The Oxford College Term Dates page makes planning the academic year easier by bringing key dates into one place. It covers Oxford College Holidays, the academic calendar, and around 7–9 holiday and break periods, including half term, Christmas break, Easter break, and personal commitments.
Use the Oxford college calendar to keep track of student holidays and important academic periods throughout the year.
Oxford College Term Dates 2026/2027
Here are the Oxford College term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn Term 2026
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Connect to College Week | Monday 31 August – Friday 4 September |
| Autumn Term (Part 1) | Monday 7 September – Friday 23 October |
| October Half Term | Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October |
| Autumn Term (Part 2) | Monday 2 November – Friday 18 December |
| Christmas Break | Monday 21 December – Wednesday 6 January 2027 |
Spring Term 2027
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Spring Term (Part 1) | Wednesday 6 January – Friday 12 February |
| Spring Half Term | Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February |
| Spring Term (Part 2) | Monday 22 February – Friday 26 March |
| Easter Break | Monday 29 March – Friday 9 April |
Summer Term 2027
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Summer Term (Part 1) | Tuesday 13 April – Friday 21 May |
| May Half Term | Monday 24 May – Friday 28 May |
| Summer Term (Part 2) | Monday 31 May – Friday 2 July |
Oxford College Term Dates 2027/2028
Here are the Oxford College term dates for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Autumn Term 2027
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Connect to College Week | Monday 30 August – Friday 3 September |
| Autumn Term (Part 1) | Monday 6 September – Friday 22 October |
| October Half Term | Monday 25 October – Friday 29 October |
| Autumn Term (Part 2) | Monday 1 November – Friday 17 December |
| Christmas Break | Monday 20 December – Wednesday 5 January 2028 |
Spring Term 2028
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Spring Term (Part 1) | Wednesday 5 January – Friday 11 February |
| Spring Half Term | Monday 14 February – Friday 18 February |
| Spring Term (Part 2) | Monday 21 February – Friday 24 March |
| Easter Break | Monday 27 March – Friday 7 April |
Summer Term 2028
| Period | Dates |
|---|---|
| Summer Term (Part 1) | Tuesday 11 April – Friday 19 May |
| May Half Term | Monday 22 May – Friday 26 May |
| Summer Term (Part 2) | Monday 29 May – Friday 30 June |
Read More: England College Term Dates
Important Dates for Students
Beyond the standard term structure, certain weeks are specifically designed to help you settle in and prepare for assessments.
Connect to College Week
- 2026: Monday 31 August – Friday 4 September
- 2027: Monday 30 August – Friday 3 September
- 2028: Monday 28 August – Friday 1 September
Study Weeks
- October Half Term (Study Week): Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October (2026)
- Spring Half Term (Study Week): Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February (2027)
- May Half Term (Study Week): Monday 24 May – Friday 28 May (2027)
Higher Education (HE) Course Term Dates
Here are the dedicated HE course dates.
2026/27 HE Term Dates
| Term | Period | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn | Induction Week | Monday 14 September – Friday 18 September |
| Autumn Term Begins | Monday 21 September – Friday 18 December | |
| Study Week | Monday 26 October – Friday 30 October | |
| Christmas Festive Period | Monday 21 December – Friday 8 January | |
| Spring | Spring Term | Monday 11 January – Friday 26 March |
| Study Week | Monday 15 February – Friday 19 February | |
| Easter Break | Monday 29 March – Friday 9 April | |
| Summer | Summer Term | Monday 12 April – Friday 11 June |
| Study Week | Monday 24 May – Friday 28 May |
Read More: Leeds City College Term Dates
FAQs
When does the autumn term start at Oxford College?
The autumn term typically starts in early September with Connect to College Week, followed by full term beginning the next week.
What are the Oxford College half term dates?
Half term breaks usually fall in late October, mid-February, and late May, giving you a week off during each term.
How long is the Christmas break at Oxford College?
The Christmas break typically lasts around two to three weeks, starting mid-December and ending in early January.
What is Connect to College Week?
It’s an induction week designed to help new students settle in, meet staff, and prepare for the academic year ahead.
Are study weeks the same as holidays?
Study weeks are scheduled breaks from teaching, but they’re intended for revision and coursework completion rather than leisure.
Official Resources:
Official Oxford college term dates and education updates.