Millie Aspland

A former South Bromsgrove High School student says she’s honoured and grateful to have been awarded a prestigious Academic Scholarship. 

Millie Aspland, 20, now a Physiotherapy student at the University of Worcester, was awarded £1,000 at a recent ceremony celebrating academic excellence. 

“My family and friends were very proud and excited for me,” said Millie. “I am very honoured and grateful that all of my hard work has been recognised.” 

She added: “It takes off the pressure of having to work on weekends and over the holidays so that I can focus solely on my studies.” 

Millie has worked very hard to earn her scholarship. She said: “My biggest challenge has been keeping on top of the volume of work while being on placement, and trying to have a good work-life balance, but having 100 percent attendance during my first year and getting full marks on my anatomy practical exam was a big success for me.” 

Professor Sally Moyle, Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic at the University, said: “We are incredibly proud of the students who have received academic scholarships.” 

The scholarships and prizes are made possible thanks to generous philanthropists, including the University’s distinguished Honorary Fellows, local employers, and many successful alumni. 

University staff have also been fundraising for scholarship and hardship funds as part of the University’s two-year Anniversaries Campaign, which marks 20 years since gaining full university status in 2005 and 80 years since its founding as an emergency teacher training college in 1946. 

Professor Moyle added: “These awards not only provide financial support and encouragement to deserving students but also demonstrate to potential employers the outstanding achievements of our student community.”