2024 Academic Calendar Qut
As a student at QUT, I always look forward to seeing the academic calendar for the upcoming year. It helps me plan my schedule and ensures that I don’t miss any important dates or deadlines. In this article, I will be discussing the 2024 academic calendar for QUT, including the important events and festivals that will take place throughout the year.
Important Dates
The 2024 academic year at QUT will commence on Monday, 26th February and will conclude on Friday, 15th November. There will be a total of four semesters in the year, including two standard semesters and two summer semesters. The standard semesters will run for 13 weeks each, while the summer semesters will run for 6 weeks each.
The mid-semester break for Semester 1 will be from Monday, 16th April to Friday, 20th April. The mid-semester break for Semester 2 will be from Monday, 27th August to Friday, 31st August. The examination periods for both semesters will be from Monday, 4th June to Friday, 15th June and Monday, 22nd October to Friday, 2nd November respectively.
Events and Festivals
QUT is known for its vibrant campus life, and there are many events and festivals that take place throughout the year. Some of the major events and festivals that will take place in 2024 include:
- Orientation Week – This will take place in the week prior to the commencement of Semester 1, and is a great opportunity for new students to get to know the campus and their fellow students.
- Open Day – QUT’s Open Day is held in July and is a chance for prospective students to explore the campus and learn more about the courses on offer.
- QUT Guild Market Day – Held twice a year, the QUT Guild Market Day is a chance for students to discover new clubs and societies, and get involved in campus life.
- QUT Ball – One of the biggest events of the year, the QUT Ball is a formal event held in August and is a chance for students to dress up and dance the night away.
- QUT Literary Salon – This event is held throughout the year and gives students the opportunity to showcase their creative writing skills.
Celebrations
There are also many cultural and religious celebrations that take place throughout the year at QUT. Some of the major celebrations include:
- Chinese New Year – This is celebrated in February and is a chance for students to experience Chinese culture and traditions.
- Diwali – This is celebrated in October and is a major Hindu festival of lights.
- Eid al-Fitr – This is celebrated in June and marks the end of Ramadan.
- Christmas – This is celebrated in December and is a time for students to come together and celebrate the end of the academic year.
Question and Answer
Q. What is the first day of the 2024 academic year at QUT?
A. The first day of the 2024 academic year at QUT is Monday, 26th February.
Q. When is the mid-semester break for Semester 1?
A. The mid-semester break for Semester 1 is from Monday, 16th April to Friday, 20th April.
FAQs
Q. Will there be any changes to the academic calendar for 2024?
A. Any changes to the academic calendar will be communicated to students in advance.
Q. Can I still enrol in courses after the commencement of the academic year?
A. Late enrolment may be possible, subject to approval from the relevant faculty.
Q. Can I defer my studies for a semester?
A. Yes, you can apply to defer your studies for a semester.
Overall, the 2024 academic calendar at QUT is packed with events and festivals, and there is always something happening on campus. As a student, it’s important to stay organised and plan ahead to ensure that you don’t miss any important dates or deadlines. Whether you’re attending an event or celebrating a festival, there’s always something to look forward to at QUT.