University of the Free State Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar and Important Dates for UFS

The academic year at the University of the Free State is structured as follows:

• First Semester: Starts in February, ends in June.
• Second Semester: Starts in July, ends in November.
• Exam Periods: June for the first semester, November for the second semester.
• Holidays: Mid-year break in July, end-of-year break from December to January.
• Faculty Application Deadlines: Vary by faculty, typically in October for the following academic year.
• Sabbatical Dates: Determined individually, typically planned a year in advance.

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