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MIDLANDS DURBAN
13-14 MAY 2024 20-28 MAY 2024
Dear
graduand,
The Chancellor, Ms Nonkululeko Nyembezi
cordially invites you to attend the 2024 Autumn
Graduation ceremonies to honour and recognize
the achievements of all our graduates.

MIDLANDS DURBAN
13-14 MAY 2024 20-28 MAY 2024
Indumiso Campus Hall, Fred Crookes Sports Centre,
15 FJ Sithole Road, Imbali, Steve Biko Campus, Steve Biko Road,
Pietermaritzburg Durban

Parking: Parking:
Sports Ground, Indumiso Gate 5, Steve Biko Campus
Campus and FET Parking

To confirm your participation in the

CLICK HERE graduation ceremony and to update your
contact details.

The reply form must be completed

at least 7 days prior to your graduation
date, even if you are not attending.

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schedule FOR THE 2024 AUTUMN
GRADUATION CEREMONIES
CLICK HERE

Please note:

• Graduands are required to strictly adhere to the dates, times, and sessions as allocated in the
schedule above. Unfortunately, you will not be granted a further opportunity to attend an
alternate graduation ceremony, should you miss your allocated session. If you are unsure of
which session to attend, kindly contact your relevant Faculty Office who will advise you of the
correct date, time, and session of your ceremony.

• This is official information about graduation and any other unofficial information should be
disregarded, the university will not be held liable for graduands following incorrect information.

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REGISTRAR’S
CONGRATULATORY
MESSAGE
As the custodian of the student life-cycle
(from admission to graduation and beyond), it
gives me great pleasure to convey my hearty
message of felicitation to all our graduandi
and Diplomandi during this graduation season.
The graduation season marks the culmination
of dreams and hopes that first informed your
choice of Durban University of Technology as
your preferred intellectual home, and therefore,
your university of choice. As we usher you into nation as well as a man/woman of his nation”. And
our Convocation, which is an exclusive club Prince Bismarck was even more specific-“one third
of our graduates and diplomates, we fervently of the students of German universities broke down
believe that you will pursue lifelong learning from overwork, another third broke down from
through higher studies and ultimately become dissipation, and the other third ruled Germany” I
the very adaptive and impactful graduates we leave it to each of you to defied which category
have prepared you to become through our you fall in. Go out and rule South Africa and fly
distinctive education. As we usher you back the DUT flag higher and higher!
to your families, both nuclear and extended,
it remains our fervent belief that you will take Our ENVISION2030 clearly highlights that
your rightful places by being torch bearers who “our people will be creative, innovative,
will not only improve the lives and livelihoods entrepreneurial, and adaptive to the changes
of your own families but our society in general. in the world”. Please go out to the world and
DUT continues to be a great university whose provide innovative solutions for the challenges
establishment and continued functioning facing our society through your business
like that of all great universities, has required ventures, employment, and any other ventures
considerable effort and expenditure. you embark on. Go out to the world, represent
us, and come back and tell us where you are and
As Woodrow Wilson said: “A university should be how you are making us proud.
an organ of memory for the state in the transmission
of its best traditions. Every man/woman sent out Once more, congratulations on your fine
from a university should be a man/woman of his achievements worthy of emulation, not only

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by your peers but by future generations. I
look forward to celebrating with you and your
families who will recite celebratory ululations
and totems known as Izithakazelo/Direto/Diboko.

Kuse Khaya La!

Dr Maditsane Nkonoane
Registrar

KUSE KHAYA LA!

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IMPORTANT
NOTICE:
PUNCTUALITY
AT GRADUATION
CEREMONIES
We would like to emphasize the importance of We would like to remind you that
arriving on time for the graduation ceremony. the doors to the main hall will close
promptly 30 minutes prior to the
This is an exciting and significant event for you start time, and latecomers (both
and your loved ones, and we want to ensure graduands and guests) will not be
that everyone can fully enjoy and participate in admitted into the venue once the
the occasion. ceremony has started.

Please make sure to plan your travel in advance, We regret that no exceptions can be made.
taking into consideration factors such as
distance, road conditions, and peak-hour traffic. Thank you for your cooperation and
It is essential that you arrive at the venue with understanding, and we look forward to
plenty of time to spare and be seated 30 celebrating with you at the graduation
minutes before the start time. ceremony.

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CEREMONIES DOORS CLOSE SESSION STARTs
SESSION 1 08:30 09:00
SESSION 2 13:30 14:00
SESSION 3 17:30 18:00

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INFORMATION
AND PROCEDURES
REGARDING YOUR
CEREMONY
The Durban University of Technology (DUT) congratulates you on your achievement. This booklet
contains important information that is designed to make your day as flawless and enjoyable as
possible. Please make every effort to read and understand the contents. Should you have any
queries with regard to the graduation ceremony, you may contact your respective Faculty Office.
The details are listed below.

DURBAN MIDLANDS
T +27 (0)31 373 5520/5418/5152 T +27 (0)31 373 6030/6040
E [email protected] E [email protected]
E [email protected] E [email protected]
E [email protected]

T +27 (0)31 373 2506/2717/3036

E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]

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DURBAN MIDLANDS
T+27(0)31 373 6519/21/23 T +27 (0) 33 845 8927/8959
F +27 (0)31 373 6518 F +27 (0)33 845 8936
E [email protected] E [email protected]
E [email protected] E [email protected]
E [email protected]

DURBAN MIDLANDS
T +27 (0)31 373 3040 / 2186 T +27 (0)31 373 3141
/2718 /27I6 / 304I / 6855 E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]

DURBAN MIDLANDS
T +27 (0)31 373 2702/2446 T +27(31) 373 2566
/2566 E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]

DURBAN MIDLANDS
T +27 (0)31 373 5441 / 5157 T +27 (0)33 845 8815/ 2265
/ 6339 / 5403 / 5156 / 5623 E [email protected]
/ 5625 E [email protected]
F +27 (0)86 674 1216
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]
E [email protected]

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GRADUAND
ARRIVAL
When you arrive at the ceremony, report to
your allocated table in the foyer of the venue at
least two hours before the commencement
of the ceremony.

You are requested to show either your Student

Card, ID or Passport when collecting your
seating card and guest tickets.

A seating card with your name, qualification and Graduands must be seated 30 minutes
seat number will be handed to you, together before the ceremony starts.
with your guest tickets.
Doors to the main hall will close
Please ensure that you sit according to your promptly 30 minutes prior to the
seat number. start time.

LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED INTO THE VENUE AFTER THE

CEREMONY HAS STARTED

arrive by be Seated by session starts

07:00 08:30 09:00
12:00 13:30 14:00
16:00 17:30 18:00

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TICKETS AND Strict security measures will be in place for
the duration of the graduation ceremony.

SEATING FOR
Please be advised that no persons will
be allowed access to the ceremony
without a ticket.

GUESTS Guests must be seated in the graduation venue

at least 30 minutes before the ceremony
You may invite a maximum of three starts. Seats for guests are not reserved by
guests to attend the ceremony with you. name; ushers will be on standby to seat guests
We regret that no extra guests can be accordingly.
accommodated.
Doors to the main hall will close
The guest tickets will be available for collection promptly 30 minutes prior to the
at the demarcated area in the graduation venue, start time.
from 07:30 for the 09:00 ceremony, 12:30 for
the 14:00 ceremony and at 16:30 for the 18:00 Guests arriving after the ceremony
ceremony. has started will not be allowed into
the venue.

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Children Under 10 Years Not keep a close watch on their children and ensure
Permitted: that they remain seated for the full duration of
For the comfort and enjoyment of all attendees, the ceremony.
please note that children under the age of 10
will not be permitted into the graduation venue. Graduation ceremonies are significant events
This approach is in place to ensure a focused that involve the recognition of academic
and uninterrupted experience for all guests, as achievements and the accomplishments of
graduation ceremonies often involve speeches, students. By ensuring that children are well-
presentations, and moments of significance that behaved and attentive, parents and guardians
benefit from a quiet and respectful atmosphere. contribute to the overall positive experience
of the event for all attendees. This cooperation
We kindly request that parents and guardians helps to maintain the dignity of the occasion
make necessary arrangements for the care of and showcases our shared respect for the
young children who fall under this age bracket. graduates and their accomplishments.

Parental Responsibility for Children’s We appreciate your understanding and

Behaviour: cooperation in upholding these guidelines,
It’s essential that every parent and guardian which ultimately contribute to a successful and
takes responsibility for the behaviour and enjoyable graduation ceremony for everyone
well-being of their children (10 years and involved.
over) throughout the course of the graduation
ceremony. We understand that families come Thank you for your attention to these
together to celebrate this important milestone, important matters.
and children (10 years and over) may be
present to share in the joy. However, in order to
maintain a smooth and respectful environment,
we kindly request parents and guardians to

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WHAT TO WEAR
TO THE GRADUATION
CEREMONY
In keeping with the formal nature of our There are six styles of hoods. Each style
graduation ceremony, we would like to remind indicates the level of academic achievement.
you that the dress code is formal or traditional. Your hood must reflect your faculty colour as
follows:
You are not permitted to wear academic dress
pertaining to previously obtained qualifications.

ULTRA MARINE
BLUE

AMETHYST UNION JACK

RED

EMERALD ROYAL PURPLE

GREEN

CALAMINE
BLUE

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ACADEMIC DRESS
AND HEADWEAR
QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATION FOR ACADEMIC DRESS AND
HEADWEAR
Doctoral Degrees Union Jack Red gown with long-pointed sleeves pulled up
in faculty colour. A hood and an oval Doctor’s bonnet with
faculty coloured cord and tassels.

You should not wear the Doctor’s bonnet before the

certificate has been received.
Masters Degrees Black gown with long-pointed sleeves, pleated up with
champagne cord and button.A hood and a black mortarboard
with black tassel.

You should not wear the mortarboard before the certificate

has been received.
Postgraduate Diploma, Black gown with long pointed sleeves, pleated up with a black
Professional Bachelor’s Degree, ribbon. A hood and a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Bachelor Honours Degree
You should not wear the mortarboard before the certificate
has been received.
3 Year Diploma, Black gown with long pointed sleeves, pleated up with a black
Bachelor’s Degrees, ribbon. A hood and a mortarboard with a black tassel.
Postgraduate Certificates
You should not wear the mortarboard before the certificate
has been received.
3 Year Diploma Black gown with pointed sleeve, pleated up with a black
ribbon. A hood and mortarboard with black tassel.

You should not wear the mortarboard before the certificate

has been received.
Advanced Certificate, Black gown with pointed sleeve, pleated up with a black
2 Year Diploma ribbon. A hood and mortarboard with black tassel.

You should not wear the mortarboard before the certificate

has been received.
Higher Certificate Black gown with long-pointed sleeves, pleated up with a
black ribbon.

No mortarboard and hood is required.

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HOW TO HIRE HOUSE OF GRADUATES
HEAD OFFICE DURBAN

YOUR ACADEMIC 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive

Durban North, 4083, KwaZulu-Natal,
South Africa

DRESS? T 031 301 8015

E [email protected]
In keeping with university traditions, you W http://houseofgraduates.co.za/
must wear the correct academic dress when
attending your graduation ceremony. If you
do not, you might not be admitted to the
graduation hall.

PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR

ACADEMIC DRESS COMPLIES
PHOTOGRAPHIC
WITH THE UNIVERSITY’S
SPECIFICATIONS FOR YOUR
QUALIFICATION.
AND VIDEOGRAPHY
It is your responsibility to make the necessary
arrangements for your academic dress for your
SERVICES
graduation ceremony. An accredited photographer and videographer
has been appointed to take your official
The university does not facilitate any photographs on stage and record all graduation
arrangements in this regard. Please ensure that ceremonies.
you order your academic dress in time for your
graduation ceremony. Your guests should refrain from taking their
own photographs and any recording during the
You may purchase or hire your academic attire ceremony.
from House of Graduates who are the official
suppliers and they will provide the correct attire The accredited photographer and videographer
for your qualification. Please see the enclosed will issue details to you on the day of your
order form on how to order or purchase your graduation for payment and collections.
academic attire.
For the sake of family and friends who are
For more information on the House of unable to attend the event, we will also be
Graduates, please CLICK HERE livestreaming the ceremonies, check our
website www.dut.ac.za

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CEREMONY
PROTOCOL
ACADEMIC PROCESSION
PROTOCOL

You must rise when the academic procession:

• Enters the hall at the commencement of
the ceremony and remain standing until
the stage party is seated.
• Leaves the hall at the end of the ceremony.

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE

RECIPIENTS

• When prompted by a DUT staff member,

you will walk onto the stage from the left
carrying your seating card in your right your degree/diploma /certificate will be
hand and your hood over your left arm. handed to you.
• Once on stage, you will hand your card • You will return to your seat and remain
to the Executive Dean/Executive Dean’s seated until the ceremony is concluded.
representative, who will read out your
name. CERTIFICATE RECIPIENTS
• After your name has been read out, the
card will be returned to you. You will • When prompted by a DUT staff member
then walk towards the Chancellor who you will walk onto the stage from the left-
will confer the degree/diploma by lightly hand side.
tapping your head. • Once on stage, you will hand your card
• You will then approach the Registrar/ to the Executive Dean/Executive Dean’s
Registrar’s representative, who will be representative, who will read out your
at the end of the stage. You will hand name.
your hood to the Registrar/Registrar’s • After your name has been read out, your
representative, and then turn to face the card will be returned to you.
audience. A photograph is taken once the • Then walk towards the Vice-Chancellor
Registrar/Registrar’s representative places who will congratulate you with a
your hood over your shoulders. handshake.
• You will then leave the stage, after which • Then approach the Registrar/Registrar’s

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 representative, where a photograph will GENERAL
be taken.
• You will then leave the stage, after which • Vuvuzelas, whistles or any noise-emitting
your certificate will be handed to you. instruments are strictly prohibited and
• Return to your seat and remain seated will be confiscated before entering the
until the ceremony is concluded. hall.
• No food or drink will be allowed in the
DURATION OF CEREMONY hall.
• In case of a medical emergency, a
• Your ceremony is expected to last paramedic will be available.
approximately 2 hours. Graduates and
guests are requested to remain seated
for the full duration of the ceremony. As
a courtesy and respect for your fellow
graduates, please do not leave the venue
until the ceremony is concluded.

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PROCEDURE FOR
THOSE WHO DO
NOT ATTEND THE
CEREMONY
If you are unable to attend your ceremony, you
may collect your degree/diploma/certificate by
producing your ID document at your Faculty
Office no later than one month after your
graduation ceremony. Your driver’s license will
NOT be accepted when collecting certificates.

If you are unable to physically collect your https://mercury.dut.ac.za/pls/prodi41/w99pkg.

certificate from DUT, you may arrange for the mi_login?numtype=S
despatch of your certificate by courier services
or registered mail based on your preferred DESPATCH BY COURIER SERVICES
method of despatch. Please note that when selecting despatch by
courier services you will need to provide
Please complete and submit the form entitled the courier services with a FULL PHYSICAL
‘Request for the despatch of a Graduation ADDRESS. The physical address cannot be a P
Certificate’ which is obtainable by clicking O Box address. Failure to supply a full physical
HERE (select your Faculty Folder and look address will result in your certificate not being
for Form 26) and select one of the following delivered.
options to receive your certificate (subject to
all arrear fees being settled and outstanding DESPATCH BY REGISTERED MAIL
documents being submitted) For this method of despatch, DUT will arrange
to have your degree/diploma certificates posted
For this option, you will need to: to you by registered mail.

Check and update your FULL address and Please note that when selecting despatch by
contact details prior to submitting your request registered mail you will need to provide us with
on the student self-service iEnabler system a FULL POSTAL ADDRESS.
using the following link:

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A tracking number will be provided to you once If the graduate is sending someone to collect
the certificates have been despatched with a their certificate on their behalf, they would
link to the South African Post Office Track and need to comply with the following procedure:
Trace webpage. In South Africa, you will not
receive the documents at your physical address. • Please complete and submit the form
Rather, your nearest Post Office will send you entitled ‘Authorisation of Release/
a notification to collect your documents from Collection of Information By Third Party’
that branch. which is obtainable by clicking HERE
(select your Faculty Folder and look
COSTS TO DESPATCH for Form 21) or alternatively contact
CERTIFICATES your relevant Faculty Office to obtain
a copy of the application. Complete the
Should you elect to have your authorization form (obtainable from the
certificate couriered to you, you will Faculty Office).
be required to cover the delivery • The bearer must produce an original ID/
costs. passport document. A driver’s license
will not be acceptable.
Please ensure that your address details on the • The bearer must produce a certified copy
student portal is updated with the most recent of the graduate’s ID/passport.
postal and physical address. • The release of the certificate is subject
to all arrear fees being settled and
outstanding documents being submitted.

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OUTSTANDING
FEES
Please note that any fees owing to the university
must be fully paid by 06 May 2024 in order
for your certificate to be issued to you at the
graduation ceremony. If your fees are not paid
timeously by 06 May 2024, you may collect
your certificate from the Faculty Office 2 days
after the graduation ceremony.

All arrear fees owed to the university must be

paid in full before the certificate is issued to you.

Please contact the Finance Department to

make arrangements concerning payment of fees.
Contact details are on the next page:

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FEE ENQUIRIES OFFICE FEE ENQUIRIES OFFICE
DURBAN-MLS MIDLANDS

Ms Lenershree Moodliar Ms Zuzile Ndimande

T (031) 373 5164 T (031) 373 6055
E [email protected] E [email protected]

Ms Nokwazi Makhanya Mr Asanda Doyisa

T (031) 373 2379 T (031) 373 6055
E [email protected] E [email protected]

Ms Noluthando Nciki
T (031) 373 3103
E [email protected]

Mr Khumbulani Buthelezi
T (031) 373 6825
E [email protected]

Mrs Bernice Reynolds

T (031) 373 3119
E [email protected]

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ADVANCEMENT
AND ALUMNI
RELATIONS
ConGRADulations – let’s take a moment to
celebrate your success on this momentous
occasion, your graduation ceremony. After all
those late nights of studying, the fun you had
to forego, and many other sacrifices, you have
finally ascended the mountain. So take a moment
to enjoy the view and savour the moment. With
qualification in hand and a megawatt smile on
your face – we welcome you to the esteemed
Durban University of Technology alumni Take out your phones and connect with
community. your Alma Mater now on our DUT Connect
platforms:
Your alumni community will be the thread
that connects you to where your story W www.dutalumni.com
began and continue to support you as you E [email protected]
transition through the various stages of life’s
journey. Alumni of the Durban University of @DUTalumni
Technology belong to a distinguished network @DUT Alumni
of graduates whose competencies, successes, @dutalumni
and contributions enable them to make their @dutalumni
DUT excellence mark wherever their journey
takes them. We at the Advancement and Alumni
Relations unit are committed to keeping you
informed and engaged – our inboxes are open
and ready for suggestions.We also look forward
to sharing opportunities with you which will
not only upskill and ensure your success but
also promote the culture of paying it forward
with our current students.

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SOCIAL MEDIA
We encourage graduates and families to post
using the special graduation hashtags to share
excitement, encouragement, and celebration via
written posts, pictures and videos.

#DUTAutumnGrad2024
#TheDUTWay
#IamDUT2024
#UnlockedExcellence
#AdaptiveGraduates

For further information and updates with regard

to the 2024 Autumn Graduation ceremonies,
please check the DUT graduation webpage:

CLICK HERE

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W W W. D U T. AC . Z A
 HOUSE OF GRADUATES
DBN: 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North PTA: 1166 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria

CPT: Unit 7A Nobel Park Shopping Centre, Avondstil

TRADING HOURS: Mon- Fri, 08h00- 17h00 & Sat, 08h30- 13h00 WHATSAPP: 072 705 2824

NATIONAL CALL CENTRE: 031 301 8015

 [email protected]

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DURBAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

ORDER FORM FOR GRADUATION ATTIRE: DURBAN 2024

Dear Graduand,

Congratulations on your achievement! House of Graduates is proud to be the APPROVED PROVIDER of graduation attire on this
memorable occasion.
• If you are HIRING the graduation attire kindly read our COLLECTION & RETURN PROCESS FOR HIRE on page 2 of our order
form.
• If you are PURCHASING the graduation attire kindly our COLLECTION PROCESS FOR PURCHASING on page 2 of our order
form.

Please read the information provided on this order form carefully.

•Print this order form and complete the personal details section below. We require this
hard copy upon collection of your graduation attire.
STEP 1:
.

• Pay your hire or purchase fee BEFORE your graduation.

• Refer to our pricing on page 3 of this order form. Please take advantage of our early bird specials by
paying at least 7 DAYS BEFORE the date of your ceremony.

• Payments will also be accepted at the graduation venue, from 3 hours before the start of the ceremony,
STEP 2: to cater for late bookings.

• NB: Graduands residing outside of RSA:

• Must pay on collection i.e. do NOT pay in advance via EFT.
• Must provide a hard copy of their travel itinerary to qualify for our early bird pricing.

•Print your proof of payment. We require this hard copy upon collection of your graduation
attire.
STEP 3: •Refer to the next page for your allocated collection date and time.

NB: HOUSE OF GRADUATES IS YOUR APPROVED PROVIDER OF GRADUATION ATTIRE

YOU WILL FIND US INSIDE THE GRADUATION VENUE, NEVER ON THE STREET OUTSIDE THE VENUE
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HIRE PROCESS:
• Follow step 1, 2 & 3 on page 1 of this order form.
• In addition to the hire charge, we require R300 in cash as "security" upon collection. This R300 will be refunded when you
return the attire. DO NOT pay the R300 security into our account. A penalty fee will apply should you not follow this
procedure. Alternatively, your original ID or drivers license can be used as “security”.
• Collect your graduation attire at House of Graduates. Please refer to the table below for your allocated collection date and time.
• We stock all sizes and will assist with fitting upon collection of your graduation attire.

• RETURN PROCESS:
o Graduands must return the graduation attire, at the graduation venue, immediately after the ceremony. If not, a late
return fee of R100 per day will be levied.

PURCHASE PROCESS:
• Follow step 1, 2 & 3 on page 1 of this order form.
• Purchased attire can be collected before graduation from any of our stores or on your allocated collection date (refer to the table
below).
• Collection can also take place at the graduation venue from 3 hours before the start of your ceremony.
• You MUST present your original proof of payment and this order form when collecting the graduation attire. If not, you will be
required to pay again.
• We stock all sizes and will assist with fitting upon collection of your graduation attire.

• POSTAGE
o The graduation attire can be posted to you before your graduation ceremony at a charge of R280.
o The sale fee and postage fee must be paid via EFT or FNB ATM deposit.
o The payment confirmation, a CLEAR copy of your ID/ driver’s license, and this completed ordered form is required
before dispatch. These documents must be emailed to [email protected]. To ensure timeous delivery
these documents must reach our office 14 days before your graduation ceremony.

COLLECTION DATES & TIMES:

• Please refer to the table below for your allocated collection date and time.

GRADUATION DATE COLLECTION DATE & TIME COLLECTION ADDRESS

Saturday, 18 May House of Graduates

Monday, 20 May
08h30 - 13h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Monday, 20 May House of Graduates
Tuesday, 21 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Tuesday, 21 May House of Graduates
Wednesday, 22 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Wednesday, 22 May House of Graduates
Thursday, 23 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Thursday, 23 May House of Graduates
Friday, 24 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Friday, 24 May House of Graduates
Saturday, 25 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Saturday, 25 May House of Graduates
Monday, 27 May
08h30 - 13h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
Monday, 27 May House of Graduates
Tuesday, 28 May
08h00 - 17h00 110 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban North
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PRICING:
To qualify for our EARLY BIRD PRICING, you must follow the 2 steps below:
• STEP 1: Pay for your order at least 7 DAYS BEFORE YOUR GRADUATION e.g. If your
graduation is on Friday, 15 May you must make payment on or before Friday, 8 May.
• STEP 2: Pick up your attire on your allocated collection date (refer to the Collection
Dates & Times on page 2).

The NORMAL PRICE will apply to graduates who:

• Miss the payment deadline for the early bird special.
• Do not collect their attire on the allocated collection date.
• Pay at the graduation venue.

HIRE PRICES
EARLY BIRD NORMAL
DESCRIPTION
PRICE PRICE
HIGHER CERTIFICATE: Gown Only R110 R140
ADVANCED CERT & 2-YEAR DIPLOMA: Gown, Hood & Cap R220 R270
- Gown Only R110 R140
- Hood Only R220 R270
- Cap Only R110 R140
3-YEAR DIPLOMA: Gown, Hood & Cap R230 R280
- Gown Only R110 R140
- Hood Only R230 R280
- Cap Only R110 R140
PGCE, ADVANCED DIPLOMA & BACHELORS: Gown, Hood & Cap R240 R330
- Gown Only R110 R140
- Hood Only R240 R300
- Cap Only R110 R140
PROFESSIONAL BACH, PG DIPLOMA & HONS: Gown, Hood & Cap R280 R360
- Gown Only R110 R140
- Hood Only R260 R320
- Cap Only R110 R140
MASTERS: Gown, Hood & Cap R390 R420
- Gown Only R200 R220
- Hood Only R190 R330
- Cap Only R110 R140
DOCTORAL: Gown, Hood & Cap R520 R550
- Gown Only R300 R330
- Hood Only R300 R330
- Cap Only R200 R220

PURCHASE PRICES
EARLY BIRD NORMAL
DESCRIPTION
PRICE PRICE
HIGHER CERTIFICATE: Gown Only R750 R850
ADVANCED CERT & 2-YEAR DIPLOMA: Gown, Hood & Cap R1 420 R1 580
3-YEAR DIPLOMA: Gown, Hood & Cap R1 450 R1 630
PGCE, ADVANCED DIPLOMA & BACHELORS: Gown, Hood & Cap R1 490 R1 680
PROFESSIONAL BACH, PG DIPLOMA & HONS: Gown, Hood & Cap R1 540 R1 720
MASTERS: Gown, Hood & Cap R1 600 R1 780
DOCTORAL: Gown, Hood & Cap R5 200 R5 720
INDIVIDUAL ITEMS:
- Black Gown For All Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, Post Grads & Hons R750 R850
- Black Gown With Trimming For Masters R850 R950
- Black Cap All Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees, Post Grads & Hons R350 R380
- Advanced Certificate & 2-Year Diploma Hood R320 R350
- 3-Year Diploma Hood R350 R400
- PGCE, Advanced Diploma & Bachelors Hood R390 R450
- Professional Bach, PG Diploma & Hons Hood R440 R490
- Masters Neckband R500 R550
- Red PhD Gown R3 000 R3 300
- PhD Neckband R1 000 R1 100
- PhD Cap R1 200 R1 320
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OUR BANKING DETAILS:

• NB: If hiring, only pay your hire fee. DO NOT pay the R300 security into our account.

Bank: FNB I Account Holder: House of Grads I Account No: 621 299 777 68 I Branch Code: 220 629
Payment Reference: DUT + Your Date of Birth

YOUR PERSONAL DETAILS:

Full Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Cell Number

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name of Completed Program/ Course: ____________________________________________________________________________

Date & Time of Graduation: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Special Requirements? E.g. You Require A Very Small/ Very Large Gown, or A Neckband/ Hood From Another University or College,
etc. NB: These Requests Must Be Made At Least 2 Weeks Prior To The Ceremony: __________________________________________

If you are PURCHASING & REQUIRE POSTAGE kindly complete the following:

Height (Head to toe): __________________________________________________________________________________________

Pants or Dress Size: __________________________________________________________________________________________

FOR DOCTORAL GRADUANDS ONLY: Head Measurement (Around your head, above your ears): _______

NOTE: ALL DOCTORAL GRADUANDS MUST CONTACT HOUSE OF GRADUATES IN ADVANCE IF CUSTOM SIZING IS REQUIRED.

TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR HIRE:

• Should hired attire not be returned, House of Graduates will hand over your details to our legal department and you will be
required to pay a fee of R2 000 (R4 000 for PhD graduands) to recover the replacement costs of the hired attire, plus legal fees.

• Loss or damage will result in the full cost being charged.

• Hired attire must be returned immediately after the ceremony. If not, a late return fee of R100 per day will be levied.

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NB: HOUSE OF GRADUATES IS YOUR APPROVED PROVIDER OF GRADUATION ATTIRE

YOU WILL FIND US INSIDE THE GRADUATION VENUE, NEVER ON THE STREET OUTSIDE THE VENUE