The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
I’ve got a great foundation on which to build on professionally, and it was a truly character-building experience.
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.
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.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
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.
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.
Teesside University is warm, welcoming and full of lots of incredible people, you'll be surprised how comfortable you feel here.
The course helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.
I would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.
After visiting the campus and meeting the course tutors it was a no brainer, this was the place for me to study.
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
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
I enjoyed the freedom to explore projects that complemented my skills and being able to expand my knowledge at my own pace.
Both the course and the facilities at Teesside University were outstanding.
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 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.
The facilities at Teesside, including the motion capture studio, gave me valuable experience with technology that I would usually only encounter in industry.
Paul studied mechanical engineering and now works as a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Nifco.
The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.
Being able to decide on how I wanted to develop my own study was the best thing about the course.
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.
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.
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 developed my design thinking and problem-solving skills, encouraging me to find surprising lateral solutions to briefs.
I heard that Teesside was one of the best places to study visual effects so I visited an open day and that made my mind up.
I use the skills I learned at university in my everyday work and will continue to use them throughout my career.