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Imperial Academic Calendar 2026-27

Imperial College London

The official Imperial 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 Imperial registrar.

Imperial College London Registry term dates. Medicine, placements, Business School, and taught postgraduate 12-month programmes may vary.

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Holidays
September 26
Fall Classes Start

Imperial Semesters & Terms 2026-27

Imperial Semesters & Terms 2026-27 — complete list of dates and durations
Name Start Date End Date Days Notes
Autumn Term 2026 77 —
Spring Term 2027 77 —
Summer Term 2027 63 —

Imperial Breaks & Recess 2026-27

Imperial Breaks & Recess 2026-27 — complete list of dates and durations
Name Start Date End Date Days Notes
Winter Break 21 —
Spring Break 35 —
Summer Break 92 —

Imperial Observed Holidays 2026-27

Imperial Observed Holidays 2026-27 — complete list of dates and durations
Name Start Date End Date Days Notes
Christmas Day 1 —
Boxing Day 1 —
New Year's Day 1 —
Good Friday 1 —
Easter Monday 1 —
Spring Bank Holiday 1 —

Imperial School 2026 Calendar — Month by Month

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Source last checked: July 29, 2026

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Note: Imperial College London Registry term dates. Medicine, placements, Business School, and taught postgraduate 12-month programmes may vary.

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Imperial Academic Calendar 2026-27 - FAQ

When does the fall 2026 semester start at Imperial?

The Imperial fall 2026 semester begins with the first day of classes on Saturday, September 26, 2026. See the terms table above for the full fall schedule and last day of classes.

When is spring break at Imperial in 2027?

Imperial spring break 2027 runs from March 20 to April 23, 2027.

When is Imperial commencement in 2027?

Imperial commencement activities take place around June 25, 2027. The last day of spring classes is earlier; final exams fall in between. Confirm exact commencement dates with the Imperial registrar.

Where can I find the official Imperial academic calendar?

The official Imperial academic calendar is published by the Imperial 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.

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