ABU DAC Academic Calendar 2024
Embark on an exciting academic journey with confidence as we unveil the detailed ABU DAC Academic Calendar for the 2023/2024 session. Whether you’re a new student eager to explore or a returning scholar ready to dive back into learning, this guide will be your personal roadmap to navigate through the semester’s schedules, aiding you in planning for a successful and fulfilling academic year.
ABU DAC Academic Calendar:
First Semester: Commencing Your Semester: Registration and Lectures The academic session kicks off with registration for new and returning students from January 3rd to January 19th, 2024. Following this, a focused 10-week lecture period begins on January 22nd, concluding on March 28th, 2024.
Embracing Cultural Celebrations and Academic Rigor:
Acknowledge the cultural significance of Easter with a break from March 29th to April 13th, 2024. This break not only allows for festive celebrations but also provides time to rejuvenate for the final stretch of lectures from April 15th to May 3rd, 2024.
Evaluating Your Progress:
Examinations: As the semester progresses, examinations are scheduled for two weeks, from May 6th to May 18th, 2024. Subsequently, the marking of exam scripts is slated for another two weeks, culminating on June 1st, 2024.
Central Board of Examiners Meeting:
The Central Board of Examiners Meeting (CBE), a pivotal event, is set for June 25th, 2024, validating results and ensuring academic standards.
ABU DAC Academic Calendar:
Second Semester: Second Semester Lectures: The Learning Continues: After a well-deserved break, the second semester lectures resume on June 2nd, 2024, extending over a period of two weeks.
Eid-El Kabir Break:
Respect the Eid-El Kabir celebrations with a one-week break from June 17th to June 22nd, 2024, a time for reflection and community engagement.
Lecture Period Extension:
Post-break, lectures continue for a comprehensive 10-week period from June 24th to August 30th, 2024.
Final Assessments: Exam and Project Defence:
The semester culminates with examinations and project defense spanning three weeks from September 2nd to September 14th, 2024.
SIWES: Bridging Theory and Practice:
For those enrolled in the Supervised Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), a 16-week period starting from September 16th to December 3rd, 2024, is allocated to bridge academic knowledge with practical industry experience.
Observing National Public Holidays:
The academic calendar respects national public holidays, ensuring that students do not miss out on national celebrations and observances. These include but are not limited to Good Friday, Easter Monday, Eid-El Fitr, and Nigeria’s Independence Day.
Conclusion:
As you embark on this academic journey at Ahmadu Bello University Division of Agricultural Colleges, let this comprehensive guide be your companion, helping you plan effectively for a successful and enriching academic year. Stay tuned for more updates and key information to make the most out of your educational experience.