All the information you need to make your graduation day a truly memorable experience.
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.
All Lancaster's graduation ceremonies are available to watch live on our website and YouTube, and are also available to watch again.
Watch graduations
Our winter graduation ceremonies (postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degrees) will take place on Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th December 2025.
Our summer graduation ceremonies (undergraduate including integrated Master's degrees and PhDs) will take place between Monday 13th and Friday 17th July 2026.
Winter Graduation Timetable 2025
The graduation programme for December 2025 is now available to view.
Download the graduation programmeFind out more about forthcoming graduation dates and eligibility.
Find out about registration, gown hire, tickets, photography, travel and accommodation.
What to expect on the day: timings, key locations, an overview of the ceremony, campus travel and photography.
We encourage all Lancaster University staff to get involved in graduation. Find out how you can take part.
Stream ceremonies live on the day and catch up with previous ceremony recordings.
Please read and ensure you understand the following terms and conditions associated with your graduation.
