Graduation FAQs

When do I need to arrive for the ceremony?

Details of the Ceremony times and necessary arrival times will be supplied to Graduands.

How many guests can I bring to the Ceremony?

The number of guests tickets available depends upon availability. Graduating students will be advised how many tickets they can order.

What do I wear to my ceremony?

You’ll will need to wear full academic regalia appropriate to your degree. Regalia must be collected before the Graduation date and will not be available at the venue. Regalia can be returned to the supplier at the venue, after the ceremony.
For specific details regarding Academic regalia at your campus, visit the Fremantle, Broome and Sydney graduation pages.

Do I need to wear my regalia to the Graduation Mass?

Yes, only your academic gown is needed. Therefore, no academic headwear, hood or stole can be worn.

Can children attend the graduation ceremony?

Yes, NB: all children over 2 years of age will need their own seat.

Can children sit on someone's lap?

Only children under 2 years of age may sit on someone's lap.

How do I return my regalia?

Regalia can be returned to the supplier at the venue, after the ceremony.

Will photographers be available at the ceremony?

Professional photographers will be available at the venue to take individual and family portraits. No Bookings are necessary.

Professional photographers will also be taking photos of the stage presentations.

I am not attending the ceremony, how and when can I receive my Testamur?

Post Graduation – Testamurs will be available for collection from Student Administration during business hours, OR arrangements can be made for the Testamur to be sent by Registered Post, for a fee.

How and when can I receive my Academic Transcript?

Post Graduation - completed Academic Transcripts will be uploaded to My eQuals. Graduands will receive an email to their NDU student email when uploaded.

Are Graduation ceremonies streamed?

Details of the Live stream link will be supplied to Graduands and on the Notre Dame Graduation website prior to the ceremony.
You’ll also be able to purchase a copy of the Ceremony video once the ceremony is complete.
For details on how to stream the graduation ceremony for your campus, visit the Fremantle, Broome and Sydney graduation pages.

Can I purchase a copy of the Ceremony video?

Yes, and details of the video supplier will be supplied to Graduands.

On the day, if I can't come who do I need to advise?

An emergency Graduations Contact phone number will be supplied to Graduands, for use on the day only.

Double Degrees - Which school do I graduate from?

The school of the Primary (first named) award for double degrees.

Double Degrees - Which regalia do I wear?

The regalia of the Primary (first named) award for double degrees should be worn.

Multiple Awards - Which school do I graduate from?

The school of the highest award.

Multiple Awards - Which school regalia do I wear?

The regalia of the highest award.