Here are some of those who enjoyed those memorable moments as graduation day brought rewards for their years of hard work.
1. Summer graduations
Andrea Moldovan-Grunfeld celebrated graduating from Queen's University Belfast with a PhD in Applied Behavioural Analysis. Andrea is pictured with partner Dragos and son Philip. Photo: QUB
2. Summer graduations
Colm Murney from Rostrevor is pictured celebrating his graduation with a Master's in Education and Leadership from Queen's University. Photo: QUB
3. Summer graduations
Saoirse McGuinness from west Belfast celebrates graduating from Queen's University Belfast with a degree in Law Photo: QUB
4. Summer graduations
Former Miss Northern Ireland, Anna Leith, celebrations on graduation day with dad Christopher and mum Jane Photo: QUB