(1) This Policy prescribes: (2) This Policy applies to: (3) Within this Policy: (4) (5) The prescribed (6) (7) (8) The University is committed to reconciliation and inclusivity by building collaborative, meaningful relationships of reciprocity. We will continue to provide an environment that respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures and connections to country. Staff and (9) Any (10) (11) The colour standards for the purposes of (12) The official distinguishing colours of the University are Gold (BCC 114), Bottle Green (BCC 25) and Black. (13) The colours used for gown facings, hoods or stoles should represent discrete groupings of (14) Double Degrees (e.g. BA/LLB) are represented by the two sets of colours representing each degree and graduates of a double degree have the discretion to wear the degree colours of their choice (e.g. the BA or the LLB hood). (15) Already approved colours outside of the above broad groupings remain unchanged and may be used as the basis for future (16) The colours for the (17) The Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer (VC&CEO) or delegate may approve new (18) A (19) Unless there is a compelling case, the new (20) (21) The VC&CEO makes this University Policy pursuant to Section 29 of the University of New England Act. (22) (23) The Policy Steward is the DVC who is authorised to establish associated informationto support the operation of this Policy. The associated information must be compatible with the provisions of this Policy. (24) This Policy operates as and from the (25) Previous Policy and Procedures on (26) Notwithstanding the other provisions of this Policy, the VC&CEO may approve an exception to this Policy where the VC&CEO determines the application of the Policy would otherwise lead to an unfair, unreasonable or absurd outcome. (27) A periodic review of colours and availability will be commissioned by the DVC.Academic Dress Policy
Section 1 - Overview and Scope
Top of PageSection 2 - Policy
Part A - Occasions
Part B - Academic Dress Standards
Fellow of the University
Black Cambridge gown for the degree of Bachelor.
A gold silk stole (BCC114) of width 12.5 cm and total length 2.5 m, edged to a depth of 2 cm with green silk (BCC 25), with the shield of the University emblazoned on the left-hand panel 150 cm above the end.
Black cloth trencher cap.
Doctor*
Festal Gown of scarlet cloth of the Cambridge doctorate pattern faced with silk the colour or colours of the degree with a narrow edging of gold silk (BCC 114).
Hood of scarlet cloth lined throughout with silk the colour or colours of the degree and edged to a depth of 5 cm with gold silk (BCC 114).
Black velvet bonnet with gold cord.
* Where two colours are named, the 10 cm single facing on the gown is replaced by two 5 cm facings. The first colour is nearest to the centre of the body and the second to the edging of gold. The sleeves are lined with the first colour and edged with a 5 cm band of the second. The hood is lined with the first and edged 5 cm with the second; the latter edging is inside the hood only and lies inside the gold.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Hood of scarlet cloth lined throughout with white silk and edged to a depth of 5cm with gold silk (BCC114).
Black velvet bonnet with black cord.
Master#
Black cloth Cambridge gown for the degree of Master.
Hood of black silk lined throughout with silk the colour of the degree and edged to a depth of 5 cm with gold silk (BCC 114).
Black cloth trencher cap.
# Where two colours are named, the hood is lined with the first colour and edged 5 cm with the second; the second is inside the hood only and lies inside the gold. The neckband is lined with the first.
Graduate Diploma/ Graduate Certificate
Black gown worn by graduates holding the degree of Bachelor of the University.
Gold cloth stole (BCC 114) of width 10 cm and total length 2.5 m, with two 13 mm satin ribbons in the distinguishing colour or colours running the length of the stole, the first being 1 cm from the outside edge and the second 1 cm from the first.
Black cloth trencher cap.
Bachelor##
Black cloth Cambridge gown worn by graduates holding the degree of Bachelor.
Hood of black silk lined to a depth of 15 cm with silk the colour of the degree and edged to a depth of 4 cm with gold silk (BCC 114).
Black cloth trencher cap.
## Where two colours are named, the hood is lined to a depth of 15 cm with the first and edged 4 cm with the second; the second is inside the hood only and lies inside the gold. The neckband is lined with the first.
Advanced Diploma/ Diploma/ Certificate###
Black gown worn by graduates holding the degree of Bachelor of the University.
Gold cloth stole (BCC 114) of width 10 cm and total length 2.5 m, with one 13 mm satin ribbon in the distinguishing colour or colours running the length of the stole being 1 cm from the outside edge. iii. Associate Diploma/Associate Degree: 13 mm horizontal satin ribbon in the distinguishing colour or colours running edge to edge, 30 cm from inside edge of mitre.
Black cloth trencher cap.
### Where two colours are named, they will be 6.5 mm wide and in the case of the Associate Diploma the first will be above the second. In all other cases the first will be nearest the outside edge of the stole.
Acknowledgement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ancestry
Trencher Caps and Bonnets
Holders of more than one degree
Part C - Colour Standards of Academic Dress
Part D - Establishment of a new colour
Section 3 - Authority and Compliance
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Roles and Responsibilities
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Award/ Role
Robe
Hood/Stole
Cap
Chancellor
Black silk gown replete with gold ornaments, the yoke and facings trimmed with gold, and sleeves barred with gold.
Black velvet trencher cap with gold tassel, the cap edged with gold.
Deputy Chancellor
Black silk gown with yoke and facings trimmed with gold and sleeves barred with gold.
Black velvet trencher cap with gold tassel, the cap edged with gold.
Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer
Black silk gown replete with silver ornaments, the yoke and facings trimmed with silver.
Black velvet trencher cap with silver tassel, the cap edged with silver.
Council Members
The robes of their award or a black gown of the description worn by graduates holding the degree of Master.
Hood of black cloth lined throughout with gold silk (BCC 114).
Black cloth trencher cap with gold tassel.
Esquire Bedell
The robes of their award or black Cambridge gown for the degree of Master.
A hood of gold cloth of the Cambridge doctorate pattern lined throughout with blue silk (BCC 162) edged with red (BCC 210) and green (BCC 25) silk.
Black cloth trencher cap with gold tassel.
Cognate Discipline
Gown facings/ Hoods/ Stole Colour
Arts, Humanities
White (BCC 1)
AgEconomics, Agribusiness, Business, Commerce
Peacock Blue (BCC 120)
Computer Science, Information Technology
Powder Blue (BCC 193)
Education, Teaching
Violet (BCC 179)
Law
Ultramarine (BCC 148)
Allied Health, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy
Peony Red (BCC 37)
Environmental Science, Natural Resources
Reseda (BCC 77)
Rural Science, Agriculture
Dioptase (BCC 203)
Science
Straw (BCC 51)
Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work
Old Rose (BCC 157)
Gown ordering
All gowns are to be ordered through UNE Life Graduation Services who will act as a quality assurance process to ensure the correct gown and accompaniments colours are ordered for the relevant award.
UNE Life Graduation Services to provide an annual assurance report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor regarding the implementation of this Policy.
Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer
Vice-Chancellor (or delegate) to approve new award colour proposals.
Approve exemptions to this Policy in accordance with Clause 26.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Undertake a periodic review of the operation of this policy including considering annual reports from UNE Life Graduation Services.
Authorise exemptions from the requirement to wear the stipulated headwear (Clause 9).
Authorised to establishing associated information or guidance to support the implementation of this Policy.
Dean of Faculty
Propose new award colours as part of the establishment of a new discipline area.
Head of School
For a combined degree where there is equal division, the Head of School who is proposing the new course will recommend a colour.
Director UNE Life
UNE Life Graduation Services to check gown orders and colours against the academic dress standards in this Policy.
Provide an annual report to the DVC with assurance regarding the implementation of this Policy.