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Graduation
Time to Celebrate
Each year, several thousand students become graduates of the University of Lincoln at our spectacular graduation ceremonies, held in the magnificent Lincoln Cathedral. The ceremonies are the most important events in the University's calendar, marking the culmination of many years of hard work and dedication from our students, and giving family, friends, and staff at the University the opportunity to congratulate our new graduates and celebrate their achievements.
When you graduate from the University of Lincoln you will become part of our global alumni community, which is made up of more than 130,000 graduates from more than 150 countries. As a graduate of the University, you can access a wide range of benefits and services wherever you are in the world.
Graduation Ceremony Dates - September 2024
Ceremony | 10.30am | 2.30pm | 7.30pm |
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Friday 6 September 2024 |
No ceremony | No ceremony | Lincoln Medical School Celebration |
Monday 9 September 2024 |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Management* |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Management* *See Department of Management course breakdown Department of Marketing, Languages, and Tourism |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Management* *See Department of Management course breakdown Department of Accountancy, Finance, and Economics |
Tuesday 10 September 2024 |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Department of Management (Work Based Distance Learning, Online, and Selborne) Lincoln School of Film, Media, and Journalism |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Eleanor Glanville Institute School of Humanities and Heritage School of Social and Political Sciences |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Lincoln Law School School of Education |
Wednesday 11 September 2024 |
College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Lincoln School of Architecture and the Built Environment Lincoln School of Design School of Creative Arts |
College of Health and Science School of Chemistry School of Computer Science School of Engineering School of Mathematics and Physics School of Pharmacy |
College of Health and Science School of Health and Social Care |
Thursday 12 September 2024 |
College of Health and Science School of Psychology School of Sport And Exercise Science |
College of Health and Science Department of Geography Department of Life Sciences Lincoln Institute for Agri-Food Technology National Centre for Food Manufacturing |
No ceremony |
How to Register
To register, you will need your registration email, sent by graduation@lincoln.ac.uk, with your personalised login details which will provide access to the online registration site at William Northam.
Fill in the details in the new customer box, then enter your university student ID, surname, and then your University email address (as noted in the invitation email).
Once you have created an account you will be able to amend your email address and other contact details by selecting the ‘my details’ option. Please make a note of all login details, as you may need these for purchasing extra tickets in the future. The online site will allow you to register your place at the ceremony, purchase guest tickets, and organise gown hire.
A confirmation email will be sent to the email address you provide during registration as proof of your booking. This email address will be used to send future correspondence regarding the ceremony. Please ensure you fully complete the registration process and provide your correct details. If you do not receive the confirmation email, please log back in and check your booking.
Terms and Conditions
Please see our full Terms and Conditions:
Graduation Terms and Conditions - September 2024
What If I Can't Attend?
If you do not wish to attend a graduation ceremony, or are unable to attend this ceremony, please contact us at graduation@lincoln.ac.uk. If you have completed the registration process already, please also cancel your place and cancel your gown hire purchase with William Northam directly.
Please note that attendance at graduation is subject to the successful completion of your award and payment of any outstanding tuition fees.
Graduand Tickets
Graduand tickets are available on a first come, first served basis and could sell out before the booking deadline. Registration for our September 2024 ceremonies closes at midday on Friday 2nd August 2024.
Your own ticket will have a seat number printed on it. You must sit in the seat allocated to you as it determines the order you will cross the stage during the ceremony. Your ticket will allow you admittance to the celebration reception and also contains a free drinks voucher, so please keep hold of it.
Ticket Email
Tickets will not be sent in the post. A ticket email will be sent to the email address provided during registration. This email will be sent after ticket sales have closed, and you will need to bring this email and photo ID with you to collect your tickets from the ticketing desk. Your ticket email will state what time you can collect your tickets, and where from.
For ticket enquiries, please contact the graduation team at graduation@lincoln.ac.uk.
Terms and Conditions
Please see our full Graduation Terms and Conditions:
Guest Tickets
All Graduands who register before the deadline of the 2 August 2024 are entitled to purchase two guest tickets at the time of booking. Children under the age of three do not need to purchase a ticket but must be seated either in a pushchair or in a parent/carer lap. Ticket prices are as follows:
- £25 per ticket for 12+
- £12.50 per ticket (3-12)
Guest seating is not allocated. If your guests have any specific requirements (e.g. for health or mobility reasons), please make note of this in your booking via the William Northam booking site and the graduation team will assist where possible.
Terms and Conditions
Please see our full Graduation Terms and Conditions:
Extra Guest Tickets
Following additional ticket sales in early August 2024, we are delighted to announce that we have extra tickets available for our September 2024 Ceremonies. These are available on a first come, first served basis from the Ticketing Marquee in Lincoln Castle grounds on the day of your ceremony. Card sales only.
All Graduands who have registered to attend a ceremony will be notified by email of any details regarding extra tickets. Extra ticket prices are as follows:
- £25 per ticket for 12+
- £12.50 per ticket (3-12)
Ceremony Dates
Monday 9 September 2024
Ceremony Time | On the Day Ticket Sales | Expected Number Available | On Sale From |
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10.30am | Yes | 330 | 8.00am |
2.30pm | Yes | 470 | 11.30am |
7.30pm | Yes | 390 | 5.00pm |
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Ceremony Time | On the Day Ticket Sales | Expected Number Available | On Sale From |
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10.30am | Yes | 320 | 8.00am |
2.30pm | Yes | 160 | 11.30am |
7.30pm | Yes | 160 | 5.00pm |
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Ceremony Time | On the Day Ticket Sales | Expected Number Available | On Sale From |
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10.30am | Yes | 100 | 8.00am |
2.30pm | Yes | 25 | 11.30am |
7.30pm | Yes | 220 | 5.00pm |
Thursday 12 September 2024
Ceremony Time | On the Day Ticket Sales | Expected Number Available | On Sale From |
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10.30am | Yes | 125 | 8.00am |
2.30pm | Yes | 300 | 11.30am |
Gowning
Please ensure you book your gown well in advance of your graduation date by visiting the gowning website (William Northam). Your gown will be collected on the day of your ceremony.
The link to hire your gown is: Mortarboard and Gown hire
The deadline to book your gown for the September 2024 ceremonies is Friday 2nd August at midday.
The dress code for the ceremony is smart. Remember that academic gowns do not hide what is worn underneath, so what you wear will be very visible to the entire congregation. Gowns are also more difficult to wear over very casual clothes as they do not ‘sit’ well on the shoulders. Buttoned shirts are helpful for securing your gown hood and jackets help keep the gown in place. Your gown will slip if worn over silky fabric and very low-cut tops leave you with no means of keeping the hood in place. Please be mindful that the Cathedral and Castle Square area have cobbles/uneven flooring so appropriate footwear is recommended. Please avoid jeans, trainers, casual sandals, open-necked shirts, T-shirts, and shorts as they are inappropriate for a formal graduation ceremony.
Finally, remember you will have to wear a mortar board, so take care that your hairstyle will allow you to do so.
Please note: It is a requirement that all Graduands attending their graduation ceremony wear the appropriate University of Lincoln academic dress.
On The Day
10.30am Ceremony
All graduands must arrive between 8.00am and 9.30am.
On arrival, please go to Lincoln Castle to collect your tickets and gown. There will also be an opportunity for photographs to be taken before the ceremony begins.
The doors to the Cathedral will open at 9.30am and the ceremony will begin at 10.30am.
All guests and graduands MUST be seated by 10.00am.
Gowning and Photography
Gowns are to be collected from the Castle between 8.00am and 9.30am. Ushers will direct you upon arrival. All gowns must be returned by 1.00pm.
The official photographers will be taking photographs in the Castle from 8.00am to 9.30am before the ceremony and also after the ceremony. There is no need to pre-book any photography.
2.30pm Ceremony
All graduands must arrive between 11.30am and 1.30pm.
On arrival, please go to Lincoln Castle to collect your tickets and gown. There will also be an opportunity for photographs to be taken before the ceremony begins.
The doors to the Cathedral will open at 1.30pm and the ceremony will begin at 2.30pm.
All guests and graduands MUST be seated by 2.00pm.
Gowning and Photography
Gowns are to be collected from the Castle between 12.00pm and 1.30pm. Ushers will direct you upon arrival. All gowns must be returned by 5.00pm.
The official photographers will be taking photographs in the Castle from 12.00pm to 1.30pm before the ceremony and also after the ceremony until 5.00pm. There is no need to pre-book any photography.
7.30pm Ceremony
All graduands must arrive between 5.00pm and 6.30pm.
On arrival, please go to Lincoln Castle to collect your tickets and gown. There will also be an opportunity for photographs to be taken before the ceremony begins.
The doors to the Cathedral will open at 6.30pm and the ceremony will begin at 7.30pm.
All guests and graduands MUST be seated by 7.00pm.
Gowning and Photography
Gowns are to be collected from the Castle between 5.00pm and 6.30pm. Ushers will direct you upon arrival. All gowns must be returned by 10.00pm.
The official photographers will be taking photographs in the Castle from 5.00 pm to 6.30pm before the ceremony and also after the ceremony until 9.30pm
Frequently Asked Questions
Parking
The University does not provide parking for the graduation ceremonies. There are pay and display car parks near to the Cathedral and Castle that also have disabled parking bays. Please allow plenty of time to arrive in Lincoln and find a parking space before the ceremony begins, as these car parks can get busy and local roads may be busier than normal during graduation week.
You can find a map of car parks in Lincoln on the City of Lincoln Council's website (please note that the Castle Hill car park may be closed over the graduation period due to its location next to Lincoln Castle).
Registration
All students who wish to attend their graduation will be required to complete an online registration form. By completing the registration form you are consenting that the information collected can be used for graduation purposes and shared with appropriate departments within the University such as the Finance and Alumni teams. The information will not be disclosed to any third parties outside the University of Lincoln.
Children
Children are welcome at Graduation Ceremonies, however, the University of Lincoln advises that the Graduation Ceremonies are not wholly suitable for babies or young children as they are long, formal occasions.
Any children in attendance that are under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 at all times. This means that any accompanying adults will need to have guest tickets. It is the responsibility of the graduand to ensure any children under the age of 16 are always accompanied by a suitable adult.
Guest tickets will be required for any child aged four and above. Children aged three or under can attend the ceremony free of charge, providing that they sit on a guest's lap or in a pushchair. If the child will be coming in a pram or pushchair, please contact the graduation team to let us know.
Behaviour
Graduation is a shared, happy occasion and we expect all students and guests to conduct themselves appropriately. Abusive, disruptive and threatening behaviour towards graduands, guests, staff from the University, the venue, or our suppliers prior to or on the day of Graduation will not be tolerated.
The University of Lincoln reserve the right to refuse entry to Graduation or to ask anyone to leave Graduation if they act in a manner which we deem to be offensive or disruptive to proceedings or to other attendees. No guest ticket refunds will be available in such circumstances.
Graduation Ceremonies as a Public Event
The University of Lincoln’s graduation ceremonies are considered to be public events. This means that the names and award titles, but no classifications, of all graduands (including those graduating in absentia) are published in the official graduation brochure. In addition, the names of graduands will be provided to our external supplier for use on graduation products such as graduation t-shirts and hoodies. This does not include award titles or any other information.
Photography
The University’s official photographers are Tempest Graduation Photography. They will be available in the Castle grounds before or after your ceremony.
Visit Tempest Graduation Photography to view packages and prices. Unfortunately, it is not possible to pre-order a photography package, but these can be ordered during and after your ceremony.
Filming
There will be a professional video recording taken of each graduation ceremony. This will be streamed on the University of Lincoln’s website. Graduates and guests seated in the Cathedral should be aware that they may appear on this recording.
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