If you have received a letter from the Dean of Academic Programs informing you that the Academic Board has approved you to graduate, congratulations!
Upcoming Ceremonies
2026 Ceremonies
Perth: Thursday 30 April 2026
6:30pm (AWST) at Wesley Uniting Church, Perth WA
Brisbane: Saturday 30 May 2026
10:30am (AEST) at St John’s Cathedral, Brisbane QLD
Ways to graduate
The University offers several graduation ceremonies each year. You can attend a ceremony in person or choose to graduate in absentia. If you graduate in absentia, you will be included in the next graduation round (at any location), and your graduation documents will be mailed to you after the ceremony.
How to register for a ceremony
Scross down and complete the form. You will be prompted to confirm your full name, address details, ceremony date and attendance preferences.
Ensure your name and contact details are correct and up to date
Full name
Your testamur (degree certificate or diploma) will show your full legal name as it is entered in the University’s enrolment system. See Graduation academic documents for information about name change requests.
Email and postal addresses
These addresses are needed for important graduation correspondence. If your details change between now and the graduation date, you need to advise us immediately.
You must also check to ensure any library fines and outstanding loans are resolved.
What happens next?
If you are attending a ceremony, you will receive details instructions about three weeks beforehand, including regalia hire, photography, guest tickets, and event day arrangements. You can also view our webpage ‘what to expect on the ceremony day‘ which includes arrival times and locations.
If you have selected to graduate in absentia, no further action is required.
FAQ’s
Can I defer my graduation?
You can apply to defer your graduation to 2027 ceremony. Please contact graduation@divinity.edu.au by the deadline given above if you wish to request to defer your graduation.
Can I change my mind about which ceremony I will graduate at?
We encourage you to carefully consider the available ceremony options — including dates and locations — before submitting your selection. However, if your circumstances change, you may request to change your selected ceremony up to 21 days before your scheduled ceremony date.
To apply for a change, please contact University of Divinity Graduation Services at graduation@divinity.edu.au.
For Help
If you need some help to select a ceremony, or you have some questions, please email graduation@divinity.edu.au.
More information
Information about University Graduation Ceremonies (including regalia information) can be found on the University’s website.