The 2025–2026 academic year at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) follows a structured two-semester system with a few special variations for students in the Faculty of Health and Education. Below is a full overview of the standard term dates, along with key information for non-standard course start dates from official university documentation.
Semester One (Autumn Term)
- Induction Week: Monday 22 September 2025 – Friday 26 September 2025
New and returning students begin their academic year with orientation events, faculty briefings, and registration activities. - Teaching Weeks: Monday 29 September 2025 – Friday 12 December 2025
Regular teaching begins across most courses in late September. This is a 12-week teaching block focused on coursework, lectures, and tutorials. - Winter Break: Saturday 13 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
The university closes for the winter holiday. No classes or assessments take place during this period. - Assessment Period: Monday 5 January 2026 – Friday 16 January 2026
Examinations and final submissions for semester one modules are scheduled in early January before the next semester begins.
Semester Two (Spring Term)
- Future Me Week: Monday 19 January 2026 – Friday 23 January 2026
A dedicated week for employability development and career-building workshops. Students participate in industry events and placement preparation sessions. - Teaching Weeks: Monday 26 January 2026 – Friday 27 March 2026
The main teaching period of semester two runs through the early spring months. - Spring Break: Saturday 28 March 2026 – Sunday 19 April 2026
A three-week break for rest, travel, or independent study before the final teaching block. - Teaching Continues: Monday 20 April 2026 – Friday 1 May 2026
- Assessment Weeks: Monday 4 May 2026 – Friday 15 May 2026
This period includes end-of-year examinations, major coursework submissions, and project evaluations. - Graduation Ceremonies: Monday 13 July 2026 – Friday 24 July 2026
Celebrations for graduating students are held in July at Manchester Metropolitan’s campus and city venues.
Health and Education Courses – Non-Standard Start Dates (2025–26)
Students enrolled in the Faculty of Health and Education should note that several programmes start earlier or later than the standard university calendar. Below is a summary of key exceptions from the official schedule:
August 2025
- PGT Critical Care Programme (Modular): Start Date – 20 August 2025
- PGCert and CPS in Critical Care: Start Date – 20 August 2025
September 2025
- MSc Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech & Language Therapy (Pre-Registration): Start – 1 September 2025
- PGCE (Primary & Secondary), MSc Psychology (Conversion Award), and MA Social Work: Start – Between 1 and 15 September 2025
- Undergraduate Social Work and Nursing (Years 1–3): Start – From 8 September 2025
- BSc Physiotherapy and Adult Nursing (Years 1–2): Begin 15 September 2025
- MSc Advanced Physiotherapy and MA Education Programmes: Commence 22 September 2025
January 2026
- Certificate in Professional Studies – Emergency Care: Start – 5 January 2026
- MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Year 1): Starts 7 January 2026
- MSc (Pre-Registration) Dietetics: Year 1 begins 12 January 2026, Year 2 on 13 January 2026
February 2026
- MSc Adult Nursing and MSc Mental Health Nursing (Pre-Registration): Start – 2 February 2026
- BSc (Hons) Adult Nursing (Top-Up): Start – 23 February 2026
March–May 2026
- Social Work Apprenticeship (Years 1–3): Start – Between 2 and 14 March 2026
- Return to Practice and Nursing Modular Programmes: Start – Early May 2026 (4–5 May 2026)
Summary of Key University Milestones
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Induction Week | 22 – 26 September 2025 |
| Semester One Teaching | 29 September – 12 December 2025 |
| Winter Break | 13 December 2025 – 4 January 2026 |
| Semester One Assessment | 5 – 16 January 2026 |
| Semester Two Teaching (Part 1) | 26 January – 27 March 2026 |
| Spring Break | 28 March – 19 April 2026 |
| Semester Two Teaching (Part 2) | 20 April – 1 May 2026 |
| Semester Two Assessment | 4 – 15 May 2026 |
| Graduation Week | 13 – 24 July 2026 |
Notes for Students
- Health and Education students should verify start and induction dates with their course administrators, as timetables vary by program.
- The university recommends confirming clinical placement dates separately, as these may not follow the main semester structure.
- Any updates to the term structure or assessment weeks will be published on the official Manchester Metropolitan University academic calendar webpage.
Conclusion
The Manchester Metropolitan University Term Dates 2025–26 provide a clear academic framework for students across all faculties. While most courses begin in late September, those in Health, Education, and Clinical Practice may start earlier, reflecting the intensive nature of professional training. Students are encouraged to check individual course schedules for exact induction and teaching weeks.