Not attending?

There are many reasons why you may choose not to or be unable to attend a graduation ceremony.

If you are not planning or unable to attend your graduation ceremony, you can either:

• graduate in absentia and receive your certificate and transcripts in the post and online following your graduation
• defer your graduation until a later date 

There is also an option for students in certain specific circumstances and courses to graduate earlier via an Inter-ceremony graduation. 

Find out how to register

What to do if you've registered but can't make it?

If you have registered to attend a ceremony but can no longer attend, please contact the graduation team as soon as possible.

Get in touch

Staying connected 

Even if you can't attend your graduation ceremony, we hope you will stay connected with the university after you graduate.

Want to continue your learning and get access to top tips from leaders in your sector and beyond? How about webinars to develop your professional skills, masterclasses hosted by experts in their field, seminars led by academics, and networking opportunities with your global alumni communitiy?

Simply opt-in to receive communications from your Alumni team when you complete registration to hear about these exclusive opportunities and so much more.