Singapore

Registration

• Please make sure you arrive at least 90 minutes before the ceremony commences to register, get dressed into your academic dress and be seated on time.
• Graduates make their way to the The Star Performing Arts Centre, where registration will take place on Level 3. Our friendly staff will be on hand to assist you with putting on your regalia correctly and answer any questions you may have.
• Once you are dressed, you will make way to level 5 with your attending guests where you will have time to take photos, meet your guests, and enjoy the pre-ceremony atmosphere before moving to the theatre when directed.

Academic Dress Collection

• Academic dress can be collected on the ceremony day at registration.
  OR
• Graduates may choose to collect their academic dress prior to the ceremony day between 12-14 November at Werkz Photography. Below are their address and contact details:
  
  10 Ubi Crescent
  Ubi Techpark Lobby D, #01-66
  Singapore 408564
  Tel: +65 6324 2202
  Email: admin@werkzstudio.com

Academic Dress Tips

• Graduates are required to wear the approved University of Newcastle academic dress only.
• If you are required to wear a trencher or bonnet on your head, we recommend choosing a hairstyle that allows this to sit comfortably.
• The hire of your academic dress is part of your graduation package and is paid for through the online graduation registration system at the same time you register.
• You are welcome to enrich the colour of the ceremony with garments from your cultural tradition.
• The academic gown is three-quarters in length and opens at the front, so your clothes will be visible. The gown is made of heavy material, so you may consider this and the weather when selecting your outfit.
• You will be accessing the stage via stairs, so we recommend that you consider this when selecting your footwear.

Additional information

• How do I wear my academic dress?
• List of Current Awards and academic dress

Your graduation package includes tickets to both the ceremony and the reception.

Your digital tickets will be emailed to you the week before the ceremony. Please bring along a printed copy or screenshot of the digital tickets with you on the day.

Guest seating is general seating, not allocated, and children over the age of 24 months require their own seat. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure their preferred seats.

You are able to purchase up to 3 guest tickets at time of initial registration via the graduation registration portal at a cost of $70 (AUD) each. Additional tickets may be available for your ceremony, however this cannot be determined until after the graduate registration period closes. If additional tickets are made available for your ceremony, you will be emailed with details of how and when to purchase them. Additional guest tickets are offered on a first come, first serve basis and until exhausted.

Stage Ramp

• If you require alternative access to the stage via the ramp, please indicate this in the online registration system.

Wheelchair Information

• We encourage wheelchair users to inform staff of your requirements through the registration system, so that we can ensure your needs are accommodated.
• There is designated wheelchair accessible seating available at all tiers inside the Theatre.
• As there are sections of the Theatre only accessible by stairs, do ensure you check before you book your tickets.

Mobility Assistance

• Should you require mobility assistance, please inform staff prior to the graduation ceremony date so we can organise to meet and usher you to your seat.

Accessible Parking

• Designated accessible parking is conveniently available and located next to Lift Lobby A & B at levels B2, B3 and B4 of the Star Vista Car Park.

Accessible Toilets

• Toilets designed to accommodate wheelchairs are located within the Theatre foyers. If you need assistance, please approach any of our friendly ushers.

• The Master of Ceremonies will announce the imminent commencement of the ceremony
• The University Fanfare will herald the entry of the Dais Party
• The assembly will rise and remain standing until the conclusion of the National Anthems of Singapore and Australia
• The Chancellor will declare the proceedings open
• The Vice-Chancellor will introduce the Occasional Speaker
• The Occasional Address will be delivered
• The first set of degree recipients will be presented
• The Musical Interlude will be performed
• The second set of degree recipients will be presented
• The Chancellor will invite a nominated graduate to speak on behalf of all graduates
• The proceedings will be declared concluded
• The Dais Party and assembly will rise as the University Fanfare is sounded and the Dais Party process from the stage
• Graduate group photographs will then be taken on the stage
• Graduates and guests are invited to attend the Graduate Reception.

Graduation ceremonies usually last for one and a half to two hours, depending on the number of graduates.

Following the ceremony, you and your guests are invited to the graduation reception.

Lasting approximately 90 minutes, there is finger food catering to all dietary needs, as well as the opportunity to take photographs.

A professional photographer will be present at your graduation ceremony to capture this special moment. As a graduate, you’ll receive a complimentary digital stage photo of yourself holding your testamur and a group photo with your graduating cohort.

You will receive an email after the ceremony containing instructions on how to access the official photographs. Should you wish to request printed copies, the email will include the relevant details. Printed photographs will be provided with a complimentary hardcover photo folder.

Treat yourself or someone you love this Graduation with official University of Newcastle merchandise, including caps, tees, hoodies and plush toys. Stop by the University merch stall in the reception area prior to or after your ceremony.