Overview of proceedings
Here is the timeline of key dates and actions which you need to undertake to attend your graduation ceremony.
December Ceremony Timeline
| Action | Timepoint |
|---|---|
| Invitations sent and booking opens | Early November |
| Ceremony times confirmed (graduands will be notified via email) | Early November |
| Contact Student Records & Operations if you are overseas and require a letter to confirm your graduation ceremony date to support a visa application. Please refer to the from the UK government. | As soon as possible |
| Inform Student Records & Operations if you or your guests have any additional needs – for example you require assistance to cross the stage. The stage is accessible via stairs or ramps. If this information is available at the time of booking, please complete the relevant section in the booking form; otherwise email Student Records & Operations | As soon as possible |
| Hire your academic dress from . | At least 21 days prior to the ceremony |
| Deadline for name changes. | 22 November 2024 |
| Programme Boards are held and results released. | Throughout November |
| Check your data consent preferences in Self Service to ensure you are included/excluded from the graduation programme and other promotional materials. This will be part of the booking process. | 22 November 2024 |
| Deadline for bookings – don't wait until your results are released. | 22 November 2024 |
| Deadline for results to be published All outstanding academic fees must be paid in order for results to be released. If your results are not available via MyResults but you have paid all fees, please contact us. |
27 November 2024 |
| E-tickets are sent to graduands. | Approx 3 days before the ceremony |