My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.
I now work for a well-respected Solicitors as a Human Resources Coordinator and feel that going to University has been the best decision I have ever made.
The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.
When I looked at different universities, Teesside stood out for the quality of its animation work and the number of graduates working in well-known studios.
Since I’ve graduated I’ve worked at Amazon, Duco and Snap Inc – the company that owns Snapchat. I’ve been able to apply what I learned at Teesside University to each job.'
The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
The course offered an optional work placement, where I could gain the exposure to the industry I needed, that would set me up for a role after graduating.
I’ve made great connections for the future which is important in this industry. It’s helped me by opening my eyes to the opportunities there are.
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.
When I go to new studios I always know people through the connections I made at Animex - it's definitely made me feel at home in the industry.
I heard that Teesside was one of the best places to study visual effects so I visited an open day and that made my mind up.
Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.
I now work as a nuclear defence manager for the Ministry of Defence, where I facilitate the production, design and maintenance of the current and future development of nuclear reactors
I'd recommend it as a friendly place - both the university and town, with excellent, ambitious lecturers. It gave me a love of literature.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.
I loved my course. I loved the fact it was very hands-on especially the News Days module. And I found that the teachers were very helpful throughout my studies.
I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
The course offered value for money – it’s got me where I am today, and without it I would not have been able to benefit from these fantastic opportunities.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.
My time at Teesside made me more confident in my work. It got me started with my contact network, which has been invaluable in the process of getting to where I am now.
Shaun’s dream as a child was to create video games. He never thought it was possible until he completed his MSc at Teesside. Shaun has since worked on great films including Star Wars and Transformers. He lives in Florida.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.