Teesside University
Teesside University is a public university based in Middlesbrough in North-East England, known for i...
Teesside University is a public university based in Middlesbrough in North-East England, known for its modern, industry-aligned approach to higher education. Founded in 1930 as Constantine Technical College, it gained university status in 1992. Its mission is to generate and apply knowledge that contributes to the economic, social, and cultural success of students, partners, and local communities. Teesside’s corporate strategy, “Ambition Delivered Today,” drives its vision of becoming a globally respected institution with strong research, enterprise, and professional education. The university places high value on creativity, sustainability, diversity, and responsible leadership.
For most undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes, Teesside’s minimum IELTS requirement is 5.5 in each band.
For health programmes, more stringent requirements apply (e.g. 6.5 or 7.0 in each band depending on course).
If your English score is below the university’s requirement, you can take a pre-sessional English course to improve.
For research degrees (e.g., PhD), the minimum IELTS is 6.5.
After you meet all conditions of your offer (academic, English, financial), Teesside usually issues the CAS in about 5 working days.
CAS covers the entire duration of your course, as stated in your offer letter.
You can apply for your CAS up to 6 months before your course start date (if you're outside the UK), or up to 3 months prior (if you're inside the UK).
Before issuing CAS, the university will check your finances: you need to show funds (tuition + living costs) held for at least 28 consecutive days, ending no more than 31 days before visa application.
If you need a second CAS (after one visa refusal), Teesside may issue one more; but you need to pay full fees in advance.
TEF Gold: Rated Gold overall in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework, especially for student experience and outcomes.
Future-Ready Education (Education 4.0): Innovative, digitally empowered learning with partnerships with Adobe, Microsoft, and Apple.
Industry-Driven: Strong employer links — many courses include live projects, placements, and partnerships with top companies.
Research & Innovation: Focus on impactful research in net zero, health & wellbeing, and people & place.
Social & Economic Impact: Plays a central role in regional regeneration and sustainability; committed to sustainability and reducing CO₂.
Affordable & Inclusive: Lower cost of living and tuition compared to many UK universities + strong scholarship options.
Modern Facilities: Major campus investments, including high-tech labs, a health & life sciences building, and creative spaces.
Global Outlook: Diverse student body, international partnerships, and a global mindset embedded in its mission.
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship: £7,000 fee waiver for outstanding international students.
Global Excellence Scholarship: £2,000 in first year (for international students demonstrating strong academic achievement).
British Council GREAT Scholarship: £10,000 for qualifying postgraduate students from Vietnam or Spain.
China Bursary & Merit Scholarships: £1,000 (bursary) and £3,000 (merit) for students from China.
Postgraduate Academic Excellence Award: 20% fee discount for certain master’s programmes.
Sport Scholarships: Performance-based awards, e.g., Beth Mead Scholarship for top female footballers.
ISC (International Study Centre) Scholarships: Partial tuition scholarships for pathway programmes.
Undergraduate students apply via UCAS or directly through Teesside’s website.
For postgraduate courses, apply online with your academic transcripts and degree certificate.
Entry requirements vary by course: for undergrad, generally at least two A-Levels (or equivalent) + possibly GCSEs. For postgrad, normally a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent.
Research degree (e.g. PhD) applicants usually need a UK 2:1 (or equivalent) bachelor’s + IELTS 6.5.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is accepted: work or life experience can count toward admission.
For non-native English speakers: must meet English-language test criteria or take a pre-sessional course.
International students must pay a £4,000 deposit before a CAS is issued.
Teesside University offers on-campus halls (around 900 beds), with options from shared flats to en-suite rooms.
Rent includes all bills, free Wi-Fi (up to 1 Gb), and 24-hour security & wardens.
Contracts are flexible: 40-, 45-, or 50-week rental periods are available.
International students also have access to modern residences (Infinity House, Rialto Court, Endeavour Court).
For private housing, the university helps through letting-agent accreditation (TUSU scheme).
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