FAQ
1. Who can participate in the Graduation Ceremony?
All students who have successfully completed their B.Sc., M.Sc., or doctoral degree and whose degree is fully recorded in TUNE are eligible to participate. No outstanding examination requirements may remain.
2. Do I need to have my diploma certificate already?
No. What matters is that all achievements are recorded and the degree is registered in the system. The physical diploma does not need to be present to participate.
3. How and when can I register?
Registration is done via an online form, which will be activated at the beginning of March for the June event and at the beginning of September for the November event.
4. How many accompanying guests may I bring?
Each graduate may register up to two accompanying guests. Additional guests cannot be accommodated for organizational reasons.
We have adjusted the schedule so that the official part of the event is expected to conclude by 7 p.m. at the latest, allowing guests to continue celebrating privately afterwards with an extended circle of family and friends, for example at a restaurant or another location.
5. I graduated several years ago. Can I still participate?
Participation is only possible under certain conditions. Please contact us directly at graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de.
6. Is there a dress code?
We recommend festive or elegant attire (e.g., suit, dress, blouse/pants, or traditional formal wear), but there is no official dress code.
7. When will I receive information about the proceedings?
The detailed schedule will be sent by email in due time after successful registration.
8. Will photos be taken?
Professional photos will be taken during the event. Information about publication and data protection will be provided on the day of the event and possibly beforehand via email.
9. Are children allowed?
Yes, children are allowed to attend. However, please note that a maximum of two accompanying guests can be registered. Children do not count as additional guests if they sit on the lap of their accompanying person during the event. For further questions, please contact us by email at graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de.
10. Can I change or cancel my registration later?
Changes (e.g., accompanying persons) or cancellations are possible until the registration deadline. Please contact: graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de
11. How can I ensure that I receive all information?
Please regularly check your TUHH email address as well as the alternative contact address provided in the registration form. All important information will be sent there. If you have any uncertainties, feel free to contact: graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de
12. I have not received an invitation. What can I do?
The official invitation is sent by post. Please make sure your current address is registered with TUHH. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by email at graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de
13. Can I continue to use my TUHH email after graduation?
Yes. As a graduate, you can continue to use your TUHH email address. We also warmly invite you to become part of our alumni network. There you can stay in touch with the university, former fellow students, and supporters, and benefit from alumni offers and events. The first year after graduation is free of charge. More information can be found here: https://www.tuhh.de/alumni/startseite
14. Can I apply for a visa invitation letter?
To proceed with your request, please send the following information by email to graduationceremony(at)tuhh(dot)de:
- Your current postal address
- Your matriculation number
- Your degree
- Your pronouns
- The passport numbers of the accompanying family members for whom invitation letters are required, along with their relationship to you
Please also specify whether you would like to receive the invitation letters by post or digitally. Once we have received this information, we will prepare the invitation letters accordingly.
