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.
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.
I had an amazing few years at Teesside. Everything I did led me to where I am now.
One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.
My time at University gave me the confidence and skills to achieve the goals I wanted from my choice in career.
After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
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.
I would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
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 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.
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.
Shaun’s dream as a child was to create video games. He never thought it was possible until he completed his MSc at Teesside. Shaun has since worked on great films including Star Wars and Transformers. He lives in Florida.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.
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.
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.'
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.
Teesside University developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.
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.
It is one of the best universities in the world for creative industries and will continue to be so. Our lecturers were great at helping us succeed and linking us with industry.
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.
There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.
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’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.