Arrival and Pre-Ceremony
You have arrived on campus; what you need to do and where you need to go next.
Instructions
Arrival
When should I arrive?
It is recommended to arrive approximately 2 hours prior to the start of the ceremony.
Where shall I park?
When arriving on campus, parking attendants will be on hand to help you park. There are no parking charges on campus during graduation ceremonies.
What if I’m late?
If you are running late for your ceremony, please call the Graduation Team on 01782 734206 to make them aware, or if you have already arrived on campus, you must make yourself known to the Graduation Welcome Team situated outside the Chapel and you will be advised accordingly. You must arrive at the Chapel in your academic attire 45 minutes prior to your ceremony time, otherwise there may be a chance you will not be able to attend the ceremony.
Collect tickets
Once you have arrived on campus, make your way to K2, Students’ Union via the footbridge opposite the library. Here you will be able to collect your ticket and your guest tickets from 08:00 on the day of your graduation ceremony. Please ensure you have your confirmation email to hand and proof of ID.
Please note, only graduands will be allowed entry to collect tickets and gowns. Your guests will need to wait for you in the holding/queuing area outside Walter Moberly (Entrance B) before having photographs taken on the ground floor of Walter Moberly.
Collect gown
Once you have collected your tickets, you will then collect your gown in K2, Students' Union. Please ensure you have your tickets and gown confirmation email ready to present to a staff member.
Official photography
Once you have collected your tickets and gown, it is recommended that you have your official photographs taken prior to your ceremony.
Tempest Photography will be available to take portrait and family group photographs in the Ballroom, Students’ Union from 08:00 on graduation day.
- There is no need to pre-book a slot for your official photographs. Photography will be open from 08:00 to 18:00.
- A ‘proof-on-the-day’ service, which means you do not need to pre-order anything, and will receive instant ‘proofs’ to take away and with no obligation to buy.
- Order your official photographs after the event by telephone or online.
- To view a list of packs, frames and products available please visit the website.
Head over to the Chapel
Please make sure that you head over to the Chapel 45 minutes before your ceremony time. Your guests should be at the Chapel 30 minutes prior to your ceremony start time.
Useful information
Travel, parking and maps
Cloakroom
Cloakroom facilities will be available in the Students' Union. Please note, you will not be able to bring bags or any additional items into the Chapel.
Lost property
Should you lose an item during your graduation ceremony within the Chapel, please go to the Graduation Office. If after graduation, lost items will be held at the Sports Centre and kept for a maximum of 3 months.