Planning your academic year around Glasgow University holidays? This session includes two major vacation periods—winter and spring—alongside three exam diets and two graduation ceremonies.
Here’s your complete guide to Glasgow University term dates so you can stay ahead.
Glasgow University Holidays 2026/2027
The Glasgow University holidays for 2026/27 follow a two-semester structure with designated breaks.
Semester 1: 21 September – 18 December 2026
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Monday 14 September 2026 | Start of Academic Year / Welcome Week |
| Monday 21 September 2026 | Semester 1 teaching starts |
| Friday 4 December 2026 | Semester 1 teaching ends |
| Monday 30 November – Friday 11 December 2026 | Graduation |
| Monday 7 – Friday 18 December 2026 | Examinations |
| Friday 18 December 2026 | Semester 1 ends |
| Monday 21 December 2026 | Winter vacation starts |
| Wednesday 23 December 2026 | The university closes |
| Tuesday 5 January 2027 | The university reopens |
| Friday 8 January 2027 | Winter vacation ends |
Semester 2: 11 January – 28 May 2027
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Wednesday 6 – Friday 8 January 2027 | January Welcome Week |
| Monday 11 January 2027 | Semester 2 teaching starts |
| Friday 26 March 2027 | End of Semester 2 teaching |
| Monday 29 March 2027 | Spring vacation starts |
| Friday 16 April 2027 | Spring vacation ends |
| Monday 19 – Friday 23 April 2027 | Revision week |
| Monday 26 April – Friday 21 May 2027 | Examinations |
| Friday 28 May 2027 | Semester 2 ends |
| Wednesday 23 June – Friday 7 July 2027 | Graduation |
| Monday 26 July – Friday 13 August 2027 | Resit Examinations |
| Friday 10 September 2027 | End of Academic Year |
Read more: University of Leeds Term Dates
Glasgow University Exam Periods
The University of Glasgow exam dates are structured across three main diets:
December Exam Diet: 7–18 December 2026 (inclusive), with exams running in morning (09:30), afternoon (13:00), and evening (16:30) sessions.
April/May Exam Diet: 26 April – 21 May 2027, with exams scheduled in morning (09:30), afternoon (14:00), and evening (18:30) slots. Some exams may also take place during revision week.
August Resit Examinations: 26 July – 13 August 2027, held over two sessions commencing at 09:30 and 14:00.
University of Glasgow Graduation Dates
Graduation ceremonies at the University of Glasgow take place in both summer and winter:
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Winter Graduation: 30 November – 11 December 2026
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Summer Graduation: 23 June – 7 July 2027
In-person ceremonies typically run during these periods, with the graduation period timetable published as soon as it’s confirmed.
Glasgow University Holidays 2027/2028
For those planning further ahead, here’s what we know about Glasgow University holidays 2027/2028 based on the standard academic calendar pattern:
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Welcome Week:Â Expected mid-September 2027
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Semester 1 teaching: Late September – early December 2027
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Winter vacation: Late December 2027 – early January 2028
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Semester 2 teaching: Mid-January – late March 2028
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Spring vacation: Late March – mid-April 2028
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Exam diets:Â December 2027, April/May 2028, August 2028
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Also Read: Edinburgh University Holidays
FAQs
Q1. How many exam periods are there at UofG?
Three—December, April/May, and August resit exams.
Q2. Are there Welcome Week events for January starters?
Yes, the January Welcome Week runs from 6–8 January 2027 for new students starting in Semester 2.
Q3. When are the graduation ceremonies held?
They take place in Winter (November/December) and Summer (June/July).
Q4. Does the university close for UK public holidays?
Yes, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Day, Spring Bank Holiday, and Glasgow Fair Monday.
Planning around Glasgow University holidays and term dates helps you make the most of your academic year. Whether you’re scheduling travel, preparing for examinations, or planning for graduation, having these dates at your fingertips is essential.
For the most up-to-date information, always check the official University of Glasgow academic calendar:
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