Ceremony procedures
Rehearsal
All graduands must attend the rehearsal before the official ceremony.
You will be distributed a name card at the rehearsal. Make sure you keep it during the ceremony. It is essential that you sit in the seat allocated to you, and that you remain in the correct order. For the presentation of your testamur (degree), you will be guided onto the stage by our ushers.
Please be respectful to other graduates and the audience after you receive your testamur by returning to your seat quietly and not using your mobile phones.
All guests and graduates are expected to stay in your seats until the end of the ceremony, even after you have been presented on stage.
Seating for guest
We have dedicated seating areas for your guest(s). Please inform your guest(s) to arrive early as these areas are served on a first come first serve basis.
Photograph
Please inform your guest(s) that they are not permitted to approach the stage area to take photos during the ceremony as this impedes the movement of graduates to and from the stage.
Professional photographers will be taking photos at the ceremony, including when you receive your testamur on stage.
Retiring procession
At the end of the ceremony, you will follow the Academic Procession for the official photograph, as directed by the ushers. Take any valuables with you.
Accessibility support for guests and students
If you or your guests have mobility impairments, please inform us in advance to arrange support. You can submit the request for support via Student Connect.