The titles of Professor Emerita and Professor Emeritus may be conferred on a retiring professor of the University in recognition of their sustained outstanding service.
If you have any queries, please contact the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor & Provost Office.
Please note. Before 1951 honorary degrees were conferred (ad eundem gradum degrees), and from 1952 honorary awards. The University's legislation was amended in 1952 to confirm that the University could award honorary degrees.
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