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Health & Life Sciences

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

Yasmin Welham

Yasmin Welham

BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy*

I loved how hands on the course was straight away. We were practising on phantom heads within a matter of weeks and learning practical skills.

Meet Yasmin Welham  

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  

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  

Ben Mortlock

Ben Mortlock

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy

I think the work placement module was the most important module of my course – it gave me real insight about what I needed to do.

Meet Ben Mortlock  

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  

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  

Lynn Murray

Lynn Murray

BSc Nursing Studies (Mental Health)

I would absolutely recommend Teesside to serving members of the military or those who have left. At the time of enrolling, I didn’t quite appreciate the support that I would be given throughout this course.

Meet Lynn Murray  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

Kate Paterson

Kate Paterson

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

This course equipped me with many valuable skills which allowed me to secure a job within the NHS and quickly adapt to my new role.

Meet Kate Paterson  

James Cane

James Cane

BSc (Hons) Operating Department Practice Studies

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

Meet James Cane  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

Vivienne Stocks

Vivienne Stocks

BSc (Hons) Health Sciences

I have gained great experience and confidence in practical applications, particularly working in lab and medical situations.

Meet Vivienne Stocks  

Jan Crawley

Jan Crawley

BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Adult)

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

Meet Jan Crawley  

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  

Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye

Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye

MSc Environmental Management

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

Meet Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye  

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  

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   

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  

Dr Joe S Chidanyika

Dr Joe S Chidanyika

Doctor of Health and Social Care

I want to be able to inspire other international students, as well as students from different backgrounds, to dream big and never give up on their goals - education is truly the passport to the future.

Meet Dr Joe S Chidanyika  

 
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