There are some fantastic networking opportunities there and it has led me to where I am now.
Without the University’s careers service and constant LinkedIn sessions, I wouldn’t have had a CV that would have impressed industry professionals.
The facilities available on campus had everything I needed when I needed it.
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’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.
Middlesbrough is really student-focused, which made settling in so easy. And the gaming facilities are incredible.
The careers advice and guidance from my tutors regarding creating my CV and application letters has been significant in gaining interviews.
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
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 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.
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 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.
One of the best things about the course was having lectures and briefs set by outsourced professionals such as Atomhawk and Ubisoft.
I’ve developed so many skills that will help me in the future
The course expanded my knowledge and helped me grow professionally in areas I never imagined. I did it, so can you.
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 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 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 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 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.
Teesside University helped me get closer to my goals – from aspiring to work in the games industry to securing my first 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.
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 helped us to prepare for, and be mindful of, going into industry after graduation.
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.
My time at Teesside University helped me to understand my purpose in life.
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.