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Teesside University ranked best in the North East by students

Teesside University was the top-ranked university in the North East in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) 2026 following outstanding feedback from students.The WUSCAs are the UK’s largest annual awards decided entirely by students, with reviews gathered through campus visits and the WhatUni website. Teesside University was number one in the region in seven categories, including: · University of the Year · Student support · Career prospects · Lecturers and teaching quality · Facilities · International · Students’ Union It was placed within the top 10

Santander pledges £100k to support Teesside University students

Teesside University has partnered with Santander, unlocking two years of funding opportunities to support student education, entrepreneurship, and employability.The partnership makes available scholarships, grants and awards to the Teesside University community with a combined value of £100k over two years designed to ease financial pressures and enhance the university experience. All Teesside staff, students, and graduates can also access Santander Open Academy , a free global e-learning platform offering courses and expert-led content

Regional universities unite to launch landmark Northern Interprofessional Education Strategy

Five northern universities have come together to launch a UK first regional strategy designed to strengthen collaboration and enhance interprofessional education (IPE) across the North of England.The Northern Interprofessional Education Strategy, developed jointly by Newcastle University, Northumbria University, the University of Sunderland, Teesside University, and the University of York, sets out a shared vision to advance IPE through a connected regional community of practice. The pioneering strategy is the result of stakeholder consultation, evidence gathering, and collaboration

Ultramarathon runner aims to go the distance to support Student Minds

A passion for ultramarathon running has led Professor Mark Simpson, Teesside University’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, on a mission to clock up the miles to promote awareness of mental health charity Student Minds.He will take on the challenge of the Hardmoors 200 in May, a 200-mile single stage ultramarathon which must be completed in 60 hours.  It’s not the first time Professor Simpson has donned his running shoes to complete an ultramarathon run to raise awareness and raise funds for Student Minds.   Last summer, he completed the gruelling Summer Spine, a 268-mile race along the Pennine

Teesside University celebrates major win at Educate North Awards

Teesside University won the CCUK Outstanding University Award at a prestigious event celebrating the very best in northern higher education.The Educate North Awards  highlight excellence across universities, colleges and sixth forms. The Outstanding School, College or University category recognises institutions that demonstrate exceptional commitment to transforming lives, supporting regional growth and delivering high‑quality education. Teesside University was praised for its sustained civic engagement, commitment to digital inclusion and cultural

Teesside University research reveals nearly nine million African children living with life-threatening sickle cell disease

A major new study 00048-9/fulltext) has revealed that almost nine million children across sub-Saharan Africa are living with sickle cell disease, many without access to early diagnosis or lifesaving care.The research, led by Teesside University published in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, estimates that 8.85 million children under 15 years are living with sickle cell disease in sub-Saharan Africa in 2023, including around 1.17 million infants and 2.75 million children under five, groups at highest risk of early death

Teesside University named Higher Education Partner of the Year

Teesside University has been named Higher Education Partner of the Year by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) in recognition of its outstanding impact on leadership and management education.The Higher Education Partner of the Year award celebrates higher education institutions that deliver exceptional outcomes through their partnership with the CMI, which inspires people to become skilled, confident and successful leaders. Teesside University stood out for its innovative approach to embedding professional development, leadership capability and employability skills into the student

Turner Prize 2026 - online press presentation

Online press presentation - Thursday 23 AprilWe are delighted to invite you to join Tate Britain and MiddlesbroughInstitute ofModern Art (MIMA) online on Thursday 23 April for theannouncement of the Turner Prize 2026shortlist. Please follow the below link to watch the presentation at 9AM on Thursday23 April. The 2026 Turner Prize exhibition of the shortlisted artists’ work willopen at MIMA,Middlesbrough on Saturday 26 September, ahead ofthe winner announcement on Thursday 10 December. We very much look forward to welcoming you to Thursday’s presentation andthe

Turner Prize 2026 - online press presentation

Online press presentation - Thursday 23 AprilWe are delighted to invite you to join Tate Britain and MiddlesbroughInstitute ofModern Art (MIMA) online on Thursday 23 April for theannouncement of the Turner Prize 2026shortlist. Please follow the below link to watch the presentation at 9AM on Thursday23 April. The 2026 Turner Prize exhibition of the shortlisted artists’ work willopen at MIMA,Middlesbrough on Saturday 26 September, ahead ofthe winner announcement on Thursday 10 December. We very much look forward to welcoming you to Thursday’s presentation andthe

Next round for the Pint of Science festival

The world’s largest festival of public science, which offers members of the public an inside look at cutting-edge research, is returning to Darlington and Middlesbrough.The Pint of Science festival brings thousands of scientists and their research out of specialist labs and into their local pubs, cafés and community halls to share their scientific discoveries with members of the public in an informal and relaxed setting.    Teesside University researchers will host the Pint of Science festival in Darlington and Middlesbrough, presenting their research and answering thought-provoking

Teesside University launches UK’s first Early Years Teaching Degree Apprenticeship

Teesside University has launched the UK’s first Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship, a pioneering new route designed to strengthen the early years workforce and expand access to graduate-led practice across nurseries, preschools and early years settings. The programme leads to a BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies and Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) and has been developed in close collaboration with employers to address sector-wide challenges in recruitment, retention, quality and leadership. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for the sector, following the

Teesside University launches major CO2 separation validation project supporting East Coast Cluster ambitions

A new Teesside University-led project will deliver independent evidence on advanced CO2 separation technologies, supporting the region’s growing hydrogen and biogas ambitions.The initiative is in strategic collaboration with PolyCapture Limited, which develops greenhouse gases separation technologies.  It will evaluate solid sorbent CO2 separation as a potentially lower energy, lower cost alternative to incumbent technologies, strengthening the evidence base for industrial decarbonisation.  The 12-month programme will provide decision ready technical, economic, and environmental data

Teesside Taskforce Journal showcases place-based leadership, green growth and a new national model for renewal

The Teesside Taskforce today (February 26) announces the launch of the first edition of the Teesside Taskforce Journal.This new publication captures progress to date and sets out an ambitious, forward-looking programme to accelerate a fairer, greener and more prosperous future through place-based leadership.  Produced through the Teesside Taskforce Programme, established under the UK2070 Commission mission to tackle entrenched regional inequalities, the Journal is designed as a practical platform; showcasing delivery, convening partners, and inviting new ideas that strengthen local

Movie visual effects Oscar nomination for Teesside University graduate

Working on a film inspired by a real-life dramatic wildfire rescue mission has earned a best visual effects Oscar nomination for a Teesside University graduate.Russell Bowen is part of a four-strong team to receive an Academy Award nomination for Best Visual Effects for The Lost Bus.  Harrowing survival drama The Lost Bus is based on a rescue mission during the 2018 Californian wildfires, when a heroic bus driver helped 22 children to safety from the inferno.  The film features 1,400 visual effects, with some proving so real that one viewer was reported as saying they could ‘almost

New report showcases transformative support for students

Teesside University has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming lives and opening doors to higher education with the publication of its first Access and Participation Plan (APP) Impact Report. The report highlights the significant work the University undertakes in empowering students who face barriers to entering and succeeding in higher education – work that contributed to Teesside being named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2025. With around 85% of Teesside students experiencing some form of barrier to accessing, succeeding in, or progressing from higher

Teesside University to host 10th International Visual Methods Conference (IVMC27) in 2027

A major international conference exploring how visual media can be best utilised to engage people in research and forge connections between people and places is to be hosted by Teesside University. The 10[th] International Visual Methods Conference (IVMC27) will be coming to Middlesbrough, home of Teesside University’s Institute for Collective Place Leadership and MIMA (Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art), in March 2027. The conference will follow MIMA’s hosting of the Turner Prize in Autumn 2026 and will offer further opportunity to showcase the vibrant and culturally

Teesside University research team focus on transport inequality

A call has been sounded for people to share their experiences travelling around the Tees Valley for work, education or training as part of a new in-depth study.The study, commissioned by Tees Valley Combined Authority and led by Teesside University researchers, aims to explore how people use and access transport systems in the region and what effect this has on their work, skills training and education opportunities. Overcoming Transport Barriers to Opportunity is an eight-month project led by researchers from Teesside University’s Institute for Collective Place Leadership. The study is

Teesside University graduate bowled over to join Italy’s T20 cricket squad

An international cricketer who is part of the first Italian squad to qualify for the upcoming 2026 T20 World Cup credits his time at Teesside University in backing his sporting career.Gian-Piero Meade, who is better known as JP, graduated last year from Teesside University’s BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation.     JP came to Teesside as a Performance Sport Scholar on the TASS Dual Career Pathway, allowing him to balance his international cricketing career with his academic studies. The Performance Sport Scholarship supports students who are studying for a degree whilst

Teesside University law degree recognised in Malaysia

Teesside University Law School is celebrating a significant milestone as its LLB (Hons) Law degree has been recognised by the Legal Profession Qualifying Board (LPQB) Malaysia.This endorsement means that students who successfully complete all requirements of Teesside University’s LLB will be eligible to apply for registration to sit Malaysia’s Certificate in Legal Practice examination, subject to meeting all other LPQB criteria. Approval from the Board is an indicator of academic quality and professional relevance, as the Certificate in Legal Practice is a key professional qualification

Steph McGovern launches new Teesside University scholarship to support women in engineering

Broadcaster, journalist and author Steph McGovern returned to her Teesside roots to officially launch a major new scholarship programme aimed at increasing the number of women entering the engineering profession.The Steph McGovern Women in Engineering Scholarship powered by Enginuity will provide support for every first‑year, full‑time female Engineering student at Teesside University, thanks to £44,000 of funding from Enginuity, the engineering skills charity. At a special event held in the University’s Digital Life Building, the inaugural scholars learned for the first time that they

Teesside University appoints next Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive

Teesside University has appointed Professor Mark Simpson as its next Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive. He will take up his appointment following the retirement of Professor Paul Croney OBE, at the beginning of September 2026. Professor Simpson is currently Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University and has held numerous senior positions throughout his career at Teesside. He was previously Dean of the School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Law, has a distinguished reputation for teaching and learning and is a Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a Fellow of the

Teesside University donates hundreds of iPads to help bridge digital divide

Teesside University has donated nearly 700 iPads to local charity furbd , helping hundreds of digitally excluded individuals and families across the Tees Valley access essential services and stay connected. A further 200 devices are set to be donated early next year, continuing the University’s commitment to social impact and sustainability. Furbd provides households and organisations with access to vital digital hardware where otherwise they might have been at risk of exclusion and disadvantage through lack of access to the internet and technology.

Groundbreaking project to unlock nuclear energy's role in hydrogen and clean fuels

Teesside University is working with the UK National Nuclear Laboratory (UKNNL) on an ambitious project to explore how nuclear energy can do more than generate electricity, by co-producing hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and heat for industrial and domestic applications.The initiative will develop a scaled physical mock-up of a high-temperature heat loop, enabling researchers to model and control complex heat dynamics in systems where multiple applications, such as electricity generation, hydrogen production, chemical synthesis, and district heating, operate simultaneously.  Professor Kumar

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