MIT graduation information
Please take time to read this information carefully so that you are familiar with all the procedures and policies associated with your graduation process. Please note that the graduation application is only available for MIT Melbourne students.
Graduation policy and forms
Upon the recommendation of the MIT Results Ratification Committee (RRC) and the approval of the relevant Head of School or nominee, diplomas or degrees are awarded to students who have successfully completed all requirements for graduation specified by their individual program, as well as those specified by the Institution. A completed "Requirements for Graduation" form must be on file for each student prior to submission of the name for graduation.
Graduation from Melbourne Institute of Technology certifies the achievement of a satisfactory level of academic and professional proficiency in all courses as defined in the individual's program plan.
The requirement for graduation for undergraduate and postgraduate programs is the attainment of a minimum cumulative credit points. For example all undergraduate courses at MIT require completion of 24 units equivalent to 360 credit points and the Masters Programs require a total of 240 credit points. Course credits that have been completed elsewhere, where appropriate and credit transfer has been approved, will count towards determining the student's credit points.
Students who have applied for graduation, but do not complete their program requirements before the graduation date, must submit a new Application for Graduation form to Admissions and Enrollment Services to become re-eligible for the next graduation date.
Graduation forms
Below is further information and the appropriate forms for completion. Please read these carefully and return the completed forms to MIT as soon as possible, but no later than the graduation application closing date.
Click here to download the Graduation Application form.
Click here to download the Academic Dress or Regalia Application form.
Once we have received your completed forms and the applicable payment, we will write to you with full details about the arrangement for the day.
Awarding of Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates
Frequency:
The Institute awards Degrees, Diplomas and Certificates twice a calendar year:
- For students completing course requirements at the end of Semester 1 (June of each year), the Degrees, Diplomas & Certificates are awarded in December of the same year;
- For students completing course requirements during Semester 2 (October of each year), the Degrees, Diplomas & Certificates are awarded in April the following year and
- For students completing course requirements during Semester 3 (the summer term), the Degrees, and Diplomas & Certificates are awarded in April the following year.
Graduation ceremony dates
Conferral date: Thursday 9th December 2010
Graduation ceremony: 2:30pm
Application close: Wednesday 11th November 2010
The December graduation ceremony dates are determined by the Graduation Committee and published on the MIT graduation page.
Graduation venue
The Mayfair Ballroom, Grand Hyatt Hotel
123 Collins Street, Melbourne
The plan of the graduation hall and order of procession shall be available on the graduation ceremony day.
For further information regarding Tram/Train/Bus timetables and plan your journey using public transport please refer to: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au
Determining eligibility to graduate
Graduation Interview
Students expecting to graduate in the coming teaching period must arrange for a graduation interview through the Admissions and Enrolments Department. The purpose of this interview is to determine eligibility for graduation and to begin the ordering process for the award. During this interview, Degree & Diploma candidates must identify such problems as missing courses or any problems with grades, incompletes, or transfer credits, the preferred legal form of name they wish to appear on the testamur and other similar matters.
Students who expect to complete their course by teaching period 3 of previous year & 1 of current year must complete the interview by the end of August, and students who expect to complete their course requirements at the end of teaching period 2 must complete their interview by 15 November of the current year, to ensure that their names are included in the graduation program and that their Awards are available at graduation time. Appointments are made in person at the Enrolments Department, or by calling (03) 8600 6700. Students must bring a copy of their current study plan to the Graduation Interview.
Verification of Course Completion
Individuals who wish to submit verification of course completion to their employers or to graduate schools during the period between the end of their final grading period and the conferring of awards may obtain a "Letter of Completion" by emailing lzhan@mit.edu.au or calling (03) 8600 6700.
Academic dress
MIT shall make arrangements for academic dress for each eligible candidate. Candidates must pay for such arrangements as detailed in the academic dress hire information. Payment and application form must be submitted no later than 11 November 2010.
Requirements
Graduands must specify their respective academic dress measurements (size) at the time of completing their graduation academic dress application form. When completing the graduation academic dress application form which can be downloaded online, gradaunds must ensure they select the correct gown, hood/stole, Trencher/bonnet colour and size, as applicable for their course award. Applications without proof of payment shall not be accepted.
What should I wear beneath the gown?
Business attire is required for example men should wear a suit with a shirt and tie and women wear equivalent attire. Casual wear will not be allowed.
Terms and conditions of payment
1. Prices and Orders
Prices of academic dress hire are set out below and include GST. Payments can be made in cash, bank cheque, money order, debit or credit card at the accounts counter on level 11. Current pricing details are provided below under the heading Academic Dress 2010.
2. Pick Up & Return
Hired academic dress will be available at the graduation ceremony venue on the day of graduation and must be returned at the same venue directly after the ceremony. Should the dress not be returned on time, a PENALTY charge will be made to the HIRER of $60.00 + GST per day.
3. Responsibility
The Hirer is responsible for the academic dress for the entire time of hire and must return the dress without damage. Damage to dress will be charged to the Hirer.
4. Refunds
Any order for academic dress hire that is cancelled up to 5 days before the ceremony, will be given a full refund. If an order is cancelled after 5 days prior to the ceremony, or where the academic dress is not collected, the Hirer will be entitled to a refund, but will be levied an administrative fee of $60 + GST.
Where a Hirer is unable to attend the nominated ceremony because of illness or serious reason/s, but can attend another, a credit for the full amount will be given towards the Hirer’s subsequent order for another ceremony. The Hirer will be required to submit evidence of their exceptional circumstances.
5. Privacy
Personal information disclosed to MIT will not be released to any third party, except for MIT staff for the specific purpose of confirmation of graduation details, or if we are compelled or authorised to do so by Law. Credit card details received for payment will only be retained until such times as hired property is returned and the charging of any PENALTY fees for damage or non-return have been levied.
MIT is committed to maintaining the security of any personal data collected and protecting it from loss, theft or alteration. This applies to demographic information, client site usage information and personally identifiable information. Email addresses may be used to communicate with you at a later date. Data collected is stored on a secure Graduation server that can be accessed by authorised MIT personnel only. To safeguard all information collected, MIT and its employees follow the practices in this Policy. Access or use of information for any purpose other than those explained in this Policy will not be authorised.
Academic dress costs 2010
| Item |
Hire Price |
| Diploma Gown only |
$30.00 |
| Bachelor Gown |
$30.00 |
| Bachelor Hood/Stole |
$15.00 |
| Bachelor Trencher/Bonnet |
$15.00 |
| Bachelor Gown, Hood/Stole and Trencher/Bonnet |
$60.00 |
| Master Gown |
$30.00 |
| Master Hood/Stole |
$15.00 |
| Master Trencher/Bonnet |
$15.00 |
| Master Gown, Hood/Stole and Trencher/Bonnet |
$60.00 |
Graduating in absentia
Graduands who are assigned to a graduation ceremony but are not able to attend, will automatically graduate in absentia and their testamur and academic record will be mailed to their last known correspondence address.
Students wishing to graduate in absentia must state that they wish to graduate in absentia and include their full name/s, student number and the address to which their testamur and academic transcripts are to be mailed to.
Students that graduate in absentia will not be allowed to attend a subsequent graduation ceremony.
Contact us
For further information please contact the MIT Graduation Officer, Ms. Lin Zhan or email lzhan@mit.edu.au