What can I expect from my Graduation Day?
The ceremony consists of speeches from Senior Staff Members and a student representative.
A key part of the ceremony as a graduate is walking across the stage in your academic dress and shaking hands with the Presiding Officer. The Presenting Head will announce your name and course.
Each ceremony lasts about 1 hour. It will be followed by a celebratory drink’s reception lasting around one hour. Gowns will need to be returned promptly after the drinks reception to allow us to prepare for the next ceremony.
When will I graduate?
Spring 2026 – Berlin Graduation Ceremony
To be eligible to attend Arden University’s Berlin 2027 graduation ceremony, your final intended award must have been confirmed and ratified by the Progression and Award Board held between February 2026 and by January 2027.
Please refer to the relevant table below to determine your graduation date. Your graduation date is determined by the submission date of your final assessment or dissertation.
These dates are subject to change due to capacity of graduation venues. Once your graduation date is confirmed it will be added to our website. Once you have completed your programme and your final award has been confirmed, the graduation team will email you directly with exact details of your graduation.
On Campus Student Timetable
| Submission Week | Progression and Awards Board | Graduation Date |
| w/c 19th January 2026 | 23rd February 2026 | Spring 2027 |
| w/c 16th February 2026 | 30th March 2026 | Spring 2027 |
| w/c 6th April 2026 | 12th May 2026 | Spring 2027 |
| w/c 4th May 2026 | 15th June 2026 | Spring 2027 |
| w/c 20th June 2026 | 27th July 2026 | Spring 2027 |
The Venue
Where: bcc Congress Centre, Berlin
When: Spring 2027
The bcc is centrally located in Berlin-Mitte within walking distance of Alexanderplatz and various hotels, restaurants and bars. The easiest way to get there is by public transport to the nearest train station, Alexanderplatz. Alternatively, there are several car parks in the immediate vicinity of the bcc, which also have charging stations for electric cars.
About the venue
From 1961 to 1964, the "Haus des Lehrers" (House of the Teacher) is built at Alexanderplatz with a separate domed building for events. This part of the building referred to as the congress hall in the 80s and 90s (now known as the "bcc") captivates with its clear, transparent forms and many interesting architectural details. The gleaming aluminium dome is visible even from afar. There is an unobstructed view of Berlin's cityscape from the foyers. Together with the neighbouring Haus des Lehrers, today's bcc forms an impressive ensemble at Alexanderplatz.
Where to stay
- Premier Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz – 0.3km from the venue
- Holiday Inn Express Berlin Alexanderplatz – 0.9km from the venue
- Hampton by Hilton Berlin Alexanderplatz – 0.6km from the venue
- Motel One Berlin – Alexanderplatz – 0.3km from the venue
Travel by Public Transport
- Regional train: RE1, RE2, RE7, RB14
- U-Bahn: U2, U5, U8
- S-Bahn: S3, S5, S7, S9
- Bus: 100, 200, 245
- Tram: M4, M5, M6, M48
Travel by Taxi
From Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
- Distance: approx. 23 km
- Driving time: approx. 35-60 min
- Taxi price: approx. 45.00 EUR
Location & Travel – for details of local Car Parks and recommended hotels
Location
bcc Berlin Congress Center GmbH
Alexanderstr. 11
10178 Berlin (Germany)
Email us: graduation@arden.ac.uk