Armagh College Term Dates and Holidays

The Armagh College Term Dates guide helps students plan studies and life with confidence using the SRC academic calendar. As part of Southern Regional College, it brings together Armagh College Holidays with around 9–11 student holiday periods each year when the college closed status applies.

This clear academic diary covers college semester dates for semester 1 dates and semester 2 dates, plus student registration, enrolment dates, clearing day, LRC induction, and when classes begin.

Armagh College Term Dates 2025/2026

Below is the Armagh College Term Dates including key events for 2025/26. The 2025/2026 academic year follows a structured semester system designed to support student success.

Key Event	Date
Student Registration Day	26/08/25
Clearing Day	28/08/25
1st Year Classes Begin	01/09/25
2nd Year Classes Begin	01/09/25
Semester 1	31/08/25 – 15/01/26
Semester 2	18/01/26 – 04/06/26

Armagh College Term Dates 2026/2027

Below is the Armagh College Term Dates including key events for 2026/27. The 2026/2027 academic calendar continues the college’s commitment to providing clear, structured learning periods. Here’s what you need to know:

Key Event	Date
Student Registration Day	26/08/26
Clearing Day	28/08/26
1st Year Classes Begin	01/09/26
2nd Year Classes Begin	01/09/26
Semester 1	31/08/26 – 15/01/27
Semester 2	18/01/27 – 04/06/27

Armagh College Term Dates 2027/2028

Below is the Armagh College Term Dates including key events for 2027/28.

Key Event	Date
Student Registration Day	26/08/27
Clearing Day	28/08/27
1st Year Classes Begin	01/09/27
2nd Year Classes Begin	01/09/27
Semester 1	31/08/27 – 15/01/28
Semester 2	18/01/28 – 04/06/28

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Student Holidays 2026/27/28

Armagh College student holidays give you well-deserved breaks throughout the academic year.

2026/2027 Holidays:

Holiday/Break	Date(s)	Status
August Bank Holiday	31/08/26	College Closed
Halloween Break	26/10/26 – 01/11/26	Student Holidays
Christmas & New Year Break	21/12/26 – 03/01/27	College Closed
Mid-Term Break	08/02/27 – 14/02/27	Student Holidays
St Patrick’s Day	17/03/27	College Closed
Easter Break	22/03/27 – 04/04/27	College Closed (6th & 7th April)
May Bank Holidays	03/05/27 & 31/05/27	College Closed
Summer Break Begins	14/06/27	Student Holidays
Summer Closure	12/07/27 – 18/07/27	College Closed

2027/2028 Holidays:

Holiday/Break	Date(s)	Status
August Bank Holiday	31/08/27	College Closed
Halloween Break	26/10/27 – 01/11/27	Student Holidays
Christmas & New Year Break	21/12/27 – 03/01/28	College Closed
Mid-Term Break	08/02/28 – 14/02/28	Student Holidays
St Patrick’s Day	17/03/28	College Closed
Easter Break	22/03/28 – 04/04/28	College Closed (6th & 7th April)
May Bank Holidays	03/05/28 & 31/05/28	College Closed
Summer Break Begins	14/06/28	Student Holidays
Summer Closure	12/07/28 – 18/07/28	College Closed

College Closure Dates (Bank Holidays & Summer Closure)

Armagh College closes its doors for several bank holidays and extended breaks throughout the year. These closure dates mean no classes and limited campus access for all students.

Key Closure Dates to Remember:

• August Bank Holiday: College closed (last Monday in August)
• Christmas & New Year: Two-week closure (late December to early January)
• St Patrick’s Day: College closed (17th March)
• Easter Break: Extended closure (late March to early April)
• May Bank Holidays: Two closures (early and late May)
• Summer Closure: One-week closure (mid-July)

During these periods, campus facilities including the LRC, libraries, and student services may be unavailable. The college opening hours typically resume to normal schedules following each closure period.

Part-Time & Apprenticeships NI Key Dates

Key Event	Date
Clearing Day	28/08/26
Classes Begin	07/09/26
Registration Begins	28/08/26

Higher Education Part-Time Students: HE part-time key dates Armagh follow a similar structure but with later start dates to accommodate work commitments.

Apprenticeships NI: Apprenticeship dates align with part-time schedules, allowing learners to balance work and study effectively.

FE Part-Time Courses: Further education part-time key dates may vary by course. Always check with your specific department for exact timings.

How Many Weeks in SRC Semester?

Each semester at Southern Regional College lasts 17 weeks. This structure applies to:

• Semester 1 Dates: 17 weeks from late August to mid-January
• Semester 2 Dates: 17 weeks from mid-January to early June

This 17-week format ensures consistent learning across FE full-time term dates SRC and provides clear progression through the academic year structure. Understanding the semester length helps with:

• Student Services: Planning academic support
• Financial Planning: Budgeting for the full semester
• Course Planning: Managing assignment deadlines
• Academic Diary: Tracking progress through the academic year

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Official Armagh College term dates (Southern Regional College) and education updates.

All dates are subject to change. Please verify with official Armagh College sources before making important plans.