Certificates

On this page you will find more information about ordering a replacement degree certificate or a certified copy from our online store.

Replacement certificates

If your certificate has been lost, stolen or damaged, a replacement certificate can be purchased from our online store for £40.00.

You must provide proof of your identity after placing your order.

A replacement certificate will only be issued once you provide us with proof of your identity (e.g. passport, birth certificate) to awards@bradford.ac.uk.
If your name has changed, we will also require proof of your name at the time of award (e.g. birth or marriage certificate).
If we do not receive your proof of identity and certificate image within 5 working days of your order, your request will be cancelled, and a refund will be provided.
The University of Bradford will only issue one replacement certificate.

Order a replacement certificate

Certified certificate copies

Certified copies of your certificate can be purchased from our online store for £10.00 per copy.

You must provide a scanned copy of your original certificate and proof of your identity after placing your order.

The University of Bradford does not hold copies of certificates, you must email awards@bradford.ac.uk with an image of your original certificate.
A certified copy of your degree certificate will only be issued once you provide us with proof of your identity (e.g. passport, birth certificate) to awards@bradford.ac.uk.
If we do not receive your proof of identity and certificate within 5 working days of your order, your request will be cancelled, and a refund will be provided.

This service is only available to students who have already graduated and the original copy is currently in their possession. We cannot certify copies of certificates which have already been marked, certified or notarised by a third party.

Order a certified certificate copy

How do I place an order?

To place an order click the link above for the document you require.

Add the item(s) to your basket and then click Proceed to Checkout
You will be required to enter your email address to register or continue as a guest
Fill out the required details - please include any information you think is relevant to your order and don't forget to include your UB (student) number and contact details
Make your payment
When your order is complete you will get a confirmation email and an order number, please use this number when corresponding with us.

Remember to email awards@bradford.ac.uk with proof of your identity so your order can be completed. If your name has changed since you have graduated you will also need to provide proof of name change.

If we do not receive your proof of identity and certificate within 5 working days of your order, your request will be cancelled, and a refund will be provided.

What are my postage options?

Standard postage (free):

2nd class (UK )
Standard international mail (Non-UK)
Please note we cannot guarantee delivery on this option or provide a tracking reference

DHL Courier - UK (£10):

UK delivery only
A tracking number will be provided
An additional £10 will be added in your basket at checkout

DHL courier - International (£25)

Non-UK delivery only
A tracking number will be provided
An additional £25 will be added in your basket at checkout
Please note if the cost of postage to your country is more than £25 we may contact you to provide the remaining cost.

How is the certificate certified?

Your copy certificate will be printed on card, stamped as an original copy of the document and signed by a member of the Awards team.

Can the certificate be sent alongside my paper transcript?

Certificates can be sent alongside transcripts, please ensure you add both options to your basket before checking out.

If you choose for them to be posted by DHL you will only need to add this option once.

I did not attend graduation, how do I receive my certificate?

If you do not respond to your ceremony invitation you automatically graduate in absentia and your certificate remains with the University until you request it.

To request your certificate please email awards@bradford.ac.uk with your UB number and postal address and provide us with proof of your identity (e.g. passport, birth certificate).

Please note we are unable to release transcripts and certificates if you have an outstanding debt with the University.

Further details about how to pay can be found on our website.

Can I change the name showing on my transcript/certificate?

University of Bradford certificates/transcripts are historic documents and cannot usually be edited.

Once a student has been awarded, the name on the record is not usually changed to avoid misuse of academic documents and confusion of identities.

In certain circumstances we will consider changing the name on a student record so new documents can be issued. If you would like to make this request, please send further details and evidence to awards@bradford.ac.uk.

Advice to trans people who require a change of name on their degree certificate or transcript

When a trans person transitions to living permanently in their affirmed gender, they are able to change their name and gender on most public and private records including: driving licence, passport and their medical, employment and education records.

The University will facilitate a change of name on your transcript and certificate after graduation.

You will be requested to return your original certificate and provide evidence of your change of name to facilitate this change; we will accept scanned copies of a Statutory Declaration of Name Change or Deed Poll or overseas equivalent.

Please contact the Awards team for further guidance on awards@bradford.ac.uk or call +44 (0)1274 233002.