Teesside University is dynamic, energetic and innovative. Were growing and inspiring others to do the same. * University of the Year - the first modern university to win the Times Higher award. * Link to 80th anniversary.Founded on a rich past - 80 years of innovation in education. * One of the top UK universities for widening participation in higher education. * Tees Valley is one of the countrys best kept secrets. Weve got top surf, a national park on the doorstep plus unique shopping and culture, bars and famous clubs. * Investment - £120m on our friendly town campus at the heart of Middlesbrough. * Our students love it - 84% of our degree students are happy with their course - 60% on courses in academic areas where teaching provision has been rated excellent. * Were research active - with an international reputation for excellence in enterprise. * Our alumni have gone on to great things - opera singer Suzannah Clarke; Marek Reichman, Design Director for Aston Martin; Deborah Dyer (singer, Skin); Roger Shannon, Cannes award-winning film producer.