What will I receive?
- A hard copy of your degree certificate and transcript of your marks
- An electronic degree certificate and transcript of your marks
When and how will I receive my documents?
Attending your ceremony | Not attending (graduating in absentia) | PremierCert+ guidance
Attending your ceremony
Your printed certificate and transcript
If you attend your ceremony, you will collect your certificate and transcript once you have crossed the stage.
Your digital certificate and transcript of marks
Following your graduation ceremony, you will receive an email from PremierCert titled "Welcome to PremierCert+". PremierCert+ is a secure online portal where you can view, download and share your official documents. For further information, view our PremierCert+ guidance.
Not attending (graduating in absentia)
Your printed certificate and transcript
If you decide not to attend your ceremony, you will graduate in absentia and we'll post your documents to the home address shown on and email you the tracking details once they leave our mail room. This will happen automatically if you don't attend your ceremony. You have until 12 noon on Friday 20 November to update your name or address.
This service takes two days to UK addresses and seven days to international addresses (please note, this is not available for PO Box addresses).
Alternatively, you can choose one of the options below:
| Collect your certificate (or nominate a friend to collect it for you) |
Collection will be available at the Student Service Centre in the Portland Building on University Park Campus between Tuesday 15 and Thursday 17 December.
You have until 5pm on Friday 20 November to book a collection slot.
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| Book a UPS courier service |
We can courier your certificate to you anywhere in the world.
The charge for this service is £40, but delivery to PO Box address is guaranteed. This may provide you peace of mind if your address is difficult to locate and you need your documents urgently.
The deadline to choose and pay for this service is 5pm on Friday 20 November. If you pay the charge after the deadline, we will send your documents to you by Royal Mail and refund the courier charge.
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Your digital certificate and transcript of marks
Following your graduation ceremony, you will receive an email from PremierCert titled "Welcome to PremierCert+". PremierCert+ is a secure online portal where you can view, download and share your official documents. For further information, view our PremierCert+ guidance.
PremierCert+ guidance
PremierCert+ is a secure online portal where you can view, download, and share your degree certificate and transcript of marks.
Click on the plus icons below for further information on using the portal.
You will receive an email from PremierCert titled "Welcome to PremierCert+".
This email will contain a link to access the portal along with your sign in details.
When you first log in, you will be prompted to create a unique password for your account.
Retrieving your documents
Once signed in, you can view or download your documents.
To do this, select the relevant document and click 'View' or 'Download'. You can also print your document by using the print icon in the toolbar.
Sending your documents to a third-party
You can share your documents with a third-party, for example, an employer or university, by entering their email address into the 'Document details' box and selecting 'Send'.
The recipient will receive a link to view your documents. Please note, for security reasons, the link will expire after one week.
Having trouble accessing PremierCert+?
- Use a desktop or laptop - the portal is not mobile friendly
- Sign in using the details provided in the email (not your university username)
- Check that pop-ups are enabled
- Use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge
Need further help with your certificate?
If you require additional copies of your certificate or diploma supplement (transcript of marks), these can be ordered through our Online Store.
You can also read our or contact Student Services.