STUDENTS from University Centre Sparsholt were celebrating as they graduated at Winchester Cathedral.

The ceremony for the class of 2023 took place on Wednesday, July 12.

Graduates, Alumni, lecturers, family, friends and supporters all attended the ceremony, alongside special guests HM Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire and Sparsholt College Group President, Nigel Atkinson Esq, The Mayor of Winchester Cllr Angela Clear, and Dr Jo Judge, Chief Executive of BIAZA (The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums).

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Principal Julie Milburn said: "As we look around this wonderful cathedral each and every one of our students has their own story to tell of their time spent with us, but what they all have in common is that shared enthusiasm for their subject and the practical and theoretical knowledge and skills that they will bring to industry in the years ahead.

"Within this magnificent building today I can feel an overwhelming sense of pride and optimism knowing that you, graduates of University Centre Sparsholt, the work ready university, will soon be doing amazing work, in the land based sector, if not already, a sector that is vital for the security and prosperity of not just our nation but for nations across the globe.”

Click the gallery at the top to see the best photos from the graduation.