Useful documents to keep safe

Degree certificates

You will gain your degree certificate during your graduation or through the mail if you are graduating in absentia. Your degree certificate should be kept in a safe place as most employers may need a copy of this as evidence of your qualifications.

Most people choose to frame their certificate and this is a great option to keep your certificate safe and you will know where it is. It is a good idea to photocopy your certificate and make a scanned copy to store in your computer before you put it in a frame. This way it will be easily accessible to you when applying for jobs or future study.

Academic transcript

Once your final exam results have been emailed to you, you will also receive a document called an academic transcript. This document lists all the modules you have studied and the grades you have received throughout your degree. This is particularly important if you choose to go on to further study. Admissions will often ask for a copy of your degree certificate and your academic transcript as evidence of your qualifications.

For students joining chartered memberships upon graduation; for instance, the British Psychological Society (BPS), you may be required to show a copy of your academic transcript, as well as your degree certificate to be awarded membership.