Graduations - University of Kent Jump to content Information Graduations Celebrate your success Your graduation ceremony Before the day Start here! Information about ceremony dates, how to register, hiring your gown and much more On the day Information about what you need to do when you arrive and during your ceremony Information for guests So someone you know is graduating from Kent! This section should provide the information you need so that you can enjoy their big day. Ceremony dates Check the upcoming graduation dates and times. Important dates for the July graduations Registration will open on Thursday 12 March. You must register even if you choose not to attend. Registration will close on Wednesday 13 May. Outstanding payments All outstanding payments must be cleared by Wednesday 10 June Visa letters If you or your guest need a visa letter to attend, you need to apply by Wednesday 20 May Legal name If you need to update your legal name, then the deadline is Friday 12 June Opt out If you would like your name to be taken out of the graduation programme, please let us know by Friday 5 June. Hire your gown Hire your gown by Friday 19 June Stay on campus Extend the celebrations and stay with us on our Canterbury campus. We have a selection of B&B and self-catered accommodation available for our graduates and their loved ones. Accommodation is available to book between Sunday 26 July until Saturday 1 August.  Bookings close on Thursday 16 July 2026. Book your accommodation Past and Present Honorary Graduates The University of Kent confers honorary degrees on distinguished individuals from many walks of life who have made a significant contribution to society. Ben Roddy - Doctor of Arts - July 2024 It was genuinely a day I'll remember for the rest of my life Further links FAQs Read through some of the frequently asked questions about graduations Get in touch with the Graduations team