• Royal Television Society has awarded an Aston University student a £1,500 bursary
• Winner is studying computer science with business
• Second year in a row an Aston University student has been chosen for the award.
A Royal Television Society (RTS) scheme that supports talented students from low-income backgrounds has awarded an Aston University undergraduate a £1,500 bursary.
Lucky Muse from Birmingham was named as one of this year’s 10 digital innovation scholars, an award designed to support young people who are aiming for a career within the intersection of media and technology.
As part of the interview process Lucky, who is studying for a BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Business, impressed the judges with her genuine interest in technology and how she explained she could apply her skills within the TV industry.
Her prize, which includes mentorship from industry professionals, is designed to equip her with invaluable resources and industry connections to foster her talent.
She said: “As a computer science with business student, I am keen to have an analytical position that combines both aspects of my degree. Being able to apply technical knowledge and skills to solve a business problem is where I see myself going forward.
“Continuing with my entrepreneurial journey I also am keen to run a technology consultancy start up alongside my future career. I strongly believe the RTS bursary will help me to achieve my goals as I will be more commercially aware about the TV industry, and I can find career opportunities that align with my interests.”
Lucky is currently undertaking an industrial placement year at the Access Group, a leading provider of business management software, and is also the recipient of an Access Foundation scholarship, established in partnership with Aston University as part of the foundation’s determination to close the digital divide.
Geoff Savage, Aston University’s development manager for legacy and stewardship, said: “I am really pleased Lucky has won this bursary. It’s the second year in a row an Aston University student has gained a RTS award and this success highlights how the University is nurturing an innovative environment that values new ideas, seeks diverse perspectives and pursues game-changing innovations.”
Last year Aston University student, Haseena Iqbal, also received a RTS digital innovation bursary.
Theresa Wise, CEO of the Royal Television Society, said: “This year we are celebrating a decade of our Bursary Schemes with an impressive and inspiring cohort of scholars who are forging their careers within the television and streaming industries. One of our core pillars at the RTS is widening access to our industries, and we’re very proud to be awarding this year’s bursary recipients who exemplify the talent and drive evident in the next generation of students.”
This year marks 10 years since the bursary schemes were launched and to date, the RTS has invested over £1million in the scheme which attracts widespread financial backing from the industry.
- Notes to editors
For over a century, Aston University’s enduring purpose has been to make our world a better place through education, research and innovation, by enabling our students to succeed in work and life, and by supporting our communities to thrive economically, socially and culturally.
Aston University’s history has been intertwined with the history of Birmingham, a remarkable city that once was the heartland of the Industrial Revolution and the manufacturing powerhouse of the world.
Born out of the First Industrial Revolution, Aston University has a proud and distinct heritage dating back to our formation as the School of Metallurgy in 1875, the first UK College of Technology in 1951, gaining university status by Royal Charter in 1966, and becoming The Guardian University of the Year in 2020.
Building on our outstanding past, we are now defining our place and role in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (and beyond) within a rapidly changing world.
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