Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

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

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.

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.

I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.

Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.

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

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.

The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.

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

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 had a lot of support from the placement and careers service. They often ran lectures on tips for CVs, interviews and networking sites such as LinkedIn.

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

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

The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.

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’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 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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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 had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.