Dates, times and locations
Last updated: 17/04/2025 14:57
Find out when and where your ceremony and school reception event are taking place.
You'll have a formal ceremony and a school reception event to share this special moment with your friends and family.
Our first round of Graduation invites has been sent. Contact us if you do not receive your invitation by the end of April.
Graduation ceremonies
Location: Utilita Arena. There is a 30-minute walk between King Edward VII Avenue (near Glamorgan Building) and Utilita Arena.
Duration: Roughly 1.5 hours. Graduates and guests must arrive 30 minutes before the start time.
Graduation ceremonies are the formal events where we recognise and celebrate your academic achievements.
Key details concerning the ceremonies:
- your tickets include entry to the ceremony and the school reception
- all events will include strict ticket and security checks upon entry
- only guests with valid tickets will be admitted to the ceremony at their scheduled time
- two ceremonies are being held for Business, Healthcare Sciences, Law and Politics
- photography and filming will be taking place throughout Graduation events
- there are no childcare facilities at the Utilita Arena. Prams and pushchairs must be safely stored before entry
Live broadcasting
Guests without a ticket can watch the ceremony live via streaming on YouTube, Weibo, and at the Students' Union. Automatic English subtitles are available. These subtitles may include mistakes that will be corrected after the ceremony.
School reception events
Location: Graduation Gardens, Cathays Park Campus
Duration: One-hour access limit.
School reception events are your chance to celebrate and reminisce with fellow graduates, guests and staff.
Toast your achievements with a glass of prosecco, or soft drink whilst enjoying the bars, festival vibes and social media celebratory backdrops.
Dates and times
Your school reception may occur before or after your ceremony.
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Tuesday 15 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Geography and Planning Social Sciences | 15:30 | 12:45 |
Wednesday 16 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Law and Politics 1* Welsh | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| Journalism, Media, and Culture Music | 12:30 | 14:30 |
| Law and Politics 2* | 15:30 | 11:30 |
Thursday 17 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Business 1* History, Archaeology and Religion | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| English, Communication and Philosophy Modern Languages | 12:30 | 14:30 |
| Business 2* | 15:30 | 11:30 |
Biological and Life Sciences
Monday 14 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Sciences 1* | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| Medicine | 12:30 | 14:30 |
| Healthcare Sciences 2* Optometry and Vision Sciences | 15:30 | 11:30 |
Tuesday 15 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Psychology | 09:30 | 11.30 |
| Biosciences Dentistry | 12:30 | 14:30 |
Physical Sciences and Engineering
Friday 18 July
| School | Ceremony start time | School reception start time |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Informatics Mathematics | 09:30 | 11:30 |
| Earth and Environmental Sciences Engineering | 12:30 | 14:30 |
| Architecture Chemistry Physics and Astronomy | 15:30 | 12:45 |
Terms and conditions
You must ensure you are eligible to graduate before booking your tickets.
For guidance on what to do if you are unable to attend, want to request a refund or wish to make a complaint, please read our terms and conditions.
Photography and filming will be taking place throughout all Graduation events. When you enter our Graduation venues, security checks and searches will be conducted.
Contact us
Get in touch for further information on dates, times and locations.