After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
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.
There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.
Being able to decide on how I wanted to develop my own study was the best thing about the course.
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.'
I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.
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.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.
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 was a bit nervous about coming as an international student initially, but Teesside has a good mix of cultures which made me more comfortable.
I had an amazing time and I've continued to keep a close, personal connection with Teesside University. I am very proud of my roots and very excited to see the future talent the university is going to produce.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.
Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.
The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
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 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 facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
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
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.
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.
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.