I would recommend Teesside. The course developed me a lot as a person technically and personally. The lecturers are all friendly and always happy to help out, and of course the area is great for nightlife.
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.
My degree gave me the skills I needed for my career, from problem-solving in Maya to using other software at the university that I later used in my current job.
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.
The industry links at Teesside are so valuable in securing your first job out of university – which can be a scary prospect – but if you ask for it the help is there and always willingly given.
I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
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.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.
I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.
I would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.
I'd recommend it as a friendly place - both the university and town, with excellent, ambitious lecturers. It gave me a love of literature.
One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
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 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.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
When I looked at different universities, Teesside stood out for the quality of its animation work and the number of graduates working in well-known studios.
After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.
I was a bit nervous about coming as an international student initially, but Teesside has a good mix of cultures which made me more comfortable.
The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.
The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
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 expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.