Important dates
This page holds information about our semester dates, when the holidays are, and when the Polytechnic is closed for Public Holidays. Some programmes may have slightly different start/end dates from what is shown below, so it’s best to check specific dates with your school administrator or lecturer. Or email info@op.ac.nz and we can find the information you need.
2024 semester dates for certificate programmes
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 29 April – 5 July | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 08 July – 19 July | Holiday 2 |
| 22 July – 27 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 30 September – 11 October | Holiday 3 |
| 14 October – 29 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
2024 semester dates for diploma/degree programmes
|
Date |
Event |
|---|---|
| 29 April – 28 June | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 1 July – 19 July | Holiday 2 |
| 22 July – 27 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 30 September – 11 October | Holiday 3 |
| 14 October – 22 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
2024 Graduation dates
Please visit our graduation page for the latest graduation dates and information for guests and graduates.
2024 Public Holidays and Anniversary Days
| Date | Event | Location affected |
|---|---|---|
|
Monday 8 January |
Campus reopens |
All campuses open |
|
Tuesday 6 February |
Waitangi Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 25 March |
Otago Anniversary Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Friday 29 March - Tuesday 2 April |
Good Friday, Easter Monday and Easter Tuesday |
All campuses closed |
|
Thursday 25 April |
ANZAC Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 3 June |
King's Birthday |
All campuses closed |
|
Friday 28 June |
Matariki |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 28 October |
Labour Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Wednesday 25 December |
Christmas Day |
All campuses closed |
2025 semester dates for certificate programmes
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 17 February – 11 April | Semester 1 (Term 1) |
| 12 April – 27 April | Holiday 1 |
| 28 April – 27 June | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 28 June – 13 July | Holiday 2 |
| 14 July – 19 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 20 September – 5 October | Holiday 3 |
| 6 October – 21 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
2025 semester dates for diploma/degree programmes
|
Date |
Event |
|---|---|
| 17 February – 11 April | Semester 1 (Term 1) |
| 12 April – 27 April | Holiday 1 |
| 28 April – 19 June | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 20 June – 13 July | Holiday 2 |
| 14 July – 19 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 20 September – 5 October | Holiday 3 |
| 6 October – 14 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
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