A Croydon girl has turned her Blind Date disaster into a the career move of a lifetime after she was discovered on the TV show by a modelling scout.

But biochemistry degree student, Vicki Lugg, insists she will get her 2.1 before walking the catwalk.

The 21-year-old was excited about starring on Cilla's hit show but did not find love with the Blind Date contestant she chose to holiday with in Greece.

Instead she found fame and fortune with Premier Model Management, the agency handling the careers of Claudia Schiffer Naomi Campbell.

The Beechwood Road resident said: "I wouldn't call my experience on Blind Date romantic. Craig was a nice guy but we didn't click."

Vicki, who when asked how she felt about Craig, told the audience: I'd rather snog a cold plate of moussaka', says Blind Date staff thought up the comment to complement the Greek holiday and she regretted saying it.

"I was shocked when LWT rang me about the modelling offer because I never saw myself like that and hadn't considered it as a career.

"I met with Premier's head booker and signed the contract the same day.

"I'm getting used to the idea and look forward to starting in June."

Headbooker Angus Munro said: "She definitely has a lot of potential and will go far. She has a fantastic bone structure and her face is very symmetrical."

Vicki who must complete a dissertation on Bileduct cancer and sit her final exams in June, appeared on GMTV last week and will appear on Esther this week for a discussion on Beauty or Brains.