Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

My degree gave me the skills I needed for my career, from problem-solving in Maya to using other software at the university that I later used in my current job.

The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.

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.

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'd recommend it as a friendly place - both the university and town, with excellent, ambitious lecturers. It gave me a love of literature.

I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.

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

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.

I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.

The thing I loved most about my time on the course was how I was able to really concentrate on developing the skills that I felt would help me progress into a future career.

Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.

Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.

The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.

I would recommend Teesside. The course developed me a lot as a person technically and personally. The lecturers are all friendly and always happy to help out, and of course the area is great for nightlife.

I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.

The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.

Being able to decide on how I wanted to develop my own study was the best thing about the course.

Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.

One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.

The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.

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.

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.

I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future

My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.

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.

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.

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.

I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.

Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.