Frequently Asked Questions
How will I receive my graduation certificate?
If you are attending our September 2024 Graduation Ceremonies, you should receive your certificate during your ceremony.
For those students who are not able to attend, your certificate and transcript will be posted to the permanent address which is recorded on your One Uni record.
For students who complete their studies after the deadline for conferment at our September 2024 ceremonies, your certificate and transcript should be posted out to you in due course.
You must therefore ensure that these details are accurate ahead of us sending your certificate to ensure safe postage.
How do I update my postal address to receive my graduation certificate?
You can update your details in the “My Details” area of your One Uni account.
Please ensure that your permanent address, email address and phone number are up to date.
If your address details are incorrect at the point of posting, and your certificate is returned to us, there may be a charge for redelivery to your new address.
Who do I contact about my graduation certificate?
If you have not received your graduation certificate, please contact the Alumni Team at alumni@lincoln.ac.uk in the first instance. If the team is unable to advise on your case, they will pass your email on to the certificates team.
Please include your full name, student ID, and the correct postal address in your email.
I've lost my certificate, how do I order a replacement?
Replacement certificates can only be issued if your original certificate has been lost or damaged. The University is unable to issue duplicate copies.
You can order a replacement certificate below.
I need a copy of my transcript, how do I request one?
Your University transcript supplements your University certificate by providing a breakdown of the modules you studied, the marks and credits you achieved, and the degree date and classification. You can request a copy of your transcript. For more information see our Order a Certificate page.
Can I request a confirmation of study letter?
A confirmation of award letter can be requested to confirm the dates you attended your University programme and the award you achieved. You can request a confirmation of award letter. For more information see our Order a Certificate page.
How do I get a reference?
If you require an academic reference, please get in touch with the Alumni Team at alumni@lincoln.ac.uk who will be able to advise the best way to request this.
When will I lose access to my student email/blackboard?
Find out more about access to your University accounts. If you have any questions at all, please contact the Digital Services team at dt@lincoln.ac.uk.
What careers support is available to me? How do I access this?
As a recent graduate of the University of Lincoln, you can access support with career planning, development, and applications, for up to two years after you finish your studies. Further details of this support and additional support for alumni further into their careers can be found on the alumni careers page or you can get in touch with the Careers and Employability Team at careers@lincoln.ac.uk.
What is the alumni network? What benefits are on offer to me?
The Alumni Network is a global community of over 130,000 University of Lincoln alumni and we have a dedicated Alumni Team who are on hand to support you.
Please see our main alumni page for full information about the benefits and services on offer to you as alumni of the University.
If you have any questions at all, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us at alumni@lincoln.ac.uk.
How do I become part of the alumni network or update my details?
When you complete your award, you student record is transferred to the Alumni Team who then create your alumni record. After graduation, you should receive a formal welcome to the Alumni Network via email with more information.
You can register and update your details held on your alumni record via the button below.
How can I continue to be part of the community and support the University?
When you graduate, you remain a valued part of the university community. As alumni, you have a unique insight into what is it like to be part of the University of Lincoln and you can continue to support us by registering to become an Alumni Ambassador or by sharing your story. To find out more about how you can support us, please see our Get Involved page.
You can also support us by donating to one of our campaigns or sharing details of our fundraising with your networks.
Please do keep us up to date with your achievements and successes as we always love to hear from you!
Is there an alumni LinkedIn group?
Yes, we have an Alumni LinkedIn Group which you can join in order to stay in touch with the University and fellow graduates. We hope that it is a place that you can expand your professional network and find opportunities being advertised by other alumni in the group.
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