2022 GRADUATION CEREMONY: What you need to know!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
ANSWERS |
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What date is the graduation ceremony holding? |
The graduation ceremony will be held on the 1st of October 2022. |
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Where will the ceremony be held? |
The graduation ceremony will be held at Booysens Hotel and conference centre. ADDRESS: Booysens Hotel & conference centre at, 33 Booysens Road & Fraser Street, Johannesburg 2001. |
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What time does the graduation ceremony start? |
The ceremony will commence from 10h00 till 13h00 (No African time!) |
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Are guests allowed? |
All graduands will have the opportunity of inviting two guests, additional guests will be allowed but at a cost of R250 per guest. |
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How much is the graduation fee? |
R2 750. An additional amount of R500 as security in respect of the graduation gown will be payable. The R500 will be refunded on returning the graduation gown. |
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When will the graduation gown be collected? |
The gowns will be collected two days before the actual ceremony. |
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Will the college provide transportation to the venue? |
Yes. Those who will not be travelling in their own cars can come down to the College from where they will be shuttled down to the venue . |
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What time will the transportation depart from the college to the ceremony venue? |
Transportation will be available from 8h30 – 9h30. |
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Will I be able to keep the gown at the end of the ceremony? |
No, except for students who have made arrangements to buy the gown. |
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Will I be able to keep the belt after the ceremony? |
All students will be able to keep their belt, but this will attract a deduction of R200 from the R500 deposit. |
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Will there be refreshments at the ceremony? |
Yes. |
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Is it possible to pay for an additional guest on the day of the graduation ceremony? |
Yes, it will be possible, but we advise that the issue of additional guests be sorted way ahead of the ceremony. |
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Will there be the issuance of qualifications on the day of graduation? |
Most qualifications are issued directly from the Department of which we have no control over hence, there will not be issuance of certificate at the ceremony. |
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If I have paid half of the required amount, will I still be able to participate in the ceremony? |
No, only students with paid up fees will be able to participate in the ceremony. |
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If I am unable to attend the graduation ceremony due to any reason will I be able to get a refund? |
No, you will not be refunded. |
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Can I bring my own photographer to the ceremony? |
Yes, but they will be restricted during the ceremony but will become unrestricted after the ceremony. |
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How many pictures are we going to receive since the amount charged covers pictures as well? |
Each graduand will get 3 pictures. |
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When, where and how do I pay? |
Payment must be made into the designated ABSA account. Please consult with the College for payment advice. |
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Who is eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony? |
Only students who have completed all the required modules under their program of study. |
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How long will the ceremony last? |
It will last for about 2 – 3 hours. |
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Who should I contact regarding information for graduation ceremony? |
Please call the College landline on +27 11 071 71 71. |
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Can I get the belt without attending the ceremony? |
Unfortunately, no! |
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If I am unable to attend the forthcoming ceremony, will I be able to attend the future ceremony? |
Yes. |
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Can my guest come with balloons & flowers? |
Yes. |
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What if I have additional questions? |
Please call the College landline on +27 11 071 71 71. |
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What is the dress code? |
Graduands must come formally dressed. Anyone who is not formally dressed will not be allowed to partake in the ceremony. |
