The NCI Graduation Ceremony is held in the Convention Centre Dublin.

NCI Graduation is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise the hard work you have done to complete your course and gain your qualification. All graduands will receive communication regarding the graduation ceremony, gowning, photography, and receiving their parchment prior to the ceremony. 

Graduation Ceremony Videos

On Tuesday November 26th 2024, we celebrated four memorable graduation ceremonies, and each one was recorded for students and families to relive these special moments. 

The videos are currently being processed and will be available to view here shortly. Please check back soon as we’ll be adding the links to this page once they’re ready.

Graduation Ball

The Graduation Ball will take place on November 29th at Clontarf Castle.

You will be treated to the full red-carpet experience beginning with a prosecco reception, professional photographer and music on arrival. The evening will include a delicious dinner, music, and dancing, as well as a few surprises that we have planned. Dress code is formal attire, so please come dressed to impress!

Please note that tickes for the Graduation Ball are now sold out. 

Whilst there will be free seating on the evening we are delighted to offer those who would like to get together and organise a table of between 8-12 to email graduationball@ncirl.ie

We look forward to seeing you at the Graduation Ball.

Photography

Lafayette Photography is the official photographer authorised to take photographs on the day of graduation. It is strongly advised to pre-book your photography online as early as possible. Online booking will close at midday the day before your graduation. We advise all graduates to pre-book your photography which you can do closer to the time.

Please note that all photography booked with Lafayette must be booked prior to the commencement of your ceremony. Graduates will not be able to access the photography area after your ceremony has finished.

Lafayette Photography will send your order receipt via email and you can present the QR code to Lafayette Photography staff on the day of your graduation.

Lafayette Photography is the official certificate framing provider for National College of Ireland. The certificate frames may be booked online by visiting their frame shop.

Gowning

Phelan Conan is the official provider for all NCI graduation gowns. 

You will be able to collect your cap and gown on the day of your Graduation Ceremony in the Convention Centre up to 1 hour before your ceremony commences, but we do encourage you to collect your gown in advance of the day of your Graduation Ceremony on Monday, November 25th, from 5:30-8:30pm in Room 3.02. All gowns must be returned to the Gown Return stand at the Convention Centre on the day. 

Plant a Tree in Your Name

In collaboration with Tree-Nation, NCI is gifting each of our graduates a tree planted in their name. This gesture not only celebrates your academic achievements, but also contributes to the fight against deforestation, climate change, and supports local communities worldwide. 

To accept your tree and become part of the NCI forest, complete the online form sent to your email by NCI Alumni Association by the 2nd of December 2024.

Schedule

A full breakdown of each ceremony schedule can be found below.

Not attending the NCI Graduation?

If you will not be joining us on the Graduation day, dates for collecting your parchment will be posted below after the Graduation has taken place.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please review our Graduation FAQs or contact our team by emailing graduation@ncirl.ie. We ask that you keep a close eye on your personal email account as well as this page for future updates. 

Spring Graduation 2024 Videos

Videos of both Spring graduation ceremonies in their entirety can be found below.