Graduation FAQs
Visit the links below for all information on the following topics:
For all other topics, see our FAQ list below.
Contact us
If your question isn't covered here, you can contact the Graduations Team by email at academicawards@dmu.ac.uk.
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Do you have a recommended itinerary for the day?
Yes - it’s a busy day, but one we hope you really enjoy! The main points to remember for your itinerary are:
- Arrive at Curve Theatre a minimum of an hour and a half before the ceremony starts – bearing in mind how long it might take you to park (if driving) and make your way to the Curve building
- Go straight to the second floor robe collection area (Rehearsal Room 4 and 5) and, if required, have photos taken on the second floor
- Make your way to the ground floor of Curve and head for Student Registration – this is where you collect your student ticket. Registration is just to the left of the Curve Box Office
- Be in your seat 30 minutes before the start of the ceremony
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Is there any support funding available to help me attend graduation?
We understand that some students may be unable to meet the cost of robe hire and tickets for their guests. The Graduation Support Fund aims to help students who face financial difficulty in meeting the costs of attending their graduation.
You may be eligible to apply for this fund, which will require submitting an application form and supporting documentary evidence to our
The Graduation Support Fund will open 12 noon on 17 April and closes on 5 June at 5pm. Applications received after this time will not be accepted
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When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates are issued at the ceremony. Students who are not attending the ceremony will have their certificate posted, after the ceremonies, to the permanent address registered on their student record at the university. If you believe this is incorrect, email us as soon as possible at academicawards@dmu.ac.uk with the title ‘Change of Address’. We will need your P number and course title too.
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Is my name published anywhere?
Yes. We publish the full names of all graduands, whether they attend the ceremony or not. This is listed in the Graduation Brochure. Degree classifications are not published.
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Are all the ceremonies live streamed?
Yes, they can be viewed on YouTube and the ÉëÒ÷Ö®Íõ graduations homepage. There’s also a screening room in Rehearsal Room 2 on the Mezzanine Floor.
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How do I upload MyGraduationClip?
Celebrate your graduation, remember your experience and share your big moment with a MyGraduationClip personalised video. The video is customised to focus on you
and your special moment of graduating. It’s easy to save and share with your friends and family using all major social media platforms.
Visit to download your clip.
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What facilities are available at the Curve Theatre?
Drinks and snacks can be bought from the Green Room Café at Curve, which is open from 8.30am.
Pre- and post-ceremony drinks can be bought from the Stage Door Bar inside Curve.
There are two main entrances into the building, found on Halford Street and Rutland Street – there is level access from both entrances.
There are toilets on all levels of the building. There is also a Changing Places Toilet with adult changing table and assistive hoist.
A buggy park is available for prams and pushchairs, left at your own risk. Please note that space is not available to store large bags or luggage.
A Prayer Room is available in the Mackintosh Dressing Room on the Mezzanine Floor.
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Can I bring my own food and drink in with me at Curve?
Only food and drinks purchased at Curve Theatre can be consumed on the premises.
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What about restaurants and bars in the area?
In the immediate area of Curve Theatre the following places might be of interest:
For more information about places to eat, drink and where to stay, see .
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Where can I park?
Leicester is a busy city and the centre can be quite congested so please allow time for this and plan your journey accordingly. The car parks nearest to Curve are:
- Highcross Shopping Centre (John Lewis, LE1 4QJ/Rooftop, LE1 4FY) – Two multi-storey car parks, with cheaper day rates available at their website. After 5pm, parking evening flat rate is £2.50 until 6am the following day.
- Leicester Railway Station Car Park (LE1 1PG) – Daily off-peak evening flat rate £2, Monday – Sunday 18:00 – 2:30.
- Haymarket Centre Multi-Storey (LE1 3HR) – Hourly rate, £6.30 for up to four hours.