Relaxed graduation ceremony

Celebrate your achievements in a way that feels right for you. Join us for a memorable and relaxed graduation ceremony!

New for July 2025, we will be running a special Relaxed Graduation Ceremony, designed to provide a comfortable, accessible and inclusive environment for all our students who would prefer a more pared-back experience. The ceremony will be held on Monday, 21 July 2025.

Why choose the relaxed ceremony?

Smaller setting: Ideal for students who may feel anxious about attending the standard graduation ceremony, providing an accessible service that meets your needs.

Inclusive environment: Open to students from all schools.

Intimate gathering: Limited to 50 students and 100 guests, ensuring a more personal experience.

Ceremony details

• Location: Whitworth Hall

Setup: Smaller stage with fewer academic processions to minimise the number of attendees.

Accessibility: Low volume music, hearing loop, wheelchair access, and British Sign Language interpreter available upon request.

Additional support: Quiet room available before the ceremony.

Live streaming: Available for guests who cannot attend in person.

Interested? Students who wish to attend the relaxed ceremony should email graduation@manchester.ac.uk  including ‘Relaxed Ceremony July 2025’ in the subject line.