Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies

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 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

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.'

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

The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.

The skills I gained at Teesside were invaluable.

I look back on my time with great fondness. Teesside University provided me with the greatest of life experiences.

There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me 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.

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

The course offered value for money – it’s got me where I am today, and without it I would not have been able to benefit from these fantastic opportunities.

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.

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 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.

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.

Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first job.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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 would recommend Teesside University and my course. It helped to get me where I am today.