Frequently asked questions

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I am completing a joint degree scheme which ceremony will I attend?

Can I choose when I graduate?
Do I have to attend a ceremony?
What does 'in absentia' mean?
Do I have to pay to graduate?
What if I have outstanding debts?
What if there are disciplinary proceedings pending against me?

Find answers at Information on Attendance at Graduation

How do I order guest tickets?
How many guests can I bring?
Can I get more than three guests' tickets?
Do I have to pay for guests' tickets?
I have children, can they come to the ceremony?
Can I get a refund for my guests' tickets if they don’t come on the day?

Find answers at Information on Tickets for Guests

Do I have to wear a gown?
What should I wear underneath my gown?
Where do I collect my gown?
When do I collect my gown?
Where and when do I return my gown?
Is there a dress code?
Can I wear the traditional dress of my country?

Find answers at Information on Gown Hire

What do I need to do when I arrive on the day of my Graduation?

Where do I collect my tickets?
What time should I arrive and collect my tickets?
What if I have lost my booking confirmation, what do I do? 
What if I arrive late, will I be allowed in?
What if my guests arrive late, will they be allowed in?
What if I can’t make it on the day? 

Find answers at Information on arrival for Graduation

Where can my guests park?
Are there disabled parking facilities?

Where is the ceremony held?

Will the ceremony be recorded?

Find answers at Information on the Venue

What time is my ceremony?

Where will I be seated during the ceremony?

What should I wear?

What happens during the ceremony?

How long does the ceremony last?

What happens afterwards?
How and when do I get my certificate?

Find answers at Information on the Ceremony