Graduation/conferral

Once you have submitted your library copy into HDR examinations and it has been approved, the HDR adviser will seek approval of the degree from the chair, research and research training committee and the academic board. This can take a few weeks depending on the time of year you submit. Once received, graduations will be advised that that you are now eligible to graduate and they will contact you within 28 days. There are three graduation ceremonies each year, in February, June, October and December. The December ceremony is for international and/or School of Medicine students only. Depending on the timing and length of the examination process, it may not always be possible for you to graduate at the ceremony of your choice. Students should discuss the options with the HDR adviser.

Please note that doctoral graduands may not use the title "Doctor" until the degree has been conferred. If you are unable to attend a graduation ceremony or require conferral of your degree prior to the next graduation ceremony, it may be possible to have your degree conferred at a university council meeting. Please contact the HDR adviser for further information.

Final documents

Once graduations are advised that you are eligible to graduate, you will be issued your final documents(s). Domestic and international students will be sent their final transcript via post. International students will also receive a completion letter in addition to their transcript. Please ensure that your postal address details are up to date in StudentConnect.

Students will be presented their final testamur at their graduation ceremony. Students who have their degree conferred at council or graduate in absentia will be sent their testamur via post.

Please remember to access your Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and download proof of learning documents and your final report which outlines all of your additional skills and knowledge acquisitions. Your access to the ILP system will cease shortly after completion.