Students from the faculties of Creative Arts, Technologies & Science, Education & Sport, Health & Social Sciences and the Business School gathered at St Mary’s Church to collect their awards in front of proud family and friends.

Among the guests was Luton musician Mick Abrahams, who was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Music for his outstanding services to the music industry.

Mick is an accomplished guitarist and has enjoyed a successful career in the music industry spanning back to the 1960s in bands like Jethro Tull and Blodwyn Pig.

Guest of Honour was Kathryn Holloway, Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire.

Vice Chancellor Bill Rammell told the graduates: “Today is a day to pause and reflect on your learning journey so far. Think back to the person you were when you embarked on your course of study with us. And now think about how you have changed.

“If we have done our job right, you will be ready and eager to take the opportunities the world offers you to learn and grow, in the workplace, at home and in civil society.”