Term Dates 2021-2022Term Dates 2022-2023Academic Calendar 2021-2022Academic Calendar 2022-2023Absence Reporting LineSnow and Severe Weather Information
| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn | Wednesday 1st September – Friday 22nd October 2021* Half Term: Monday 25th October – Friday 29th October 2021 Monday 1st November – Friday 17th December 2021 |
| Spring | Tuesday 4th January – Friday 11th February 2022* Half Term: Monday 14th February – Friday 18th February 2022 Monday 21st February – Friday 1st April 2022 Easter Break: Monday 4th April – Monday 18th April 2022 |
| Summer | Tuesday 19th April – Friday 1st July 2022 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): 3/9/21, 22/10/21 and 1/2/22
University Centre Colchester Term Dates 2021 – 2022:
| Semester | Date |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Registration and Induction: Friday 17th September 2021 Semester 1 start: Monday 20th September – Friday 14th January 2022 Reading Week: Monday 25th October – Friday 29th October 2021 Christmas Break: Monday 20th December – Friday 31st December 2021 Semester 1 restart: Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Monday 3rd January – Friday 14th January 2022 Inter-Semester Break/Marking: Monday 17th January – Friday 28th January 2022 |
| Semester 2 | Semester 2 start: Monday 31st January – Friday 1st April 2022 Reading Week: Monday 14th February – Friday 18th February 2022 Easter Break: Monday 4th April – Friday 15th April 2022 Semester 2 restart: Monday 19th April – Friday 27th May 2022 Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Monday 16th May – Friday 27th May 2022 |
| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn | Tuesday 6th September* – Friday 21st October 2022* Students return on Wednesday 7th September 2022 Half Term: Monday 24th October – Friday 28th October 2022 Monday 31st October – Friday 16th December 2022 |
| Spring | Tuesday 3rd January* – Friday 10th February 2023* Students return on Wednesday 4th January 2023 Half Term: Monday 13th February – Friday 17th February 2023 Monday 20th February – Friday 31st March 2023 Easter Break: Monday 3rd April – Friday 14th April 2023 |
| Summer | Monday 17th April – Friday 30th June 2023 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): 06/09/22, 21/10/22, 03/01/23 and 01/02/23
University Centre Colchester Term Dates 2022 – 2023:
| Semester | Date |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Registration and Induction: Thursday 15th September 2022 Semester 1: Monday 19th September – Friday 13th January 2023 Reading Week: Monday 24th October – Friday 28th October 2022 Christmas Break: Monday 19th December – Friday 30th December 2022 Semester 1 restart: Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Wednesday 4th January – Friday 13th January 2023 Inter-Semester Break/Marking: Monday 16th January – Friday 27th January 2023 |
| Semester 2 | Semester 2: Monday 30th January – Friday 31st March 2023 Reading Week: Monday 13th February – Friday 17th February 2023 Easter Break: Monday 3rd April – Friday 14th April 2023 Semester 2 restart: Monday 17th April – Friday 12th May 2023 Assessment/Tutorials/Examinations: Monday 15th May – Friday 26th May 2023 Semester 2 ends: Friday 26th May 2023 |
Absences can be reported using our new online reporting form. Simply click on the button below 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
Reception and Switchboard: 8.30am – 6.30pm Monday – Thursday and 8.30am – 4.30pm Friday term-time and 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Thursday and 8.30am – 4.30pm Friday non term-time
Course enquiry Line: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday – Thursday and 8.30pm – 4.30pm Friday all year.
To search for a number, please use our Telephone Directory.
In the event of Severe Weather Conditions.
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.
