Frequently Asked Questions

General Information


Graduation Day Information


Please click here, to find out all the information you need for your Graduation day!

 

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Academic Dress Information


In order to participate in your graduation ceremony, you will be required to wear full academic dress.
Your academic dress requirements depend on the School you studied in, and what award level you are completing.
Academic dress will be available to collect on the day of graduation and assistance on how to wear your academic dress will be provided on the day.

Graduate Information


What time do I need to arrive for my graduation ceremony?
Once you have collected your regalia, you are required to arrive one hour before your ceremony at the allocated assembly point at Great Court North. Ensure you allocate sufficient time to collect your regalia at a time that enables you to arrive at the assembly point one hour before your ceremony. If you are running late please make your way to Winthrop Hall and report to the Information Tent. Please sit in your allocated seat in the hall to ensure you are in the correct order for presentation. Please ensure that you are wearing the appropriate academic dress. Further information regarding when to arrive and where to go on the day of your ceremony is available on the Graduations website.

What happens in a graduation ceremony?
In brief, at the commencement of the ceremony, members of the audience are asked to stand while the Academic Procession enters Winthrop Hall. Graduands and guests remain standing until the Chancellor asks the audience to be seated after which time a brief welcome address is delivered.

At a point in the ceremony graduands are asked to take their lead from Graduation staff who will arrange them for presentation. When the conferring of awards commence, successive rows of graduands will be directed to rise, file out of their seating row and move towards the stage.

The Dean / Head of School of your School will read out the names of all Graduands present in the Hall and one by one Graduands will cross the stage. The graduand walks towards the Chancellor, stops at a spot marked on the floor, doffs their mortarboard (this will be the stage photo) and walks back to their seat via the stairs in the centre of the Dais. There will be no hand shaking and appropriate COVID-19 physical distance will be maintained while ensuring the graduand receives a quality stage photo.

After all graduands have crossed the stage for respective degrees, diplomas and certificates, individual cohorts will be asked to stand and the Chancellor will confer the awards. Once your award is conferred you become a graduate of The University of Western Australia.

The Warden of Convocation officially welcomes the new graduates as lifelong members of the University and the Valedictory Address will be delivered. On occasions the University may also award Honorary Degrees and/or Chancellor's Medals to distinguished invitees who have made an invaluable contribution to the University and the community.

At the end of the ceremony the audience will be asked to stand; all new graduates will join the official procession and exit Winthrop Hall.
Refreshments will be served on Whitfeld Court.
For more information on your Graduation Ceremony please visit https://www.uwa.edu.au/students/My-course/Graduations

Parking Information


Please check the Graduations Website for availability of parking for each graduation ceremony.
Disabled parking bays are located in every Car Park on the Crawley Campus and require a current Disability Permit.
Pay parking is on the roads surrounding UWA. This parking is controlled by the City of Subiaco, City of Perth and City of Nedlands.

Photography & Merchandise


To view the range of services we provide at your graduation please visit the following link.

Reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access


We understand your graduation is an important celebration of your hard work and achievements that you would like to enjoy with your family and friends. The limited seating in Winthrop Hall means guest tickets are limited to two complimenatry Winthrop Hall guest pers per graduand. To enable you to share the experience with more loved ones, you have the option to purchase up to ten graduation live-streaming and refreshment packages from GFP Events. The cost of the package is $25.00 per person and it includes:

  • Unallocated seating within a live-streaming venue at the UWA Campus; 
  • Live-streaming of the graduation ceremony;
  • Post-ceremony reception. Refreshments consist of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and canapés.
  • Present the Reception ticket to the Information Marquee outside Winthrop Hall for directions to the live-stream venue.
  • The live-stream venue for December 2023 viewing is Alexander Lecture Theatre

 

Reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access ticket sales will be available via this portal up until midday the working day prior to each ceremony.

Reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access will also be available for sale from the Information Tent outside the entrance to Winthrop Hall, 1 hour before the start of each ceremony.
A limited number of tickets for Winthrop Hall may become available due to the reallocation of tickets resulting from late cancellations. If this happens, you will be able to exchange some or all of your Reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access for guest ticket(s) in Winthrop Hall, at the Information Tent outside Winthrop Hall, one and a half hours before your ceremony.

Tickets will be exchanged on a first come first served basis. There is no guarantee that there will be any unallocated tickets for any of the ceremonies.

Viewing the ceremony online via a Live-stream link

For friends and family who are unable to attend your physical graduation ceremony, they will be able to view your graduation ceremony live via this link here.
Please note this is different to viewing the ceremony from the on-campus live-stream venue. Tickets do not need to be purchased to view the ceremony remotely via the live-stream link.

Venue Info


All graduation ceremonies are held in Winthrop Hall at The University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Hwy, Crawley WA 6009.
Winthrop Hall is located on the north side of the campus and can be accessed via Mounts Bay Road or Hackett Drive. Please refer to the Campus Map

 

Reception ticket with complimentary live-stream venue access. The live-stream venue for December 2023 ceremonies in the Alexander Lecture Theatre

Academic Dress


Gown Collection Times and Locations

Your graduation regalia is available for collection on the day of your ceremony. Please note collection windows and deadlines for collection for your ceremony. Ensure you allocate sufficient time to collect your regalia and arrive in the at Great Court North (outside the main hall entry) for student registration and the graduand briefing one hour before the start of your ceremony

Regalia collection days and times are as follows:

Wednesday 13 December 2023

2pm ceremony: Collection from 9am, to be gowned by 12.30pm

6pm ceremony: Collection from 12.30pm, to be gowned by 4.30pm

Thursday 14 December 2023

10am ceremony: Collection at 7.30am, to be gowned by 8.45am

2pm ceremony: Collection from 9am, to be gowned by 12.30pm

6pm ceremony: Collection from 12.30pm, to be gowned by 4.30pm

Friday 15 December 2023

10am ceremony: Collection at 7.30am, to be gowned by 8.45am

2pm ceremony: Collection from 9am, to be gowned by 12.30pm

6pm ceremony: Collection from 12.30pm, to be gowned by 4.30pm

Monday 18 December 2023

10am ceremony: Collection at 7.30am, to be gowned by 8.45am

2pm ceremony: Collection from 9am, to be gowned by 12.30pm

6pm ceremony: Collection from 12.30pm, to be gowned by 4.30pm

Tuesday 19 December 2023

10am ceremony: Collection at 7.30am, to be gowned by 8.45am

2pm ceremony: Collection from 9am, to be gowned by 12.30pm

6pm ceremony: Collection from 12.30pm, to be gowned by 4.30pm

 

Regalia collection location: Faye Gale

 


FAQ on Academic Dress


Do I have to wear Academic Dress to participate in my Graduation Ceremony?
Yes. You will be required to wear the prescribed academic dress for the award in which you are graduating. This includes a gown, a hood or stole in the appropriate colour, and a mortarboard or bonnet.

I am receiving a Double Degree, how do I order my Academic Dress?
If you are receiving both Degrees in the one ceremony, then you only need to place one order. You will only need to wear the hood for the ceremony you are attending or the highest award you are receiving.
If you are receiving your awards in separate ceremonies, then you will need to place two orders, one for each ceremony.
Please ensure you check the University's website to confirm your requirements.

When do I hire my Academic Dress?
Academic Dress will be open for booking 4-6 weeks before your ceremony

How do I work out my Gown Size?
When you place your order online you will have the option to select your size e.g. extra small, small, medium, large etc and we will also ask for your height, this will allow us to ensure you have the correct size.

Where do I return my regalia?
Once the graduation has finished and you have had refreshments and photos taken, all hire regalia needs to be returned to the Regalia Collection Room in Faye Gale. before you leave the venue.

Can I get help if I am unsure how to wear the regalia (gown and hood)?
Just come along and one of our staff will ensure you are dressed correctly. There will also be someone to adjust your regalia right before you go on stage.

You can also view our how to wear your graduation regalia demonstration videos in the below links
How to wear Masters Academic Dress
How to wear Bachelors Academic Dress
How to wear Honours Academic Dress

Please note, if you run out of time, staff are also available to assist graduands as they enter the ceremony.

When do I return my Academic Dress (gown and hood)?
Gowns must be returned after you have finalised your photographic and graduation services before you leave the venue.
Failure to return your academic dress before you leave the venue will incur a late fee.
Please refer to the Terms & Conditions below.

What if I don't have credit card - can I pay cash?
We highly recommend you use our secure online ordering system to ensure availability. Your order confirmation and receipt will be emailed to you.
There is no need to bring any paperwork when collecting your academic dress, only your student ID is required.

Alternatively, you can contact GFP on 1300 360 445 or info@gfp.com.au to make a booking and pay on the day using cash and/or debit transactions.

How can I arrange a refund for my regalia (gown and hood)?
If you are unable to attend your ceremony and have already placed an order for academic dress, please contact the GFP customer service team to arrange a refund on 1300 360 445 or info@gfp.com.au   

Is the regalia different for Bachelor and Masters?
Yes, Bachelor gowns have long bell-shaped sleeves, split from shoulder to wrist, the arm does not pass through the split.
Bachelor Hoods are fully lined in the school colour and include a ribbon trim. 
Masters gowns have long closed sleeves with the arm passing through a split above the elbow. 
Masters Hoods are fully lined in the school colour with no ribbon trim.

Do I have to wear anything specific under my gown?
It is important to note the gown is open at the front; therefore what you are wearing underneath is visible. It is for this reason we recommend you wear business attire, and comfortable shoes. If the day is warm, you may want to remove your jacket as the gowns are quite heavy and it may be hot in the auditorium.

What happens if I am in the incorrect regalia (gown & hood)?
You are required to wear the exact prescribed regalia (gown or hood) for the Award in which you are graduating.
If you have the incorrect regalia (gown or hood), you will be required to hire the correct regalia (gown or hood) from the onsite regalia supplier (GFP Events) before your ceremony.
You will not be allowed to cross the stage in incorrect regalia (gown or hood). Please be reminded that gowns & hoods differ between Bachelor and Master degrees.
If you have hired your regalia from a supplier other than GFP Events, and you are provided with the incorrect style or colour hood or gown, you will be required to hire the correct regalia from the onsite regalia supplier (GFP Events).

How much will my Academic Dress hire cost?

Post Graduate Certificate, Diploma Suits:

Full Suit Hire - $93 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard)
Full Suit Purchase -$168 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard )

Bachelor Suits:

Full Suit Hire - $93 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard)
Full Suit Purchase - $168 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard)

Masters Suits:

Full Suit Hire - $93 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard)
Full Suit Purchase - $178 (includes, gown, hood and mortarboard)

PhD & Other Doctorate Suits:

Full Suit Hire $175 - (includes, gown, hood and bonnet)
Full Suit Purchase $550 - (includes, gown, hood and bonnet)
Please note PHD or Doctorate regalia is only available to hire or purchase as a full set

Individual Items:

Hire Bachelor Gown only - $50
Purchase Bachelor Gown only - $85
Hire Masters Gown only - $50
Purchase Masters Gown only - $95
Hire Hood only - $25
Purchase Hood only - $65
Mortarboard only - $18

Terms and Conditions
Academic Dress Hire: Academic dress MUST be booked a minimum of 3 days in advance of your ceremony day to avoid a late booking fee of $35.
Return of academic dress - Academic dress is to be returned before you leave the venue.
Failure to return academic dress before you leave the venue will incur a charge equivalent to the balance of the purchase price of the regalia. 
Cancellation of Order - If you need to cancel your order please contact Customer Service to arrange your refund.
Generally refunds are not applicable if your cancellation occurs within 3 days of your ceremony.

How to wear your academic dress

It is important to remember that the clothing you wear to your graduation ceremony will be visible as you walk across the stage.
Neat, business attire is most appropriate, with a shirt and tie recommended for male graduates.
It is best to avoid jeans and sneakers. Please also note that a mortarboard must be worn as part of academic dress, which should be kept in mind when planning your hair style.

Gown
- The gown is worn over the top of your clothing like a jacket.
All Masters graduates wear a Masters gown with short sleeves, all other graduates wear Bachelor gowns with full length sleeves. 

School Hood - Place the hood over your head with the button hole in the centre of your sternum, the colour should be displayed on both shoulders. 

Mortarboard (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) - The Mortarboard sits on your head with the longer peak at the back and the tassel hanging to your left. 

Bonnet (Doctorates

A black, velvet bonnet with a red tassel for the below degrees

  • Doctor of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Business Administration
  • Doctor of Education
  • Doctor of Clinical Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Juridical Science
  • Doctor of Musical Arts
  • Doctor of Architecture
  • Doctor of Social Work
  • Doctor of Podiatry

A black, velvet bonnet with a gold tassel for Higher Doctorates and Honorary Doctorates

  • Doctor of Commerce
  • Doctor of Dental Science
  • Doctor of Economics
  • Doctor of Engineering
  • Doctor of Laws
  • Doctor of Letters
  • Doctor of Medical Science
  • Doctor of Music
  • Doctor of Science
  • Doctor of Science in Agriculture
  • Doctor of Surgery

Please note: black trencher caps (mortarboards) will not be accepted as official academic regalia for Doctor of Philosophy and other Doctorates, Higher Doctorate and Honorary Doctorate awards.

Please see instructional videos for further assistance

 

 

Academic Dress Sizes


HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR GOWN SIZE

SIZE HEIGHT (cm) HEIGHT (ft)
XXS 130 - 150 cm 4'2" - 4'9"
XS 150 - 160 cm 4'9" - 5'3"
S 160 - 170 cm 5'3" - 5'6"
M 170 - 180 cm 5'6" - 5'9"
L 180 - 190 cm 5'9" - 6'2"
XL 190 cm + 6'2" +

 

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR HAT SIZE

When selecting your hat size, it is important that you measure your head accurately to ensure we provide you the correct hat.
Due to current restrictions, we cannot offer a personalised fitting service for mortarboards.

Step 1 - Place measuring tape above ear and wrap around head to get circumference.

   

 Step 2 - Match circumference with sizing chart below

Hat Size  Head Circumference
XS 52-54cm
S 55-56cm
M 57-58cm
L 59-60cm
XL 61-62cm

 

Ticket Information


Important Ticket Information


Registering your attendance:
It is imperative that you register your attendance for your graduation ceremony via the GFP online ordering portal. The purpose of registering your attendance in this portal is so that you are able to order your guest tickets, and to ensure that you will be allocated a graduand ticket and seat number.

Complimentary Winthrop Hall guest tickets:
Download up to two complimentary guest tickets for Winthrop Hall from Wednesday 29 November 2023.

  • Log in to the GFP Events online portal to get your complimentary guest ticket(s) for Winthrop Hall. All guest tickets are electronic and available from GFP Graduations even if you do not order your regalia from them.
  • Step 1: Log in to the GFP Events online portal and order your tickets.
  • Step 2: You will receive an order confirmation email.
  • Step 3: Send each ticket to the individual guest.
    Once ordered, a popup will appear prompting you to download your guest tickets. Follow the link, send each individual guest their ticket. You can also complete this process by clicking on the “Click here to download your guest tickets” link in your order confirmation. Please note, you can change or update the guest details and resend them at any time. Please ensure that you have sent your guest tickets prior to the ceremony. If your guests do not have their tickets they will not be permitted entry into the venue or the refreshment area after the ceremony.
    If your guests do not present their tickets they will not be permitted into Winthrop Hall or the refreshment venue after the ceremony.
    If you have problems retrieving your tickets, please contact GFP Events.
  • Physical Tickets will not be posted to students under any circumstances.
  • Guest tickets for Winthrop Hall are for the graduands’ family and friends only and cannot be transferred to another graduand for use. If you no longer require your tickets, please inform the Graduations Office immediately. These electronic tickets will be cancelled and rendered unusable.
  • If you request to be transferred to a future graduation ceremony or to graduate in absentia, the Graduations Office will automatically cancel your electronic tickets and render the tickets unusable.

Can I apply for or buy more guest tickets for my graduation ceremony?
We understand your graduation is an important celebration of your hard work and achievements that you would like to enjoy with your family and friends. The limited seating in Winthrop Hall means guest tickets are limited so to enable you to share the experience with more loved ones you have the option to purchase up to ten graduation reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access  from GFP Events. The cost of the package is $25.00 per person and it includes:

  • Unallocated seating within a live-streaming venue at the UWA Campus;
  • Live-streaming of the graduation ceremony;
  • Post-ceremony receptions. Refreshments consist of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and a canapés
  • If you require more than ten extra guest tickets please contact GFP customer service on 1300 360 445 or info@gfp.com.au.
    Online purchase of reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access for ceremonies close at midday the day prior to each ceremony.

Reception tickets with complimentary live-stream access are still available to purchase on the day from the information tent one and a half hours prior to each ceremony.

Where is the live-stream shown?
Alexander Lecture Theatre

How do I access my guest tickets?
Once ordered, a popup will appear prompting you to download your guest tickets. Follow the link and send each individual guest their ticket. You can also complete this process by clinking on the “Click here to download your guest tickets” link in your order confirmation. Please note, you can change or update the guest details and resend them at any time. Please ensure that you have registered and sent your guest tickets prior to the ceremony. If your guests do not have their tickets they will not be permitted entry into the venue or the refreshment area after the ceremony.
Due to numbers, there may be the necessity to assign an extra lecture theatre for live-streaming. If this becomes necessary guests will be escorted to the new venue.

How will my extra guests meet me after the ceremony?
Guests who are enjoying the ceremony via live-streaming will be escorted to Whitfeld Court at the conclusion of the ceremony. Guests must present their ticket for entry into the refreshment area.

Can I get a refund on the tickets purchased?
Refunds can be claimed from GFP up to 24 hours before the event.

Other Services


Studio Photography

Leave your graduation photos to the experts.
GFP’s photography team will provide you and your family with a professional studio session that includes a wide range of individual, family and fun images.
Save time on your ceremony day and pre-order your Studio Photography package online.
For more information and to pre-order please sign in to the Graduation Portal.

Stage Photography

GFP professional photography team will capture your moment on stage.
Prints including the university logo, border and year of graduation are available for purchase at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Your stage photo will also be available to view and purchase through our website following your ceremony.
Pre-order your stage photograph package today through our Graduation Portal.

Framing & Plaques

Add the finishing touch to your degree certificate with a ready to hang frame or plaque. 
Our on-the-spot framing service provides a professional option with a choice of mat colours, custom designed for your University award. 
Our plaques, available in Gold or Silver, can be mounted to a variety of bases and are a wonderful way to display your certificate at home or the office.
To pre-order your frame or plaque please sign in to the Graduation Portal.

Bears & Charms

Cute little bears, all dressed and ready to take home.
Available in a range of sizes with a graduation gown, mortarboard and a hood the same colour as yours!
Click here to pre-order your bear and have it ready to collect at your ceremony.

Ceremony Video

A professional record of the graduation ceremony, including your moment on stage!
Click here to view our range of Ceremony Video options and pre-order today.