Photography and gowns

Marston Events is our official photographer and gown hire provider for the graduations.

Official photography at the ceremony

Photography studios will be available on the day where you can get personal and group photographs taken with your guests. 

You can pre-order photography at the same time at your gown/tickets, or log back into your account to add a photography order up to 5 days before your ceremony; you can also place an order on the day or afterwards, however a studio fee or minimum order may be applicable.

Following your ceremony, you will receive an email link to view your images and complete your order online. 

Graduate procession photographs 

Marston Events will also capture the moment you cross the stage and have your name read aloud. These photographs will be available to purchase on the day or online afterwards. 

Prices 

In addition to a variety of photography packages to suit all budgets, Marston Events offer a ‘build your own’ and digital only service to give students flexibility.

You can see Marston’s range of products on their dedicated photography page.

Academic robes

These should be hired or purchased as part of the ticketing process from our partner firm.

The cost of your robe hire is £45 for all awards. This cost includes the robe, hood and mortarboard/cap.

If you don't hire a robe by the closing date, you will require an 'on the day' hire. This will come with an additional fee of £5.

Wearing a robe is essential

Your graduation is a formal occasion and it is requested that you wear academic robes on the day.

Academic robes are a meaningful part of the graduation experience and a symbolic tradition in the UK Higher Education community.

If you do not wish to wear a robe, please speak to graduation (@gold.ac.uk) to discuss your options. 

If you are experiencing financial difficulty and would like to apply to the Graduate Fund, please contact us by email.