Graduation

Graduation

Student Life

Graduation

Your graduation ceremony marks the beginning of your next chapter after completing your studies, so it’s important to be well-prepared for the occasion.

 

Preparing to graduate

Eligible students, pending successful completion of all final semester units, will be contacted by the Administrative Assistant to confirm whether they plan to attend the graduation ceremony in person. Students attending will be required to purchase their mortarboard and hood or sash. Should a student be deemed ineligible to graduate following the release of Semester 2 results, they will be notified via email.

A formal graduation invitation will be sent to your email address six weeks prior to your ceremony. We do not send invitations by mail.

Upcoming graduation dates can be found in the Academic Calendar.

 

Graduation day

Graduation is the culmination of years of dedication, study, and accomplishment – a special moment to celebrate your success alongside family, friends, and fellow graduates.

All graduates are offered the following:

  • Seating for you and two guests* inside the George Cardinal Pell Grand Hall during the Mass and Ceremony
  • Light refreshments for you and your guests
  • Photography services and access to a digital photo gallery
  • A video recording of the Mass and Ceremony

* Additional guests are welcome to seating inside the lecture theatres where a livestream of the Mass and Ceremony will be available. Please note that live-streaming will not be available for guests situated off-site, however graduates are welcome to share the video recording of the Mass and Ceremony with friends and family after graduation day.

 

Please see below for additional ceremony information.

  • Parking will be available on campus or in surrounding streets if parking spaces are full.

  • Students must arrive on campus at 12.30pm.
  • Graduates should make their way to the cafe to register attendance and collect your Academic Dress and guest tickets.
  • Staff will be on hand to assist you in wearing your academic dress correctly and distribute a small gift from the college.

  • Guest seating is general seating, not allocated. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to secure their preferred seats and be mindful not to choose a reserved seat.
  • If you have any extra family and friends you wish to share in your gradation day, there will be a live stream of your graduation ceremony available onsite in the Perez de la Sala Lecture Theatre and the L1.05 Lecture Theatre.
  • Please note that live-streaming will not be available for guests situated off-site, however graduates are welcome to share the video recording of the Mass and Ceremony with friends and family after graduation day.

  • The dress code for graduates is semi-formal. Men are to wear trousers, a shirt, tie and jacket (optional). Ladies are to dress as per formal halls.
  • Please ensure that your academic gown is clean and pressed. Academic gowns can be dry-cleaned Seven Hills Laundry, 33-35 Boomerang Pl, Seven Hills (opposite the station) – Tel: 02 9622 9559.
  • Diplomands: Sashes are to be placed evenly around your neck.
  • Graduands: See below for is a photo of how to wear hoods. For men, the black loop can be attached to a shirt button underneath the tie.
  • As mortarboards have a close-fitting cap, it would be best for ladies to wear long hair loose or tied back in a low ponytail or bun.

How to Wear Academic Hood

  • You will need to be seated inside the George Cardinal Pell Grand Hall by 1.30pm.
  • Staff will show you to your allocated seats once you enter the hall.
  • You will be sitting with your fellow graduates, and your guests will have seating elsewhere in the hall. Ensure you give your guests their tickets before taking your seat.

  • Graduation Mass
  • Graduate briefing on stage directions and certificate presentation
  • Graduation Ceremony
    • Academic Procession
    • Conferral of Degrees
    • Presentation of College Medal
    • Chairman’s Address
    • Occasional Address
    • President’s Address
    • Valedictory Address on behalf of the Diplomates and Graduates
    • Blessing of the Diplomates & Graduates
    • Hymn of Thanksgiving - Te Deum laudamus
    • Closing and Departure

  • Please remain in your seats and await further instructions from staff.
  • Your will be directed to a specified location to take a group photo.
  • After the group photo, you are welcome to re-join your guests for light refreshments.
  • A 5pm booking for students and their guests will be made at The Winston Hotel for those of you wishing to continue the festivities. You will be required to pay for your own drinks and meals there. The venue is situated at 170 Caroline Chisholm Drive Winston Hills NSW 2153.

  • A professional photographer will take your photo as you are being presented with certificates by the Chairman of the Boards.
  • The photographer is also available to take additional photos with your guests and peers after the ceremony.
  • All graduates will be emailed a link to the online photo gallery after graduation day.
  • Campion College merchandise will be available for purchase on the day.

 

Graduation documents

Upon completing your studies, each graduate will receive a set of graduation documents. If you attend a graduation ceremony, these will be presented to you by the Chairman. If you are unable to attend, your documents will be available for collection or postage in the weeks following the ceremony.

Your graduation documents consist of:

Your testamur is a legal document confirming you have completed an award at Campion College and received a qualification. It will have your legal name, the date your award was officially conferred, the College seal, and the signatures of the Chairman and Dean of Studies.

Your transcript details your:

  • Name
  • Student number
  • The name of your award
  • The date it was awarded and officially conferred
  • Semesters and units of study
  • Grades

The Australian Higher Education Graduate Statement (AHEGS) is an Australian Government initiative designed “to make Australian qualifications recognised and renowned throughout the world”.

AHEGS describes your qualification in a clear and consistent way to potential employers and other higher education institutions, detailing:

  • Your award
  • Awarding institution
  • Your academic achievements
  • Description of the AHEGS

If at any time you require a replacement transcript or testamur, you will need to contact the collect to initiate the replacement process. Please see below for the relevant replacement forms. Please note that fees are charged for all replacements.

Academic Transcript Request Form

Application for Replacement Testamur