FAQs – Universidad Europea, Graduation Ceremonies

• When will the graduation ceremonies take place?

On 23rd, 34th and 25th October 2026.

• Which degree programmes will be graduating?

The online programmes offered by Universidad Europea de Madrid, Universidad Europea de Valencia and Universidad Europea de Canarias.

• How do I know which day my graduation ceremony will take place?

You will find details of the date and time of your graduation ceremony when you register on the platform, which is not yet open. We will also send them to you in your registration confirmation email.

• Where will the graduation ceremonies take place?

Villaviciosa de Odón Campus in Madrid

• What requirements must I meet to attend the graduation ceremonies?

–    Be enrolled on a degree programme of more than 90 ECTS credits

–    Have all required credits registered

–    In the case of double degrees, have completed both

–    Be up to date with all university fees.

• Are these venues accessible for people with reduced mobility and/or wheelchairs?

• I live abroad. Can the University process my visa?

The University cannot process visa applications, but we can provide you with a letter of invitation so that you can apply for one.

• I live abroad. Can the University process my visa application?

The University cannot process visa applications, but we can provide you with a letter of invitation so that you can apply for one.

• I live abroad. Can the University send me a letter of invitation to help me apply for my visa?

Yes, to request the invitation letter, please visit the following link: https://cloud.sfmc.universidadeuropea.es/VisadosInvitaciones. If you have any questions, please contact your academic advisor or online tutor, and they will explain how to proceed.

• I need an invitation letter for my accompanying family members so they can apply for a travel visa. How do I request this?

Yes, to arrange the invitation letter, please visit the following link: https://cloud.sfmc.universidadeuropea.es/VisadosInvitaciones. If you have any questions, please contact your academic advisor or online tutor, and they will explain how to proceed.

• Do I need to be registered to attend the event?

Yes.

• How will the registration process work?

Once registration opens, we will inform you via the usual channels.

• Do children and babies count as accompanying guests?

Yes, due to capacity restrictions.

• Can I bring more guests than the limit allows?

No, capacity restrictions do not allow us to increase the number of invitations.

• Do guests need to provide identification?

No. Each registered student will be able to collect the tickets they have requested in person just before their event and may give them to whoever they wish.

• I am a student and cannot attend my graduation ceremony. Can I register and transfer my guest tickets to a fellow student?

No. Tickets must be collected in person by the student who requested them. Accompanying persons will not be admitted unless the student is present.

• What are the scheduled dates for registration and confirmation of attendance (students, alumni and their guests)?

Once the dates have been published, we will send them to you via the usual channels.

• Where and when can I collect the tickets?

A few days before the event, you will receive your digital (QR) ticket by email, along with instructions on how to collect your guests’ tickets in person on campus before your graduation ceremony.

They will each have a single-use QR code, which will be scanned at the entrance to the venue.

• How many people will attend each event?

Between 300 and 500 people

• In which language will the graduation ceremonies be held?

In Spanish, although there will be supporting materials in English.

• What happens if I don’t confirm my attendance but turn up anyway?

We recommend that, if you wish to attend, you register on the platform by the specified dates. If you turn up on the day of the event without having registered in advance, you will only be able to enter the venue if there is still space available because a confirmed guest has not turned up. This scenario is highly unlikely.

• Where can I view the photos from the graduation events?

After the graduation ceremony, we will publish the photos and send you a link so you can view and download them.

• I cannot attend the graduation ceremony as I am not in Spain. Can I watch it via live stream?

You can watch the ceremonies live via the University’s YouTube channel at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/@UnivEuropea

• I can’t attend the graduation ceremony; can I apply for the cap and gown?

No, caps and gowns are only handed out on the day of the graduation ceremony.

• Who should I contact to take part in the group photo/photography session?

The University does not organise group photos; instead, the students organise them themselves.

• How many guests can I bring to the ceremony?

You may attend with 2 guests

• Can I attend the graduation ceremony if I have subjects pending from the resit period?

Yes, the requirement to attend the ceremony is to have all the credits for your degree programme registered

• I can’t attend this year’s graduation ceremony. Will I be able to attend next year’s ceremonies?

No, for organisational reasons, graduates from previous years are not permitted to attend graduation ceremonies.