ATC Academic Calendar

Aarhus Technical College, located in Denmark, follows a structured academic calendar based on a semester system, typical of many European universities. The academic year is divided into two main semesters: the Autumn Semester, which generally begins in late August or early September and runs through December, and the Spring Semester, starting in late January or early February and concluding in June. This structure includes periods for examinations at the end of each semester and incorporates breaks aligned with national holidays, such as Christmas and Easter. A unique feature of Aarhus Technical College is its emphasis on project-based learning, which may include intensive modular terms or workshops during specific weeks within the semester.

• Autumn Semester Start: September 1, 2025 (orientation for new students typically held the week prior).
• Autumn Examinations: December 10–20, 2025 (specific dates vary by program).
• Winter Break: December 21, 2025 – January 5, 2026 (aligned with Christmas and New Year holidays).
• Spring Semester Start: February 2, 2026 (includes introductory sessions for continuing students).
• Easter Break: April 10–17, 2026 (aligned with national Easter holidays).
• Spring Examinations: June 1–15, 2026 (followed by project presentations in some programs).
• Commencement Ceremony: June 26, 2026 (tentative date for graduating students).

• Early Application Deadline: November 15, 2024 (for priority consideration; decisions notified by mid-December 2024).
• Regular Decision Deadline: March 15, 2025 (final deadline for most programs; decisions typically released by late April 2025).
• International Student Deadline: January 15, 2025 (earlier deadline to accommodate visa processing).
• Financial Aid Application Deadline: April 1, 2025 (submission required alongside admissions application for scholarship consideration).
• Enrollment Confirmation Deadline: May 1, 2025 (deposit required to secure a spot for the Autumn 2025 intake).

The academic calendar at Aarhus Technical College aligns closely with regional norms in Denmark, where semesters are structured to accommodate national holidays like Christmas and Easter, ensuring students and faculty can observe these cultural events. This calendar offers flexibility for international students, with clear breaks for travel and early application deadlines to support visa processing. Additionally, the college’s focus on project-based learning may result in unique scheduling considerations, such as intensive research or collaboration periods, which are often communicated well in advance to allow for planning. While specific dates for the 2025–2026 academic year and admissions cycle are estimates based on typical Danish university schedules, students are encouraged to check official announcements for confirmed timelines.