Joshua Oliver, who went to Bitterne Park School before moving to Barton Peveril in Eastleigh, has received an unconditional offer of a degree course place at Aberystwyth University to study Drama or Film & Television. Unconditional offers are usually reserved for students who have already achieved the required grades in their exams.

He'll also receive a bursary of £1000 during his first year if he decides to take up his places in the autumn.

“I feel that the scholarship process is an outstanding opportunity to gain recognition for hard work. The scholarship has offered me substantial financial aid and an unconditional offer; a perfect set-up for any student!” said Josh.