Winter Graduations: Festive celebrations for our Class of 2024
09 Dec 2024
We are delighted to welcome students, their friends, families, and supporters to campus for the start of our 2024 Winter Graduation ceremonies.
Graduation marks a key milestone in our students’ Manchester journey and provides an opportunity to reflect on their achievements and the resilience they’ve shown during their time with us. Winter Graduation offers a special moment for those completing their studies later in the year or who couldn’t attend Summer ceremonies, ensuring every graduate has their chance to celebrate this important occasion.
The ceremonies take place at Whitworth Hall from Monday, 9 December, to Friday, 19 December 2024. For a detailed schedule, visit our Graduation programme website.
Professor April McMahon, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students at the University of Manchester says: "Graduation is a wonderful celebration, when we welcome our graduates into our alumni community. It couldn't happen without the dedication of so many staff members who make sure the ceremonies run smoothly and support everyone attending. A huge thank you for your efforts, and let the celebrations begin!".
Winter Graduation has its own unique atmosphere, as graduates and their loved ones gather against the backdrop of the festive season. Whitworth Hall is adorned with seasonal decorations, adding an extra touch of magic to the celebrations.
We’re excited to celebrate the Class of 2024, many of whom have overcome unique challenges to reach this milestone. Their perseverance and dedication deserve recognition, and Winter Graduation is the perfect time to honour these achievements.
Winter Graduation reminds us that every end is also a beginning, and we’re proud to send our graduates into the world with the skills and confidence to succeed.
Get involved
You can watch a livestream of all Winter Graduation ceremonies on our website. The schedule will help you find the ones you’d like to watch.
Did you graduate at the University of Manchester? We’d love to hear from you! Send us your photos and share memories of your own graduation day. Whether it was in winter or summer, let’s celebrate the enduring joy of this achievement.
Follow the celebrations on social media for ceremony highlights, festive photos, and special moments throughout the week - X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok.