Academic calendar for postgraduate students:
Autumn 2026
| Event | Start date | End date |
| Induction week – Sept starters | 14 Sep 2026 | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Classes and assessments | 21 Sep 2026 | 11 Dec 2026 |
| Winter break (university closure) | 24 Dec 2026 | 01 Jan 2027 |
Spring 2027
| Event | Start date | End date |
| Induction week – Jan starters | 18 Jan 2027 | 22 Jan 2027 |
| Classes | 25 Jan 2027 | 19 Mar 2027 |
| Easter break | 22 Mar 2027 | 02 Apr 2027 |
| Classes and assessments | 05 Apr 2027 | 30 Apr 2027 |
Summer 2027
September starters only.
During this period, you'll be focused on your Final Major Project. While full classes may not run as usual, you’re still required to study in London.
| Event | Start date | End date |
| Classes | 31 May 2027 | 20 Aug 2027 |
| Dissertations | 30 Aug 2027 | 03 Sep 2027 |
Outliers include:
- MA Global Art Markets – students spend their summer term on a placement
- MA Luxury Hospitality Management – follows a different calendar