returning students
- 4th: Registration begins for returning students; Lectures begin for all students
- 11th – 12th: GSS Examination
- 18th – 20th: Supplementary and summer examination
- 21st: Christmas Break begins
January 2024
- 3rd: Returning of students from Christmas break
- 8th: Solemn assembly
- 8th – 12th: Continuous Assessment for all students
- 15th: Late registration begins for all students
- 17th: Inaugural lecture
- 18th – 19th: Orientation
- 25th: Late registration ends for all students
- 26th: Matriculation
- 29th: Add and drop courses end for all students
- 31st: Inaugural lecture
February 2024
- 14th: Inaugural lecture
- 19th – 23rd: Revision
- 19th – 24th: GSS Exams
- 26th: Exams begin for all students
March 2024
- 16th: Exam end for all students
- 18th – 23rd: Convocation
- 19th – 21st: EDC Exams
- 25th: End of semester/Easter break begins
April 2024
- 4th: End of Easter break/Resumption
- 5th: Returning of Students from Easter break
- 8th: Lecture begins for all students
Summary
- Duration of semester: 16 weeks
- Lectures: 11 weeks
- Examination: 5 weeks
- Total: 16 weeks
Conclusion
The UNICAL academic calendar is a vital tool for managing your studies and extracurricular activities. Ensure you note down these dates, attend all scheduled events, and keep abreast of any changes that may occur.
Stay informed and prepared to make the most of the academic year ahead at UNICAL.
