When to apply to graduateWhen you have completed all the requirements for your programme of study and want to receive your degree or diploma certificate, you can apply to graduate.
The next graduation ceremonies at the Aotea Centre, Auckland are to be held in May 2011.
Applications for the graduation ceremonies are available online around July (for spring graduation) and December (for autumn graduation).
You do not need to wait to be invited to graduate. You can check your eligibility online and as soon as you become eligible, you can apply to graduate. However, you must apply before the application closing date.
How to apply to graduateYou must apply to graduate online.
If you want to attend the ceremony, you should apply to graduate 'in person'.
If you do not want to attend the ceremony at any time for your qualification, you should apply to graduate 'in absentia'. Approximately three weeks after graduation week, your certificate will be posted, couriered or available for collection, according to your instructions on your graduation application form.
If you are eligible for more than one qualification, you must complete a separate application form for each qualification. If you have any questions regarding your graduation application, email [email protected].