Maria has moved a step closer to her dream of becoming a biomedical scientist. 

The Bede Sixth Form student achieved a double distinction star in Health and Social Care and a distinction in Applied Science. 

Now moving on to Teesside University to study Bio Medical Science, the 18-year-old from Stockton puts her success down to her time at the college.  

She said: “I can’t thank the teachers at Bede enough, I’ve really loved my time here and the courses really helped me focus on the area I wanted to pursue. Learning in lockdown wasn’t easy and you don’t realise how much you miss the college environment but I’m so pleased with my results and I can’t wait to start university.”