Graduation
We love to celebrate our student’s success, so graduation is a big deal and one that the whole organisation gets involved in. We typically have three graduation ceremonies throughout the year, in Dunedin (March and December) and Auckland (October).
Dunedin graduations
Dunedin graduations take place at the Dunedin Town Hall. To graduate either in person or in absentia at one of the ceremonies listed below, you must register via the Student Hub - find more information here about registering to graduate.
Graduation ceremonies are so much fun. There are normally pre-grad celebrations that take place on campus, with your classmates and lecturers. Followed by the iconic street parade, down George Street in procession behind the town piping band. It’s a special moment and one your whānau can enjoy too. The street parade ends at the Town Hall, where you are invited onto stage to receive your certificate and formal recognition of your achievement.
To graduate, you must come in academic regalia, which you hire from us. Each qualification and school has its own hood and sash colour! We encourage our students to come to graduation as it is such a great opportunity to celebrate.
Upcoming graduation dates
| Date | Campus | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 17 October 2022 | CapableNZ | Check closer to date |
| 16 December 2022 | Dunedin and Central | Check closer to date |
| 16 December 2022 | Capable | Check closer to date |
Pregraduation dates
| Date | Campus | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 17 October 2022 | CapableNZ | Check closer to date |
| 16 December 2022 | Dunedin and Central | Check closer to date |
| 16 December 2022 | Capable | Check closer to date |
Auckland Graduations
If you’re an international student who studied at our Auckland International Campus (AIC), find out all you need to know about the next graduation ceremony here.
WINTEC Graduation
Students based in Hamilton, studying Occupational Therapy with Otago Polytechnic and WINTEC can graduate at the WINTEC Graduation Ceremony at Claudelands.
Register for the WINTEC graduation here
Graduation for Capable NZ students
Otago Polytechnic has two Dunedin graduation ceremonies every year. Schools/Colleges based at the Dunedin Campus are split between a March ceremony or a December ceremony.
If you are graduating through Capable NZ, you can choose to attend a graduation ceremony in either Dunedin or Auckland. Registrations will be opening soon via the Student Hub.
Contact us
If you’re not sure what to study and would like some guidance, we’re here to help. Feel free to chat to us directly about any questions you may have.
