Why choose Teesside?

Fantastic facilities

Our library resources are one of the top ten best in the country among all universities in the UK and number one in the North East (National Student Survey 2012). And students rave about our facilities - we're one of the best in the country.
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Our students love it

86% of our degree students are happy with their course - diagnostic radiography gave us a 100% score (National Student Survey 2012).

Our 2011 rankings

Up 15 places in The Complete University Guide, soaring into the Guardian University Guide's top 60 national rankings (up 19 places from 2010), and up 10 places in The Times Good University Guide.

Excellent careers

82.6% of full-time first degree leavers were in work or further study after six months (2009-10 Higher Education Statistics Agency).

Industry-recognised and accredited courses

On many courses students gain practical experience working in business and industry. We've worked with employers to make courses relevant to our students' future with accreditation by professional bodies an important feature.

Friendly and supportive

A compact, town centre campus, and a close knit community. Our students praise our support services for their accessibility and sensitivity - they tell us we're excellent listeners.

It's affordable

Your son/daughter will have a great time at university and be set up for a successful career when they graduate. And it's more affordable than you might think. We have affordable accommodation with free internet access and the cost of living is relatively low with student discounts widely available. You need to be aware of the latest fees and funding, costs involved and the support available.
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A cutting-edge campus

A £137m investment on campus provides top-class facilities for our students. £12m Phoenix and £10m Athena buildings give us a leading edge in digital innovation. Our brilliantly equipped library, £6.5m centre for sport, top-notch forensic facilities and £17m on a sport and health sciences building add to a dynamic learning environment.
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Exceptionally enterprising

Through our on-campus support, over 300 new businesses have been launched, creating 600 jobs. We have first-class facilities for new and established business ventures.

A great place to live

Tees Valley is a fantastic place to live with coast and countryside on the doorstep. The hub of student night life is our award-winning Students' Union - voted in the UK's top five for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2012). And the town boastspub, clubs, comedy and music venues to suit all tastes.