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Chloe’s tips to make your uni application stand out

November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 by Guest Blogger

Applying to university is an exciting step, but with thousands of students submitting applications each year, how can you make yours stand out? When I was in college and applying to university, I remember how important my personal statement felt, […]

Student Life Tips & Tricks

Six ways to meet new people

August 25, 2025June 25, 2025 by Claire

Making friends at uni can seem daunting, but remember other students may be in the same situation as you, so you are all on this journey together.  Here are six top tips to help you form friendships.  Join social media […]

Out and About Student Life

Why study in Middlesbrough?

August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 by Niamh

I’m Niamh and I work and study in Middlesbrough – here are some top reasons why it’s a great place for both. Things to do Middlesbrough’s town centre has undergone a remarkable transformation. The campus is in the heart of […]

Courses Student Life

Five reasons I stayed at home to study

August 10, 2025June 25, 2025 by Guest Blogger

It came as no surprise to my friends and family when I decided to stay at home for university. I’d done my research and decided being a commuter student at Teesside was the best fit for me.  Money saving  It’s […]

Clearing Student Life

My Clearing experience at Teesside

July 28, 2025July 28, 2025 by Guest Blogger

Starting university is supposed to feel exciting, like the start of a new chapter, but I’ll be honest, that’s not how it felt for me at first. I had been accepted on to a course, that just didn’t feel right. […]

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Black Friday on a student budget

November 24, 2025

Every Black Friday, there are two kinds of people. You’re either like me, distrusting every ‘limited time only’ tag or you’re the one with a colour coded spreadsheet tracking every discount from every brand. Either way, we all want the […]

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Mastering your path — choosing the right type of postgraduate course for your goals

November 20, 2025

Choosing a master’s course isn’t just about picking a subject—it’s about finding the right course that aligns with your career and personal goals.    In this blog, we break down the types of master’s degrees and help you find the right fit for your ambitions.    Integrated master’s  […]

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Chloe’s tips to make your uni application stand out

November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

Applying to university is an exciting step, but with thousands of students submitting applications each year, how can you make yours stand out? When I was in college and applying to university, I remember how important my personal statement felt, […]

4 minute read

Choosing my postgraduate course at Teesside

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

By Tracy.   If I could open a journal entry from July 2024, I’d tell myself, ‘We did it. We made it into postgraduate study.’ Like everyone else making a big decision, I had spreadsheets full of comparisons, pros and […]

How my career led to me making Teesside my home

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

  I wouldn’t call myself a job-hopper, but I’ve had a pretty diverse career so far and it all came together at Teesside. I’ve always followed opportunities that are long-term and meaningful – that’s why I’ve been at Teesside University […]

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The reality behind forensics in TV dramas

September 22, 2025September 22, 2025

TV should be exciting and engaging – we want to be entertained, enthralled and captivated. But we should also appreciate what is real and what is entertainment. Intelligence analysis in real life vs on TV TV drama has a beginning, […]

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From Teesside to Miami – my placement with the University of Miami

September 19, 2025

Oliver Scurrah, BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation student, completed a placement at the University of Miami with two other students. He looks back on what the experience was like for him. I chose to study this course at Teesside […]

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Six ways to meet new people

August 25, 2025June 25, 2025

Making friends at uni can seem daunting, but remember other students may be in the same situation as you, so you are all on this journey together.  Here are six top tips to help you form friendships.  Join social media […]

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Behind the tape: studying crime scene science

August 22, 2025September 15, 2025

Themes and career options There are three core themes at the heart of a crime scene science degree. The first focuses on preparing you for a career as a crime scene investigator (CSI). You study a wide range of practical […]

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Finance support for you at Teesside Uni

August 15, 2025

Uni finances can feel overwhelming – but you’re not in it alone. We’re here to help every step of the way. This blog breaks down everything you need to know about the financial support that’s on offer at Teesside, so […]

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