The management of Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana has officially released the revised academic calendar for the second semester of the 2023/2024 academic session. This update provides essential dates to help students and faculty stay organized and prepared for the upcoming academic activities.
By adhering to this academic schedule, the polytechnic aims to maintain a smooth academic flow, ensuring timely completion of the semester’s requirements, including examinations, project defenses, and board meetings. Below are the detailed timelines for the second semester and an outlook on the first semester of the 2024/2025 academic session.
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana Academic Calendar
Second Semester 2023/2024
September 2024
- Monday, 2nd September: Revision begins.
- Friday, 6th September: Revision ends.
- Monday, 9th September: Second-semester exams begin.
- Monday, 23rd September: Second-semester exams end, long vacation begins, and SIWES (Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme) starts.
- Tuesday, 24th September: Departmental board meeting.
- Wednesday, 25th September: School board meeting.
- Thursday, 26th September: Academic board meeting.
October 2024
- Wednesday, 2nd October: Project defense begins.
- Friday, 4th October: Project defense ends.
- Monday, 21st October: New students' registration for the 2024/2025 academic session begins.
- Monday, 28th October: Departmental board meeting.
- Tuesday, 29th October: School board meeting.
- Wednesday, 30th October: Academic board meeting.
November 2024
- Monday, 25th November: Departmental board meeting.
- Tuesday, 26th November: School board meeting.
- Wednesday, 27th November: Academic board meeting.
Proposed Academic Calendar for First Semester 2024/2025
January 2025
- Friday, 3rd January: Long vacation ends.
- Monday, 6th January: Students return to residence, registration begins, and lectures commence for the 2024/2025 academic session.
- Monday, 13th January: SIWES concludes.
Important Notes
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Examinations: The second-semester exams, which begin on Monday, 9th September 2024, will mark the culmination of academic activities for the 2023/2024 session. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the revision period, which starts on 2nd September, to fully prepare.
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SIWES Program: The SIWES program will commence immediately after the second-semester exams on 23rd September 2024. This is a crucial phase for students, as it provides hands-on industrial experience relevant to their course of study.
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Project Defense: Project defense for final-year students is scheduled for 2nd to 4th October 2024. Students are advised to ensure they meet all requirements and deadlines for their project submissions.
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New Session Registration: Fresh students are expected to begin their registration for the 2024/2025 academic session on 21st October 2024. All necessary documentation should be prepared in advance to avoid delays.
Conclusion
This comprehensive calendar serves as a guide to all stakeholders in the Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic community. By following the outlined schedule, students and faculty can ensure a successful and well-structured academic experience.
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