Your graduation day
If you know the time of your ceremony, you can take a look at the timings for your special day.
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Monday 11 July, 10am
Health Sciences
Defence Healthcare StudiesA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Monday 11 July, 2pm
Nursing and Midwifery
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Monday 11 July, 6pm
Education and Social Work
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 12 July, 10am
Birmingham Institute of Creative Arts
Birmingham Institute of Jewellery
Fashion and TextilesA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 12 July, 2pm
Birmingham Institute of Media and English
Architecture and Design
Royal Birmingham ConservatoireA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 13 July, 10am
Business
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 13 July, 2pm
Law
Social SciencesA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Thursday 14 July, 10am
Engineering and the Built Environment
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Thursday 14 July, 2pm
Computing and Digital Technology
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 15 July, 10am
Computing and Digital Technology
Engineering and the Built EnvironmentA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 15 July, 2pm
Computing and Digital Technology
Engineering and the Built EnvironmentA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 15 July, 6pm
Computing and Digital Technology
Engineering and the Built EnvironmentA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 9 and Hall 10 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 9 August, 10am
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
Architecture and DesignA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 9 August, 2pm
Education and Social Work
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 9 August, 6pm
Nursing and Midwifery
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 10 August, 10am
Birmingham Institute of Creative Arts
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 10 August, 2pm
Nursing and Midwifery
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Thursday 11 August, 10am
Birmingham Institute of Media and English
Birmingham Institute of Creative ArtsA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Thursday 11 August, 2pm
Birmingham Institute of Jewellery, Fashion and Textiles
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Thursday 11 August, 6pm
Health Sciences
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 12 August, 10am
Education and Social Work
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 12 August, 2pm
Education and Social Work
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Friday 12 August, 6pm
Health Sciences
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Saturday 13 August, 10am
Nursing and Midwifery
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Saturday 13 August, 2pm
Education and Social Work
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 30 August, 10am
Business
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Tuesday 30 August, 2pm
Business
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Business
SCHOOL
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 31 August, 10am
Law
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 8 - 9.15am Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 8 - 9.15am ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 9.30am Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 9.45am Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 10am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 10 - 11.30am Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 11.30am Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 11.30am - 12.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 11.30am - 12.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 12.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 31 August, 2pm
Law
Social SciencesA table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 12 - 1.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 12 - 1.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 1.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 1.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 2pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 2 - 3.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 3.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 3.30 - 4.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 3.30 - 4.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 4.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.
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Wednesday 31 August, 6pm
Social Sciences
A table with a class of .alt-table Activity Time Location What to do Registration 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Mezzanine (up the escalators/stairs) Collect your ticket from our registration desk. Do not lose this ticket – you must keep it with you at all times and it is required for you to cross the stage.
All personal belongings/valuables/coats/bags should be given to one of your guests or put in the ICC cloakroom (£1 charge). Belongings cannot be taken to your graduate seat.Gowning and photography 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 3 Collect your pre-booked gown/hat/hood for ceremony.
Have your photos taken as part of pre-booked photography packages (if already purchased). Some photography packages can be purchased on the day but may be charged at a premium rate.Ticket collection 4 - 5.15pm Symphony Hall Box Office If you are collecting guest tickets on the day of the ceremony please make your way to the Symphony Hall Box Office (the majority of guests should have had their tickets emailed or posted to them prior to the event). Refreshments 4 - 5.15pm ICC – Hall 4 Graduates and guests are welcome to enjoy complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits available in Hall 9. All refreshments are to be taken through to Hall 10 next door where seating and tables are available. Graduates: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – Stalls Entrance Doors on lower level Graduates are seated in the stalls area of the Hall as per the seat/row number on the ticket provided at the registration desk.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Guests: Take your seats 5.30pm Symphony Hall – upper levels Guests are usually seated on the upper levels of the Symphony Hall and should make their way to the appropriate entrance doors.
Guests who have pre-booked accessible seating may be on lower levels/near the stalls area – please make your way to the appropriate entrance. There will be Symphony Hall ushers available if you require any assistance in locating your seat/getting to the correct floor/using an elevator.
Music will be provided by the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Brass Band.Everyone seated 5.45pm Symphony Hall Graduates and/or guests will not be permitted to enter the auditorium after this time. The ceremony will start promptly. Ceremony Begins 6pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor Procession takes place to officially open each ceremony. All Academic and Vice Chancellor procession individuals are seated on stage. Your ceremony 6 - 7.30pm Symphony Hall Speeches
A number of speeches will be made throughout your ceremony – at the beginning to open the ceremony, middle* and the end to close the ceremony. Some ceremonies will not have a speech in the middle if there is no Honorary Doctorate Award.
Crossing the stage
Graduates will be guided from their seats to cross the stage. Graduates on the front row will be invited onto stage from their seat.
Graduates in other rows will be invited onto stage via the backstage corridor – BCU ushers will direct you when it is your turn to queue up/cross the stage.
Graduates are invited to shake hands with the Chancellor/Vice Chancellor/Chairman (depending on who is presenting the ceremony).
If you are not comfortable with shaking hands, please put your hands behind your back as you cross the stage. The person presenting the ceremony will doff their cap to you (tilt their cap in acknowledgement of your award).
Graduates will be guided to a seat in the hall after walking across the stage. This seat will likely be different to the seat you were originally allocated.
Note: Graduates are not provided with a certificate/award on stage at these events.Ceremony ends 7.30pm Symphony Hall Academic and Vice Chancellor’s processions will leave the stage and auditorium. Graduates are then permitted to leave the auditorium, followed by guests on all levels. Post-ceremony reception 7.30 - 8.15pm Symphony Hall – Foyer Areas Live music will be provided by a Royal Birmingham Conservatoire ensemble.
Bars will be open for graduate and guests to purchase beverages.
Refreshments will be available.Returning gowns 7.30 - 8.30pm Symphony Hall – Ground Floor Foyer area Gown drop containers will be available for graduates to return their gowns/hats/hoods. All hired gowns/hats/hoods must be returned by the end of each event. End of the event 8.30pm Exit via Symphony Hall Ground Floor Foyer area You will be politely asked to vacate the venue by these times to allow preparations to take place for the next ceremony/day of celebrations.