STUDENTS who studied during the challenges times of the pandemic have had their hard work finally rewarded at University of Worcester graduation ceremonies this week.

There were lots of happy faces as the students celebrated their outstanding achievements, in the face of adversity of the Covid disruption.

The weather has stayed dry for much of the socially distanced event, with pupils being able to have the traditional pictures of throwing their graduation caps in the air.

The University of Worcester is the first in the country to host in-person graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2020.