Students who have failed one or more exams and are resitting exams during Summer 2026 will be ineligible to attend Graduation in August 2026. Students who have been asked to submit additional work to achieve their qualification will be ineligible to attend Graduation in August 2026. All students taking resits or submitting additional work WILL BE ELIGIBLE to attend Graduation in 2027 on successful achievement of all elements of their qualification.

Any higher education student who has outstanding tuition fees WILL NOT be eligible to attend the Graduation Ceremony unless the matter is resolved through the College's Finance Department. Payment of all outstanding fees MUST be paid by close of play on Friday 31 July 2026, otherwise the College will refund any Graduation ticket fees paid by the student, and they will be removed from participation in the Graduation Ceremony.

Should you have outstanding fees, you should pay them by contacting Campus Services on 0300 123 1223 to make a payment and inform the Finance Department also by emailing receivables@src.ac.uk. Should you have any queries on outstanding fees please contact the Receivables Department: E: receivables@src.ac.uk or T: 0300 123 1223.

The 2026 Graduation Ceremony will take place at the Armagh City Hotel, 2 Friary Rd, Armagh BT60 4FR on Friday 28 August 2026.

You can purchase one Graduand ticket and up to two guest tickets

Graduand Only ticket- £35

Graduand plus 1 Guest - £45

Graduand plus 2 Guests - £50

(Please note that this ticket price covers admittance, refreshments and academical dress)

If extra guest tickets become available, they will be on general sale from Wednesday 1st July 2026 (one extra guest ticket per Graduand only based on tickets still available).

The College will inform all those attending Graduation that additional guest tickets are available and clearly state the date and time these will go on sale. This information will be sent to student’s College email addresses only.

Please note that additional guest tickets are extremely limited and are not guaranteed.

Additional guest tickets will be issued on a first come, first served basis. They will cost £10 each.

Yes, when booking your tickets on Eventbrite please provide the name of your guest(s) attending. Should any of your guest names change prior to the event for any reason, there is no need to inform us. Please advise us about any access arrangements or dietary requirements for you or your guests. This includes the need for a BSL interpreter, if you or any of your party are wheelchair users, require an assistance dog or have a temporary disability. If you have not provided us with this information when registering and purchasing your tickets, please contact us asap via marketing@src.ac.uk.

If you have booked and paid to attend the ceremony you must let us know by Friday 31st July 2026 if you can no longer attend. Strictly no refunds can be issued after this date.

Unfortunately not.

Graduation is a significant logistical undertaking and due to the significant level of planning and organising, including meeting operational and print deadlines, it is not therefore possible to accept late registrations.

You must check and confirm your personal information on the Student Dashboard – Application Portal You can update your address, phone number and personal email address here.

We will use your full name, exactly as it is in on the Application Portal throughout the Graduation Ceremony and in the Graduation booklet. If your name has changed for any reason or if it has been entered incorrectly you will need to contact our admissions staff admissions@src.ac.uk or tel 0300 123 1223. Please also ensure your home address is accurate in case we need to send your official certificate via mail. 

Please also check on this portal that your SRC email address and personal email address are correct as we will communicate with you via these methods.

Yes. Included in your attendance at your Graduation ceremony is a souvenir booklet which will have your name and award printed in it. You will also find a small graduation gift on your seat.

Your name will appear on your certificate as reflected on the Student Dashboard – Application Portal. Some awarding bodies include student middle names.

If you think your name could be mispronounced at the ceremony, you have the option to complete a name pronunciation form when you register your attendance. Alternatively, if you have concerns regarding any part of your name, please email marketing@src.ac.uk and the team will be happy to assist you.

Upon successful payment of your graduation ticket(s), you will receive your ceremony ticket for you and your guest(s) electronically. It is essential that you PRINT your ticket and also PRINT a copy for EACH of your guest(s).

Graduands will need their printed ticket to collect their academical dress distributed at the hotel. Guests will need their printed ticket to gain admittance to the ceremony room.

Please note that your ticket will have a unique reference number which will be checked to gain entry. Please be aware that all SRC Learning Resource Centres/Libraries provide printing facilities which you can avail of.

Graduation is a formal ceremony and is not suitable for children under the age of 5. Any children aged 5 or over attending Graduation will require a ticket to gain entrance to the ceremony.

No. Your non-purchase of tickets will alert us that you do not plan to attend. Your official certificate will be posted to you in due course by the SRC Exams Team.

Academical dress consists of a gown, a hood and a mortarboard. The different styles of gown indicate the levels of award. Similarly, the different colours and bindings on hoods indicate the different types of awards being conferred.

Students attending graduation are known as Graduands and are required to wear full academical dress comprising of a gown, mortarboard and hood. It is advisable that Graduands bring a personal supply of pins to ensure that their hood is fixed to their gown appropriately.

As most Graduands will not have worn academical dress before, the following guidance is offered. It is best not to wear silky material immediately under the gown as it will tend to slip off the shoulders. It is also advisable to pin or button your hood to a shirt/blouse or jacket.

While the College does not prescribe what style of clothes should be worn under the gown, graduation is a formal, ceremonial occasion which marks an important achievement and stage in a student’s life. Graduands should, therefore dress appropriately. Jeans, t-shirts, trainers and other casual items of clothing would not be advised as appropriate.

Please note we recommend that all graduands wear securely fitted shoes with a suitable heel height. Graduands are required to walk up and down ramps and/or steps to the stage to receive their award.

As we prepare for this special occasion, we want to ensure that the event runs smoothly and is a memorable experience for everyone.

In order to maintain a respectful, inclusive and celebratory atmosphere for all attendees, we would like to remind you of the following guidelines for the ceremony:

1. Respectful Atmosphere: The Graduation Ceremony is a celebration of your hard work and achievements. We ask that all graduates and guests remain respectful throughout the event. Please be mindful of the tone and atmosphere we wish to create for you, your peers, and all guests.
2. Ceremony Protocol: The event will run as per a set order of proceedings. We ask all participants to adhere to this schedule. This will ensure a smooth and timely ceremony for everyone.
3. Security: Please note that there will be event staff on hand to ensure safety and order at Graduation. If any disruptions occur, appropriate measures will be taken to address the situation swiftly. This may include attendees being removed from the ceremony room or the hotel.

Please be reminded that political flags, banners, or any disruptive symbols are not permitted during the ceremony, as we aim to ensure a respectful and focused celebration for all graduates.

While you may wish to enjoy some drinks while at the hotel, please note that NO alcohol or outside drinks are allowed in the ceremony room. This rule is in place to maintain the dignity of the event and ensure a comfortable environment for all guests.

Gowns MUST be collected from the Armagh City Hotel on the morning of Graduation between 9.30am – 12.00pm sharp.  Please note that if you do not collect your gown before 12.00pm, you WILL NOT be able to graduate. Once you have registered staff will direct you to the robing room.

If you attend Graduation, you will be presented with a Southern Regional College (SRC) certificate of achievement from staff as you exit the platform following your conferment from the Chief Executive. On returning your gown, you will receive your ‘official’ certificate from the awarding body. You MUST return your gown to the area from which you collected it at the hotel by 4.30pm.

If you choose not to attend Graduation in person, your award is conferred “in absentia” and your certificate will be posted to you in due course from the SRC Examinations Office.

Graduates are required to return their academical dress to the Gown Collection area before 4.30pm on graduation day. Graduates will be required to sign-in items upon their return. Failure to return items will result in a fee being charged. No academical dress items should be removed from the hotel.