Guest tickets FAQs

How do I request guest tickets?

You request guest tickets as part of the registration process once you have selected the option to attend. Please note: there is a system error whereby it will let you put in any number of guest tickets.  Please note, only a maximum of 2 guest tickets will be provided.  Please enter one of the following for your guest tickets:

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Each guest attending the ceremony will need a ticket. Please do not make any arrangements for more than 2 guests to attend on campus as there is no on campus provision for any additional guests. Registration for each ceremony will open 2 hours before the start of the ceremony.  You cannot register any earlier than 2 hours before this.

How much are the tickets?

There is no charge for guest tickets.

When will I receive my tickets?

You will receive your guest tickets along with your seat number in the same pack when you arrive at the registration desk in University Place 2 hours before the ceremony is due to start. 

Please ensure you give your guest tickets to your guests as they will be required to hand them in at guest entrance point into the Whitworth Hall. You should keep hold your seating number as you will be required to hand them in at main entrance point into the Whitworth Hall.

How many guests can I bring?

We guarantee a maximum of 2 tickets per graduate for everyone who completes registration by Friday, 28 June 2024. 

Can children come to the ceremony?

Our graduation ceremonies are approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour duration and are not tailored for young children, although their attendance is permitted. Children over 4 years of age are required to have their own seats and guest ticket. Due to the length of the ceremony and for health and safety reasons, we do not recommend having children on your lap for the ceremonies, although children up until 4 years of age are permitted to sit on other guests’ laps.