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Health & Life Sciences

Here some of our successful alumni detail how Teesside helped them on their career path.

Rachel Cutler

Rachel Cutler

BSc (Hons) Midwifery

The support from the tutors is excellent. They are professional, knowledgeable and so enthusiastic.

Meet Rachel Cutler  

Ben Wood

Ben Wood

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science and MSc Criminal Investigation

Teesside University has been an amazing place to study - the facilities are second to none and the support systems are fabulous.

Meet Ben Wood  

Dan O'Brien

Dan O'Brien

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science and MSc Sports Rehabilitation

Dan works as a full-time football academy sports rehabilitator.

Meet Dan O'Brien  

Libby Clements

Libby Clements

BSc (Hons) Biological Science* and PhD in Microbiology

The laboratory equipment and quality of lecturers were exceptional.

Meet Libby Clements  

Lynsey Edwards

Lynsey Edwards

BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise (Sports Science)

The University has such a wide range of extra-curriculum opportunities, which set you apart from other graduates.

Meet Lynsey Edwards  

Alex Greenhough

Alex Greenhough

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

This course prepared me extremely well for my career, allowing me to explore a range of modules and gain insight into what work may look like in different industries.

Meet Alex Greenhough  

Lee Foxton

Lee Foxton

BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography

The placements were invaluable and core to achieving and augmenting the theoretical aspects of the course.

Meet Lee Foxton  

Kayleigh Carr

Kayleigh Carr

MSc Forensic Science

My course was varied and covered a wide range of topics. Modules were delivered by knowledgeable lecturers who had a great deal of experience within the forensic science field.

Meet Kayleigh Carr  

Helen Lloyd

Helen Lloyd

BSc (Hons) Practice Innovation (Acute and Critical Care)

I worked at the Royal Victoria Infirmary as a scrub ODP in spines, trauma, orthopaedics and neurospecialties.

Meet Helen Lloyd  

Jan Crawley

Jan Crawley

BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Adult)

Teesside allowed me to complete my studies and continue with family life.

Meet Jan Crawley  

Dr Diana-Abasi Udoh

Dr Diana-Abasi Udoh

MSc Biotechnology

I recommend Teesside University 100%. For a UK university with top notch teaching and research facilities and yet very affordable think Teesside University.

Meet Dr Diana-Abasi Udoh  

Luke Pattison

Luke Pattison

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

In addition to gaining valuable hands-on experience, and great networking opportunities, I studied and worked with like-minded individuals who share the same goals and ambitions as me.

Meet Luke Pattison  

James Wren

James Wren

BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice

My time at Teesside gave me the confidence and capability to reach my goals. I am forever grateful for my time there and to everyone who supported me.

Meet James Wren   

Emma Holey

Emma Holey

PGCert Specialist Practice in District Nursing

One of my proudest achievements during my studies was being awarded the Philip Goodeve-Docker award from the Queen’s Nursing Institute.

Meet Emma Holey  

Mary Greenwell

Mary Greenwell

MSc Biotechnology

I chose to do my master’s at Teesside University because I was impressed with its links with industry.

Meet Mary Greenwell  

Abigail Ilsley

Abigail Ilsley

BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice Studies

I would highly recommend Teesside for anyone who wants to gain a professional career in healthcare. The facilities are amazing, they have great connections with the NHS around the North East and staff are so supportive.

Meet Abigail Ilsley  

Marlee Pryde

Marlee Pryde

BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

The placements give you the best learning experiences as you work hands on with clients and learn from them and the professionals.

Meet Marlee Pryde  

Oliver Oxbury

Oliver Oxbury

BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice

I can say with certainty that without the skills I acquired at Teesside, I would not have been able to secure my current job role or move to Canada.

Meet Oliver Oxbury  

Beth Clemmit

Beth Clemmit

BSc (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition* / MSc Food Processing Engineering

The university is very accommodating and supportive of students, especially for those studying a degree alongside a full or part time job.

Meet Beth Clemmit  

Rebecca Storey

Rebecca Storey

BSc (Hons) Food Science and Engineering*

I had an amazing time, achieved a first-class honours degree and now I’ve got my dream job.

Meet Rebecca Storey  

Thomas Wing

Thomas Wing

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation and MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)

The strength and conditioning internship, and my undergraduate course as a whole, was outstanding – both were fundamental to my development.

Meet Thomas Wing  

Mary Nandawula

Mary Nandawula

Master of Public Health

The staff are excellent and pushed me to do my best and they give you their unconditional support.

Meet Mary Nandawula  

Heidi Stevens

Heidi Stevens

BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition*

I gained a strong skillset for a career in health research.

Meet Heidi Stevens  

Charlotte Birdsall

Charlotte Birdsall

BSc (Hons) Biological Science*

My time at uni was greatly enhanced by the support from wonderful lecturers who advised and prepared me for my career.

Meet Charlotte Birdsall  

Oliver Cole

Oliver Cole

BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice

I was provided with so many opportunities and I hope to be able pass this on by mentoring Teesside University students in the future.

Meet Oliver Cole  

Joanne Preston

Joanne Preston

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

The practicality of the course was the best thing.

Meet Joanne Preston  

Charlie Crichton

Charlie Crichton

BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Adult)

I love meeting new people and I've got an unrelenting need to be helpful, so nursing is the perfect profession for me.

Meet Charlie Crichton  

Sheila Kitson

Sheila Kitson

BSc Nursing Studies (Adult)

My further learning at Teesside University provided me with confidence and the ability to articulate gained knowledge.

Meet Sheila Kitson  

Sarah Jordan

Sarah Jordan

MSc Diagnostic Radiography

Being on placement gives you an insight of what it is like to be working as a diagnostic radiographer and it helps you decide which speciality you want to focus on.

Meet Sarah Jordan  

Joshua Brown

Joshua Brown

MSc Environmental Management (with Advanced Practice)

This course provided me with the opportunity to design and conduct field work, giving me real hands-on experience. This was noted during my interview for RPS.

Meet Joshua Brown  

 
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