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Graduation

Graduation 2015 - event information

Past Ceremonies - event details and videos

Booking attendance

Guests

Visas

Gowns

Photography & Video

Merchandise

The Ceremony

Graduation Brochure

Other

After Graduation

Booking attendance

When will I receive an invitation to the ceremony?
Invitations will be emailed to all MSc students in November/December. Any student that believes they are eligible to attend the ceremony but who has not received their invitation should contact the Events Office at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk with details of their course and current email address.

Am I eligible to attend the ceremony?
Invitations are sent to all students before final examination results are available. If you find that you have not successfully passed your MSc degree this year you will not be eligible to attend the ceremony. Those re-sitting will be eligible to attend once they have passed, or may defer their attendance to a future year subject to successfully completing the course.

How do I register my attendance?
You must register in advance if you wish to attend. Please confirm your attendance by completing the online registration form. This link will be emailed to you with your invitation.

Is there a cost to attend the ceremony?
No. All tickets for the ceremony are free of charge.

Guests

How do I book tickets for my guests?
Graduates will automatically receive 2 guest tickets. During the registration process you will have the opportunity to request extra tickets which will be allocated on a first come, first served basis after the registration closing date. These tickets are limited and are not guaranteed to all graduates. If your ticket request has been successful you will be contacted by email with your allocation details.

Can I bring children to the ceremony?
Children are welcome to attend the ceremony, however please note that ceremonies will last approximately 90 minutes and are formal occasions which may not be suitable for very young children. A crèche facility will be available free of charge for the duration of the ceremony. 

Will my child need a ticket?
All guests attending the ceremony, including children, will require a ticket. Babies in arms are the exception.

How do I book crèche facilities?
If you would like to make use of this facility please register your interest via the registration link at the time of booking. Places will be allocated on the day on a first come, first served basis. Parents will be asked to complete a registration form upon arrival at the crèche. Suitable refreshments will be provided.

When will I receive my tickets?
Tickets for graduates and their guests will be issued at the registration desk on the day of the ceremony.  Please note that tickets will be released to graduates only.  Please bring ID as this may be required at registration. Please Note: There will not be any extra tickets available on the day of the ceremony.

Visas

How do I request a visa to come to London for the ceremony?
London based graduates requiring visa support letters for themselves or their guests should contact Registry at registry@lshtm.ac.uk. Distance Learning graduates requiring visa support letters should contact the Distance Learning Office at distance@lshtm.ac.uk

Gowns

Do I need to hire a gown?
Graduates are not obliged to wear gowns. It is your own choice. For information, approximately 75% of attendees do usually wear gowns. Alternatively, graduates are also invited to wear national dress.

Gowns are designed to be worn with shirts, therefore for comfort and practicality, it is recommended that you wear a button-through jacket or shirt which will enable you to attach the academic hood to your clothing without pins.  If you choose to wear clothing other than a shirt or blouse we would recommend that you bring some safety pins with you so that your hood will remain secure.

How do I order a gown?
If you would like to hire a gown for the ceremony this must be ordered in advance from Ede and Ravenscroft. Order online at: www.gownhire.co.uk or call +44 (0)1223 861854. Pre-ordered gowns will be delivered to the Institute of Education for collection on the day. After the reception, gowns should be returned to the Student Common Room in Keppel Street.

Photography & Video

Will the ceremony be broadcast on the internet?
Yes.  The ceremony will be recorded and will be available to watch live online. You will be notified as to how to access this feed closer to the time of the ceremony.  This feed will also be available for download after the ceremony.

Will professional photographs be taken at the ceremony?
Success Photography will provide photographic services on the day.  If you would like photographs taken please book a time slot in advance via the Success Photography website www.successphotography.com or alternatively please call +44 (0)1293 822255.

Should I book my photography session prior to attending the ceremony?
We highly recommend that you book in advance. Visit www.successphotography.com  or alternatively please call +44 (0)1293 822255.

Merchandise

Will School merchandise be available on the day?
Yes. There will be a selection of School branded merchandise available from the Keppel Street building during the receptions. This will be a cash only sale. T-shirts printed with the name of all graduates on the back and personalised champagne will be available to buy on the day. If you would like to order in advance please visit the Graduation Gear website at: http://graduationgear.co.uk/

The Ceremony

How long will the ceremony last?
The ceremony will last approximately 90 minutes.

What time should I arrive for the ceremony?
Please allow 90 minutes to register, collect your gowns and have photographs taken. The doors to Logan Hall will open an hour before the start of the ceremony. Graduates must be in their seats NO LATER than 15mins before the start of the ceremony.

Am I able to sit with my friends during the ceremony?
Graduates will be seated by course, in alphabetical order.  The seat you are allocated is the order in which you will process onto the stage, so it is important that you stay in your pre-designated seat. 

Will we be told when to proceed to the stage?
Ushers will guide you as to when to leave your seat and proceed to the platform for presentation. Graduates and their guests are requested to stand when the platform and academic processions enter and leave the Hall.

Where should I arrange to meet my guests after the ceremony?
Guests are asked to leave Logan Hall promptly in order to clear the hall as quickly as possible.  Please arrange to meet friends and family members by the reception desk on the upper level or at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine for your reception.

Graduation Brochure

Will my name appear in the graduation brochure?
Yes. All those eligible to graduate will have their name in the brochure, irrespective of whether you choose to attend the ceremony.

Will I receive a copy of the graduation brochure?
Yes. Each graduate attending the ceremony will receive a copy of the brochure. Those graduates not attending will be sent a copy by post in the weeks following the ceremony.

Other

Will the School pay for my travel expenses?
No. Accommodation and travel costs must be met by the graduate. Information on hotels in the area can be found at: www.hotels.com.

How do I get to the venue?
A map of the area can be found at: www.lshtm.ac.uk/aboutus/location. The nearest mainline station is Euston. The nearest tube stations are Goodge Street & Russell Square. Parking facilities are not available at the Institute of Education, however the nearest NCP car parks can be found at Russell Court, Coram Street, London, WC1H 0ND and Marchmont Street, London, WC1N 1AF: www.ncp.co.uk/

Will disabled facilities be available at the venue?
Yes. The Institute of Education has access and facilities for people with disabilities, as does the School.  If any graduate or guest requires wheelchair access, please do let us know at the point of registration.

Are there any other events taking place around the same time as the School graduation?
Yes, we hold a reception for our distance learning students and their families.  This takes place on the Friday afternoon before Graduation Day. For further details contact alumni@lshtm.ac.uk. The University of London International Program hold their own graduation ceremony which distance learning students are also eligible to attend.  For further details contact graduation@london.ac.uk.

When will I receive my degree certificate?
At the ceremony you will receive the Diploma of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.  This is awarded to all students of the School who gain a University of London MSc degree.  If you are unable to attend your Diploma will be mailed to you after the ceremony. Only the University of London can present the MSc certificate and these will be mailed to successful students by the University early in 2015 irrespective of whether or not you are attending the ceremony.

How do I cancel my booking?
If you are no longer able to attend please do let us know.  This will ensure that the ceremony runs smoothly and all those who wish to attend are able to do so. You can cancel your booking yourself using the registration website.  Alternatively please email us at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk

Will I be given instructions for the day?
Yes, we will provide all our graduates with instructions for the day a week before the ceremony, please ensure you read through all the details.

Will there be a reception after the ceremony?
All graduates and guests are invited to a reception following the ceremony in the Keppel Street building.  Drinks and light canapés will be served.  You are encouraged to make your way to the School for the reception promptly as these must end at the times noted.

After Graduation

How do I keep in touch with the School?
After graduation you automatically become a member of our Alumni Association.  For more information please see our alumni pages.

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