Graduation Ceremony
Graduation
Graduation ceremonies are a formal occasion for you, your family and friends as well as University staffs, to celebrate your academic achievement. The ceremonies are held twice a year, mark the official conferral of your award. Each ceremony lasts about one and quarter hours.
The usual expectation is that students will graduate at the relevant ceremony following the successful completion of their studies. Award certificates are issued to students at the ceremony or sent to them after the ceremony if they choose not to attend in person.
Ceremony date
The upcoming graduation is currently planned for 30 January 2027 - 31 January 2027 at the Semenyih Campus.
Please note that this arrangement is subject to change. Further details, including the ceremony schedule, will be shared once they are available.
Registration and guest tickets
Registration
Detailed information will be updated soon.
How we use your information
Whether you are attending your graduation ceremony in person or are choosing to graduate in absentia, your full name will be published in the graduation brochure for your ceremony.
In order to manage the graduation events, we share necessary information with Ede and Ravenscroft, our official academic gown supplier, and D Moment Creator Sdn Bhd, our official photographer, regarding students eligible for graduation and the award they are receiving or expected to receive. This is for the purpose of simplifying the processes for gown hire and photo package bookings for our graduands.
Please note: Graduation is a public event and by taking part you consent to being photographed/filmed for live broadcast and recorded for commercial use by the University in print and on-line. nottingham.edu.my/utilities/privacy
Academic gowns
Detailed information will be updated soon.
Official photographer
Detailed information will be updated soon.
Tracer study
The Ministry of Higher Education, in its continuous effort to improve higher education in Malaysia, requires all graduating students to participate in the Tracer Study. This is an online survey.
Tracer Study is an avenue the Ministry uses to gather opinions and feedback from students to help them in the future planning and improvement of our education system.
All graduates are required to complete and submit the Tracer Study questionnaires, Graduation team will provide more information soon.
FAQs
What is a university graduation ceremony?
Also known as the university convocation, the university graduation ceremony is a significant event where students officially receive their degrees or diplomas to mark the successful completion of their academic programmes. University graduations are usually held twice a year in Malaysia.
Who is eligible to participate in the university graduation ceremony?
Students who have fulfilled all the requirements and were approved for graduation by the university are eligible to participate. Eligibility criteria may vary depending on the programme you’re enrolled in.
How do I register for the university graduation ceremony?
The process for registering will be communicated by the university. Potential graduates will receive an invitation to register via email. For more information, contact the Graduation Team at graduation@nottingham.edu.my.
Is attendance at the university convocation mandatory?
No, attendance is not mandatory. However, it is a significant milestone and a memorable event for students and their families to celebrate academic achievements. Students who choose not to attend or are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances will still receive their degrees.
How many guest tickets can I get?
All graduands who indicate they are attending the Graduation ceremony will be offered up to two free guest tickets. When responding to your graduand invitation, you will be asked to indicate how many guests you would like to attend the ceremony - 0, 1 or 2.
Can I request additional guest tickets?
Please note that we cannot guarantee that any additional tickets will be made available. Should any additional tickets are available for request, we will notify you in the week commencing July 6th. We kindly request you to check your email regularly during that week, as we will be sending out updates and instructions regarding the availability of additional guest tickets.
Can I invite more guests to join the Graduation?
The guest tickets are specifically for admissions to pre-ceremony light refreshment and the ceremony hall. We want to emphasize that all your family and friends are still welcome to join you at the graduation venue to celebrate this milestone achievement. While they may not have access to the aforementioned halls, they can still be part of the joyous atmosphere. Guests who are unable to secure tickets may watch the graduation ceremony on live stream.
Can a baby/child enter the ceremony hall?
We warmly welcome children and babies to join the celebration of the graduand’s achievements. However, we kindly ask for your understanding that the Graduation ceremony is a formal and lengthy occasion. If they are unable to remain silence during the ceremony, we may need to request that they leave the ceremony hall temporarily.
Children aged two and above will need a guest ticket.
Children below this age will be allowed entry without a ticket and must sit on the lap of a parent or guardian throughout the Graduation Ceremony.
How long does the university graduation ceremony last?
This will depend on the number of graduates and the event format. University graduations usually last a few hours, as there will be the procession, speeches, award presentations and the individual recognition of graduates.
What should I wear to the university graduation ceremony?
Students who are graduating will have to don the graduation gown and cap. The dress code for attire under your gown should be formal. Guests are also expected to dress appropriately for the event.
Will I receive my degree during the university graduation ceremony?
Graduates who attend the graduation ceremony will receive their official degree certificate and diploma supplement. Those who are absent can collect these documents from the registry office after the graduation ceremony.
Contact
If you have any queries or if you need any further information, then please contact the Graduation Office. We hope to make this graduation day a special and memorable day for you and your families. We can also be reached by telephone at +603 8924 8237 / 8601 / 8684 / 8636.
