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
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.
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 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’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
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 would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.
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 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.
Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.
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 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 course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
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.
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
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.
One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.
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.