Graduation

Graduation Live Stream

2pm Ceremony

11am Ceremony

Registration for Graduation 2023 is now closed. Please remember to collect your graduate and guest tickets on the day at the University Centre atrium.

Congratulations! Your hard work is almost over and you'll soon be graduating and celebrating your success. Graduation will take place on Tuesday 17th October at King George's Hall. 

On the day there will be 2 ceremonies. Which ceremony you attend will depend on which course you have completed. Your invitation will tell you which ceremony you will be attending.

A short message to all our Graduates:

You will collect both your graduate and guest tickets(s) at the University Centre atrium on the day. Here is a reminder of how your day will run, please stick to the timings below so your day runs as smoothly as possible.

The time in which you need to arrive is based on the Ceremony you'll be attending, which will be as follows:

Running Order of the Day for your 11AM Ceremony

If you're attending the 11AM Ceremony, please arrive at the University Centre for 8:30AM.

• Ticket collection, Gowning and Photography from 8:30AM to 9:45AM
• Graduands lining up at University Centre at 10AM
• Guests to be seated in King George’s Hall at 10:15AM
• Procession starts at 10:30AM
• Ceremony at King George’s Hall from 11AM to 12:30PM

Running Order of the Day for your 2PM Ceremony

If you're attending the 2PM Ceremony, please arrive at the University Centre for 11:30AM.

• Ticket collection, Gowning and Photography from 11.30AM - 12:45AM
• Graduands lining up at University Centre at 1:00PM
• Guests to be seated in King George’s Hall at 1:15PM
• Procession starts at 1:30PM
• Ceremony at King George’s Hall from 2:00PM - 3:30PM

Please scroll down the page for more information and see which  ceremony time you need to attend, our FAQs and our key information sheet. 

Online Registration

Online registration is now closed. Unfortunately we will be unable to accept any late applicants.

Running Order of the Day

11AM Ceremony

Ticket collection, Gowning and Photography, 8.30AM - 9:45AM

Graduands lining up at University Centre, 10:00AM

Guests to be seated in King George’s Hall, 10:15AM

Procession starts, 10.30AM

Ceremony at King George’s Hall, 11:00AM - 12:30PM

2PM Ceremony

Ticket collection, Gowning and Photography, 11.30AM - 12:45AM

Graduands lining up at University Centre, 1:00PM

Guests to be seated in King George’s Hall, 1:15PM

Procession starts, 1:30PM

Ceremony at King George’s Hall, 2:00PM - 3:30PM

See your Ceremony time below:

11:00AM Ceremony

• BA (Hons) Contemporary Fashion (top up)
• BA (Hons) Criminology & Criminal Justice (top-up)
• BA (Hons) Disability Studies with Inclusive Practice (top-up)
• BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies (top-up)
• BA (Hons) Education Studies
• BA (Hons) Education Studies (with foundation entry)
• BA (Hons) English Language and English Literature (with foundation entry)
• BA (Hons) English Language and History (with foundation entry)
• BA (Hons) English Language and Sociology
• BA (Hons) English Literature and History
• BA (Hons) English Literature and History (with foundation entry)
• BA (Hons) Fine Art
• BA (Hons) Graphic Communication
• BA (Hons) History and Politics (with foundation entry)
• BA (Hons) Illustration & Animation
• BA (Hons) Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (top up)
• BA (Hons) Photography and Moving Image
• BA (Hons) Social Care and Wellbeing (top up)
• BA (Hons) Teaching and Learning Support (Primary) Top-up
• BA (Hons) Working with Children and Young People (top-up)
• BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronics Engineering (with foundation entry)
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering (with foundation entry)
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Top-up
• BSc (Hons) Computing (top-up)
• BSc (Hons) Psychology
• BSc (Hons) Psychology (with foundation entry)
• Certificate in Education
• FdA Criminology & Criminal Justice
• FdA Disability Studies with Inclusive Practice
• FdA Early Childhood Studies
• FdA Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
• FdA Social Care and Wellbeing
• FdA Teaching and Learning Support (Primary)
• FdA Working with Children and Young People
• HE Certificate Higher Education Children & Young People

2:00PM Ceremony

• AAT in Professional Accounting Level 4
• AMSPAR Level 5
• BA (Hons) Accounting (top-up)
• BA (Hons) Business Studies (top-up)
• BA (Hons) Business with Management
• BA (Hons) Business with Management (with foundation entry)
• BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching (top-up)
• Certificate in Education
• FdSc Sports Coaching
• Certificate in Education
• CIPD Level 5
• CIPD Level 7
• CIPS Level 4
• FdA Accounting
• HNC Construction and the Built Environment
• HND Business
• HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Level 5 Leadership and Management
• LLB (Hons) Law (Accelerated Route)
• LLB (Hons) Law (Full time)
• LLM Law (Generic)
• L4 Apprentice Commercial Procurement & Supply Standard
• L5 Apprentice CIPD HR Consultant/Partner Standard
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management
• PGCE (Education & Training)

FAQs

Where does the ceremony take place?
Your graduation ceremony will take place right around the corner from campus at King Georges Hall, Northgate, Blackburn, BB2 1AA.

What time is my ceremony?
There are two ceremonies taking place. One at 11am and another at 2pm. You will be sent an invitation in the post that will confirm your ceremony time. The invitations have been posted out to you.

How will I receive my invite?
You will receive your invite via post! If you have changed your address since you started your course please email graduation@blackburn.ac.uk to let us know.

Can your invited guests sit alongside you during the ceremony?
Guests will be seated in a separate section but don't worry, they'll be in cheering distance!

Are guests given seat numbers?
Guests will be seated approximately 45 minutes before the ceremony and will be able to choose their own seats.

Will I be able to pick up my award certificate at the ceremony?
We have a stand on Graduation Day where Graduates will be able to come and collect their certificates. If you're unable to swing by on the day, don't worry! You can come to the campus and collect them any time afterwards as long as you bring some Photo ID.

Can I still access the platform on which I would receive my award if I have mobility issues?
There is ramp access to the platform, however please email graduation@blackburn.ac.uk to let us know if you need any special requirements.

How many tickets are available for each student/and is it possible to get extra tickets?
There are currently an unlimited number of ticket allocations per student, and will cost £10.00 for each guest you would like to invite (a ticket is required for children over the age of 2)

How do I get confirmation of my ticket purchase?
Once you have selected the amount of guest tickets that you want and you have purchased them, you will receive a confirmation email of payment. This will not specify your amount of tickets however you just quote your reference number to collect your tickets.

Where do I collect my tickets?
You will collect your graduate ticket and guest tickets at registration on the day of graduation.

Are children allowed to attend the ceremony?
Due to the length and formality of the graduation ceremonies they are not suitable for young children. Children over 2 must have their own guest ticket and be accompanied by an adult guest. Under no circumstances are children allowed to sit with graduands. Please note there are no childcare facilities at King George's Hall and prams and buggies are not permitted in the Hall and there is no storage. 

Will the graduation ceremony be live streamed?
Yes, the ceremony will be live streamed - Details as to which platform it will be available on will be released closer to the time.

Will there be a celebration afterwards?
Of course! The afterparty will be held in the Pavillion, Blackburn Sixth Form. All graduates, family and friends are welcome! Refreshments and entertainment will be waiting for you.

How do I order a gown?
You will receive information from the Graduation Team about how you can access the online platform to purchase your gown in advance of the ceremony date. This needs to be ordered by the end of September.

Where do I get my gown?
On the day of Graduation you will need to arrive at University Centre Blackburn College ready for gowning. Gowning will open 2.5 hours before each ceremony. This is so you can get your gown and have your professional photography taken. All of this will happen in the Curve on the ground floor. 

Is there parking available?
Please note there is no parking available on site. The nearest car park is the multi-storey on Fielden Street which is next to the Sports Centre.