All You Need to Know About FUTA’s Academic Schedule for the 2024/2025 Session

The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has officially published its academic calendar for the 2024/2025 session, detailing essential dates for all undergraduate students. This guide provides a thorough breakdown of the semester timelines, key events, and important registration and exam periods, ensuring students can plan and stay informed throughout the academic year.

FUTA Academic Calendar for the First Semester 2024/2025

Below are the significant dates and events for the first semester, including registration, holidays, and examinations:

Registration and Resumption

• Monday, 25th November 2024:

• The online registration portal opens, allowing all undergraduate students to begin their registration.
• Convocation programs also continue on this date, marking the celebration of academic achievements at FUTA.

• Saturday, 30th November 2024:

• The convocation ceremonies conclude, wrapping up a week of events celebrating new graduates.

• Sunday, 8th December 2024:

• Students are expected to arrive on campus for the semester.
• Registration activities continue as students settle in and prepare for the academic year.

Start of Lectures and Orientation

• Monday, 16th December 2024:

• Normal registration closes for students who haven’t yet completed the process.

• Late registration commences for those unable to register earlier, with an added fee.

• Orientation activities and lectures for new students begin, helping them acclimate to university life.

• Friday, 20th December 2024:

• Late registration officially ends, concluding the registration period for the first semester.

Holidays and Breaks

• Wednesday, 25th – Thursday, 26th December 2024:

• Christmas holidays; there will be a break in academic activities as students celebrate with family and friends.

• Wednesday, 1st January 2025:

• New Year holiday; students and faculty observe this as a public holiday to celebrate the start of 2025.

Lectures and Academic Events

• Monday, 6th January 2025:

• Lectures officially resume after the holiday period.

• Wednesday, 29th January 2025:

• The matriculation ceremony is held, officially welcoming new students into the university community.

• Thursday, 30th January – Saturday, 1st February 2025:

• Mid-semester break; students take a brief pause from lectures, allowing them time for rest or personal study.

• Monday, 3rd February 2025:

• Lectures resume after the mid-semester break, continuing the academic momentum.

End of Lectures and Examinations

• Friday, 28th March 2025:

• Lectures for the first semester conclude, marking the end of regular classes.

• Monday, 31st March – Friday, 4th April 2025:

• Lecture-free week; students use this time for preparation and revision ahead of exams.

• Monday, 7th April – Saturday, 19th April 2025:

• First semester examinations take place over two weeks. Students are expected to attend their scheduled exams.

• Monday, 21st April 2025:

• Semester break begins, giving students a chance to rest before the second semester.

First Semester Summary

The first semester spans 18 weeks, including:

• 15 weeks dedicated to lectures,

• 1 week as a lecture-free period for exam preparation, and

• 2 weeks for semester examinations.

FUTA Academic Calendar for the Second Semester 2024/2025

Outlined below are the dates and events for the second semester, from registration to final exams.

Registration and Resumption

• Monday, 12th May 2025:

• Online registration opens for the second semester, allowing students to prepare for the new term.

• Monday, 19th May 2025:

• Arrival of students on campus for the second semester.

• Lectures begin for all students, marking the start of the academic term.

• Friday, 23rd May 2025:

• Regular registration period closes, and students who miss this deadline will need to register during the late registration period.

Late Registration

• Monday, 26th May 2025:

• Late registration opens for students who missed the regular registration period.

• Friday, 30th May 2025:

• Late registration officially ends.

Mid-Semester Break

• Thursday, 10th – Saturday, 12th July 2025:

• Mid-semester break; a brief pause from academic activities allows students a chance to recharge.

• Monday, 14th July 2025:

• Lectures resume after the mid-semester break.

End of Lectures and Examination Period

• Friday, 29th August 2025:

• Lectures for the second semester come to an end.

• Monday, 1st September – Friday, 5th September 2025:

• Lecture-free week; students use this time for revision and exam preparation.

• Monday, 8th September 2025:

• Second semester examinations commence, spanning a two-week period.

• Saturday, 20th September 2025:

• Exams conclude, marking the end of the academic term.

• Monday, 22nd September 2025:

• Session break begins, signaling the official end of the 2024/2025 academic session.

Second Semester Summary

The second semester is also 18 weeks long, comprising:

• 15 weeks of lectures,

• 1 week as a lecture-free period, and

• 2 weeks for final examinations.

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