Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.
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.
The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.
The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.
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.
There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
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.
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 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.
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.