The academic year is divided into trimesters: 

Fall trimester: October 1 – December 31
Christmas Holidays: Dec 24 - Jan 6
Winter trimester: January 7  – March 31
Spring trimester: April 1 – September 30
Lecture-free time: July 1 – September 30

This trimester system enables intensive study such that students are able to earn a fully accredited Bachelor's degree in three years and a fully accredited Master’s degree within four years only. 

Download our latest academic calender here. Please scroll down to "Termine".