The Supreme Council of Universities approved the decision in its meeting on Saturday under Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Ayman Ashour, the ministry said in a statement.
The first semester, which will last for 14 weeks, ends on 4 January 2024.
The end-of-semester exams will begin on 9 January 2024 and end on 25 January 2024, the ministry added.
The second semester will start on 10 February and last until 30 May, the ministry said.
The final exams will be held in June.
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