St Andrews University Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for St Andrews

The academic year at St Andrews is divided into two semesters:

• Semester 1: Starts in September and ends in December.
• Semester 2: Starts in January and ends in May.

Key dates include:

• Exam periods in December and May.
• Holidays: Christmas break in December, Easter break in April.
• Faculty application deadlines vary, typically in early spring for the following academic year.
• Sabbatical dates are negotiated individually with departments.

For the most up-to-date information, visit the official academic calendar page.