Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.

I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.

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.

One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.

Since I’ve graduated I’ve worked at Amazon, Duco and Snap Inc – the company that owns Snapchat. I’ve been able to apply what I learned at Teesside University to each job.'

Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.

I work as a social media executive at LADbible group, writing articles and interviewing some of the biggest names in sport.

Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.

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.

I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.

The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.

I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future

The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.

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.

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.

The course offered an optional work placement, where I could gain the exposure to the industry I needed, that would set me up for a role after graduating.

I'd recommend it as a friendly place - both the university and town, with excellent, ambitious lecturers. It gave me a love of literature.

Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.

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 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 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 had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.

I had a lot of support from the placement and careers service. They often ran lectures on tips for CVs, interviews and networking sites such as LinkedIn.

After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.

The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.

My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.

There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.

The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.

Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.