Tapahtuma
Graduation ceremony
The registration link will be published in the student intranet and in the email sent by the student services office to students who have submitted a graduation notification. You can also register for the ceremony if you are about to graduate but have not yet submitted your graduation announcement or if it has not yet been processed by the time of the ceremony. In other words, you can attend the ceremony as long as your graduation falls within the academic term of that ceremony. Diplomas are not handed out at the graduation ceremony.
We organise several ceremonies because all graduates don´t fit into one event. Each graduate may invite maximun two guests. The ceremony can also be followed online on Laurea’s YouTube channel.
The upcoming ceremonies will be held on Thursday 4 June and Friday 5 June 2026. The ceremonies are organised by degree programmes. Registration closes on 31 May at 23:59.
Ceremony 1, Thursday 4 June.
Tradenomi, liiketalous, AMK (Finnish degree)
Tradenomi, tietojenkäsittely, AMK (Finnish degree)
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Management
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Information Technology
Ceremony 2, Thursday 4 June.
Sairaanhoitaja, AMK (Finnish degree)
Terveydenhoitaja, AMK (Finnish degree)
Bachelor of Health Care
Ceremony 3, Thursday 4 June.
All Master’s degree programmes.
Ceremony 4, Friday 5 June.
sosionomi, AMK (Finnish degree)
Bachelor of Social Services
Ceremony 5, Friday 5 June.
estenomi, AMK (Finnish degree)
fysioterapeutti, AMK (Finnish degree)
kuntoutuksen ohjaaja, AMK (Finnish degree)
restonomi, AMK (Finnish degree)
tradenomi, turvallisuus, AMK (Finnish degree)
Bachelor of Hospitality Management
Bachelor of Business Administration, Safety, Security, and Risk Management
Dress rehearsal & gowns
The dress rehearsal is compulsory for all graduating students attending the ceremony. During the dress rehearsal the event schedule is reviewed and the graduates who have arrived for the ceremony are put in alphabetical order.
Before the ceremony graduates will receive Laurea gowns and Laurea graduation caps. The gown is lent to the student for the ceremony and must be returned afterwards, but students may keep the graduation cap. Gowns and caps are free of charge for students. Please note that we do not post caps.
Arrival
Due to limited venue capacity, graduates’ guests (max. 2 per graduate) are asked to arrive no earlier than half an hour before the ceremony starts. Guests will be invited into the auditorium after the dress rehearsal ends, approximately 15 minutes before the ceremony begins.
The campus is located in Espoo with good transport connections at Vanha Maantie 9, 02650 Espoo. More information about arrival on Laurea’s website.
Frequently asked questions about the graduation ceremony
Who can register?
Graduating Laurea students can register for the graduation ceremony.
How can i register?
Registration is announced on the student intranet. Please read the graduation instructions on the intranet, which includes info about the registration. A news post with links to registration will also be published on the student inranet.
When can I register?
Registration opens on the student intranet approximately 2–3 months before the ceremony.
Where does the ceremony take place?
The ceremony takes place at Laurea’s Leppävaara campus in the Timo Auditorium. The address is Vanha maantie 9, Espoo.
Can I register even if my thesis has not yet been approved?
Yes. You can register even if you have not yet submitted your graduation application or if it has not been processed by the time of the ceremony. You may participate as long as your graduation falls within the same semester as the ceremony. Please note that diplomas are not awarded at the ceremony.
Can I register even if I have not submitted a graduation application?
Yes. You can register even if you have not yet submitted your graduation application or if it has not been processed by the time of the ceremony. You may participate as long as your graduation falls within the same semester as the ceremony. Diplomas are not awarded at the ceremony.
Are diplomas awarded at the ceremony?
No.
I cannot attend the ceremony now. Can I register for a later one?
We recommend registering for the ceremony that corresponds to your graduation semester. The spring ceremony is for students graduating between 1 January and 31 July. The autumn ceremony is for students graduating between 1 August and 31 December.
If you are unable to attend your designated ceremony, you may participate in the next semester’s ceremony according to your degree programme.
I think I registered, but I am not sure. What should I do?
A confirmation email is sent automatically after registration. Please check your inbox.
I graduated after the previous ceremony and no longer have access to my Laurea student email. How can I register?
Student Services send invitations to all students who have graduated after the previous ceremony. Invitations are sent to the personal email address provided by the student. The email contains a registration link. Please check your email.
I can no longer attend. How do I cancel my registration?
You can cancel your registration using the link included in the confirmation email.
Is there a fee for the ceremony? Is there a charge for the cap, gown, and photography?
No. The cap is yours to keep, and the gown is returned after the ceremony. Gowns are available in various sizes.
How many guests can I bring?
You may bring a maximum of two guests to the Timo Auditorium. The ceremony will be streamed to the nearby Tuomo Auditorium, where additional guests can join. All guests are welcome on campus and to join the non-alcoholic toast after the programme.
Why is the number of guests limited?
The capacity of the Timo Auditorium is limited.
Can I bring three guests if one is a small child?
Yes, if the child can sit on someone’s lap.
Can the ceremony be followed remotely?
Yes. All ceremonies are streamed live on Laurea’s YouTube channel, and recordings will also be available there.
Will I receive instructions before the ceremony?
Yes. All registered participants will receive an email after registration closes.
Is the venue accessible?
The venue is not fully accessible. The stage is accessible via a ramp on the left-hand side. A personal assistant is not counted as one of the two guests. Graduating students using a wheelchair will be seated at the front of the auditorium. For guests using a wheelchair, we recommend the upper-level platform, which is accessible by lift with staff assistance. Our staff are happy to help.
What happens at the ceremony and why do I need to arrive early?
Before the ceremony, graduates register and get their cap and gowns. Photography is available if desired. A mandatory rehearsal takes place before the ceremony, during which graduates are arranged alphabetically. Please arrive on time to ensure smooth organisation.
The ceremony includes speeches and music. Each graduate is called to the stage to shake hands with or bow to the President. At the end, hats are tossed in the air.
Can I bring my own photographer?
Yes, if there is space in the auditorium. There is more room for photography outside the Timo Auditorium.
How do I receive my photos?
The free photography service is available only before the dress rehearsal begins. After photography, you will receive a receipt containing your personal code, which you can use to download your photo. Please be sure not to lose the code.
I missed the photography session before the dress rehearsal. Can I take photos after the ceremony?
No. The photography service provided by Laurea is reserved for the next group of graduates. Photography is only available before your ceremony.
Can I take my own photos?
Yes. There are designated photo spots in the campus lobby where graduates can take photos with family, friends, or fellow graduates after the auditorium programme.
When is the dress rehearsal, and is it mandatory?
The dress rehearsal takes place right before each ceremony. It is mandatory, as graduates are organised alphabetically to be called to the stage.
Can I attend the dress rehearsal for another ceremony?
No.
I am graduating from programme X, but cannot attend its ceremony. Can I attend a different ceremony?
No. You may only attend the ceremony for your own degree programme. Graduates are called to the stage alphabetically by programme. If you cannot attend your ceremony, you may join the next semester’s ceremony for your programme.
What is the dress code?
There is no strict dress code. However, we recommend dressing in a smart manner, and graduates are typically dressed in a formal style.
Can I obtain a certificate or document of participation, for example, for a visa application?
No. We do not provide separate documents for participation.
Is the photography session provided by Laurea mandatory?
No.
Should the tassel on the graduation cap be worn on the left or right?
You may wear it on either side.
I cannot attend. Can you mail the graduation cap to me?
No, we do not send caps by post.
For more information
events@laurea.fi
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