Honorary Graduates in 2018

Professor Dermot Diamond received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) in recognition of his services to science and his influence in traditional music.

Named as one of the most influential female tech executives in Silicon Valley, Sarah Friar, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Science (DSc) for distinguished service to the international technology industry.

Internationally renowned actor and singer from Derry-Londonderry, Bronagh Gallagher, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for her outstanding contribution to the arts.

The Director-General of the BBC, Lord Anthony (Tony) Hall received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for his civic contribution in transforming the BBC, along with the promotion of skills, employability and the regeneration of local communities.

Internationally renowned optician, scholar and lens designer, Professor Mohammed Jalie, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Science (DSc) for his services to Ulster Optometry/Health.

Internationally renowned Belfast-born design educator, Professor Alan Livingston CBE, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Fine Arts (DFA) for his services to Higher Education.

Former Dean of Belfast, The Very Reverend John Mann, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for his civic contribution in Belfast.

With a reputation for outstanding and academic accomplishments, Professor Ed Marram received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for his academic and technical accomplishments.

President of Ireland’s largest accountancy body and respected business mentor and advisor, Feargal McCormack received the honorary degree of Doctor of Science (DSc) for his civic contributions.

The Very Reverend William Morton received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for his outstanding civic contribution to the community of Derry~Londonderry.

As one of Northern Ireland’s leading sportsmen, four-time World Superbike Champion, Jonathan Rea MBE received the honorary degree of Doctor of Science (DSc) for his outstanding contribution to sport.

Artistic Director Zoe Seaton received the honorary degree of Doctor of Fine Arts (DFA) for her contribution to the arts.

Acclaimed pianist and vocal coach Ingrid Surgenor, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Letters (DLitt) for her contribution to the arts.

Former Chief Executive of the Western Health and Social Care Trust, Elaine Way, received the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws (LLD) for her services to health.