Graduation dates

Graduation ceremonies will take place on:

Thursday 10 & Friday 11 September 2026

 

Thursday Morning

MA/MFA Actor Musicianship

MA/MFA Actor Performer Training

MA/MFA Contemporary Directing Practice

MA/MFA ACTM

MFA Advanced Devising Practice

MA Devised Theatre and Performance

MA Light in Performance

MA Queer Performance

MFA Integrated Movement Practice Performance

MFA International Theatre Practice and Performance

MFA Theater for Children and Young People

PhD

Thursday Afternoon

School of Theatre Excellence

BA Actor Training

BA Opera Studies

BA Theatre Studies

Friday Morning

BA American Theatre Arts

BA European Theatre Arts

BA Theatre and Social Change

BA Contemporary Performance Practice

BA Stage Management

BA Design for Performance

BA Audio Production

Friday Afternoon

BA Acting

BA Actor Musicianship

BA Creative Lighting Control

BA Costume Production

BA Scenic Arts

 

A group of graduates in black caps and gowns sit in a historic venue, clapping and smiling as they watch the ceremony.

Photo by Paul Cochrane

Location

  • Arrivals and gowning: Rose Bruford College
  • Ceremony: Holy Trinity Church
  • Reception: Rose Bruford College

Graduation ceremony timings

Ceremonies on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 September will take place at the following times.

Please note, timings are currently approximate and will be confirmed closer to the ceremony.

Morning

  • Arrivals: 9:30
  • Procession: 10:30 – 11:00
  • Ceremony: 12:00-13:00
  • Reception: 13:00 until close

Afternoon

  • Arrivals: From 12:30
  • Procession: 13:30 – 14:00
  • Ceremony: 14:00-15:00
  • Reception: 15:00 until close
A speaker in a red and blue academic gown stands at a lectern inside a historic church, addressing the audience during a graduation ceremony. Sunlight streams through large arched windows behind them, illuminating the seated graduates in black caps and gowns

Photo by Paul Cochrane

Book your tickets

Ticketing will open in February 2026. No refunds will be permitted.

 

Prices

Student Ticket – £27

  • Includes a programme, a complimentary glass of prosecco, and a food token.

Church & Campus Guest Ticket – £27 (max 2 per student)

  • Includes a complimentary glass of prosecco.

Campus-only Ticket – £12

  • Please note that this does not permit access to the Ceremony in the church.
  • Includes a complimentary glass of prosecco and a food token.
A group of graduates dressed in black gowns joyfully toss their caps into the air against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds.

Photo by Paul Cochrane

Food and drink offering

A paid food offering and bar will be available following the ceremony.

Gown hire

Your graduation is a formal occasion and it is requested that you wear academic gowns on the day.

Gowns, which are provided by Ede & Ravenscroft, can be hired as part of your ticket purchase. Please select the correct gown according to your course.

Photography

A professional photography service is provided by Ede & Ravenscroft. You will be able to purchase your photography after the ceremony.