Graduation is a formal celebration of your academic achievement here at the Royal Agricultural University and every effort is made to ensure that your graduation day is an event you will never forget.
Graduation 2026
This year's Graduation Ceremony will take place on:
- Thursday 17 September 2026
Students should visit the Ede and Ravenscroft website where you can book your own free ticket and three guest tickets, as well as booking your gown, hat, and photography. Don't miss out - online booking closes at 5:00pm on Friday 4 September 2026.
Please note that hiring a gown is mandatory and graduands will not be admitted to the graduation ceremony without the correct academic dress.
You do not need to know your results to book your place, so please allow plenty of time to secure and confirm your booking.
If you would like to stay on campus for your graduation there are a number of bedrooms available at a special price:
- Single en-suite bedroom per night: £64.00
- Twin en-suite bedroom per night: £90.00
- Double en-suite bedroom per night: £105.00
To book a room please call 01285 652530 or email shortstay@rau.ac.uk.
For any other graduation queries please contact us at graduation@rau.ac.uk.
Terms and Conditions of Graduation 2026
A transcript of the 2025 Graduates' interviews can be found here.
