HKU Academic Calendar 2026-27
University of Hong Kong
The official HKU academic calendar for 2026-27, including fall and spring semester dates, Thanksgiving and winter recess, spring break, commencement, and key academic deadlines. All dates are sourced directly from the HKU registrar.
HKU Faculty of Science teaching weeks for undergraduate and taught postgraduate. Research postgraduates, clinical, and specific programs may differ.
HKU Semesters & Terms 2026-27
| Name | Start Date | End Date | Days | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026-27 | 91 days | Reading/field trip Oct 12-17. Revision Dec 1-5. Assessment Dec 7-23. | ||
| Semester 2, 2026-27 | 103 days | CNY holiday Feb 6-12. Reading Mar 8-13. Revision May 3-7. Assessment May 8-25. |
HKU Breaks & Recess 2026-27
| Name | Start Date | End Date | Days | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Vacation | 25 days | โ | ||
| Lunar New Year Holiday | 7 days | โ | ||
| Easter Vacation | 4 days | โ | ||
| Optional Summer | 55 days | โ |
HKU Observed Holidays 2026-27
| Name | Start Date | End Date | Days | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Day | 1 days | โ | ||
| Christmas Day | 1 days | โ | ||
| New Year's Day | 1 days | โ | ||
| Chinese New Year | 2 days | โ | ||
| Good Friday | 1 days | โ | ||
| Easter Monday | 1 days | โ | ||
| Labour Day | 1 days | โ | ||
| Buddha's Birthday | 1 days | โ |
HKU School 2026 Calendar โ Month by Month
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Source & Data Accuracy
Data source: HKU Faculty of Science
Last updated: September 8, 2026
Dates verified against official source for the current school year. Last verified: Jul 29, 2026.
Note: HKU Faculty of Science teaching weeks for undergraduate and taught postgraduate. Research postgraduates, clinical, and specific programs may differ.
HKU Academic Calendar 2026-27 - FAQ
When does the fall 2026 semester start at HKU?
The HKU fall 2026 semester begins with the first day of classes on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. See the terms table above for the full fall schedule and last day of classes.
When is spring break at HKU in 2027?
Spring break dates vary; see the breaks table above for the official HKU 2027 spring break dates.
When is HKU commencement in 2027?
HKU commencement activities take place around May 25, 2027. The last day of spring classes is earlier; final exams fall in between. Confirm exact commencement dates with the HKU registrar.
Where can I find the official HKU academic calendar?
The official HKU academic calendar is published by the HKU registrar (linked in the source box below). This page summarizes the key dates; always confirm deadlines, exam schedules, and registration dates on the official calendar.