Press release

University to celebrate student success at Winter Graduation

The achievements of more than 1000 graduates will be celebrated this week as the University of Dundee host its Winter Graduation ceremonies.

Published on 17 November 2025

Hundreds of students sitting together in a large hall for their graduation ceremony. There is a upper level for their families.

Caird Hall

Families and friends will fill Caird Hall to congratulate students over two days of events. 

The occasion will also feature the installation of the University’s new Rector, Maggie Chapman MSP, during the morning ceremony of Friday 21 November.

The Rector is elected to serve the students' interests, including at the University Court, the governing body of the institution. She formally took up the position on 1 August, replacing former Rector Keith Harris.

Professor Nigel Seaton, Interim Principal and Vice-Chancellor, said, “Graduation symbolises everything that is wonderful about the University of Dundee.

“It is always joyous to see the heart of the city alive with graduates and their families, who travel from around the world to share this special occasion. I look forward to joining everyone as we gather to mark the wonderful achievements of our learners.”

The dates and times of this week’s ceremonies are as follows:

Thursday 20 November at 10:00

  • School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law

Thursday 20 November at 14:30

  • School of Science and Engineering (including student services)
  • School of Business

Friday 21 November at 10:00

  • School of Health Sciences (Adult Nursing pre-registration awards only)
  • School of Art and Design

Friday 21 November at 14:30

  • School of Health Sciences (All other Awards)
  • School of Dentistry
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Life Sciences
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