A STUDENT from York has been awarded a BAFTA scholarship to fund her MA studies in computer animation at Bournemouth University.

Emily Ellis, 26, said she felt completely overwhelmed by the support of the BAFTA panel and its belief in her creative abilities after being told she will receive £7,500.

Emily will also be mentored by BAFTA members, award-winners and nominees, and be given free access to BAFTA events.

She said: “This incredible scholarship will support a life affirming journey into realising my creative dreams and potential, as well as offering industry mentoring and the chance to contribute through BAFTA Guru, an unimaginable opportunity I wouldn’t have had otherwise.”