We are delighted to introduce a new International Foundation Year pathway in Animation, Games & Visual Effects.
Save time and money, and experience a seamless transition to graduate success, by studying an International Foundation Year programme and your degree with one visa.
Ambitious students make their home at Teesside University – join us at the International Study Centre to begin your journey to an exciting career.
Study a pathway programme with us and progress to the undergraduate or postgraduate degree of your dreams.
The majority of University's research was judged to be world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
for 'Overall Average' student satisfaction (ISC Autumn 2023)
in North East England for student experience (TEF 2023)
to become an Adobe Creative Campus
for apprenticeship provision (Ofsfed 2025)
for services to business (Customer First UK)
Begin your academic adventure in the supportive and welcoming environment of the International Study Centre, ensuring you begin your time at university with the skills and confidence to succeed as an international student in the UK. We offer a choice of undergraduate and postgraduate pathways.
Choose to study our International Foundation Year programme and gain the skills to begin your chosen undergraduate degree at Teesside – whether you’re interested in business, STEM or the creative industries.
Get the academic, language and career support you need to start your degree with confidence and progress to year two of your undergraduate degree at Teesside University. This one-year programme helps you adjust to studying in the UK while building valuable skills for your future.
Spend one semester with us at the International Study Centre, before progressing to your choice of business, humanities or science degree at Teesside University.
At the International Study Centre, we will support you on your academic and career journey from day one. Our staff are experts in international education and know what you need to succeed on your degree and in your future.
Once you successfully complete your pathway programme and join your chosen degree at Teesside University, you will benefit from a curriculum designed to future-proof your education and career. The University is Europe’s first Adobe Creative Campus, designed to help you build digital skills that employers value.
The University boasts many industry links in Middlesbrough and beyond – and you will be able to enhance what you learn in the classroom with practical learning experiences such as internships and shadowing opportunities.
We are located on the Teesside University campus in the town of Middlesbrough, in the North East of England. Here you will find friendly locals and other international students from all around the world, ready to welcome you to the community.
Maximise your potential during your studies and be close to everything you need by studying on-campus, with quick access to the University's world-class range of facilities.
Campus Heart
Southfield Rd
Middlesbrough
TS1 3BX
Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.
