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Timetable of the Academic Year 2025/26
| Semester Periods | First Semester Period | Christmas Recess | Second Semester Period | Easter Recess | Week Study/Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dates | 08.09.2025 to 28.11.2025 |
19.12.2025 to 11.01.2026 |
12.01.2026 to 03.04.2026 |
04.04.2026 to 17.04.2026 |
20.04.2026 to 25.04.2026 |
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Full details of key dates for AY 2025/26 are available here.
- Your personal timetable will be available on Canvas, following your registration.
- All information on this page is correct at time of publication but are subject to change.
Examination Periods 2025/26
| Exam Periods | Examination Period I | Examination Period II |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | 08.12.2025 to 19.12.2025 |
24.04.2026 to 08.05.2026 |
Student Absentee Form
The School of BEES supports students who face genuine personal difficulties or who have compelling reasons for not completing prescribed work and assessments. Where this is the case, students must complete and email the absentee form below to bees@ucc.ie within two weeks:
Students are responsible for providing this documentation. For long absences or complex personal situations, we advise you to discuss this matter with the degree programme coordinator for your year.
All documentation and information will be treated with the utmost sensitivity and confidentiality.
Student Well-Being
Some students will, from time to time, encounter problem situations which they are not able to handle very well during their time in UCC. These may be personal, financial or academic difficulties. Should you find yourself in this position, our experience is that the sooner you seek help, the easier it is to ensure a satisfactory resolution, whatever the reason for your problems. There are many people on campus to help you. A wide range of specific supports are provided.
The "Acorn to Mighty Oak" has come to symbolise students' academic, personal and professional development journey throughout their time at UCC. In alignment with this rich metaphor, the support services available to students are presented in the form of a Support Tree. This tree depicts the support services currently available to students and provides links to further information about each service.
See here for more information on how to contact any of these services: https://www.ucc.ie/en/students/wellbeing/
Student Policies and Procedures
Important policies and procedures with which students should be familiar.
Course Guidelines
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
See here for more information on Academic Integrity, Plagiarism and the misuse of AI tools: https://www.ucc.ie/en/skillscentre/academic-integrity/
In particular, it is essential that all students familiarise themselves with the UCC Academic Integrity Policy which is available here.
Students will be required to undergo plagiarism/ academic integrity training before submission of any coursework.
Health & Safety
Health and Safety Briefing 2019
Field Trip Payments
The School has a facility to allow you to pay for field trips online with your debit or credit card. This means that you can now pay conveniently and securely. You can also choose an instalment option and spread the cost for some of the items. We encourage all students to avail of this facility.
*More information shortly*
Supports for First Year Students
Specific programmes and supports are in place to help students transition into college life during your first year on campus.
Useful Links for Students
Are you looking for information on available health services, advice on money matters, academic support or queries about student living? Check out the categories below for all the information and links to services you need for Student Wellbeing.
Academic
- Graduate Studies
- International Support Office
- Mature Student Office
- Peer Support
- Skills Centre
- Student Advisor and Ombudsman
Health
Jobs & Money
Living