Where will the ceremony take place?
The Graduation ceremony will take place at the Europa Point Sports Complex.
Gowning and professional photography will take place at the Europa Point Campus.
How long will the ceremony last?
Please allow around two and a half hours for the ceremony (14.30 to 17:00).
Graduands must arrive early to allow time for gowning, and guests will be asked to take their seats by 14.15
Where will I be seated?
Students will be sat with their fellow graduands, while their guests will be sat separately. Ushers will guide guests and graduands to their seats.
Is there a dress code?
Yes. Graduation is a formal occasion, therefore, students and guests are expected to attend in appropriate formal wear.
Should I wear academic dress?
For detailed information on the University of Gibraltar’s protocol regarding academic dress please refer to the following document.
What happens on the day of the ceremony?
Please see below schedule to give you an idea of the running of the day’s events:
| Time (approx.) | Activity | Description |
| 12.00 – 13.45 | Arrival and Gowning. | Graduands will arrive on Campus and gown in the main hall. (Graduands have the option to take their professional photographs before the ceremony; for further details contact studentservices@unigib.edu.gi). Paid ticket holders and guests will be checked-in at the Europa Point Sports Complex main entrance. |
| 14:00 – 14:10 | Class of 2025 Photograph. | Graduands will have a Class of 2025 photo taken in the Main Campus Atrium. |
| 14:15 | Final call to take seats. | Paid ticket holders and guests will be required to take their seats by 14.15 Graduands will be guided to the Graduation Hall (Europa Point Sports Complex) to take their seats. |
| 14:30 | Academic Procession. | Gowned academics will process into the Graduation Hall and take their seats. |
| 14:30– 17:00 | Graduation Ceremony. | The ceremony will consist of: graduands being called to the stage one-by-one to receive their certificates; valedictorian speeches; presentation of special recognition awards; commencement speech. |
| 17:00 | Academic Procession. | Gowned academics and graduates process from the Graduation Hall. End of event for invited guests. |
| 17:10 – 18:45 | De-gowning, photography and celebratory drinks.Only open to graduates and paid ticket holders. | Graduates and paid ticket holders will be guided to the Europa Point Campus for professional photography (to book your spot or for more information contact studentservices@unigib.edu.gi), de-gowning, and celebratory drinks. |
Will professional photography be available?
Portrait photographers will be on Campus before and after the ceremony to take portraits of graduates and their invites guests. Portraits must be booked by Friday 28th November to guarantee availability.
For more information, and to book your portrait, please contact studentservices@unigib.edu.gi
