Graduation

All the information you need to make your graduation day a truly memorable experience.

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We want you to feel proud of your achievements on this special day. Find out about your ceremony, what to expect and how to prepare, to ensure happy memories for you and your guests.

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Next ceremony session dates

Our summer graduation ceremonies (undergraduate including integrated Master's degrees and PhDs) will take place between 15 and 19 July 2024.

Our winter graduation ceremonies (postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degrees) will take place on 11 and 12 December 2024.

July 2024 Timetable

July graduation checklist 

Registration for our July graduation ceremonies will soon open. When you register to attend, you can prepare for your ceremony by completing the steps in our graduation checklist.

Applicable to all:

  • Book your gown ensuring you've chosen the correct hood for your degree type.
  • Share any access / special requirements with the Graduation Team
  • Ensure you have cleared any outstanding debt with the university or we cannot permit you to graduate (includes tuition fees, college fees and accommodation fees)

If applicable, you should also:

For any additional questions you can visit our graduation FAQ page. 

Please note there is a maximum two guest tickets per student for the Great Hall

All queries regarding late registration should be sent to ceremonies@lancaster.ac.uk  

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Summer graduation ceremonies

Lancaster University's summer graduation ceremonies will take place from Monday 15 - Friday 19 July 2024. Follow the link below to view this summer's graduation timetable.

Our on-the-day leaflet will provide you with all the information needed for your visit.

July 2024 Timetable