Editable university syllabus template: sections, example and tips
A course syllabus is the contract and the map for a course: who teaches it, what students will learn, the week-by-week schedule, how they're graded, and the policies that apply. Put the schedule and grading where students can find them in seconds.
No account needed to edit.
Templates to start from
Course plan map
Weeks, topics and assessments in one view.
Lesson plan
Unit overview
Outcomes, key readings and assessment for a module.
Lesson plan
Grading rubric
Criteria and levels to attach to an assignment.
Classroom form (Letter)
Attendance sheet
For seminars and labs where attendance counts.
Classroom form (Letter)
What to include in a syllabus
- Course information: code, title, credits, term, meeting times and room or link.
- Instructor: name, email, office hours and how quickly you reply.
- Description and learning outcomes: three to six outcomes starting with verbs (“analyse”, “design”, “evaluate”).
- Required materials: books, software, lab equipment, with editions.
- Schedule: week-by-week topics, readings and due dates.
- Assessment: each component, its weight and due date; the grading scale.
- Policies: late work, attendance, academic integrity, use of AI tools, accessibility and accommodations (link your institution's official wording).
- Support: tutoring, library, wellbeing and disability services.
Example assessment table
| Assessment | Weight | Due |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly reading responses | 15% | Fridays, weeks 2–12 |
| Lab reports (3) | 30% | Weeks 4, 8, 11 |
| Midterm exam | 20% | Week 7 |
| Final project and presentation | 35% | Week 14 |
Make it easy to use
- Put the schedule and grading on the first two pages; policies can follow.
- Use real dates, not only week numbers, if your term dates are fixed.
- Check your institution's required syllabus sections and accessibility statement — many universities publish a checklist.
- Keep a dated version history so students know which copy is current.
How to make it in CatalogProFlow
- Start from the course planOpen the course plan template and change the course code, title, term and your contact details.
- Fill in the scheduleOne row per week: topic, readings and what's due. Put exam and deadline weeks in bold.
- Add assessment weightsList each assessment with its percentage so the total is 100%.
- Attach rubricsUse the rubric template for major assignments so students see the criteria up front.
- Share itDownload a PDF to upload to your learning platform, or a PNG for a quick post. Download a PNG free with an account, or a print-ready PDF with Pro or a one-time $2.99 unlock for that design. You can also print straight from the PDF on any home or school printer.
Questions
What are the essential parts of a syllabus?
Course details, instructor contact, learning outcomes, required materials, a schedule, assessment weights and grading scale, and course policies, plus where students can get support.
Should the syllabus include an AI policy?
Many institutions now ask instructors to state whether and how students may use AI tools. Check your institution's guidance and state your policy plainly.
Can I share the syllabus as a PDF?
Yes. The print-ready PDF needs Pro or a $2.99 one-time unlock for that design; a PNG download is free with an account.
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