Health & Life Sciences
Here some of our successful alumni detail how Teesside helped them on their career path.
Faye Sanderson
BSc (Hons) Chemistry
I would 100% recommend Teesside University and my course to anyone applying. Chemistry offers so many different career possibilities and the academic staff are there to support you through the entire process.
Emma Clark
BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition
My learning experiences and course structure at Teesside excelled my career growth. It was the perfect mixture of principle and practical learning.
Josh Iley
FdSc Sport and Fitness, BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise (Top-up), MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
I am now the first team strength and conditioning coach at Middlesbrough Women FC, where I am responsible for the long-term athletic development, and overall fitness of the squad.
Vivienne Stocks
BSc (Hons) Health Sciences
I have gained great experience and confidence in practical applications, particularly working in lab and medical situations.
Mary Nandawula
Master of Public Health
The staff are excellent and pushed me to do my best and they give you their unconditional support.
Jesusoorefunmi Olaoye
MSc Environmental Management
The services are amazing, especially in career advice, student support and volunteering opportunities.
Beth Clemmit
BSc (Hons) Food Science and Nutrition* / MSc Food Processing Engineering
The university is very accommodating and supportive of students, especially for those studying a degree alongside a full or part time job.
James Wren
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice
My time at Teesside gave me the confidence and capability to reach my goals. I am forever grateful for my time there and to everyone who supported me.
Oliver Cole
BSc (Hons) Paramedic Practice
I was provided with so many opportunities and I hope to be able pass this on by mentoring Teesside University students in the future.
Rebecca Storey
BSc (Hons) Food Science and Engineering*
I had an amazing time, achieved a first-class honours degree and now I’ve got my dream job.
Jodie McGregor
BSc (Hons) Food and Nutrition*
I would recommend Teesside, it’s very supportive and there are so many opportunities available.
Dan O'Brien
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science and MSc Sports Rehabilitation
Dan works as a full-time football academy sports rehabilitator.
Dr Joe S Chidanyika
Doctor of Health and Social Care
I want to be able to inspire other international students, as well as students from different backgrounds, to dream big and never give up on their goals - education is truly the passport to the future.
Dr Diana-Abasi Udoh
MSc Biotechnology
I recommend Teesside University 100%. For a UK university with top notch teaching and research facilities and yet very affordable think Teesside University.
Dr Shaun McLaren PhD
PhD - Sport Science
‘Being a sport scientist is about so much more than domain subject knowledge.’
Jan Crawley
BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies (Adult)
‘Teesside allowed me to complete my studies and continue with family life.’
Sophie Jeffrey
BSc (Hons) Human Biology
‘I learned about the whole human body, from muscle groups to small chemical molecules. From this I found my skill was in microbiology and from there I knew what career I wanted.’
Ben Wood
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science and MSc Criminal Investigation
Teesside University has been an amazing place to study - the facilities are second to none and the support systems are fabulous.