Planning your academic year effectively at the University of Western Australia (UWA) starts with knowing the key dates for 2025. From enrolment periods and semester start dates to exam schedules and holidays, these important milestones help students stay organized and make the most of their university experience.
Key Dates for UWA Students in 2025
Enrolment and Transfers
- Undergraduate Transfers for Semester 1, 2025: Open from 1 October to 10 December 2024, with a late transfer period from 11 December 2024 to 10 February 2025 (late fee applies).
- Re-enrolments for 2025: Begin on 4 November 2024 and continue until 20 January 2025. A late re-enrolment option opens on 21 January 2025 (with a late fee).
- Mid-Year Re-enrolments for Semester 2, 2025: Available from 1 May to 26 July 2025, with late transfers between 1 and 7 July 2025.
Semester Dates and Orientation
- Semester 1, 2025:
- Orientation: 17–21 February
- Semester Start: 24 February
- Last Day to Add Units: 1 March
- Census Date (last day to withdraw without financial penalty): 31 March
- Mid-Semester Break: 21–25 April
- Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty: 11 April
- Last Day to Withdraw With Academic Penalty: 23 May
- Semester End: 23 May
- Semester 2, 2025:
- Orientation: 14–18 July
- Semester Start: 21 July
- Last Day to Add Units: 26 July
- Census Date: 31 August
- Mid-Semester Break: 1–5 September
- Last Day to Withdraw Without Academic Penalty: 5 September
- Last Day to Withdraw With Academic Penalty: 17 October
- Semester End: 17 October
Exam Periods
- Semester 1 Exams: 31 May – 14 June
- Deferred and Supplementary Exams (Semester 1): 14–18 July
- Semester 2 Exams: 25 October – 8 November
- Deferred and Supplementary Exams (Semester 2): Mid-February 2026 (dates provisional)
Public Holidays and University Closures
- Australia Day: 26 January (UWA closed)
- Labour Day: 3 March (UWA closed)
- Good Friday: 18 April (UWA closed)
- Easter Monday: 21 April (UWA closed)
- ANZAC Day: 25 April (UWA closed)
- Western Australia Day: 2 June (UWA closed)
- King’s Birthday: 29 September (UWA closed)
- University Shutdown: 24 December 2025 – 4 January 2026 (UWA reopens 5 January)
Other Important Dates
- Statement of Accounts Available: 25 January (Semester 1) and 7 June (Semester 2)
- Graduations: July and December (dates provisional)
- Handbook Release: 1 November 2024 for 2025 courses, 3 November 2025 for 2026 courses
Why These Dates Matter
Keeping track of these dates is crucial for managing your enrolment, avoiding financial penalties, planning study breaks, and preparing for exams. Missing deadlines can affect your academic progress and financial standing, so it’s wise to mark these key events in your calendar early.
The University of Western Australia’s 2025 academic calendar is packed with important deadlines and events that shape your study year. From enrolment windows and semester start dates to exam periods and holidays, staying informed about these dates helps you navigate your university journey smoothly and successfully.