Length of Schooling
The standard duration for undergraduate programs is 4 to 6 years, for master's programs 2 to 3 years, and for doctoral programs 3 to 4 years (specific program lengths may vary by major).
Students may apply for an extension of their study period based on their academic progress.
Academic Term
Sichuan University divides each academic year into two semesters: spring and autumn. The autumn semester marks the beginning of the new academic year, typically starting in September and ending in January of the following year. The spring semester generally runs from March to July.
Each academic year includes two long holidays: summer vacation and winter vacation. The summer vacation lasts approximately 7 weeks, while the winter vacation lasts about 4 weeks and usually aligns with the Chinese Spring Festival holiday.
The exact start date of each semester is not fixed and is generally adjusted according to the date of the Chinese Spring Festival (based on the lunar calendar). Specific semester start dates should be confirmed by referring to the university's academic calendar for the respective year.