School Calendar and Semesters Policy

Policy Statement

The School is committed to providing a structured and transparent academic calendar for its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various study modes. This policy ensures effective planning and delivery of teaching, learning, and assessments, while accommodating diverse needs. By aligning with sector standards, it supports clear timelines for academic terms, examination sessions, and breaks, fostering consistency and effective management for students, faculty, and staff.

Principles

  • Consistency: Establishing a reliable and recurrent academic calendar that the School community can depend upon.
  • Advance Planning: Providing adequate lead time for students and staff to prepare for academic terms and responsibilities.
  • Clarity: Presenting clear start and end dates for all semesters and breaks within the academic year.
  • Transparency: Making the academic calendar readily accessible and understandable to all stakeholders.
  • Balance: Structuring the calendar to provide a balance between academic pursuits and personal time.
  • Equity: Ensuring the calendar considers the needs of a wide range of students and staff.
  • Adaptability: Allowing for flexibility in the calendar to accommodate exceptional circumstances.
  • Harmony: Aligning the School’s calendar with external academic and sector requirements where applicable.
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Recognising and respecting cultural and religious observances in the planning of the academic year.
  • Efficiency: Maximising the use of time for both teaching and learning activities.
  • Student Welfare: Considering student welfare in the design of the academic schedule to prevent burnout.
  • Continuous Review: Regularly evaluating the calendar to ensure it meets the evolving needs of the School community.

Metrics and KPIs

The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as key performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.

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