Graduation ceremonies
Learn about graduation ceremonies, parades, and other celebrations. Find out how to get extra tickets to your graduation ceremony.
We hold graduation ceremonies twice a year, in May and December. The ceremony that you attend depends on your faculty and when you submit your graduation application.
December 2023 graduation timeline
Get all the information you need to attend a graduation ceremony in December, and find out when your ceremony will be held.
Academic dress
Learn about what to wear at the graduation ceremonies, dress code and where to hire graduation robes.
Michael Fowler Centre ceremonies
Graduation ceremonies follow a formal structure. Find information on guests, parking, access and announcements.
Te Hui Whakapūmau
Find out how to get to Te Hui Whakapūmau ceremonies, read the order of ceremony, and download the graduation programme and waiata.
Graduation parade
The street parades are a highlight of our graduation celebrations. If you’re attending a ceremony, we encourage you to take part.
Ceremony videos and photos
Watch the latest graduation ceremony and parade photos, or watch any of our ceremonies online.
Graduation celebration events
Individual university groups host other celebrations during graduation week. Your faculty, school or unit may be hosting an event.