WORCESTER College of Technology held its third further education awards evening to celebrate student successes and achievements.

The event saw nearly 100 students receive certificates and prizes in recognition of their hard work and personal successes.

Held at Worcester Rugby Club, the night recognised the achievements of the most deserving students from each department.

The day's special guest was 2006 gold award winner Kate Jones who presented the awards alongside the college's principal Chris Morecroft.

Mr Morecroft said: "This year's awards evening was a very special occasion and having our guest speaker Kate Jones, who was a previous student of the college, was fantastic.

"Kate exemplifies what the college is about and her incredible success in the world of financial services in the city of London shows how well many of our students progress once they've obtained qualifications from the college.

"We wish all our successful students this year successful and fulfilling careers." An additional award was given out at this year's event to celebrate the achievements of the one student, chosen out of the entire award winners, as student of the year 2006.

Damien Hall, who is on a construction course, won a glass trophy and WHSmith vouchers for his outstanding development during his time at the college, as well as his exceptional determination, enthusiasm and motivation.

Lucy Bourne and Ben Everton were close runners up for the award.

The evening was split into two ceremonies and award winners, guests and sponsors enjoyed excellent entertainment provided by a talented student (Claire Boswell) from the college's music technology department.

Students were awarded certificates and prizes, which were sponsored by companies including Worcester Group Training Association, Bradford's, Allen Gears, Sherwood Press, HSBC and Worcester Rugby Club.