Do Great in 8

More than half of Durham Tech's courses are available in flexible eight-week terms. During the Fall and Spring semesters, students can take courses in two consecutive eight-week sessions. Courses are available in in-person, online, hybrid, and blended formats. Students can also combine eight-week and 16-week courses within the same semester.

Graphic demonstrating that eight week classes require less completion time, less communication between multiple instructors, and fewer assignments at a time, easing the workload that students have to take on.Increasing Your Chance of Success

Eight-week courses can help students stay on track to complete a certificate, diploma, or degree. By taking fewer courses at a time, many students find it easier to balance their coursework and reduce the risk of burnout. Completing a credential sooner can also help students enter the workforce more quickly. Durham Tech data show that students enrolled in eight-week courses have higher success rates than those in traditional 16-week courses.

16-week semesters include two consecutive eight-week terms called Term A (first eight weeks) and Term B (second eight weeks).

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Frequently Asked Questions.

Full-Time Schedule Sample

16-Week Schedule8-Week ScheduleCombined Schedule

Semester

  • ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry (3 credits)
  • CJC 131 Criminal Law (3 credits)
  • EPT 150 Incident Management (3 credits)
  • PAD 151 Intro to Public Admin (3 credits)
  • PAD 251 Public Finance and Budgeting (3 credits)

Term A

  • ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry (3 credits)
  • EPT 150 Incident Management (3 credits)
  • PAD 151 Intro to Public Admin (3 credits)

Term B

  • PAD 251 Public Finance and Budgeting (3 credits)
  • CJC 131 Criminal Law (3 credits)

Term A

  • EPT 150 Incident Management (3 credits)
  • PAD 151 Intro to Public Admin (3 credits)

Term B

  • PAD 251 Public Finance and Budgeting (3 credits)
  • CJC 131 Criminal Law (3 credits)

Semester

  • ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry (3 credits)
Total Credits: 15 creditsTotal Credits: 15 creditsTotal Credits: 15 credits