Graduation FAQs

Last updated: 12 January 2023

Below are a few questions that may help answer queries you my have at this time. More detailed FAQs will be published here closer to the event. If you have any questions or want further information about Graduation, please email [email protected]

In the meantime it's really important to make sure that your details are up to date on myHub - especially your full name, which must match the way your name is shown in your passport. Your name cannot be changed after your Assessment Board has met and determined your final degree result.

When are the 2023 Graduation Ceremonies?

Where are the Graduation Ceremonies being held?

How and when will I receive my invitation?

When do I need to register my attendance?

Am I able to receive my certificate early?

If you are due to graduate this year, you will receive your certificate at your award ceremony. If you decide to graduate in absence, your certificate will be posted to you.

If any employers or other educational institutions wish to verify your award from Bournemouth University, they must use HEDD, the UK’s official degree verification hub at www.hedd.ac.uk.

If you have any further queries, please get in touch with AskBU.

Do I have to attend the ceremony?

The Graduation Ceremonies are celebratory events for you, your guests and fellow graduates. However, you may choose to graduate in absence if you prefer.

If you do decide to graduate in absence, it is still just as important to let us know this once you are invited to your Ceremony. Please make sure we have the right contact details for you on your MyHub record and keep an eye on your inbox for your invitation later in the year.

Graduation ceremony dates

Find out when our graduation ceremonies are taking place this year.

Your award

Find out about the official documents you will receive and how to get replacements.

Hiring your gown

You can order your official gown and hood for the ceremony from BU’s official robe makers.