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Graduation

Welcome to Graduation 2025! It is a well-deserved celebration of your hard work and success. We look forward to meeting you and sharing your joy at the ceremony. Below is further information about the ceremony including some frequently asked questions.

Graduates outside Westminster Central Hall

Date

Graduation 2025 will be held on Wednesday 26 February 2025. There will be a morning and afternoon ceremony split based on MSc/Doctoral Degree programme, followed by a reception with light refreshments. Your invitation will confirm the ceremony timings for your programme. 

Venue

The ceremonies and receptions will be held at Central Hall Westminster.

If you or your guests have any access requirements or questions please contact the graduation team as soon as possible at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk.

If you have guests who cannot attend in person, the ceremonies will be broadcast live and a link will be shared in advance.

Programme

AM Ceremony

08.30: Registration opens
10.00: Registration closes
10.30: Ceremony
12.30: Reception

AM Ceremony Programme List

DrPH - Epidemiology & Population Health    

DrPH - Infectious & Tropical Diseases

MPhil/PhD - Epidemiology & Population Health

MPhil/PhD - Infectious & Tropical Diseases  

MSc Climate Change and Planetary Health   

MSc Clinical Trials (DL)          

MSc Demography & Health                 

MSc Epidemiology  

MSc Epidemiology (DL)         

MSc Global Mental Health   

MSc Health Data Science      

MSc Immunology of Infectious Diseases        

MSc Infectious Diseases (DL)              

MSc Medical Microbiology  

MSc Medical Parasitology    

MSc Medical Statistics           

MSc Nutrition for Global Health        

MSc One Health: Ecosystems, Humans & Animals     

MSc Public Health for Eye Care          

MSc Reproductive & Sexual Health Research               

MSc Sexual & Reproductive Health Policy & Programming

MSc Tropical Medicine & International Health            

MSc Veterinary Epidemiology            

Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Trials (DL)

Postgraduate Certificate Demography and Health (DL)            

Postgraduate Certificate Epidemiology (DL)

Postgraduate Certificate Infectious Diseases (DL)      

Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Trials (DL)      

Postgraduate Diploma Epidemiology (DL)     

Postgraduate Diploma Infectious Diseases (DL)

PM Ceremony

14.00: Registration opens
15.30: Registration closes
16.00: Ceremony
17.30: Reception

PM Ceremony Programme List

DrPH - Public Health & Policy

MPhil/PhD - Public Health & Policy 

MSc Control of Infectious Diseases 

MSc Global Health Policy (DL)

MSc Health Policy, Planning & Financing 

MSc Public Health

MSc Public Health (Environment and Health)

MSc Public Health (Health Economics)

MSc Public Health (Health Promotion)

MSc Public Health (Health Services Management)

MSc Public Health (Health Services Research)

MSc Public Health (DL)

MSc Public Health (Environment and Health) (DL)

MSc Public Health (Health Economics) (DL)

MSc Public Health (Health Promotion) (DL)

MSc Public Health (Health Services Management) (DL)

MSc Public Health for Development

Postgraduate Certificate Global Health Policy (DL)

Postgraduate Certificate Public Health (DL)

Postgraduate Diploma Global Health Policy (DL)

Postgraduate Diploma Public Health (DL)

Registration

Registration is now closed. Unfortunately, there are no spare guest tickets available. 

What to do next

Check timings

Please check your emails for additional information about your graduation ceremony. The email will contain detailed instructions and timings for the day, which will depend on whether you are attending the morning or afternoon ceremony.

We advise you arrive early to ensure you are able to get everything done in good time. We are unable to accept latecomers once the ceremony has begun.  Ushers will be able to direct you and answer questions.

Please check your junk/spam folder for this email. If you have not received this email please let us know at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk.

Get your e-tickets ready

E-tickets for you and your guests will be sent by our partner, Marston, approximately one week before the ceremony. Please check your junk/spam folder and let us know at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk if you haven’t received your ticket(s) by Friday 21 February.

Bring your e-ticket on the day (printed or on your phone) to check-in at the registration desk and collect a wristband for you and your guests. You will need a wristband to enter the ceremony room.

Please note, everyone attending the ceremony must have a ticket. Unfortunately, there will not be any extra tickets available on the day of the ceremony.

Plan your journey

The ceremony and celebration afterwards will take place at Central Hall Westminster Storey's Gate, London, SW1H 9NH. (View map)

The nearest mainline station is Victoria station. The nearest tube stations are Westminster (Jubilee, Circle and District line), St. James Park Station (Circle and District Lines) and Victoria Station (Victoria, Circle and District lines)

Central Hall Westminster is located within the Central London Congestion charge zone. Parking facilities are not available at Central Hall Westminster, however the nearest public car parks can be found at Abingdon Street, Horseferry Road and Rochester Row.

Central Hall Westminster can be easily accessed from all London airports. Heathrow, Gatwick, City, Stansted, and Luton airports all operate express shuttles and rail services that travel into central London, from where you can get to us directly or change to another mode of transport.

What to bring

Food and drink

Please do not bring any food or drinks inside the venue other than bottled water. Water bottles can be refilled at the venue. There will be refreshments available at the ceremony for graduands and guests. 

Bags

Please be aware that all bags will be searched by security upon entering Central Hall. Please avoid bringing large bags to the ceremony as there is limited space to store them. We recommend you only bring a small handbag and coat. 

Other information

Certificates

Your certificate will be posted to the address on your file by University of London (UoL) and are not presented at the graduation ceremonies. If your certificate has not arrived within 3-6 months of the award date please contact diploma.enquiries@lon.ac.uk.

If you wish to update your address or other personal details or need other help from UoL, please find the correct department on their help pages.

Brochure

All those eligible to graduate will have their name in the brochure, irrespective of whether you choose to attend the ceremony.

The graduation e-brochure is free and available to all graduands. A link to access the brochure will be sent via email in the week preceding the graduation ceremonies.

Livestream

If you have friends or family who are unable to attend the ceremony, they can watch the ceremony via the livestream link here:

Ceremony 1 - 10.30 GMT: https://youtube.com/live/XG7gSq7nmqc

Ceremony 2 - 16.00 GMT: https://youtube.com/live/40HZfVdNQCI 

Alumni

We would love for you to join our Alumni association, LSHTM Connect. You'll be able to connect with other graduates, build and expand your network, keep connected with the school, get involved in our mentoring programmes and more. Register for LSHTM Connect.

Merchandise

LSHTM merchandise that has been pre-ordered will be available to collect. There will also be limited stock available to purchase on the day. They can accept credit and debit cards only. You can also order via the online shop.

Filming and photography

Please note, filming and photography will be taking place at this ceremony. Your personal data will be used and processed in accordance with LSHTM's Privacy Notice for Events and the content may be used in the School’s marketing and teaching materials. You are entitled to object to the collection or processing of your personal data. Please contact the event team if you have a query.

Gown

If you wish to order a gown, please book this via the registration website in your invitation by Sunday 16 February, 23.59 (GMT).

You will need to show your e-ticket on the day to collect your gown.

Photography

There will be professional photography studios available. Please pre-order this service via the registration website by Sunday 23 February, 23.59 (GMT).

Your photographs will be uploaded to your Marston account within 5 working days of graduation. You will receive a link to view the photographs,  with further instructions for printing and delivery.

Please note that a non-refundable £15 studio session fee will be applicable if you have not pre-ordered a photography package.

Photographers will take a stage photograph of every graduate during the ceremony while walking across the stage. All presentation photographs will be available for you to view and order from the ‘Event Gallery’ section on Marston website within 5 working days of graduation.

Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page on Marston website for more information.

Contact

If you have any further questions, please email graduation@lshtm.ac.uk

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the ceremony be livestreamed?

Yes the ceremonies will be livestreamed for those not able to attend to watch virtually. 

Ceremony 1 - 10.30 GMT: https://youtube.com/live/XG7gSq7nmqc 

Ceremony 2 - 16.00 GMT: https://youtube.com/live/40HZfVdNQCI  

I cannot attend Graduation 2025. What are my options?

If you're unable to attend your ceremony and would like to defer to the next one in 2026, please email graduation@lshtm.ac.uk with your full name, student number and programme. Please note, the ceremonies will be broadcast live and a link will be shared in advance should you wish to watch virtually.

Can I bring young children to the ceremony?

The ceremony lasts up to two hours and is not suitable for very young children. Babies and children aged two years and under are permitted to sit on an adult’s lap, although this is not recommended. 

Children aged over two years will require a seat, and this will be included in the ticket allocation. 

A crèche facility for children between the ages of 8 months and 10 years old will be available free of charge for the duration of the ceremony at Central Hall Westminster. You must have booked this service when you registered your attendance, with spaces available on a first-come, first served basis.

Can I bring food and drink to the ceremony?

Attendees can bring bottles of water and can refill using the water coolers provided. No other food or drink items allowed. 

What should I wear for the ceremony?

The ceremony is a formal occasion, so please dress smartly. Most people will hire a traditional graduation gown and hat which you can do when you book your place, and wear smart clothes such as a suit or dress underneath the gown. The gown needs to be a UoL gown for the appropriate degree however you are absolutely welcome to choose to wear national dress and colours instead of a gown for the ceremony.

I can no longer attend the ceremony. Can I get a refund?

If you have registered to attend a ceremony but are now unable to do so please let us know at graduation@lshtm.ac.uk. This will ensure that the ceremony runs smoothly and all those who wish to attend are able to do so.

Refunds are handled by our partner, Marston. Marston terms and conditions state requests must be received in writing to them, at least ten working days before the event. Regretfully we cannot offer refunds after this time.

For Marston Events gown hire refund requests, they require 5 working days’ notice prior to the ceremony. Photography packages can be refunded within 30 days of the graduation but an admin fee will be deducted from your refund due.

Is there parking available at the venue?

There is no parking at Central Hall. We strongly advise using public transport or taxis to reach the venue. The nearest underground stations are St James' Palace and Westminster. We recommend using the Transport for London site to plan your journey and check for any delays.

How is my data used?

In order to prepare for the event, we need to process, store and share personal data. We collect data about your award, including your student ID number, name, contact email, qualification and award - this is so we can arrange the ceremony for the right people, and invite you to the right ceremony. We do not collect any other data for the graduation ceremony. We share name, student ID number and award details with our supplier Marston, who use this data to create booking forms so that you will be able to book the correct ceremony.

Our suppliers Marston collect data via the booking form, including any dietary or other requirements, and share this with us to ensure you receive the correct services at the event and we can make preparations for the smooth running of the event for all attendees.

Data is not shared with third parties. Read about how LSHTM uses and stores data for events. We do not retain the data beyond a reasonable time after the event.