The Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) has officially approved the academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic session, which includes important dates for registration, academic activities, examinations, breaks, and other events. This detailed schedule ensures that students and faculty are well-prepared for the upcoming session, with a clear outline of key dates and procedures. The academic calendar is divided into two semesters, each with its own set of significant activities and deadlines.
First Semester Activities
Registration Period
- Regular Registration: The registration period for the first semester runs from Monday, 3 February to Friday, 14 February 2025. This period allows students to complete their course registration without penalties.
- Late Registration: For those who miss the regular registration period, late registration will be available from Monday, 17 February to Friday, 21 February 2025. However, a fine of N5,000 will be applied during this period.
Academic Activities
- Add and Drop Period: From Monday, 24 February to Friday, 7 March 2025, students can adjust their course selections.
- Lectures: The lecture period for the first semester begins on Monday, 24 February and runs through to Friday, 16 May 2025.
- Matriculation and Orientation: New students will be matriculated on Tuesday, 25 February 2025, with an orientation session scheduled for Wednesday, 26 February to Thursday, 27 February 2025.
- Sports Week: A week of sports activities will take place from Monday, 29 April to Friday, 23 May 2025.
- Revision Period: The revision period for the semester is scheduled from Monday, 6 May to Friday, 30 May 2025.
Examinations and Results
- First Semester Examinations: The examinations for the first semester will begin on Monday, 2 June and run until Friday, 20 June 2025, lasting three weeks.
- First Semester Break: Following the exams, the break will occur from Monday, 23 June to Friday, 11 July 2025.
- Marking of Scripts: Faculty will grade the examination scripts between Monday, 24 June and Friday, 4 July 2025.
- Departmental and Faculty Meetings: Various departmental and faculty board meetings regarding the examinations will take place from Monday, 7 July to Friday, 18 July 2025.
- Senate Meeting: A final Senate meeting regarding the examinations will occur on Thursday, 31 July 2025.
SIWES II (Industrial Training)
- Duration: The second phase of the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES II) will span from Monday, 8 August 2025 to Friday, 6 February 2026, lasting for six months.
Second Semester Activities
Academic Activities
- Resumption: The second semester will begin on Monday, 14 July 2025.
- Lectures: The lecture period will run from Monday, 14 July to Friday, 3 October 2025.
- Revision: Students will have one week to revise, from Monday, 6 October to Friday, 10 October 2025.
Examinations and Results
- Second Semester Examinations: Examinations for the second semester will begin on Monday, 13 October and conclude on Friday, 31 October 2025.
- Marking of Scripts: Faculty members will mark scripts from Monday, 3 November to Friday, 14 November 2025.
- Departmental and Faculty Meetings: Examination-related meetings for each department and faculty will take place in mid-November.
- Senate Meeting: A Senate meeting for final evaluation of the second semester exams will occur on Thursday, 18 December 2025.
Other Activities
- Convocation: The university's convocation ceremony will take place on Saturday, 25 October 2025.
- Second Semester Break: A long break, lasting from Monday, 3 November 2025 to Friday, 30 January 2026, will follow the second semester exams.
- SIWES I: The first phase of industrial training (SIWES I) will be held from Monday, 3 November 2025 to Friday, 19 January 2026.
- Academic Staff Annual Leave: Faculty members are entitled to a break from Monday, 22 December 2025 to Friday, 30 January 2026.
Important Notes
- Fresh students will not be allowed to register after the matriculation ceremony.
- It is mandatory for all students to complete their course registration and payment within the designated registration period.
- A late registration fee of N5,000 will be applied to students who register after the regular period.
- The next academic session will begin in February 2026.
Conclusion
By adhering to this detailed academic calendar, students and faculty members at NAUB will be able to effectively manage their time, stay on track with their studies, and participate in all necessary activities. The calendar ensures a smooth academic experience and helps everyone involved to plan accordingly for the 2025/2026 academic year.
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