FUBK 2023/2024 Academic Calendar: Important Dates for Students

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi has finalised and released its comprehensive academic calendar for the 2023/2024 session for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. This calendar, ratified at the university’s 30th meeting, outlines the full schedule of academic activities, from registration to examinations.

FUBK’s Academic Itinerary for Undergraduate Studies

1. Registration of New Students
   • Duration: 4 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 22nd Jan – Sat 17th Feb 2024
2. Registration of Returning Students
   • Duration: 3 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 29th Jan – Sat 17th Feb 2024
3. First Semester Lectures
   • Duration: 7 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 19th Feb – Sat 6th April 2024
4. Mid-Semester Break
   • Duration: 1 Week
   • Date: Mon 8th April – Sun 14th April 2024
5. First Semester Lectures (continued)
   • Duration: 6 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 15th April – Sat 25th May 2024
6. First Semester Examinations
   • Duration: 3 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 27th May – Sat 15th June 2024
7. Break and Submission/Approval of Exams Results
   • Duration: 2 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 17th Jun – Sun 30th June 2024
8. Second Semester Lectures
   • Duration: 9 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 1st July – Sat 31st Aug 2024
9. Mid-Semester Break
   • Duration: 1 Week
   • Date: Mon 2nd Sep – Sun 8th Sep 2024
10. Second Semester Lectures (continued)
    • Duration: 4 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 9th Sep – Sat 5th Oct 2024
11. Second Semester Examinations
    • Duration: 3 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 7th Oct – Sat 26th Oct 2024
12. Submission of Examination Results to Departments
    • Duration: 2 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 28th Oct – Sat 9th Nov 2024
13. Consideration/Approval of Results by Faculty
    • Duration: 2 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 11th Nov – Sat 23rd Nov 2024
14. Consideration/Approval of Results by the Senate
    • Duration: 1 Week
    • Date: Mon 25th Nov – Sat 30th Nov 2024
15. End of Session Break
    • Duration: 9 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 28th Oct – Sun 29th Dec 2024
16. Beginning of 2024/2025 Academic Session
    • Date: Monday, 30th December, 2024

Academic Calendar for Postgraduate Programmes at FUBK

1. Registration of New Students
   • Duration: 4 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 29th Jan – Sat 24th Feb 2024
2. Registration of Returning Students
   • Duration: 3 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 5th Feb – Sat 24th Feb 2024
3. First Semester Lectures
   • Duration: 13 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 26th Feb – Sat 18th May 2024
4. First Semester Examinations
   • Duration: 2 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 20th May – Sat 1st June 2024
5. Break and Submission of Exams Results
   • Duration: 2 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 3rd June – Sun 16th June 2024
6. Second Semester Lectures
   • Duration: 13 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 17th June – Sat 14th Sep 2024
7. Second Semester Examinations
   • Duration: 2 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 16th Sep – Sat 28th Sep 2024
8. Submission/Approval of Results by Departments
   • Duration: 2 Weeks
   • Date: Mon 30th Sep – Sat 12th Oct 2024
9. Consideration/Approval of Results by Postgraduate Board
   • Duration: 1 Week
   • Date: Mon 14th Oct – Sat 19th Oct 2024
10. Consideration/Approval of Results by the Senate
    • Duration: 1 Week
    • Date: Mon 21st Oct – Sat 26th Oct 2024
11. End of Session Break
    • Duration: 13 Weeks
    • Date: Mon 30th Sep – Sun 29th Dec 2024
12. Beginning of 2024/2025 Academic Session
    • Date: Monday, 30th December, 2024

In Conclusion

The Federal University Birnin Kebbi has meticulously planned the academic year to ensure a structured and efficient learning experience for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. With clearly defined dates for each significant academic phase, students are encouraged to take note of these key periods and prepare accordingly for a successful academic year. Stay informed and optimise your academic journey by adhering to the FUBK academic calendar. For more details and updates, keep an eye on FUBK’s official website.