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.
The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.
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.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.
The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
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.
My time at Teesside made me more confident in my work. It got me started with my contact network, which has been invaluable in the process of getting to where I am now.
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 available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.
One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.
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.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.
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 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.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
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.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
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.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
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.
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.
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.
Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.