At Cambridge, the gown you wear depends either on what degree (if any) you already hold, or else your age – the course you are studying is irrelevant. Graduates of the University of Cambridge wear the gown corresponding to their Cambridge degree.
How should I dress for Cambridge graduation?
A plain, long-sleeved, white shirt or blouse (unless a long-sleeved dress is worn). Formal black shoes. Sandals, trainers, open-toed shoes, slingbacks (heeled or flat) are not permitted. Unpatterned black, nearly-black, or natural coloured hosiery.
Do Cambridge graduates wear mortar boards?
Gowns and hoods are to be rented by the student (see below for clothiers who do this in Cambridge). Square (mortarboard) is optional. Conspicuous jewellery and hair accessories are not permitted.
What do guests wear to Cambridge graduation?
There is no dress code for guests (apart from those who are Cambridge graduates, who should wear the appropriate gown). However, formal dress is preferred.
Do students at Cambridge wear gowns?
Undergraduates, who do not yet hold a degree, wear their undergraduate gowns, with the hood of the degree that they are about to receive. Thus, for example, an undergraduate graduating to a BA degree wears an undergraduate gown and a BA hood.
Do all Masters students get hooded?
The master’s degree recipient typically wears a hood in the color that represents their school or college. The robe has an oddly shaped sleeve. The doctoral degree recipient can be indentified by the blue hood, velvet facing down the front of the robe and a gold tassel on the cap.
Is there a dress code for graduation UK?
For men and women, business wear or formal dress is classed as appropriate. National dress of your home country is also acceptable. Please note that casual clothes such as jeans, shorts or tee-shirts are not suitable and should be avoided.
Why are Cambridge students called tabs?
Founded by Cambridge University students Rivlin and George Marangos-Gilks in 2009, the Tab’s name comes from “tabloid” and “cantab”, a common abbreaviated form of the word Cantabrigian – meaning a student or graduate of of Cambridge University.
How long is Cambridge graduation ceremony?
30-45 minutes
The ceremony normally lasts 30-45 minutes, and guests are not permitted to move around. Children are welcome as long as they can remain quiet. The University officials may ask parents to take their children outside if they disturb the ceremony. Is photography allowed during the graduation ceremony?
How often are formals at Cambridge?
five times a week
It’s part of the classic Cambridge experience and always a memorable occasion. At Jesus we have a Formal Hall five times a week at 7.30pm: Tuesday to Friday and on Sundays. Postgraduates dine separately on Wednesday nights in Upper Hall.
Is there a dress code for graduation guests?
If the invitation doesn’t specifically state the dress code, go with a nice dress or skirt/slacks with a blouse combination. It’s a safe bet and you’ll always feel more comfortable dressed up than dressed down. Don’t wear jeans!
Do parents dress up for graduation?
Yes, a pair of dress pants and a pretty blouse is fine, or you can wear pants with a top or shirt and a smart blazer for a polished mom look. Dress pants + a feminine top is worn with a cardigan or jacket work well too. Enjoy!
What is the dress code for graduation?
Commencement. Students should dress in appropriate attire under their academic regalia. It is suggested that men wear dress slacks, a button- up shirt and tie; women may wear either dress slacks and a blouse or a day dress. Hoods and mortarboards are worn at Commencement.
When did Cambridge students stop wearing gowns?
I think the change came about in 1965 ( possibly 1966) after a spate of serious bicycle accidents caused by gowns caught in wheels. The atmosphere in the city changed completely as students were not as easily recognised.
Does Cambridge Uni do fashion?
About. The MA in Fashion – Design at Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts is an intensive, contemporary and personalised postgraduate programme that develops an individual approach to fashion and a strong design direction.
What is the difference between a bachelor’s gown and a master’s gown?
But there are subtle differences that can help you tell a bachelor’s gown from a master’s gown. (See illustration below.) Bachelor’s gowns have the University seal printed on the left chest. Master’s gowns do not have the seal and have a long “tail” on each sleeve.
What color should my master’s hood be?
Bachelor’s gowns are maroon and master’s gowns are black. Both are made in the standard shapes for those degrees and include white university logos on the sleeves. Bachelor’s wear their gowns without hoods.
Why do masters gowns have weird sleeves?
Today, master’s gowns are generally worn closed, but for the first sixty-five years of American academic costume history, they were worn open in the front. The sleeve design of the master’s gown required a jacket to be worn underneath, otherwise the wearer’s bare arms would show and create an awkward appearance.
What is the point of a Masters hood?
Today, hoods are the most expressive component of the academic costume. They serve to communicate the owner’s school, degree and field of study through their length and the colors of the lining and binding.
What color do graduates wear?
For college graduation and university ceremonies, a black or royal blue is usually an appropriate suit. If you’re attending a master’s degree ceremony, then you can wear a lighter color such as khaki or beige. The location also matters when it comes to choosing colors.
What do you wear to Oxford graduation?
Full academic dress should be worn at all formal University ceremonies including matriculation and degree ceremonies. Sub fusc (from the Latin sub fuscus meaning dark brown) should be worn beneath your academic gown and is also required when sitting examinations.