Bayero University, Kano (BUK), has officially released its timetable for the second semester of the 2023/2024 academic session. This timetable outlines key dates for lectures, examinations, and breaks, offering students a clear roadmap for the remainder of the academic year.
The schedule, approved by the University Senate, also includes updates on the completion of the first semester activities.
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming academic schedule at BUK.
Second Semester 2023/2024 Academic Session
The second semester will begin on Monday, 25th November 2024, and run through Saturday, 22nd February 2025, offering students 13 weeks of lectures. Below is a breakdown of the semester’s activities:
Key Dates for the Second Semester:
- Lectures:
- Start Date: Monday, 25th November 2024
- End Date: Saturday, 22nd February 2025
- Duration: 13 weeks of intensive academic engagement.
- Mid-Semester Break:
- Dates: Monday, 6th January 2025 to Saturday, 11th January 2025
- Duration: 1 week
- Purpose: To allow students and faculty to recharge before continuing with the semester.
- Second Semester Examinations:
- Start Date: Monday, 24th February 2025
- End Date: Saturday, 22nd March 2025
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Description: A comprehensive evaluation of the semester’s coursework.
- End of Session Break:
- Start Date: Monday, 24th March 2025
- End Date: Saturday, 3rd May 2025
- Purpose: This marks the official end of the 2023/2024 academic session, giving students a chance to rest and prepare for the next academic year.
Completion of the First Semester
The University Senate has also released the timetable for wrapping up activities related to the first semester. This includes the processing and release of examination results. Here’s the detailed schedule:
Key Dates for First Semester Completion:
- Senate Business Committee (SBC) on 1st Semester Examination Results:
- Dates: Monday, 13th January 2025 to Friday, 17th January 2025
- Purpose: Eight weeks after the final examination paper, the SBC will meet to review and finalize results.
- Special Senate on 1st Semester Examination Results:
- Date: Wednesday, 19th February 2025
- Purpose: To officially approve and release the first semester examination results.
What This Means for Students
The release of the academic timetable is crucial for students to plan their activities effectively. Here’s why it matters:
- Clear Academic Calendar: Students can now structure their study schedules and personal commitments around the set dates for lectures, breaks, and examinations.
- Mid-Semester Break: The one-week mid-semester break provides an opportunity to rest, catch up on assignments, or revise challenging topics.
- End-of-Session Break: The six-week break between academic sessions allows students to recharge before diving into the next academic year.
- Results Timeline: By outlining when examination results will be processed and released, the timetable reduces uncertainty, helping students manage their academic expectations.