December 2025 Graduation
Honouring academic excellence and achievement
Stellenbosch University Graduation Week: 8 to 12 December
Graduation is a special milestone on our academic calendar. This is when we celebrate our graduates’ academic achievements and honour their journey with SU as their academic home. We look forward to conferring certificates, diplomas, degrees, and honorary doctorates.
This year Stellenbosch University will be hosting its last December graduation week.
We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to our December graduation week at the Coetzenburg Centre.
Ceremony Details
Plan your graduation experience with the key dates and ceremony schedule.
Find detailed information about the order of proceedings
and what to expect on your graduation day.
Ceremony Details
Plan your graduation experience with the key dates and ceremony schedule.
Find detailed information about the order of proceedings
and what to expect on your graduation day.
Attendance & Access
We want your graduation day to run smoothly. From receiving tickets for your guests to planning your arrival and ensuring special arrangements, these resources will help you prepare for the big day.
Graduate Essentials
Your graduation is more than just a ceremony — it’s a moment to be remembered. Make sure you’re ready with the correct attire, professional photography, and the documentation you’ll need on the day.
Administration
Behind every successful graduation is careful preparation. Ensure your administrative requirements are finalised and review key procedures to avoid delays or complications.
Graduation stories
From overcoming challenges to achieving lifelong dreams, our graduates’ journeys reflect the diversity, determination and excellence that define us.
Awards and milestones
Brilliant mathematics achiever honoured with SU’s prestigious Chancellor’s Medal
Just weeks after being announced a recipient of the coveted Rhodes Scholarship, Kerry Porrill was awarded Stellenbosch University’s top honour – the Chancellor...
Media release
SU to cap one of youngest doctors in SA
On 11 December, 21-year-old David Obagbuwa will graduate with an MBChB from Stellenbosch University (SU), becoming one of the youngest medical doctors to...
Media release
Triple success as Pietersen triplets graduate
Stellenbosch University (SU) celebrates a notable moment during graduation week when two members of a set of triplets follow in the footsteps of the other...
Institutional news
SU awards honorary doctorate to renowned entrepreneur, social justice champion
Stellenbosch University (SU) awarded an honorary doctorate to renowned South African entrepreneur and social justice champion Chris Otto at its December...
Education
Former Paralympic gold medallist bags Master’s degree
Discipline. Resilience. Perseverance.
These qualities have taken former Paralympic gold medallist and world champion athlete Dyan Buis from the small town of...
Media release
Pandemic ignites transformative scholarly journey for Dr Joy Petersen
When Dr Joy Petersen considered doing a doctoral study, she imagined her research would focus on mentoring. As First-Year Student Experience Coordinator and...