Kent residents honoured at graduation ceremony
Two prominent Kent figures have been recognised with Honorary Doctorates, celebrating their outstanding contributions to business and education.
21 January 2026
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Inspirational, leading figures awarded Honorary Doctorates
BAFTA-winning explorer Steve Backshall MBE is among the inspirational and influential leading figures awarded Honorary Doctorates by Canterbury Christ Church University.
18 September 2025
Medway’s Dr Ranj receives Honorary Doctorate for contribution to public life
Medway born multi-talented NHS doctor, BAFTA-award winning TV presenter, author, health and LGBTQ+ advocate Dr Ranj Singh has received an Honorary Doctorate from Canterbury Christ Church University.
11 February 2025
Iconic and inspirational figures awarded Honorary Doctorates
Iconic and inspirational figures from the worlds of children’s TV, art, journalism, law, and faith have received Honorary Doctorates from Canterbury Christ Church University.
04 February 2025
Inspirational figures to be awarded Honorary Doctorates by University
Five leading figures from the worlds of drama, sport, STEM, journalism, and business will receive Honorary Doctorates from Canterbury Christ Church University.
12 September 2024
Climate change action advocate, philanthropist, and GP practice nurse among Canterbury Christ Church Alumni Award winners
The University welcomed more than 100 graduates and guests to the annual Alumni Awards evening.
28 June 2024
Canterbury Christ Church alumna and England and GB hockey star receives Honorary Doctorate
Olympian, Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Canterbury Christ Church University alumna, Grace Balsdon, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate in recognition of her achievements in elite sport.
06 September 2023
Canterbury Christ Church University is number one in the UK for graduates in employment
Figures released in the most recent Graduate Outcomes survey reveal that Canterbury Christ Church University is the best university in the UK for graduates in employment.
22 June 2023
Graduation is a family affair
Three members of the Broadhurst family celebrated graduating together last week, at a unique event at Canterbury Christ Church University’s winter graduation ceremonies.
03 February 2023
University awards honours in recognition of public service to Kent and its communities
The University has conferred Frank Martin and John McParland with Honorary Doctorates in recognition of outstanding service and contributions in the fields of business, education and public life.
30 August 2022
Celebrating students and honouring Kent residents at graduations
Nearly 2,500 Canterbury Christ Church University students celebrated with family and friends last week as graduations took place at the historic Canterbury Cathedral.
11 November 2021
Christ Church Honorary Doctor awarded Damehood in New Year's Honours List
Christ Church Honorary Doctor Lynne Owens CBE QPM MA and Director General of the National Crime Agency (NCA) has been made a Dame Commander of the Order of the Bath (DCB).
04 January 2021