| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn | Wednesday 6th September* – Thursday 19th October 2023* Students return on Wednesday 6th September 2023 Half Term: Monday 23rd October – Friday 27th October 2023 Monday 30th October – Friday 15th December 2023 |
| Spring | Tuesday 2nd January* – Friday 16th February 2024* Students return on Wednesday 3rd January 2024 Half Term: Monday 19th February – Friday 23rd February 2024 Monday 26th February – Thursday 28th March 2024 Easter Break: Monday 1st April – Friday 12th April 2024 |
| Summer | Monday 15th April – Friday 28th June 2024 Please note there is no half-term break in the Summer Term |
Please note that the College is closed on Bank Holidays.
*Learning and Teaching Development Days (non-student days): 05/09/23, 20/10/23, 02/01/24 and 31/01/24
University Centre Colchester Term Dates 2023 – 2024:
| Semester | Date |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Registration and Induction: Thursday 14th September 2023 Semester 1: Monday 18th September – Friday 26th January 2024 Reading Week: Monday 23rd October – Friday 27th October 2023 Christmas Break: Monday 18th December – Friday 29th December 2023 Semester 1 restart: Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Wednesday 3rd January – Friday 12th January 2024 Inter-Semester Break/Marking: Monday 15th January – Friday 26th January 2024 |
| Semester 2 | Semester 2: Monday 29th January – Thursday 28th March 2024 Reading Week: Monday 19th February – Friday 23rd February 2024 Easter Break: Monday 1st April – Friday 12th April 2024 Semester 2 restart: Monday 15th April – Friday 10th May 2024 Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Monday 13th May – Friday 24th May 2024 Semester 2 ends: Friday 24th May 2024 |
Students must report absences using our online reporting form, which is accessed through the Learner Hub.
Simply click on the button below to login and enter your details.
Please try to ensure that you make your report your before 9am on the day of your absence
Please note: Students need to notify their tutor directly for lateness notifications.
The gates for the College Campuses are opened from 6am, with classrooms and facilities opening at their stated times.
For information on Library Opening Times please click here.
Reception and Switchboard
| Effective from 23rd May 2022, our opening times can be found below: | |
| TERM-TIME | |
| Monday | 8:30am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday | 8:30am – 6:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm |
| NON TERM-TIME | |
| Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 8:30am-4:30pm |
To search for a number, please use our Telephone Directory.
In the event of Severe Weather Conditions.
Snow Days – The Snow Closure Process
As part of our Bad Weather Communication Process, Senior Managers will review the position as early as possible if we are considering a closure. The official decision to close is ultimately taken by our Principal and Vice-Principals.
Our campuses will only be closed if one or more of the following conditions apply:
- Insufficient first aid trained and fully qualified staff are able to travel in and ensure the safe running of the campus.
- Conditions on site are considered too dangerous for the safety of students and staff.
- Conditions are considered to be, or are expected to become too hazardous to travel later in the day.
If any of our sites are to close, a decision will be made by 6:45am and the following will apply:
- Pop-up information will display on the college website and updates will be posted on social media using Facebook and Twitter. Please check for updates before starting your journey to college
- A message will be placed on the main telephone switchboard informing of the decision to close any of our campuses. (01206 712000)
Use of social media (Facebook and Twitter)
The official Colchester Institute Facebook and Twitter social media accounts will post announcements and updates as necessary. An automated response will be scheduled to answer any private messages regarding snow closure.
