Frequently Asked Questions

The graduation ceremonies will be held at the Barbican Centre on 21 & 30 July 2025.   You will be sent an email invitation to your specific ceremony, which will include a registration link in order to confirm your graduate place, book guest tickets and hire your gown.  If you do not receive your invitation email, please get in touch with the graduation team on graduation@sgul.ac.uk.

When will booking open?

The booking system will open in March 2025 and you will receive an email invitation when you can book.  You will need your Student ID number to book your ticket.  The graduate’s ticket is free, but you will still need to register your attendance and book your ticket in order to attend.  

For further information, please see our ticket booking page.

I have not received my results. Should I book my ceremony place?

Yes, please book your graduation place even if you have not received your results yet. If you do not achieve your award in time for this year’s graduation ceremony, you will be refunded the full amount for your tickets and gown hire (minus a small Ede & Ravenscroft administrative charge).

I have booked my place but have not completed my course in time for this year’s graduation ceremony. What should I do?

You will be refunded the full amount for your graduation tickets. More information about this will be sent to you if you find yourself in this situation. If you have already ordered your gown, please contact the gown company as soon as possible.

I have a debt to the university. Can I still attend a graduation ceremony?

If you have any outstanding debts with St George's, University of London, you will not be able to graduate, nor receive your degree certificate. Debts must be cleared before the ticket booking deadline at the latest. Debts can include unpaid tuition fees, library fines etc. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have no outstanding debts to St George's, University of London.

How many tickets can I purchase?

All graduating students are guaranteed up to four guest tickets in the first instance. Graduate tickets are free, but you still need to book to attend the day. Find out more on our ticket booking page.

Can I get more tickets?

After the registration deadline has passed, any additional tickets remaining will be released for sale on a first-come, first-serve basis. We are unable to make any exceptions. You can find out more on our ticket booking page.

Are children allowed to attend the ceremony?

Children are welcome to attend the ceremony. Find out more from our ticket booking page.

Can my guests collect my tickets?

No. Graduates must collect their own name card and guest tickets.

Will the tickets be posted to us?

No, tickets will be available for collection from the registration desk on the morning of the graduation ceremony.

Can I get a letter for my guests that need a visa?

Yes, we can provide a general letter to support a visa application for the guests of graduates attending the ceremony. The graduate is required to request a visa supporting letter in writing to the graduations team.  

Will I receive my certificate on the day of the ceremony?

No – degree certificates will be sent out by the University of London or Registry (depending on the degree awarding body). Certificates can take up to three months to be posted to graduates following the date of the Graduation Ceremony. 

I don't want my name in the commemorative programme. Who can I talk to?

Your name and the award you have achieved is printed in the commemorative programme which you and your family can take away with you from the graduation day. We do not print any results of classifications. If you don’t want your name to appear, please get in contact with us before 1 July 2025. After this date, we can’t guarantee that we will be able to remove your name.  

What should I bring with me on the day?

Please bring your confirmation email and some form of ID to collect your tickets.

What happens on the day of the ceremony?

You should aim to arrive at the venue approx. 2 hours before the ceremony begins.  This will give you enough time to collect your tickets, get robed and take any photographs.  The ceremony will last approximately 2 hours.  After the ceremony has completed there will be a short drinks reception in the Barbican Foyers.

Can provisions be made for graduates or guests with individual requirements / disabilities?

You are asked during the ticket booking process if you or one of your guests have any access or special  requirements. If you would like to discuss your requirements with us, please contact the graduation team so that we can ensure that the ceremonies remain fully accessible to all.

Will there be parking near the graduation venue?

Yes, there is parking at the Barbican Centre, including disabled parking. They have their own private car park which has 24-hour access. Please visit our venue page for more information.

How to I get to the venue?

Please visit our venue page for more details.