This page helps students plan the full-time academic year structure with confidence. It combines City of Glasgow College term dates, Holidays and the official semester dates, typically featuring 9–11 student holiday dates, with clear notes on when the College closed periods apply.
Covering semester 1 and semester 2 across two semesters per year, this overview highlights full-time courses start date, Mid-term Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, Easter Weekend, May Day, May Weekend, September Weekend, October Week, and Glasgow Fair. You’ll also see course tutor confirmation dates, college closed for business dates, holiday dates inclusive, and reminders that term dates subject to change through the end of academic year.
City of Glasgow College Term Dates 2025/2026
Below is the City of Glasgow College Term Dates including semester dates and student holiday for 2025/26.
Semester Dates
- Full-time courses start date: Week beginning 25th August 2025
- Full-time courses end date: 12th June 2026
- Semester 1 dates 2025: 25th August 2025 – 16th January 2026
- Semester 2 dates 2026: 26th January 2026 – 12th June 2026
Student Holiday Dates 2025/2026
- May Weekend 2026: Friday 22nd – Monday 25th May
- Glasgow Fair 2026: Monday 20th July
City of Glasgow College Term Dates 2026/2027
Below is the City of Glasgow College Term Dates, semester dates and student holiday for 2026/27.
Semester Dates
- Full-time courses start date: Week beginning 24th August 2026
- Full-time courses end date: 11th June 2027
- Semester 1 2026: 24th August 2026 – 15th January 2027
- Semester 2 2027: 25th January 2027 – 11th June 2027
Student Holiday Dates 2026/2027
- September Weekend 2026: Friday 25th – Monday 28th September
- October Week 2025: Monday 12th – Friday 16th October (inclusive)
- Winter Break 2025: Monday 21st December – Monday 4th January (inclusive)
- Mid-term Break February 2026: Monday 15th – Tuesday 16th February
- Easter Weekend 2026: Friday 26th – Monday 29th March
- Spring Break 2026: Monday 5th April – Friday 16th April
- May Day 2026: Monday 3rd May
- May Weekend 2027: Friday 28th – Monday 31st May
- Glasgow Fair 2027: Monday 19th July
Read More: Scotland College Term Dates
City of Glasgow College Term Dates 2027/2028
The college has not yet published official dates for 2027/2028. Based on the full-time academic year structure pattern of two semesters per year, expected dates are:
Semester Dates (Projected)
- Full-time courses start date: Week beginning 23rd August 2027
- Full-time courses end date: 9th June 2028 (projected)
- Semester 1: 23rd August 2027 – 14th January 2028 (projected)
- Semester 2: 24th January 2028 – 9th June 2028 (projected)
Student Holiday Dates (Projected)
- September Weekend: Last weekend of September
- October Week: Mid-October (one week)
- Winter Break: Mid-December to early January
- Mid-term Break: Mid-February (2 days)
- Easter Weekend: March/April
- Spring Break: Early to mid-April
- May Day: First Monday in May
- May Weekend: Late May
- Glasgow Fair: Mid-to-late July
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City of Glasgow College In-service Days
In-service days (staff training) vary by department and academic year. The college usually schedules 3–5 in-service days per academic year, often on:
- The first Monday of the academic year (late August)
- The day after October Week
- The day after Spring Break
- The last Friday before Easter Weekend
For exact in-service dates, please check with your course tutor confirmation dates or the official staff calendar.
Key College Holiday Periods
- September Weekend – 4 days (Friday–Monday)
- October Week – 5 days (Monday–Friday, inclusive)
- Winter Break – 2 weeks (including college closed Dec 25–Jan 4)
- Mid-term Break – 2 days (February)
- Easter Weekend – 4 days (Friday–Monday)
- Spring Break – 2 weeks (April)
- May Day – 1 day (Monday)
- May Weekend – 4 days (Friday–Monday)
- Glasgow Fair – 1 day (Monday in July)
Read More: Fife College Term Dates
FAQs
When do City of Glasgow College term dates get released?
The college releases term dates approximately 12–18 months in advance, typically in spring for the following academic year.
Are the holiday dates inclusive or exclusive?
All holiday dates listed are inclusive, meaning the start and end dates are part of the holiday period.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
The college usually observes the holiday on the following Monday, or the closest working day.
Do part-time courses follow the same term dates?
No. Only full-time academic year structure follows these dates. Part-time and evening courses have separate schedules.
Can term dates change after they are published?
Yes, term dates subject to change. Always get course tutor confirmation dates for your specific programme.
Is the college open during October Week for staff?
No, the college is fully closed for students and most staff during October Week.
Official Resources:
Official City of Glasgow college term dates and education updates.