Graduation Checklist

Please find below a checklist to assist you with everything you need to do before, during and after your graduation ceremony. 

No. Task Deadline

Prepare for Graduation

  1

Look at the graduation Timetable to see when you will be graduating. 

Before your congregation 

2

Book your place at graduation through your intranet account after receiving an email to say that graduation booking is open.  

October 2026

3

Ensure your full official name is correct. 

When booking your place

4

Inform us of any special requirements for you or your guests. 

When booking your place 
5

Order your academic dress from Ede and Ravenscroft

By 23 November2026 latest
6

Clear all University debts.

20 November 2026
On the Day
7

Arrive at the Great Hall, Swansea University Bay Campus

Approximately 1½ hours before your congregation
8

Register and robe in the School of Management.  Outdoor queuing areas are not undercover.  Please dress weather-appropriate.

Arrive early to avoid the queues 
 9 Have your official photographs taken in Y Twyni. Any time before or after your congregation
10 Enter the Great Hall auditorium and take your seats.  Doors will open approximately 30 minutes before your congregation start time
11

Return your gown to the School of Management

After your congregation

12 After your congregation, order your on-stage photo in Y Twyni Any time after your congregation (around a 15 minute wait once ordered)
After Graduation
13 Congratulations, you are now an automatic member of our Alumni Association, find out more
14 Swansea Employability Academy is still here to help you with your next steps in starting your career.
15 If you need a replacement certificate or another transcript please visit The Hwb.
16 Please let us know any feedback you have from your graduation day.