Inspire learner wins prestigious Brian May Award!

Published 5th December 2025

We are absolutely delighted to share that Access to Higher Education in Health and Social Care learner, Diyanah Khan, has been named the winner of the Brian May Access to HE Learner Award from AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group!

A white woman in a wheelchair with dyed red hair, bright blue and pink clothes and a big smile is posing with her diploma with a nice sunny field in the background.

Diyanah with her Access to Higher Education in Health and Social Care Diploma

Diyanah was nominated by her Inspire Access to HE tutor in recognition of her extraordinary determination, resilience, and commitment throughout her studies. Despite facing significant personal and physical challenges, including ongoing health issues, Diyanah’s dedication never wavered.

Travelling daily by bus in her wheelchair, balancing her Access course alongside Functional Skills Maths and English, and still achieving outstanding results her journey is nothing short of inspirational. 

Now progressing to Nottingham Trent University to study Counselling with Psychology, Diyanah continues to set her sights high and inspire those around her.

The Inspire Learning Access team could not be prouder of Diyanah’s remarkable achievements. She is a true example of perseverance and passion, and we are thrilled to see her hard work recognised on a national stage.

Congratulations, Diyanah — you are an inspiration to us all!

Are you inspired by Diyanah's incredible achievement? Enquire with us about starting on our Access to Higher Education Course in Health and Social Care. 

Study in-person at Inspire Beeston Library or online, starting in September 2026.

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