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Congregation (Graduation)

In a Congregation ceremony, degrees are formally conferred upon candidates. Congregation is a term that means gathering together.

Honorary Award Orations

Honorary awards are nominated by members of University staff and approved by Senate. These are conferred at our Winter and Summer Congregation ceremonies.
Winter congregation 6.1.23

Honorary Degrees 1949 - 2023

Discover recipients of Honorary Degrees and Awards made by the University between 1949 and 2023.
Matriculation Robes in Durham Cathedral's Chapter House