FUNAAB Revised Postgraduate Academic Calendar 2024/2025 Approved
Summary
FUNAAB approves revised postgraduate academic calendar for 2024/2025. Adjustments to key activities and timelines. Signed by Registrar Dr. Titus Adeniyi on July 17, 2025.
FUNAAB Revised Postgraduate Academic Calendar 2024/2025 Approved
Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) Senate has approved a revised academic calendar for postgraduate programs for the 2024/2025 session. The adjustments were made during a special Senate meeting held on July 17, 2025.
Calendar Revision Details
- Approval date: Thursday, July 17, 2025
- Program level: Postgraduate students only
- Academic session: 2024/2025
- Signed by: Dr. Titus Adeniyi, Registrar and Secretary to Senate
What Changed
According to the official announcement, "the revised calendar reflects adjustments to key academic activities and timelines for postgraduate programmes."
This means:
- Some dates from the original calendar have been modified
- Academic activity timelines have been updated
- The changes affect postgraduate students specifically
- Undergraduate calendars remain on the original schedule
Why Calendars Get Revised
Universities revise academic calendars for various reasons:
- Unforeseen circumstances: Events requiring schedule adjustments
- Optimization: Better alignment of academic activities
- External factors: National holidays, facility availability, or other institutional needs
- Student feedback: Addressing concerns about timelines
- Administrative requirements: Coordination with other university activities
Who This Affects
The revised calendar impacts:
- Current postgraduate students: Those enrolled in 2024/2025 session
- Postgraduate supervisors: Faculty managing research students
- Prospective PG students: Those planning to enroll during the session
- Administrative staff: Managing postgraduate programs
What Postgraduate Students Should Do
- Access the revised calendar: Download from FUNAAB website or school of postgraduate studies
- Note changes: Compare with previous calendar to identify adjustments
- Update personal schedules: Adjust thesis submission, defense dates, or course timelines
- Consult supervisors: Discuss any impact on your research timeline
- Mark critical dates: Add revised deadlines to your personal calendar
Key Academic Activities in PG Calendars
Postgraduate calendars typically include:
- Semester dates: Start and end of academic terms
- Course registration: Deadlines for enrolling in courses
- Lecture periods: Teaching and seminar schedules
- Thesis submission: Deadlines for dissertation submission
- Defense schedules: Oral examination periods
- Examination dates: Written exams for taught courses
- Break periods: Semester breaks and holidays
How to Access the Revised Calendar
The complete revised calendar is available at:
- FUNAAB School of Postgraduate Studies office
- Official FUNAAB website (www.funaab.edu.ng)
- Departmental notice boards
- Faculty offices
- Official university communication channels
Impact on Thesis and Research Timelines
If you're conducting research or writing your thesis:
- Check if your submission deadline has changed
- Verify defense period scheduling
- Consult your supervisor about timeline adjustments
- Plan your research activities around revised dates
- Request extensions if the revision creates challenges
FUNAAB Postgraduate Programs
FUNAAB offers postgraduate degrees in:
- Agricultural sciences and technology
- Veterinary medicine
- Environmental resources management
- Engineering and food science
- Natural and pure sciences
- Management and social sciences
Tips for PG Students
- Stay organized: Track all revised dates carefully
- Communicate: Inform supervisors of any conflicts the revision creates
- Plan ahead: Don't rely on old calendar dates
- Set reminders: Use digital calendars with alerts for critical deadlines
- Verify changes: Confirm specific dates that affect your program
Important Reminders
- This revision applies to postgraduate programs only
- The calendar was signed by the Registrar on behalf of Senate
- All PG students must comply with revised timelines
- Extensions or exemptions require formal approval
- Ignorance of revised dates is not a valid excuse
Contact Information
For questions about the revised calendar:
- School of Postgraduate Studies, FUNAAB
- Your departmental postgraduate coordinator
- Academic Affairs Division
- Registrar's Office
Plan your academic activities according to the revised calendar for a successful 2024/2025 session!
