The Exam periods are published at the start of the academic year. Please see the Exam periods and key dates for dates of the exam periods and timetable release dates.

Please ensure you have read Sitting examinations during Ramadan before making the application.

If you think any of your exams will be affected by Ramadan please complete the online form Examination Application – Observing Ramadan to request an adjustment.

The exam key periods are published at the start of the year. It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of the exams you need to take during the academic year and in which month they take place. 

If an exam is scheduled to take place during one of the key periods, you must make yourself available for the duration of the exam period.

However, you may be able apply to sit your exams at a different location to your usual place of study (Offsite Exams).

Exam periods and key dates 2024-25

January 2025 Exam Period:

  • Exam period - Monday 6th January – Friday 10th January
  • Timetables published to students - Friday 13th December 2024

February 2025 Exam Period

  • Exam period - Monday 3rd February – Friday 7th February
  • Timetables published to students - Friday 17th January 2025

May 2025 Exam Period

  • Exam period - Monday 28th April - Friday 16th May
  • Timetables published to students - Friday 21st March 2025

August 2025 Exam Period

  • Exam period - Friday 1st August - Friday 8th August
  • Timetables published to students - Friday 11th July 2025

Please note that some exams that fall outside of these dates. Please contact you Module or Course Leader if you are unsure what period your exam is taking place