University of Edinburgh Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for Edinburgh

The academic year at the University of Edinburgh typically follows this schedule:

• Semester 1: Starts in mid-September and ends in mid-December.
• Semester 2: Starts in mid-January and ends in late May.
• Exam Periods: December for Semester 1, May for Semester 2.
• Holidays: Christmas break in December, Easter break in April.
• Faculty Application Deadlines: Vary by position, typically in the spring for the following academic year.
• Sabbatical Dates: Arranged individually with departments, often during non-teaching periods.

For the most up-to-date information, visit the Academic Calendar page.