Planning your academic year around Manchester University holidays and term dates is essential for balancing studies and life. The University of Manchester typically offers around 20 weeks of holiday per year across Christmas, Easter, and summer breaks—giving students plenty of time to recharge.
Whether you’re an undergraduate, postgraduate taught, or planning, knowing the UoM academic calendar keeps you ahead.
Manchester University Holidays 2025/2026
Here are the Manchester University holidays and term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year. The 2025/2026 academic year is structured around two semesters.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Welcome Week | 22 – 28 September 2025 |
| Semester 1 Teaching Starts | 29 September 2025 |
| Christmas Break Starts | 22 December 2025 |
| Christmas Break Ends | 14 January 2026 |
| Semester 1 Assessment and Exams | 15 – 30 January 2026 |
| Semester 1 Ends | 1 February 2026 |
| Semester 2 Teaching Starts | 2 February 2026 |
| Easter Break Starts | 30 March 2026 |
| Easter Break Ends | 12 April 2026 |
| Prep/Fieldwork/Project (Non-Teaching) | 13 – 19 April 2026 |
| Semester 2 Assessment and Exams | 18 May – 10 June 2026 |
| Semester 2 Ends | 12 June 2026 |
Manchester University Holidays 2026/2027
Here are the Manchester University holidays and term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Welcome Week | 21 – 27 September 2026 |
| Semester 1 Teaching Starts | 28 September 2026 |
| Christmas Break Starts | 21 December 2026 |
| Christmas Break Ends | 13 January 2027 |
| Semester 1 Assessment and Exams | 14 – 29 January 2027 |
| Semester 1 Ends | 31 January 2027 |
| Semester 2 Teaching Starts | 1 February 2027 |
| Easter Break Starts | 22 March 2027 |
| Easter Break Ends | 4 April 2027 |
| Non-Teaching Period | 5 – 11 April 2027 |
| Semester 2 Assessment and Exams | 17 May – 9 June 2027 |
| Semester 2 Ends | 11 June 2027 |
| Summer Graduation | 13 – 28 July 2027 |
| Resit Period | 24 August – 4 September 2027 |
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Manchester University Holidays 2027/2028
Here are the Manchester University holidays and term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Welcome Week | 20 – 26 September 2027 |
| Semester 1 Teaching Starts | 27 September 2027 |
| Christmas Break Starts | 20 December 2027 |
| Christmas Break Ends | 9 January 2028 |
| Semester 1 Assessment and Exams | 10 – 28 January 2028 |
| Semester 1 Ends | 30 January 2028 |
| Semester 2 Teaching Starts | 31 January 2028 |
| Easter Break Starts | 27 March 2028 |
| Easter Break Ends | 9 April 2028 |
| Non-Teaching Period | 10 – 16 April 2028 |
| Semester 2 Assessment and Exams | 15 May – 7 June 2028 |
| Semester 2 Ends | 9 June 2028 |
| Summer Graduation | 10 – 16 July 2028 |
| Resit Period | 28 August – 8 September 2028 |
University of Manchester Resit Period
If you need to retake an exam, the resit period is your safety net. The university typically schedules resits in late August to early September, after the summer break.
| Year | Resit Period Start | Resit Period End |
|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | 24 August 2026 | 4 September 2026 |
| 2026/2027 | 23 August 2027 | 3 September 2027 |
| 2027/2028 | 28 August 2028 | 8 September 2028 |
Key Dates for Postgraduate Students
Postgraduate taught (PGT) students follow the same semester structure as undergraduates, with a few key differences.
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Induction for PGT students often starts earlier—usually during Welcome Week.
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Semester 1 and Semester 2Â dates align with the main university calendar.
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The dissertation/project period often extends beyond Semester 2, with submissions due in August or September.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Induction/Welcome Week | 22 – 28 September 2025 |
| Semester 1 Teaching | 29 September 2025 – 1 February 2026 |
| Semester 2 Teaching | 2 February 2026 – 12 June 2026 |
| Dissertation Submission (varies by course) | Usually August/September |
| Resit Period | 24 August – 4 September 2026 |
Check your specific course handbook for your dissertation or project submission deadlines, as they can vary by department.
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FAQs
Q1. How many holidays does Manchester University have per year?
The University of Manchester typically has three major holiday periods—Christmas, Easter, and Summer—adding up to around 20 weeks of break annually.
Q2. How long is the Easter break at Manchester University?
Easter break is generally two weeks, starting around late March. In 2026, it runs from 30 March to 12 April.
Q3. When are resits held at Manchester University?
Resits are held in late August to early September each year. For 2026, resits run from 24 August to 4 September.
Q4. When is graduation at the University of Manchester?
Summer graduation is usually in mid-to-late July. For 2026, graduation ceremonies are scheduled from 13 July to 28 July.
Planning around Manchester University holidays and term dates helps you stay on top of your studies, travel, and personal commitments. Whether you’re marking exam periods, booking flights for Christmas, or preparing for graduation, having these dates at your fingertips makes all the difference.
For the most up-to-date and official information, always check the university’s website:
Official link:Â The University of Manchester
