Q1. Is it possible to have the schedule of ceremonies published earlier?

We will only be able to assign specific degrees to specific days when the graduation numbers are more confirmed. Usually, this will be some time in April at the earliest.

Q2. There are two dates and times for my Faculty’s Commencement ceremonies in the schedule of ceremonies. Can I choose which ceremony to attend?

No, you are required to attend the ceremony to which your degree has been allocated. Please check the schedule of ceremonies for the specific date and time of the ceremony that your degree has been allocated. The schedule of ceremonies by degrees will be available in the Commencement website some time in April.

Q1. What time must graduates arrive at the University Cultural Centre for the ceremony?

Seating time for graduates commences one hour prior to the official start time of each ceremony.

To ensure that the ceremony starts on time, all graduates must be seated inside the UCC Hall at 10.30am for the Main Ceremony (which will be held on Monday 8 July 2013 at 11.00am), and at 9.40am/2.40pm/7.40pm for the remaining morning/afternoon/evening ceremonies, respectively. The seat number for graduates is printed on the Graduate Attendance Card.

Q2. What should I wear on the day of ceremony?

The dress code for Commencement is smart/formal. The Academic Dress generally looks good against a white background (e.g. white shirt/blouse). Male graduates are advised to wear a long-sleeved shirt, tie, smart pants/trousers and dress shoes. Female graduates are advised to wear blouses, skirts, trousers, or formal dresses and court shoes.

Do not wear shorts, bermudas, denim jeans, flip flops, sandals and excessively high-heeled shoes.

Q3. What will the ceremonies be like?

The nature of the ceremonies every year is similar. You may view the ceremonies of the previous year here.

Q4. What should I do during the ceremony?

Click here for the information. You may click here for a high bandwidth version of the video on "What Graduates should do during the ceremony". A low bandwidth version is also available here.

Q1. I am a graduate with a disability and will be attending the Commencement ceremony. Can there be special arrangements made for my seating and presentation on stage?

The Registrar’s Office will contact graduates with special needs (based on the information available in the official records) who have indicated their attendance for the ceremony, by early July to make the necessary arrangements for the graduates’ attendance at the ceremony. If you have not been contacted by the Registrar’s Office by the start date of Commencement, please send an email to commencement@nus.edu.sg or call the Registrar’s Office at 65162301.

Q2. I have sustained an injury recently and will be in wheelchair on the day of my ceremony. Who can I approach for assistance?

Please send an email to commencement@nus.edu.sg to notify the Commencement Team of your condition, preferably one day before your ceremony or earlier.

Q1. Does NUS take photographs of the graduates on stage?

Yes, we have authorized photographers who will take photographs of the graduates as they are presented on stage. You may place your order with them at their booth which is located at the University Cultural Centre Foyer area.

Q2. Can I buy the ceremonies DVD from NUS?

We do not produce DVDs or VCDs of the ceremonies for sale. However, as we will be having a live webcast of each ceremony, you may download these thereafter at this website.

Q1. Can I request for a letter from the University stating that my parents/guests are invited to attend my Commencement ceremony for their visa applications to come to Singapore?

Yes, we can issue a letter stating that your parents/guests are invited to attend the Commencement ceremony. However, we are unable to do the actual visa application. If you need this letter, please send your request with the following information to commencement@nus.edu.sg:

Q2. Can the University assist to issue a letter stating that I will be attending the Commencement ceremony for my visa application to Singapore?

We can assist to issue a letter stating the date and time of the Commencement ceremony that you will be attending for the degree that you have been conferred. However, we are unable to do the actual visa application. If you need this letter, please send your request with the following information to commencement@nus.edu.sg:

For visa requirements and applications, please visit the Singapore Government website at http://www.ica.gov.sg.