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Graduation

Graduation

The triumphs and the challenges, the new ideas and life-changing experiences, the friends we've made for life... it all comes together for a huge celebration of success at our Graduation ceremonies.

Students throwing mortarboards at graduation

Graduation is an unforgettable day dedicated to you and your achievements.

It's a time to look back on the successes, friendships, challenges and experiences that make up your degree and be proud of how far you have come.

Graduation ceremonies take place once a year for each campus. The table below shows the schedule and eligibility guidelines for York St John University graduates. Full details of dates and timings will be confirmed when you receive an invitation to your graduation.

Please note that dates published on this web page are subject to change.

Campus ceremony Scheduled date to take place Programmes with completion dates eligible to attend
London Campus March 2025 All London Campus programmes ending September 2024
York Campus November 2025 All York Campus programmes ending August 2024 to July 2025
London Campus March 2026 All London Campus programmes ending October 2024 to September 2025
York Campus November 2026 All York Campus programmes ending August 2025 to July 2026
London Campus March 2027 All London Campus programmes ending October 2025 to September 2026

Explore the links below to find information about your graduation ceremony, our students, and honorary graduates.

Graduation information

Excited students after their Graduation ceremony.

York Graduations

Everything you need to know about graduation, for students at our York campus.

Two students smiling at their graduation ceremony.

London Graduations

Information about graduations for students at our London campus.

Student shaking hands with Vice-Chancellor during degree ceremony

Graduate success stories

Get to know the stories of graduates who have gone the extra mile to achieve their degree.

Honorary graduates

Staff members processing down aisle of York Minster in academic gowns

Each year we confer honorary awards upon individuals in recognition of their outstanding achievement in their field, their contribution to the region or society or service to the University.

Honorary graduates