Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.

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 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.

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

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

The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.

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.

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.

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.

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

My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.

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 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.

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.'

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

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

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

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 would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.

The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

I heard that Teesside was one of the best places to study visual effects so I visited an open day and that made my mind up.