Academic dress of the University of Dublin
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Academic dress
Academic dress or academical dress is a traditional form of clothing for academic settings, primarily tertiary education, worn mainly by those that have been admitted to a university degree or hold a status that entitles them to assume them...
prescribed at the University of Dublin
University of Dublin
The University of Dublin , corporately designated the Chancellor, Doctors and Masters of the University of Dublin , located in Dublin, Ireland, was effectively founded when in 1592 Queen Elizabeth I issued a charter for Trinity College, Dublin, as "the mother of a university" – this date making it...
and its sole constituent college
Residential college
A residential college is an organisational pattern for a division of a university that places academic activity in a community setting of students and faculty, usually at a residence and with shared meals, the college having a degree of autonomy and a federated relationship with the overall...
, Trinity College
Trinity College, Dublin
Trinity College, Dublin , formally known as the College of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Queen Elizabeth near Dublin, was founded in 1592 by letters patent from Queen Elizabeth I as the "mother of a university", Extracts from Letters Patent of Elizabeth I, 1592: "...we...found and...
, follows a relatively straightforward protocol in common with other universities
University
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in Ireland
Republic of Ireland
Ireland , described as the Republic of Ireland , is a sovereign state in Europe occupying approximately five-sixths of the island of the same name. Its capital is Dublin. Ireland, which had a population of 4.58 million in 2011, is a constitutional republic governed as a parliamentary democracy,...
and with the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
The University of Oxford is a university located in Oxford, United Kingdom. It is the second-oldest surviving university in the world and the oldest in the English-speaking world. Although its exact date of foundation is unclear, there is evidence of teaching as far back as 1096...
in the United Kingdom
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
, with certain of which it shares some particular characteristics of dress.
Occasions when worn
The 1966 consolidated statutes of the university and the college state, "The Provost, and every Fellow, Professor, other Academic Officer, Scholar, and other Student shall have a cap and gown, and shall wear them while performing their Academic duties"; the precise significance of "Academic duties" is not made explicit. As late as the 1960s, gowns were still commonly worn for some lectures and examinations, but in practice the wearing of academic dress is now confined to graduation ceremonies and other formal occasions. Some student societies, such as the College Historical Society and the University Philosophical Society, officially require academic dress at their meetings, but this postulation is never now observed.Components
After the names of the components, the Groves Classification Number is given in square brackets.Gowns
Gowns are open-fronted, like those generally used throughout IrelandRepublic of Ireland
Ireland , described as the Republic of Ireland , is a sovereign state in Europe occupying approximately five-sixths of the island of the same name. Its capital is Dublin. Ireland, which had a population of 4.58 million in 2011, is a constitutional republic governed as a parliamentary democracy,...
and the United Kingdom
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
, but not the United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
, and they are largely similar in shape to those of the University of Oxford. The main types seen are the bachelors
Bachelor's degree
A bachelor's degree is usually an academic degree awarded for an undergraduate course or major that generally lasts for three or four years, but can range anywhere from two to six years depending on the region of the world...
' and masters
Master's degree
A master's is an academic degree granted to individuals who have undergone study demonstrating a mastery or high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice...
' gowns. In addition, for certain formal occasions, Doctors wear special dress gowns, distinguished by the use of scarlet; the sleeves and facings of these are adorned in some cases with various patterns that indicate the exact degree or degrees that they possess, allowing this to be determined even when hoods are not being worn.
Undergraduates
The undergraduate gown is now very rarely seen. It consists of a short, sleeveless gown made of black stuffStuff (cloth)
In the context of materials Stuff can refer to any manufactured material. This is illustrated from a quote by Sir Francis Bacon in his 1658 publication New Atlantis:"Wee have also diverse Mechanicall Arts, which you have not; And Stuffes made by them; As Papers, Linnen, Silks, Tissues; dainty Works...
with a flap collar and is similar in shape to the Oxford Advanced Students' gown [u5]. It has distinctive decoration: three rows of tassels are found on the flap above each armhole, with another three tassels half an inch below, and a nine-inch slit upwards from the back midline hem. Scholars, both those on the Foundation and non-Foundation, are entitled to wear the bachelors' gown from and after their election whether they have graduated or not. Graduates of diploma programmes also wear the undergraduates gown, both in the case of undergraduate diplomas and postgraduate diplomas.
Bachelors
These wear a clerical-type gown [b12] of black Irish Russell cordRussell cord
Russell cord is a corded fabric made with a cotton warp and worsted filling; two warp ends are woven together to form the cord. The cord lines run warpwise. It can be woven using 40% cotton and 60% wool . It is mainly used in the making of quality black academical dress, as well as clerical dress...
, in the Oxford BA shape [b1] but with shorter sleeves. It has no collar, but instead has the voluminous material of its back and the open bell-shaped sleeves gathered into a yoke.
Masters
Masters wear a gown [m3] in black cloth, silkSilk
Silk is a natural protein fiber, some forms of which can be woven into textiles. The best-known type of silk is obtained from the cocoons of the larvae of the mulberry silkworm Bombyx mori reared in captivity...
or poplin
Poplin
Poplin, also called tabinet , is a strong fabric in a plain weave of any fiber or blend, with crosswise ribs that typically gives a corded surface.Poplin traditionally consisted of a silk warp with a weft of worsted yarn...
, similar to the Oxford MA shape [m1] but with a very high cresentic cut in the sleeves giving a deep blunt point to the bases, and with a cord and button on the yoke.
Doctors
Holders of University of Dublin doctoral degrees have two sets of costume: undress and full dress (or scarlet). Full dress is worn on formal college and university occasions.Full dress
The gown is scarlet and in the Oxford doctors' shape [d2], with a cord and button on the yoke, and with the sleeves and facings varying in colour according to the degree. The body of the Mus.D. robe is white flowered damask, rather than scarlet cloth.
| Degree | Gown |
|---|---|
| Divinity: D.D. Doctor of Divinity Doctor of Divinity is an advanced academic degree in divinity. Historically, it identified one who had been licensed by a university to teach Christian theology or related religious subjects.... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with black velvet |
| Laws: LL.D. | Scarlet cloth, faced with pink silk |
| Medicine: M.D. Doctor of Medicine Doctor of Medicine is a doctoral degree for physicians. The degree is granted by medical schools... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with crimson silk |
| Letters: Litt.D. Doctor of Letters Doctor of Letters is a university academic degree, often a higher doctorate which is frequently awarded as an honorary degree in recognition of outstanding scholarship or other merits.-Commonwealth:... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with blue silk |
| Science: Sc.D. Doctor of Science Doctor of Science , usually abbreviated Sc.D., D.Sc., S.D. or Dr.Sc., is an academic research degree awarded in a number of countries throughout the world. In some countries Doctor of Science is the name used for the standard doctorate in the sciences, elsewhere the Sc.D... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with myrtle green silk |
| Music: Mus.D. Doctor of Music The Doctor of Music degree , like other doctorates, is an academic degree of the highest level. The D.Mus. is intended for musicians and composers who wish to combine the highest attainments in their area of specialization with doctoral-level academic study in music... |
White flowered silk, faced with rose satin |
| Philosophy: Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy Doctor of Philosophy, abbreviated as Ph.D., PhD, D.Phil., or DPhil , in English-speaking countries, is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with yellow silk |
| Clinical psychology: D.Clin.Psych. Doctor of Clinical Psychology The degree of Doctor of Clinical Psychology is a professional doctorate in clinical psychology, awarded mainly in the United Kingdom. The degree has both clinical and research components, and qualifies the holder to practice as a clinical psychologist in Britain's National Health Service and other... |
Red, faced with light green silk |
| Education: D.Ed. Doctor of Education The Doctor of Education or Doctor in Education degree , in Latin, Doctor Educationis, is a research-oriented professional doctorate that prepares the student for academic, administrative, clinical, or research positions in educational, civil, and private organizations.-Differences between an Ed.D... |
Blue cloth, faced with rose silk |
| Dental surgery: D.Ch.Dent. Doctor of Dental Surgery There are a number of first professional degrees in dentistry offered by schools in various countries around the world. These include the following:* Doctor of Dental Surgery * Doctor of Dental Medicine * Bachelor of Dentistry... |
Scarlet cloth, faced with pale blue silk |
Hoods
Hoods made of silk are worn on the back as an indicator of academic status. The design of hoods as set by University and College Statutes Chapter XXII is below. Their design is distinctive [f2], having a full shape with an inch-wide edging to the cape and cowl, and in some cases they have poplinPoplin
Poplin, also called tabinet , is a strong fabric in a plain weave of any fiber or blend, with crosswise ribs that typically gives a corded surface.Poplin traditionally consisted of a silk warp with a weft of worsted yarn...
or fur
Fur
Fur is a synonym for hair, used more in reference to non-human animals, usually mammals; particularly those with extensives body hair coverage. The term is sometimes used to refer to the body hair of an animal as a complete coat, also known as the "pelage". Fur is also used to refer to animal...
decoration.
The BA hood is now, erroneously, cut in a modified (with a curved liripipe) Belfast simple-shape [s3] and lined with fur differently. Before 1909, the shape was the same as the Belfast shape but was changed to the full-shape. However, in recent years, the hood is made in the modified Belfast shape, for unknown reasons, and this is the current one supplied by the robemakers. Recently, the MB hood has been cut in the simple-shape which seem to have no official authorisation from the University at all.
Bachelors
| Degree | Hood |
|---|---|
| Arts: B.A. Bachelor of Arts A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both... |
Black, lined with white fur |
| Divinity: B.D. Bachelor of Divinity In Western universities, a Bachelor of Divinity is usually an undergraduate academic degree awarded for a course taken in the study of divinity or related disciplines, such as theology or, rarely, religious studies.... |
Black, lined with fine black silk |
| Laws: LL.B. Bachelor of Laws The Bachelor of Laws is an undergraduate, or bachelor, degree in law originating in England and offered in most common law countries as the primary law degree... Laws and German: LL.B. (Ling. Germ.) Laws and French: LL.B. (Ling. Franc.) |
Black, lined with white |
| Medicine: M.B. | Black, lined with crimson |
| Surgery: B.Ch. | Black, lined with white, edged with blue |
| Obstetrics: B.A.O. | Black, lined with olive |
| Engineering: B.A.I. Bachelor of Engineering The Bachelor of Engineering is an undergraduate academic degree awarded to a student after three to five years of studying engineering at universities in Armenia, Australia, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland , Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Jordan, Korea,... |
Black, lined with green |
| Music: Mus.B. Bachelor of Music Bachelor of Music is an academic degree awarded by a college, university, or conservatory upon completion of program of study in music. In the United States, it is a professional degree; the majority of work consists of prescribed music courses and study in applied music, usually requiring a... Theatre studies: B.T.S. Acting studies: B.A.S. |
Pale blue, lined with white fur |
| Dental science: B.Dent.Sc. | Myrtle green, lined with black watered silk, edged with crimson |
| Agriculture: Agr.B. Bachelor of Science in Agriculture The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, usually abbreviated as either B.Sc. or B.S.A. or BScAg, is the first undergraduate degree awarded by university faculty of agriculture and agricultural colleges. The program is 4 years of study above Grade 12 High School graduation.The B.Sc. degree differs... |
Black, lined with brown |
| Forestry: Agr. (Forest.) B. | Black, lined with brown, edged with green |
| Commerce: B.Comm. Bachelor of Commerce A Bachelor of Commerce is an undergraduate degree in commerce and related subjects. The degree is also known as the Bachelor of Commerce and Administration, or BCA... Business studies: B.B.S. |
Black, lined with gold silk or poplin |
| Veterinary medicine: M.V.B. | Black, lined with maroon, edged with olive green |
| Social studies: B.S.S. | Black, lined with gold silk or poplin, edged with white |
| Computer science: B.Sc. (Comp.) Bachelor of Computer Science The Bachelor of Computer Science, , is a type of bachelor's degree, usually awarded after four or more calendar years of collegiate study in computer science, but can be awarded in fewer years depending on factors such as an institution's course requirements and academic calendar... Engineering: B.Sc. (Eng.) Bachelor of Engineering The Bachelor of Engineering is an undergraduate academic degree awarded to a student after three to five years of studying engineering at universities in Armenia, Australia, Bangladesh, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Denmark, Egypt, Finland , Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Jordan, Korea,... Applied sciences: B.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Bachelor of Applied Science The Bachelor of Applied Science, often abbreviated as BAS, BSAS. BASc or BAppSc is an undergraduate degree awarded for a course of study that generally lasts three to four years in the United Kingdom and Australia, and four to six years in Canada, the Netherlands and the United States.-Usage:In... Pharmacy: B.Sc. (Pharm.) Bachelor of Pharmacy A Bachelor of Pharmacy is an undergraduate academic degree in the field of pharmacy. The degree is the basic prerequisite for registration to practice as a pharmacist in many countries. In some countries, it has been superseded by the Master of Pharmacy and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees... Surveying: B.Sc. (Surv.) Management: B.Sc. (Mgmt) Bachelor of Business Management Bachelor of Business Management , sometimes known as a Bachelor of Management Studies, is an undergraduate program of four years. One who completes BBM from a university can challenge MBA graduates. It is an undergraduate course similar to MBA which is graduate course... Public administration: B.Sc. (Publ. Admin.) Bachelor of Public Administration The Bachelor of Public Administration degree is one of several Bachelor's level management degrees that provides training in the public policy field as well as public management... Human nutrition and dietetics: B.Sc. (Hum. Nut.) Environmental health: B.Sc. (Env. Health) Clinical speech and language studies: B.Sc. (Clin. Lang.) Physiotherapy: B.Sc. (Physio.) Occupational therapy: B.Sc. (Cur. Occ.) Media and communications: B.Sc. (Commun.) Information systems: B.Sc. (Syst. Inf.) Bachelor of Computer Information Systems The Bachelor of Computer Information Systems is an undergraduate or bachelor's degree, similar to the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science, but focused more on practical applications of technology to support organizations while adding value to their... Financial information systems: B.Sc. (Syst. Inf. Pec.) Therapeutic radiography: B.Sc. (Ther. Rad.) Nursing studies: B.N.S. Midwifery studies: B.M.S. Nursing: B.Sc. (Cur.) Radiation therapy: B.Sc. (Ther. Rad.) Midwifery: B.Sc. (A. Obs.) |
Dark green, lined with black |
| Education: B.Ed. Bachelor of Education A Bachelor of Education is an undergraduate academic degree which qualifies the graduate as a teacher in schools.-North America:... Education (Home Economics): B.Ed. (Home Econ.) |
Blue, lined with blue |
| Architectural science: B.Arch.Sc. Bachelor of Architecture The Bachelor of Architecture is an undergraduate academic degree designed to satisfy the academic component of professional accreditation bodies, to be followed by a period of practical training prior to professional examination and registration. It is awarded for a course of study that lasts up... |
Dark green, lined with white fur |
| Music education: B.Mus.Ed. Music (Performance): B.Mus. (Perf.) |
Pale blue, lined with rose |
| Theology: B.Th. Bachelor of Theology The Bachelor of Theology is a three to five year undergraduate degree in theological disciplines. Candidates for this degree typically must complete course work in Greek or Hebrew, as well as systematic theology, biblical theology, ethics, homiletics and Christian ministry... |
Black, lined with black, edged with purple |
| Business studies and a language: B.B.S. (Lang.) | Black, lined with gold |
| Business and information technology: B.Sc. (Bus. and Inf. Tech.) | Dark green, lined with gold |
| Engineering with management: B.Sc. (Ing.) Manufacturing engineering with management science: B.Sc. (Ing.) |
Black, lined with green, edged with white |
| Dental technology: B.Dent.Tech. | Myrtle green, lined with gold, edged with crimson |
Masters
| Degree | Hood |
|---|---|
| Arts: M.A. | Black, lined with blue |
| Surgery: M.Ch. Master of Surgery The Master of Surgery is an advanced qualification in surgery. It is most commonly abbreviated Ch.M. or M.S., as well as M.Ch. and M.Chir. from its Latin name, Magister Chirurgiae or the English form of Master of Surgery.... |
Crimson, lined with white, edged with blue |
| Obstetrics: M.A.O. | Black, lined with purple |
| Engineering: M.A.I. Master of Engineering A Master of Engineering or Master of Technology or Master of Science in Engineering A Master of Engineering (Magister in Ingeniaria) (abbreviated M.Eng., ME or MEng) or Master of Technology (abbreviated M.Tech. or MTech) or Master of Science in Engineering A Master of Engineering (Magister in... |
White silk, lined with green |
| Dental science: M.Dent.Sc. Dental surgery: M.Dent.Ch. |
Myrtle green, lined with pale blue, edged with crimson |
| Agriculture: Agr.M. | White, lined with brown |
| Forestry: Agr. (Forest.) M. | White, lined with brown, edged with green |
| Science: M.Sc. Master of Science A Master of Science is a postgraduate academic master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The degree is typically studied for in the sciences including the social sciences.-Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay:... Science (Research): M.Sc. (Ind.) Science (Studies): M.Sc. (St.) |
White, lined with myrtle green |
| Letters: M.Litt. Master of Letters The Master of Letters is a postgraduate degree.- United Kingdom :The MLitt is a postgraduate degree awarded by a select few British and Irish universities, predominantly within the ancient English and Scottish universities.- England :Within the English University system MLitts are not universally... |
White, lined with blue |
| Veterinary medicine: M.V.M. | White, lined with maroon |
| Commerce: M.Comm. Master of Commerce Master of Commerce is a postgraduate Masters Degree focusing on commerce-, management- and economics-related subjects. Like the undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce, the degree is offered in Commonwealth nations.-Structure:The Master of Commerce typically requires one year of full-time study... Business administration: M.B.A. Master of Business Administration The Master of Business Administration is a :master's degree in business administration, which attracts people from a wide range of academic disciplines. The MBA designation originated in the United States, emerging from the late 19th century as the country industrialized and companies sought out... |
White, lined with gold |
| Education: M.Ed. Master of Education The Master of Education is a postgraduate academic master's degree awarded by universities in a large number of countries. This degree in education often includes the following majors: curriculum and instruction, counseling, and administration. It is often conferred for educators advancing in... |
White, lined with blue, edged with white |
| Economics: M.Sc. (Econ.) Management: M.Sc. (Mgmt) Master of Science in Management Master of Science in Management, abbreviated MSc or MSM, is a Master of Science academic degree that is common throughout the United States and Europe. It is similar to the MBA degree, and often requires a dissertation before a graduate is admitted to it. The MSc is a research-oriented program... |
Gold, lined with white |
| Philosophy: M.Phil. Master of Philosophy The Master of Philosophy is a postgraduate research degree.An M.Phil. is a lesser degree than a Doctor of Philosophy , but in many cases it is considered to be a more senior degree than a taught Master's degree, as it is often a thesis-only degree. In some instances, an M.Phil... Philosophy (Ecumenics): M.Phil. (Ecum.) Philosophy (Peace Studies): M.Phil. (Peace Studies) Studies: M.St. Master of Studies The Master of Studies is a postgraduate degree at the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, The Australian National University and University of Dublin which typically requires both classroom study and the completion of a thesis... |
White, lined with yellow |
| Laws: LL.M. Master of Laws The Master of Laws is an advanced academic degree, pursued by those holding a professional law degree, and is commonly abbreviated LL.M. from its Latin name, Legum Magister. The University of Oxford names its taught masters of laws B.C.L... |
Black, lined with white, edged with pink |
| Social work: M.S.W. Master of Social Work The Master of Social Work is a master's degree in social workand especiality of sociology.- United States :In the United States, MSW degrees must be received from a graduate school that has been approved by the Council on Social Work Education... |
Black, lined with gold silk or poplin, edged with blue |
Doctors
Hoods are edged one inch around the cape and cowl and lined with silk to match the facings of the appropriate full-dress robes.| Degree | Hood |
|---|---|
| Divinity: D.D. Doctor of Divinity Doctor of Divinity is an advanced academic degree in divinity. Historically, it identified one who had been licensed by a university to teach Christian theology or related religious subjects.... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with black |
| Laws: LL.D. | Scarlet cloth, lined with pink |
| Medicine: M.D. Doctor of Medicine Doctor of Medicine is a doctoral degree for physicians. The degree is granted by medical schools... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with crimson |
| Letters: Litt.D. Doctor of Letters Doctor of Letters is a university academic degree, often a higher doctorate which is frequently awarded as an honorary degree in recognition of outstanding scholarship or other merits.-Commonwealth:... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with blue |
| Science: Sc.D. Doctor of Science Doctor of Science , usually abbreviated Sc.D., D.Sc., S.D. or Dr.Sc., is an academic research degree awarded in a number of countries throughout the world. In some countries Doctor of Science is the name used for the standard doctorate in the sciences, elsewhere the Sc.D... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with myrtle green |
| Music: Mus.D. Doctor of Music The Doctor of Music degree , like other doctorates, is an academic degree of the highest level. The D.Mus. is intended for musicians and composers who wish to combine the highest attainments in their area of specialization with doctoral-level academic study in music... |
White flowered silk, lined with rose satin |
| Philosophy: Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy Doctor of Philosophy, abbreviated as Ph.D., PhD, D.Phil., or DPhil , in English-speaking countries, is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with yellow |
| Clinical psychology: D.Clin.Psych. Doctor of Clinical Psychology The degree of Doctor of Clinical Psychology is a professional doctorate in clinical psychology, awarded mainly in the United Kingdom. The degree has both clinical and research components, and qualifies the holder to practice as a clinical psychologist in Britain's National Health Service and other... |
Red and light green |
| Education: D.Ed. Doctor of Education The Doctor of Education or Doctor in Education degree , in Latin, Doctor Educationis, is a research-oriented professional doctorate that prepares the student for academic, administrative, clinical, or research positions in educational, civil, and private organizations.-Differences between an Ed.D... |
Pale blue, lined with rose, edged with dark blue |
| Dental surgery: D.Ch.Dent. Doctor of Dental Surgery There are a number of first professional degrees in dentistry offered by schools in various countries around the world. These include the following:* Doctor of Dental Surgery * Doctor of Dental Medicine * Bachelor of Dentistry... |
Scarlet cloth, lined with pale blue, edged with myrtle green |
Epitoge
Graduates of diploma programmes may optionally wear academic dress, consisting of an epitoge (a strip of material worn over the shoulder) worn with the undergraduates' gown. Undergraduate diplomates wear a blue epitoge, while postgraduate diplomates wear a blue and black epitoge.Headdresses
A form of a black hat known as a square capSquare academic cap
The square academic cap, graduate cap, or mortarboard or Oxford cap, is an item of academic head dress consisting of a horizontal square board fixed upon a skull-cap, with a tassel attached to the center...
(also mortarboard) [h1] is worn or carried. The Consolidated Statutes of the College (Chapter XVIII) state that:
"The caps to be worn by Graduates and Undergraduates shall be black, and of the ordinary academical shape; the cap to be worn by Scholars and ex-Scholars shall be covered in velvet, and all other caps in fine cloth; and the caps of Graduates shall in all cases have a black silk tassel added in the usual manner.
Students shall salute the Provost and Fellows by doffing their caps"
Properly, it is worn outdoors and carried indoors, except by people acting in an official capacity who customarily continue to wear it indoors. With their full dress gowns, some sources state that doctors of the university wear a black round velvet bonnet
Tudor bonnet
A Tudor bonnet is a traditional soft round cap, with a tassel hanging from a cord encircling the puggaree of the hat...
[h2], instead of a mortarboard; the Statutes state, "A Doctor in any Faculty when attending as a member at Public Commencements or at any other meeting of the Senate shall wear the cap of a Graduate." In practice few people wear their caps nowadays, and instead carry their caps on occasions where caps are required.
The Chancellor
The Chancellor of the University is elected by the Senate (i.e. the alumni with degrees) of the University. For ceremonial occasions, she or he wears on ceremonial occasions a black corded silk lay-type gown with a long train, decorated with a row of gold lace along the sleeves and with two rows down the front and along the cope, similar to the gowns of the Lord ChancellorLord Chancellor
The Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain, or Lord Chancellor, is a senior and important functionary in the government of the United Kingdom. He is the second highest ranking of the Great Officers of State, ranking only after the Lord High Steward. The Lord Chancellor is appointed by the Sovereign...
and the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Chancellor of the Exchequer
The Chancellor of the Exchequer is the title held by the British Cabinet minister who is responsible for all economic and financial matters. Often simply called the Chancellor, the office-holder controls HM Treasury and plays a role akin to the posts of Minister of Finance or Secretary of the...
in England. The Chancellor's velvet mortarboard has a gold tassel, like that of the former noblemen commoners.
The Proctors
The Proctors wear the ancient form of the BA hood with their gown. The hood is in the Belfast simple-shape and lined with ermineErmine
Ermine has several uses:* A common name for the stoat * The white fur and black tail end of this animal, which is historically worn by and associated with royalty and high officials...
(white fur with black spots).