Graduation 2023

NCI's graduation ceremony took place on the 13th of November 2023.

NCI Graduation Ceremony

The NCI Graduation Ceremony takes place in the Convention Centre Dublin.


National College of Ireland's graduation ceremony took place in The Convention Centre Dublin on Monday, November 13th.

A full schedule of the Graduation day can be seen below.

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 in September. 

Graduation Tickets

Please note that the sale of graduation tickets has now ended.

Watch Graduation Ceremonies

All 4 graduation ceremonies are now available to be viewed online. See tabs below for further information.

Session One – 11am

  • Master of Science in FinTech
  • Master of Science in Management
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Business in Management
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Science in FinTech
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Accounting and Finance
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing
  • Higher Diploma in Science in Computing
  • Bachelor of Science (Ordinary) in Computing
  • Higher Certificate in Business
  • Certificate in Social Welfare Appeals
  • Certificate in Public Employment Services Provision
  • Certificate in Social Protection Investigative Work
  • Certificate in Social Welfare Decision Making
  • Certificate in Social Protection Studies
  • Certificate in Trade Union Studies

Session Two – 1.30pm

  • Master of Arts in Human Resource Management
  • Master of Science in Data Analytics
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Human Resource Management
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Data Analytics
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Technology Management
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Data Science
  • Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics
  • Certificate in Business Analysis
  • Certificate in Data Analytics

Session Three – 4pm

  • Master of Business Administration
  • Master of Science in International Business
  • Master of Science in Marketing
  • Master of Science in Cyber Security
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Business in International Business
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Business in Marketing
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Cyber Security
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Marketing Practice
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Recruitment Practice
  • Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care
  • Higher Diploma in Financial Services Analytics
  • Higher Certificate in International Financial Services
  • Certificate in Non-Profit Leadership and Management
  • Certificate in Science in Computing
  • Certificate in Business Management

Session Four – 6.30pm

  • Master of Science in Cloud Computing
  • Master of Science in Finance
  • Master of Arts in Educational Practice
  • Master of Science in Entrepreneurship
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Cloud Computing
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Educational Practice in Teaching for Further Education
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Business in Entrepreneurship
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Science in FinTech
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in HRM Strategy and Practice
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Human Resource Management
  • Higher Certificate in Computing
  • Higher Certificate in Business Computing
  • Higher Certificate in Science in Computing Applications and Support
  • Diploma in HR Strategy and Practice
  • Certificate in Software Development Fundamentals
  • Certificate in Leadership, Governance & Change Management
  • Certificate in Technologies in Teaching and Learning
  • Certificate in Technologies in Assessment Feedback and Learning Support
  • Certificate in Emerging Digital Technologies
  • Certificate in Technology Enhanced Learning
  • Certificate in Learning and Technology
  • Certificate in Curriculum & Pedagogical Practice for Early Childhood Home Visit
  • CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Management – People Management
  • CIPD Diploma in Organisational Learning and Development

Graduation and Covid-19 Guidelines

Considering the recent changes to Covid-19 restrictions, all graduates and guests are not required to provide a Covid vaccination certificate or proof of immunity and photo ID upon arrival to The Convention Centre Dublin for the National College of Ireland Graduation. Mask wearing is no longer mandatory for all graduates and guests throughout the duration of the Graduation Ceremony. This is subject to change, in line with Government guidelines.  

Please note that if you or your guests are displaying any Covid-19 symptoms or are feeling unwell leading up to the Graduation, we would ask that you do not attend the ceremony.

Social Media

Share your graduation day, give someone a special mention, or share what you are thankful for on social media. 

Friends and family members of graduands can send their congratulations and well wishes by tagging @NCIRL and including #NCIGrad2023 in your posts on social media.

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. You can book your photography here.

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, but we do encourage to collect your gown in advance of the day of your Graduation Ceremony. All gowns must be returned to the Gown Return stand at the Convention Centre on the day. 

You can collect your gown in either Room 1.02 or 1.03 at NCI Campus on Saturday 11th November between 10am-1pm.

Not attending the NCI Graduation?

If you will not be joining us on the Graduation day, you can collect your parchment from NCI at the below dates and times:

  • Wednesday 22nd November (main atrium): 10am – 12pm, 1.30pm - 4pm, 5pm – 6pm
  • Thursday 23rd November (student services desk): 10am – 12pm, 2pm – 4pm
  • Friday 24th November (student services desk): 10am – 12pm, 2pm – 4pm

The Graduation Ball

We are excited to invite you to the Graduation Ball for the 2023 class at National College of Ireland. This event will be a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate our achievements together and enjoy one last memorable evening before we embark on our next adventures.

The Graduation Ball will take place on November 17th at Clontarf Castle and tickets for this event are limited.

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 3 course meal, live music, and dancing, as well as a few surprises that we have planned! Dress code is formal attire, so please come dressed to impress!

Tickets for the Graduation Ball are €70.

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 8-10 to email graduationball@ncirl.ie

We look forward to seeing you at the Graduation Ball. You can purchase your tickets here.

Contact Us

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