Pre-ceremony Advance information

Tickets

Tickets for yourself and your two guests will be issued when you register.

Those graduands who ordered 1-2 guest tickets have automatically been allocated these. Those graduands who ordered more than two guest tickets should have received an email confirming the number of guest tickets allocated. Please check the email account you used to register for details.

You will also receive a ticket for your complimentary picnic hamper. It’s important that you retain this ticket as you will be asked to present this to collect your hamper after your ceremony.

Photography studios

Marston Events Photographers will be available to take your individual portrait and photographs of you and your guests. Pre-booking is not required.

Photography studios are open from two hours prior to your ceremony. Don’t worry if you do not have time prior to the ceremony as the photographers will also be available until one hour after the last ceremony.

Please note that the photography studios are busiest in the hour before the ceremony starts.

Staff will be on hand to answer any queries and you can view the packages available online.

Ceremony screening

If you have additional guests (not included in your ticket allocation) they are welcome to watch a live screening of the ceremony on campus. The ceremony will be screened live in the Faculty of Education (Lakeside) building and outside in the Rock Garden near to the Arts Centre.

Tickets for the indoor screening room can be requested on the day from the Faculty of Education (Lakeside) building and the venue will be filled on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis. You do not need to book these tickets in advance.

If you are relying on using this service it is advisable to arrive at the campus at least two hours in advance of your ceremony. Guests with babies or young children may wish to watch the ceremony in the screening room, which is a more relaxed environment for young guests.

Please note, it is not necessary for all your guests to be present at the time of registration.

All ceremonies will also be broadcast live on the internet at edgehill.ac.uk/graduation for family and friends to watch from home.

Celebrate in Comfort at the Students’ Union

During graduation week, the Students’ Union building will be open daily from 8am – giving you a welcoming space to relax, refresh, and celebrate this special milestone.

Watch the Moment Live

Can’t make it to the ceremony hall? No problem. We’ll be live-streaming all graduation ceremonies right here in the building, so no one misses out on seeing their loved ones cross the stage. We’ve got the little ones covered too, with baby-changing facilities and highchairs available to ensure everyone in the family can celebrate in comfort.

Celebrate in style with official Edge Hill and graduation merchandise, available to buy on the day. If you’ve pre-ordered, you’ll be able to collect your items with ease from the Students’ Union.

Post ceremony refreshments

Following on from your ceremony there will be a complimentary picnic hamper provided for you and your two guaranteed guests in The Hub, which is just a few moments’ walk from the ceremony venue. The reception will last for one hour and we hope that you, and your guests, will join us to celebrate your special day.

You will need to present the hamper ticket you received when you registered to exchange for your picnic hamper.

Additional outlets

The following outlets will also be available on campus:

Mobility issues

A buggy service for those with mobility issues will be available on campus. Please ask a member of staff on the day if you require assistance. Accessible parking will be available on the day. Please contact the Awards Team for more information.

Quiet spaces on campus

The first floor of the Hub and our Faith and Reflection rooms are available as reflective and calm spaces during graduation week.

Dogs

Please be advised that dogs (except for trained assistance dogs) are not permitted on campus.

What to wear

Although you will be provided with your academic gowns on the day, you should also prepare a suitable outfit to wear underneath your robe. There isn’t a specific dress code, however graduands and their guests should dress as for a formal occasion. For practical reasons, it is recommended that all graduands wear garments with buttons on the front, as this will make it easier for your academic hood to rest. You should also bear in mind that as a graduand you will have to walk up and down steps in order to process and therefore we recommend that suitable footwear is worn.

Alternative arrangements will be made for those who cannot use steps, providing that this was indicated on your application form. If you did not indicate this on your application form you must advise the Awards Team immediately by emailing [email protected].

Health and Safety

Your safety is our priority. All graduates, guests and staff must follow Health, Safety and Fire instructions of the University and of the venues in use during Graduations.

Graduation route map

1. You should proceed from the main car park to the Sports Centre for registration and robing.
2. Photos are taken in the Sports Centre.
3. You should then proceed to the Faculty of Health, Social Care & Medicine for the graduation ceremony.
4. The outdoor guest live screening will take place in the Rock Garden.
5. The indoor guest live screening will take place in the Faculty of Education (Lakeside).
6. Following the ceremony, you can collect your picnic hamper from the Hub to enjoy on campus or take home.
7. You can also find the Alumni stand in the Hub.
8. Return your robe in the Sports Centre.
9. Edge Hill merchandise can be purchased in the Students’ Union building.

Your ceremony: useful information

Graduation day itinerary