Academic Calendars

The academic year is split into Teaching Period 1 (first six months of the year) and Teaching Period 2 (second six months of the year).

Across these Teaching Periods are individual Semesters and Trimesters, select your Academic Calendar below to view key dates associated with your studies.

2027

Please note: the 2027 Trimester 1-3 Academic Calendars for JCU Australia are subject to change according to the outcomes from the recent Student Consultation.

2026

• Past Calendars
• Browse key calendar terms and definitions.

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