Graduation

Congratulations! Find out about your graduation ceremony and get how to get your official records.

Congratulations! Find out about your graduation ceremony and get how to get your official records.

Congratulations on completing your studies! You're about to achieve a major life milestone by graduating from Victoria University.

Most students don't need to apply to graduate – we'll advise you by email once you've completed your course requirements and are eligible.

You can then choose to attend a formal graduation ceremony, or collect your Testamur (award/certificate) at your convenience (see Awards and Testamurs Procedure).

Finishing your course

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Completing your studies

Everything you need to know about what happens when you complete your course.

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Academic records

Find out about all the documents you receive when you finish your course.

What your results mean

Find out the meaning of the VU results codes and grade sets that you receive in MyVU.

Graduation Ceremonies

Attending a graduation ceremony

Find out all you need to know about the formal Graduation event, an important part of recognising your academic progress.

You must wear the University’s academic dress at your graduation ceremony. Academic dress can be hired or purchased through REED Events. More info will be provided in your invitation.

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Program, history & formalities

Background to the formalities and awards, including Graduation Programs.

Beyond graduation

Alumni benefits

Stay connected with the alumni community and find out all the benefits of graduating from VU.

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Postgraduate study

Take your career to the next level with further study after your degree.

Students get support from VU careers advisor

Get expert advice and coaching to help you land a grad job.