FUTMINNA Academic Calendar 2024/2025 Academic Session

Planning your academic year is one of the smartest and best ways to stay on top of your studies, activities, and important deadlines. If you are a new or returning student at the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA), this article will break down the FUTMINNA 2024/2025 academic calendar to help you organize your semester, week by week.

This article will provide all the key dates you need to know, from registration dates, lecture periods, e-tests, matriculation, and exams to breaks and holidays. It is important to have the FUTMINNA academic calendar, whether you are a 100-level student preparing for your first semester or a final-year student mapping out your graduation timeline to be guided. Follow the information provided in this article to help you plan your academic journey for the 2024/2025 session!

Read below to learn the 2024/2025 Federal University of Technology Minna academic calendar and plan your academic year.

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FUTMINNA Academic Calendar for the 2024/2025 Session

The information below explains the key dates and activities in the FUTMINNA academic calendar for the 2024/2025 academic session:

First Semester 2024/2025 session: 20th January – 10th May 2025 (16 Weeks)

Oct 28, 2024 – Jan 19, 2025: Payment of school fees and online registration for both new and returning students.
Jan 20 – Mar 15, 2025: Lectures for all students (100 – 500 level) begin and run for 8 weeks.
Feb 1, 2025: Founder’s Day celebration.
Feb 20 – Feb 21, 2025: Orientation for new students.
Mar 13, 2025: Matriculation ceremony for newly admitted students.
Mar 17 – Apr 5, 2025: e-Test (computer-based test) for 100-level students and large classes.
Mar 17 – Apr 19, 2025: Lectures continue for all levels.
Apr 21 – May 10, 2025: e-Exams for 100-level and large classes.
Apr 28 – May 10, 2025: First semester exams for 200 to 500-level students.
May 12 – May 24, 2025: Semester break (2 weeks).
May 26 – Nov 6, 2025: SIWES (industrial training) for students (except those in SAA and SSTE). Duration: 24 weeks.
June 23, 2025: School Boards meet to approve first-semester results.
July 30, 2025: Senate approves first semester results.

Second Semester 2024/2025 session: 26th May – 13th September 2025 (16 Weeks)

May 26 – July 19, 2025: Lectures for all students (8 weeks).
July 21 – Aug 9, 2025: e-Test for 100-level and large classes.
July 21 – Aug 23, 2025: Lectures continue for all levels.
Aug 25 – Sept 13, 2025: e-Exams for 100-level and large classes.
Sept 1 – Sept 13, 2025: Second semester exams for 200 – 500 level students.
Sept 15 – Oct 25, 2025: Second semester break (6 weeks) and SWEP/Field Trips for some students.
Oct 27, 2025: School Boards consider second-semester results.
Nov 26, 2025: Senate approves second-semester results.
New Academic Session (2025/2026) Begins Monday, 27th October 2025

Weekly Activities

Saturdays (6:30 – 8:00 am): Staff fitness exercise (all staff are encouraged to participate).
Wednesdays: Lectures end by 2:00 pm to allow students to take part in sports and recreational activities.

Why the Academic Calendar Is Important

The academic calendar is a roadmap for your entire school year. The academic calendar is important for the following reasons:

It helps students and staff plan their schedules ahead of time, from lectures and exams to holidays and breaks.
Knowing important dates in advance helps you avoid a last-minute rush and panic, especially during exam periods.
Improves academic performance as they can prepare better for upcoming tests and assignments.
The calendar helps you make informed decisions, no matter what you are doing.
Activities like orientation, matriculation, and sporting events are listed, so you don’t miss out on any important part of campus life.

Conclusion

The FUTMINNA 2024/2025 academic calendar is an essential guide for every student and staff member. It outlines all the key activities and timelines for the academic year, helping you stay informed, prepared, and focused. If you found this article helpful, whether you are starting your first year or returning to complete your studies, following this calendar will help you make the most of your time at the university. Bookmark this webpage for more information and other important updates.