University of Tasmania (UTAS) graduation 2023

The University of Tasmania (UTAS) holds graduation ceremonies several times a year to confer degrees to students who have successfully completed their studies.

Preparing for your graduation

• When you’re eligible to graduate, we’ll contact your university email. You’ll be asked to check your details, and we’ll share some important information about your ceremony.
  • If you’re expecting to graduate in December, it’s a good idea to check your email daily.
  • Find out more about eligibility (student portal).
• Contact us by email at U.Connect@utas.edu.au if you have any concerns or queries.

Location

At University of Tasmania UTAS, graduation ceremonies are held at the LAUNCESTON, HOBART, BURNIE, SYDNEY, Australia. The ceremonies usually take place in May, July, and December.

Students who have completed their studies and met all the necessary requirements for graduation will receive an invitation to attend a graduation ceremony. During the ceremony, students wear academic gowns and hoods and receive their degree certificate in person.

If you have any specific questions regarding UTAS graduation, you can visit their website or contact the UTAS Student Centre for more information.

How long does UTAS graduation ceremony take?

approximately 90 minutes

Each graduation ceremony lasts approximately 90 minutes and follows a set process: 1. The graduand procession enters the hall (in strict order) approximately 15 to 20 minutes before the official start of the ceremony.

UTAS graduation dates 2023

UTAS graduation 2023 tickets

Register to attend your graduation ceremony

You will receive an email when registration opens with a link to your graduation registration. Registration for our Sydney and Hobart autumn ceremonies opens 12noon 29 March and closes 5pm 13 April.

When you register for your ceremony, you can book:

1. A ticket for your seat at your graduation.
2. Your guest tickets, including:
   • Up to two guest tickets at no charge.
   • Up to two additional guest tickets (subject to venue capacity) at $25.00 per ticket. These tickets are available on a first serve basis and cannot be guaranteed. Occasionally we will be able to release additional tickets closer to the date. You will receive an email on 12 December if additional tickets become available. If you do not receive an email, this means tickets have sold out and no additional tickets will be available to purchase. Your guests can also watch live on our YouTube channel.
3. Other graduation services in advance, such as academic dress hire and studio photography, if required. (It is not a requirement to book in advance for photography. You may do this on the day of your graduation).

If you’re not planning on attending your ceremony, you don’t need to register. Check the attendance FAQs below for further information.

UTAS graduation 2023 live stream

A day to celebrate.

Your graduation ceremony is a very special occasion. It’s a chance to celebrate your academic achievements with classmates, friends, family and staff.

From dress hire to studio-quality photos, we have plenty of ways to make your big day special. Keep reading to learn more.

FOLLOW YOUTUBE TO WATCH EACH CEREMONY LIVE

UTAS graduation 2023 photos

Graduation photography

There’s no better way to commemorate the occasion than a professional studio photo with your family and friends. Our photographers attend each ceremony.

Stage photography

We’ll also be there to capture your big moment on stage. You will be able to download this photo free of charge.

Venues and transport

Travel and accommodation

Due to COVID-19, travel restrictions are constantly changing. It’s important to stay up to date with the latest information before you make any arrangements. You can find the latest information on coming to Tasmania at coronavirus.tas.gov.au.

We do not recommend arranging travel for interstate or overseas guests until you have a valid ticket for them to attend your graduation ceremony.

Transport
Accommodation

Eligibility to graduate

You don’t need to apply to graduate. You’ll receive a graduation eligibility letter from the Graduation Office in mid-June for Winter graduations and mid-October for December graduations. This will confirm your potential eligibility to graduate, subject to completing any last course requirements and payment of outstanding fees. You can also find your graduation information in eStudent.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ELIGIBILITY (STUDENT PORTAL).

Name

It is essential you have your legal name on your certificate.

Changes need to be initiated 21 days before your ceremony.

How to update your name.

Address and contact

We need to know where to post your graduation testamur, so we will post it to the ‘preferred address’ that we have on file for you. Please check your preferred address in 

Information for UTAS staff

Academic dress

While it isn’t mandatory, we encourage all graduands to wear academic dress. It’s a great way to make the most of the occasion. You can hire your gown and colours when you register for your ceremony.