Graduates across a range of disciplines along with their families and friends have attended ceremonies at the Whitla Hall.
The programme also included the honorary graduate ceremony with actor Jamie Dornan awarded a Doctorate of the University for distinction in the Arts. Queen’s alumni Bernadette Collins, who has been involved in Formula One racing since her undergraduate years at the university, received a Doctorate of the University for distinction in Sport. A total of nine people were awarded an honorary degree.
Professor Sir Ian Greer, Queen’s University president and vice chancellor, said: “We are delighted to award honorary degrees to this group of hugely successful and inspirational group of individuals today. They have all played a significant role in putting Belfast and Northern Ireland on the map and we are honoured that they will be part of the Queen’s community.”
5. Winter Graduation
Monzila Chowdhury from Bangladesh graduating from Queen's with a Master's in Construction and Project Management. She is pictured with her husband. Photo: Submitted by Queen's University Belfast
6. Winter Graduation
Fauzan Harun from Indonesia and his parents celebrate his Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering. Photo: Submitted by Queen's University Belfast
7. Winter Graduation
Rebecca Fairbeard and her parents celebrating her BA in Philosophy and Politics. Photo: Submitted by Queen's University Belfast
8. Winter Graduation
Aswathi Sunil graduating from Queen's with a Master's in Construction and Project Management. Aswathi is pictured with her cousin Photo: Submitted by Queen's University Belfast