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1.  Academic Dress

  (i) Academic Dress Academic dress shall be defined in three ways as follows:

(a) Academic undress: a black gown. (b) Academic dress: Undergraduate Licentiates and First Degrees Licentiates (Undergraduate Diplomas, Certificates and Foundation Degree): black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood where specified in (ii(a)) below  or  for the Licentiate in Dental Surgery* gown as specified in (iii) below; Bachelors: black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood; Masters: black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood;

Postgraduate, Research and Higher Doctorates Licentiates (Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates): black Master's gown with appropriate hood; Integrated Masters and Bachelors: black Master's gown with appropriate Master's hood; Masters: black Master's gown with appropriate hood; Doctors: black Master's gown with appropriate Doctor's hood; Integrated Doctors and Masters: black Master's gown with appropriate Doctor's hood.

(c) Full academic dress: Undergraduate Licentiates and First Degrees  # Licentiates (Undergraduate Diplomas, Certificates and Foundation Degree): black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood where specified in (ii(a)) below and cap  or  for the Licentiate in Dental Surgery* gown as specified in (iii) below and cap; Bachelors: black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood and cap; Masters: black Bachelor's gown with appropriate hood and cap.

Postgraduate, Research and Higher Doctorates Licentiates (Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates): black Master's gown with appropriate hood and cap; Integrated Masters and Bachelors: black Master's gown with appropriate Master's hood and cap Masters: black Master's gown with appropriate hood and cap; Doctors: appropriate Doctor's gown, hood and cap; Integrated Doctors and Masters: appropriate Doctor's gown, hood and cap.

  (ii) Hoods All hoods shall be of simple shape (without cape) and a turned black cuff on the cowel portion, except for Masters of Philosophy and Doctors which are of the full shape, and all hoods shall be lined. The colours of scarves and hoods appropriate to licentiates and to graduates of the University shall be as follows:

(a)  Licentiates $: Advanced Diploma:  maroon lined with middle green with a one-inch band of light green laid in the centre of the cuff; Certificate of Higher Education:  maroon lined with light green; Diploma in Higher Education:  maroon lined with middle green; Foundation Degree:  maroon lined with middle green with a one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Graduate Diploma  or  Graduate Certificate  or  Professional Graduate Certificate:  maroon lined with dark green; Graduate Certificate:  see Graduate Diploma Postgraduate Certificate:  maroon lined with light green with a one-inch band of white silk laid in the centre of the cuff; Postgraduate Diploma:  maroon lined with middle green with a one-inch band of white silk laid in the centre of the cuff; Professional Graduate Certificate:  see Graduate Diploma .

(b)  Graduates: Bachelor of Arts:  dark green lined with dark green; Bachelor of Arts (Collegiate)*:  dark green with a one-inch band of mid-green laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Broadcasting*:  light green with a one-inch band of middle green laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Commerce*:  light green lined with dark green; Bachelor of Dental Surgery:  dark green lined with middle green; Bachelor of Design:  middle green lined with light green; Bachelor of Divinity*:  dark green with white lining and band and with one inch of scarlet laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Education*:  dark green with a one-inch band of light green laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Engineering:  middle green lined with dark green; Bachelor of Health Science:  middle green lined with middle green with a one-inch band of light green laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Laws:  light green lined with light green; Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelors of Surgery:  dark green lined with light green; Bachelor of Music:  dark green lined with dark green with a one inch band of white watered silk laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Performing Arts*:  light green edged with a one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Bachelor of Science:  middle green lined with middle green; Bachelor of Science (Collegiate)*:  middle green lined with middle green with a one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Engineering or the Master of Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering or the Master of Engineering and Bachelor of Science:  middle green lined with dark green with a one-inch band of middle green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Chemistry, of Geography, of Geophysics, of Mathematics, of Physics, of Natural Sciences, of Environment, of Geosciences, of Design and of Informatics or the Master of Chemistry and Bachelor of Science, Master of Geography and Bachelor of Science, Master of Geophysics and Bachelor of Sciences, Master of Mathematics and Bachelor of Science, Master of Physics and Bachelor of Science, Master of Natural Sciences and Bachelor of Science, Master of Environment and Bachelor of Arts, Master of Environment and Bachelor of Science, Master of Geosciences and Bachelor of Science, Master of Design and Bachelor of Design, Master of Geology and Bachelor of Science, Master of Informatics and Bachelor of Science, Master of Biology and Bachelor of Science, Master of Psychology and Bachelor of Science, Master of Design and Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts and Bachelor or Arts, Master of Science and Bachelor of Science:  middle green edged with one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Arts or Master of Arts by research or Master of Business Studies or Master of Fine Art or Master of Teaching and Learning:  dark green lined with white; Master of Arts by research:   see Master of Arts ; Master of Business Administration:  light green lined with white with a one inch of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Business Studies:   see Master of Arts ; Master of Child Forensic Studies:   see   Master of Medical Science ; Master of Clinical Dentistry:   see Master of Dental Science; Master of Commerce*:  light green lined with white with a one-inch band of dark green laid on the white silk; Master of Dental Science:  dark green lined with white with a one inch of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Dental Surgery:  dark green lined with white with a one-inch band of middle green on top edge of the cuff and a middle green neck band; Master and Bachelor of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Science:   see Master of Dental Surgery ; Master of Education or Master of Education by research:  dark green lined with white with a one-inch band of middle green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Education by research:   see Master of Education ; Master of Fine Art:   see   Masters of Arts ; Master of Health Science or Master of Midwifery:  middle green lined with white with a one-inch band of light green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Laws:  light green lined with white; Master of Medical Science or Master of Child Forensic Studies:  dark green lined with white with a one-inch band of light green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Midwifery:   see Masters of Health Science ; Master of Music:  dark green lined with white with a one-inch band of white watered silk laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Philosophy:  black stuff or silk lined with middle green and with narrow binding of scarlet to the top edge of the hood Master of Psychoanalytic Observational Studies or Master of Psychotherapy:  dark green lined with light green with a one-inch band of white silk laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Psychotherapy:   see Master of Psychoanalytic Observational Studies ; Master of Public Administration:  see Master of Business Administration; Master of Public Health:  dark green lined with light green with a one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Science or Master of Science by research or Master of Research (Science Faculty):  middle green lined with white; Master of Science by research:   see Master of Science ; Master of Science (Engineering) or Master of Science (Engineering) by research or Master of Research (Engineering Faculty):  middle green lined with white and with a one-inch band of dark green laid in the centre of the cuff; Master of Science (Engineering) by research:   see Master of Science (Engineering) ; Master of Research (Arts Faculty) :  see Master of Arts Master of Research (Science Faculty):  see Master of Science ; Master of Research (Engineering Faculty):  see Master of Science (Engineering) ; Master of Surgery*:  dark green lined with white with a one-inch band of light green on the top edge of the cuff and a green neck band; Master of Teaching and Learning:   see Master of Arts ; Professional Doctorates (other than Doctors of Clinical Psychology or of Education);  green lined with white with narrow bindings of scarlet on all edges; Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Dental Science:  green lined with middle green with narrow bindings of dark green on all edges; Doctor of Education:  green lined with middle green with narrow bindings of white on all edges; Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy and Master:  green lined with middle green with narrow bindings of scarlet on all edges; Doctor of Philosophy with Master:   see Doctor of Philosophy ; Doctor of Dental Science:   see Doctor of Clincial Psychology ; Doctor of Divinity:  scarlet lined with dark green and with wide white bindings on all edges; Doctor of Letters:  scarlet lined with dark green; Doctor of Laws:  scarlet lined with light green; Doctor of Medicine:   see Doctor of Clinical Psychology ; Doctor of Music:  scarlet lined with dark green and having a one-inch band of white watered silk laid on the green one-inch from top edge; Doctor of Science:  scarlet lined with middle green; Doctor of Science (Engineering)**:  scarlet lined with middle green with with wide bindings of dark green to all edges.

(iii) Gowns The colours of gowns appropriate to licentiates and to graduates of the University shall be as follows:

Bachelor, and Master and Licentiate in all faculties:  black; Professional Doctorates and Doctors of Clinical Psychology, of Education or of Philosophy:  green with sleeve linings of green and facings of green bound with scarlet; Doctor of Divinity:  scarlet with sleeve linings of dark green and facings of white; Doctor of Letters:  scarlet with facings and sleeve linings of dark green; Doctor of Music:  scarlet with sleeve linings and facings of dark green with a one-inch band of white watered silk laid on the green on the outside edge; Doctor of Philosophy or Professorial Doctorate and Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Dental Science, Doctor of Education or Doctor of Philosopy and Master:  green with sleeve linings of middle green and facings of middle green trimmed with scarlet; Doctor of Science:  scarlet with facings and sleeve linings of middle green; Doctor of Science (Engineering) **:  scarlet with facings and sleeve linings of middle green with dark green on outside edge; Licentiates in Dental Surgery*:  black with facings and yoke of middle green with sleeves of elbow length bordered with green outside and white inside (no hood is worn); Undergraduates of the University may wear black gowns.

  (iv) Caps The caps of Licentiates, Bachelors and Masters [both men and women] shall be of the usual hard square mortarboard pattern. The caps of Doctors shall be of black velvet of the usual Tudor bonnet pattern with a gold cord and gold tassels.

  (v) Robemakers The robemakers to the University by appointment shall be Messrs Ede and Ravenscroft of 93 and 94 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1DU. Representatives attend at Congregations of the University in order to robe persons who are to be presented for degrees.

# = Those being awarded diplomas, first degrees and masters degrees at the University's degree ceremonies wear academic dress: they do not, through long established University custom and practice, wear the cap (mortarboard) prescribed as part of full academic dress. Caps are available for photographic purposes from the University Robemakers, who are in attendance at all ceremonies. $ = The scarves prescribed for licentiates before 2006 may continue to be worn under the provisions of the 2004-05 General Regulations * = not currently awarded ** = Before 2000 the Doctor of Science (Engineering) [DSc(Eng)} was awarded under the title of Doctor of Engineering [DEng].

2. The arms of the University The arms of the University shall be ‘Vert an open book proper edged and clasped gold inscribed with the words  Et augebitur scientia  between in chief three mullets argent and in base a rose of the last seeded proper. The crest shall be on a wreath of the colours a Greek sphinx sejant gules.'

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As a member of academic staff, you are invited to attend your school's graduation ceremonies.

This involves wearing the relevant academic dress, being a part of the procession into the Great Hall and sitting on stage during the ceremony. 

You can see the schedule for the July 2023 graduations here 

Before graduation

If you have ordered before you can order your gown directly from Ede and Ravenscroft .  You will automatically receive an email from them with instructions.

New staff can email the graduation team  to request an account and will receive instructions by email. Staff do not have to pay to hire the gown to wear as academic staff processing at graduation as staff.  

The deadline to order academic dress for graduation is the 26 June.

If you miss the deadline to order a gown you can borrow a plain black Leeds University gown from Ede and Ravenscroft on the day please email us for details.  

Ede and Ravenscroft will make every effort to supply the correct academic dress for overseas degrees. However, this is not always possible and they may have to provide substitute academic dress.

You can collect your gown from 8am in UG09 in the Great Hall. 

For the ceremony , please report to UG09 in the Great Hall at least 20 minutes before the ceremony start time. Before you enter the hall you will be instructed to line up for the procession.

When you're in the Great Hall, you will be led up on to the stage and seated for the duration of the ceremony (usually 45 minutes). When the ceremony is declared closed, you will be led out of the Great Hall as part of the recession.

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Gown Details: -Fabric: 100% plain woven polyester -Satin open sleeve -With front satin trim -Fluting across the shoulder and back -Different sizes are available -Darted and Reinforced Shoulder Yoke Gown Measurements: -Front trim width: 4" -Piping Width: 0.2" Custom Option: -More Colours for gown fabric -More colours for pleats -Embroidery emblem is available -4 weeks for delivery -Expedited service is available About our Special Doctoral Gown: The custom special doctoral gown features high quality fabric with the finest workmanship. The doctoral regalia features high quality polyester gabardine fabric, full fluting back, open sleeve, satin pleats. Colours of gown and trim can be customized. Piping and embroidery emblem are also available.

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Doctoral graduation gown.

Your PhD graduation ceremony will be a proud and prestigious occasion, and a quality Doctorate graduation cap and gown will ensure you look the part for the big event. We understand how significant your Doctorate graduation is, even if you’re celebrating at home , so we overlook no detail.

Ordering Your Doctorate Graduation Cap and Gown

When it comes to PhD regalia, there is a range of different gowns and accessories to choose from.

At Marston Robing, we offer Doctoral gowns, hoods and bonnets in three styles – PhD, QMUL, and London PhD. Our gown sizes are designed to fit individuals from 5’0 to 7’0 ft tall. To find your doctoral graduation gown size please take a look at our gown size chart .

You can also order a Tudor Bonnet from us, a traditional Doctoral graduation hat. The Tudor Bonnet is soft, comfortable and features an adjustable inner headband. You can choose from a velvet or cloth fabric in black, red or royal blue.

If you are ordering a Doctoral hat, we recommend looking over our graduation hat guide before purchase.

As with all of our graduation gowns , customisation is an option. If you can’t find a Doctorate graduation cap or gown in a colour you’d like, please get in touch with our team and we can discuss your options.

Bespoke Orders: For bespoke orders, please get in touch or give us a call on 01264 339706 . Our team are more than happy to discuss your requirements with you and help you to complete your order.  

If you have any more queries, please head to our FAQ page or get in touch with our team. 

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Overview of academic dress.

The origins of today’s academic dress including the robe, hood and classical cap trace back to the first universities in medieval times. Students wore long, sober clothing reflecting their status in society and identifying them as scholars.Whilst fashions changed, the sense of purpose and propriety evoked by formal academic dress along with practicalities of marking students out in a crowd ensured that the traditional garments were kept.

Many Oxbridge colleges, schools and some ecclesiastical services still use the gown and hood, however it is more commonly seen at degree ceremonies.

“Ede & Ravenscroft continues to supply academic dress to institutions around the world combining an attention to historical detail with a modern touch.”

Please book your graduation outfit at least 21 days before your Ceremony.

PLACING YOUR ORDER

Q. I'm not sure what degree I am on. A. Unfortunately, we are unable to tell you what you have been studying for, please ask your course tutor or the university or college registry.

Q. How can I confirm that my order has been placed? A. You can see if your order has been placed by accessing the Review / Amend order screen which can be entered from the home page drop down menu.

Q. I am unable to print my confirmation e-mail - can I collect my gown without it? A. It is not imperative that you have the printed copy, but take a note of the number - which can be found on the Review / Amend order screen, as it does speed things up at the ceremony, in any event, our representatives will have detailed lists on the day of your ceremony.

Q. What forms of payment do you accept? A. Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard  Debit cards: Visa Debit, Maestro and Electron

Q. Can I go into my nearest shop to place my order in person? A.  In order for us to process the orders efficiently, orders should be placed via the website or the Call Centre.

Q. Can I go into my nearest shop to have my measurements taken for my outfit? A.  Sorry we do not provide this service in our shops.

“We will help you put your graduation outfit on, and ensure that you are wearing it correctly.”

ABOUT YOUR GRADUATION OUTFIT

Q. What does 'Height' mean? A. Your height means the measurement from the top of your head to the ground. This can be in metres or feet and inches.

Q. What does full outfit mean? A. Full outfit means all the required items for the award that you are receiving and is usually a gown, hood and hat although this varies according to the institution.

Q. How will I know how to wear the outfit? A. We will help you put it on and ensure you are wearing it correctly.  

WHEN TO PLACE YOUR ORDER

Q. How much notice is required before I book my graduation outfit? A. Please book early to be sure of your order as we cannot always guarantee an order if you leave your booking later than 21 days before your Ceremony (being the date agreed for the Hire outfit to be available). Please check the website to see if the ceremony date option is still available or contact the Call Centre to establish if it is still open to book.

Q. What can I do if I am too late to order my outfit on-line? A. You may be able to place a late order. Go to the enquiry desk in the robing area early on the day of your ceremony and our staff will do their best to help you. We are usually only able to accept cash or cheques at the ceremony. Please note we cannot guarantee we will be able to provide robes for late orders.

DELIVERY, COLLECTION AND RETURNS

Q. When will my purchased outfit arrive? A. This will depend on the type of outfit you have ordered. The dispatch time will be stated on your shopping basket when placing your order on the internet. Please make a note of this.

Q. Where do I collect my outfit from? A. Your university or college has set aside a special area for you to collect your outfit and put it on. Details are normally given to you in your handout regarding ceremony arrangements. Please confirm with your registry.

Q. Will I receive my purchased accessories with my hire outfit? A. Hire orders will be delivered direct to your graduation ceremony. All purchased orders will be delivered to your specified delivery address (not your institution).

Q. When can I collect my outfit? A. Details will have been given to you by your university or college, however as a general rule Ede and Ravenscroft will normally be available to robe you at least two hours before the ceremony.

Q. What does Extra Time mean? A. The normal hire fee is usually for the ceremony day (or evening if it is just an evening ceremony). This enables you to wear the outfit for your graduation ceremony and have private and official photos taken if you want. If you opt for Extra 7 days hire you can take the robes away from where you had your graduation ceremony and keep them for one week, returning them to us in the postage paid bag provided. Instructions regarding the use of this bag are listed inside the bag. You must obtain proof of posting. You are not allowed to take your outfit out of the United Kingdom.

Q. Can I return my outfit to my nearest Ede & Ravenscroft shop? A.  Please return all postal items as requested to the address as stated in the back of your gown.

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You'll need check you're eligible, book your tickets, gown and photography in advance of your graduation day.

We're keen to make the day a special one. Find out what to expect on the day and what you need to do beforehand to ensure that you have happy memories of your graduation for years to come.

Graduation tickets

Your graduation is a special day. During the registration process you can request up to two guest tickets for family or friends to be in the ceremony with you.

Ordering your gown

To make sure you look the part on your graduation day, order your academic dress in plenty of time and pick it up on the day of your ceremony.

International family and friends visits

Many international students invite family and friends to attend graduation or to visit the UK for holidays.

Booking accommodation

A number of hotels in Leeds offer special discounts to graduating students and guests that require accommodation.

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If you want a special souvenir to remember your day by, mementos including photography and University branded products are available to buy.

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For students and guests attending graduation on campus, we have options for Blue Badge parking and information about accessibility of our venues.

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dress TO IMPRESS

Our guide to your academic dress and some tips for what to wear for your graduation ceremony.

Academic dress

The robes that are worn by graduates have changed very little since the medieval period. They include caps, gowns and colourful hoods which denote the type of award that you have achieved.

We've put together this handy guide to which gown you'll wear at your graduation ceremony.

Remember graduation is a formal and celebratory occasion, please dress appropriately and smartly. Comfortable shoes are advised as you will be doing a lot of walking. 

Undergraduate gowns

BTEC /EDEXCEL HND/HNC

Gown: Plain black three quarter length robe worn open at the front.

Hood: Simple shape, scarlet outer fully lined blue.

Foundation degree

Hood: Simple shape, gold outer tipped and edged blue.

Diploma/Certificate or DipHE/CertHE

Hood: Simple shape, gold outer part lined blue.

Bachelor degree

Hood: Simple shape, gold outer fully lined and edged blue.

Postgraduate gowns

Postgraduate

Hood: Simple shape, purple outer fully lined green.

Master (including MOst)

Gown: Plain black three quarter length robe with long rectangular sleeves worn open at the front.

Hood: Full shape, purple outer fully lined green.

Master of Philosophy

Hood: Full shape, purple outer fully lined green, edged gold.

Doctorate gowns

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Gown: Claret three quarter length robe with blue facings at the front. Sleeves lined gold. Blue yoke with gold.

Hood: Full shape, gold outer fully lined and edged blue.

Doctor of Education / Engineering (EdD/DEng)

Gown: Claret three quarter length robe with blue facings at the front. Sleeves lined gold. Gold yoke.

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