It is one of the best universities in the world for creative industries and will continue to be so. Our lecturers were great at helping us succeed and linking us with industry.
The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
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.
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
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.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.
The industry links at Teesside are so valuable in securing your first job out of university – which can be a scary prospect – but if you ask for it the help is there and always willingly given.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
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 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.
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.
The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.
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.
I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.
The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.
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.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.
I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
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.
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.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.