Academic Calendar 2026–2027
Stay informed with all important academic dates, semester schedules, examinations, holidays, practical sessions, and university activities at Nile University of Science and Technology.
Semester Schedule
Explore the complete academic structure for the 2026–2027 academic year.
including registration, lectures, examinations, and semester breaks.
FIRST SEMESTER (August 2026 – January 2027)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| New Student Admissions Open | 1 September 2026 |
| Registration & Orientation | 10 – 28 September 2026 |
| Lectures Begin | 30 September 2026 |
| Continuous Assessments (CATs) | November 2026 |
| Midterm Exams | 15 – 25 November 2026 |
| Final Exams | 10 – 20 January 2027 |
| Semester Break | 21 January – 10 February 2027 |
SECOND SEMESTER (February 2027 – June 2027)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration for Continuing Students | 10 – 15 February 2027 |
| Lectures Begin | 16 February 2027 |
| Ramadan Adjusted Timetable Begins | During Ramadan |
| Eid al-Fitr Break | 3 Days |
| Midterm Exams | 20 – 26 April 2027 |
| Practicals / Research Presentations | May 2027 |
| Final Exams | 10 June – 20 June 2027 |
| Academic Year Ends | 1 July 2027 |
NATIONAL & ISLAMIC HOLIDAYS OBSERVED IN SOMALIA
| Holiday | Expected Period |
|---|---|
| Independence Day | 26 June |
| Somalia National Day | 1 July |
| Eid al-Fitr | Based on Lunar Calendar |
| Eid al-Adha | Based on Lunar Calendar |
Additional Recommendations for NUST
Enhancing practical learning experiences and student engagement
through academic innovation, research, and extracurricular activities.
Practical Learning Weeks
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Allocate special weeks for:
- Hospital Attachments
- IT Practicals
- Research Projects
- Field Work
- Thesis Defense
Student Activities
- Innovation Week
- Sports Tournament
- Research Conference
- Career Fair
- Graduation Ceremony