University classes start and finish times

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??

When I was a student, lectures started at 9am. Generally the last lecture of the day ran from 4pm to 5pm; but I did have a lecture that ran from 5pm to 6pm in my first year.

It's best not to make assumptions -- if in doubt, contact the university and ask.

obviously depends on the uni and the course; most tend to be between 9 and 5pm, but don't make assumptions – the earliest lecture I've had started at 8:15, and the latest finished at 19:05 (thankfully not on the same day!)

9am - 6pm mon-fri is standard.

Of course their maybe times you’ll be expected to work different hours, but this will probably be unusual unless you do a unusual course.

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??

@marchag the days will probably differ as well, it's not like school where everyday you are in from 9-5 or something like that. And it does change from course to course and from uni to uni. Likely there will be some full days, so 10-6 for example whereas other days you may only be in for 2 hours, and some days you have no lectures or seminars, and you can use that day as you wish. You really won't know until you receive your timetable.

When you are in for long days though, staff will make sure you get breaks in between their lectures

- Rosie

Hi @marchag!

It's great to hear you're starting Uni in September, I hope you're not too nervous and are looking forward to it!

You're assumptions are more or less spot on: each University is different of course, and I don't know which institution you'll be attending, but from my experience at Chichester the earliest I ever had a lecture or seminar was 9am. The latest I finished was around 5pm, and it was the semester that led in to Christmas too so that wasn't fun finishing that session when it was already dark and cold!

But yes, each University will be slightly different and on top of that it will also slightly vary by module/degree as well, and by semester too!

I hope this is helpful, if you have any other questions then do let me know
Tom
University of Chichester Alumni and Student rep.

I had classes finish at 6 7 even 8 PM

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??

It depends on your course and timetabling. You likely will not have any classes before 9am.
For example, My latest class/lab this year was 6pm although if that was the case it was usually the only thing I’d have that day.

That's great thank you

Thank you for responding, that's really helpful. I'm really looking forward to starting but a little apprehensive too

Wow, that's quite late but good to know. Thank you!

No problem @marchag, happy to help!

Great that you're looking forward to it, everyone will be feeling the same in those first few weeks so don't feel like you'll be the only one a bit nervous. Plus your University will have lots of events during freshers week meant to help settle everyone in, as well as the support services they'll have (that will be available throughout your degree too!) which you can always rely on if you feel like you need that extra help and support

I wish you all the best in September! If there's anything else I can help with feel free to ask!

Tom
University of Chichester Alumni and Student Rep.

So,I start university in September 2022 and, whilst I know things will differ between universities and courses, I've been assuming that any classes I need to attend for my course will not start before 9am and the latest classes will be finished by around 4.30pm. Is this the reality or am I way off the mark??