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Health & Life Sciences

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

Libby Clements

Libby Clements

BSc (Hons) Biological Science* and PhD in Microbiology

The laboratory equipment and quality of lecturers were exceptional.

Meet Libby Clements  

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  

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  

Chinazo Mbaonu

Chinazo Mbaonu

MSc Environmental Management (with Advanced Practice)

My time at university played a significant role in preparing me for my career.

Meet Chinazo Mbaonu  

Rebecca Smith

Rebecca Smith

PgDip Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nursing) and MSc Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (School Nursing)

My time at Teesside allowed me to develop into a school nurse.

Meet Rebecca Smith  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

Jan Crawley

Jan Crawley

BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Adult)

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

Meet Jan Crawley  

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  

Simon Newbold

Simon Newbold

DipHE Operating Department Practice*

I would recommend my course and profession all day long. There is nothing better than seeing the impact you’re making...

Meet Simon Newbold  

Ayla Oatway

Ayla Oatway

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

I'm proud to say I'm already living my ambitions and Teesside played a big part in making that happen.

Meet Ayla Oatway  

Dr Shaun McLaren PhD

Dr Shaun McLaren PhD

PhD - Sport Science

Being a sport scientist is about so much more than domain subject knowledge.

Meet Dr Shaun McLaren PhD  

Ulfat Jahan Farha

Ulfat Jahan Farha

MSc Environmental Management

I am grateful for the exceptional support I received during my master's.

Meet Ulfat Jahan Farha  

Emma Clark

Emma Clark

BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition

My learning experiences and course structure at Teesside excelled my career growth. It was the perfect mixture of principle and practical learning.

Meet Emma Clark  

Stacey Mensforth

Stacey Mensforth

BSc (Hons) Forensic Science

I got on really well with my classmates and made a lot of good friends for life.

Meet Stacey Mensforth  

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  

Emma Smith

Emma Smith

PgDip Specialist Practice in District Nursing (Degree Apprenticeship)

Completing it allowed me to progress from a community staff nurse to a district nurse in my workplace.

Meet Emma Smith  

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   

Peace Chima

Peace Chima

MSc Public Health

The classes inspired me to study and helped to boost my confidence.

Meet Peace Chima  

Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye

Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye

MSc Environmental Management

The services are amazing, especially in career advice, student support and volunteering opportunities.

Meet Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye  

Joanne Preston

Joanne Preston

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

The practicality of the course was the best thing.

Meet Joanne Preston  

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  

Flora Eze

Flora Eze

MSc Bioprocessing and Biotherapeutics (with Advanced Practice)

The opportunity to work with industry professionals and gain direct exposure to cutting-edge equipment and techniques through workshops and projects was invaluable. For anyone looking to advance their career in bioprocessing or biotherapeutics, Teesside University is a fantastic choice.

Meet Flora Eze  

Kate Schindler

Kate Schindler

BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy

The course is really interesting, and I feel like I will be well prepared for my first job.

Meet Kate Schindler  

Faye Sanderson

Faye Sanderson

BSc (Hons) Chemistry

I would 100% recommend Teesside University and my course to anyone applying. Chemistry offers so many different career possibilities and the academic staff are there to support you through the entire process.

Meet Faye Sanderson  

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  

 
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