What Students Say
Likes
- It's actually in a student city so it's very easy to connect and make friends. The university is inclusive of all religions like we played holi there in the university itself.
- Even in the college, it's very inclusive of you if you are actually trying to connect and make friends, there are different clubs that are actually dedicated to make students feel at home and help them communicate.
- There are a lot of clubs and societies where you can participate and pursue your interests, so the university tries to make a balance between your education and social life.
Dislikes
- Not too many native english students, which would have been cool if I could befriend some of them.
- Small city, not to do much if you are not social enough.
- Not enough jobs in the same city, the university has some but still you are required to commute to new castle or other cities for jobs
Course Curriculum
8
- The difficulty is not very great; it is moderate, and it was a mix of both practical and theoretical, with more focus on practical knowledge rather than just theoretical knowledge.
- The batch sizes are not very big, which makes discussions possible and classes interactive, and while it is positive, there is a negative outcome for this as well, as this makes the classes boring and very shallow, even if a few students don't show up for the classes.
- 2-3 classes every day are scheduled.
- There are a lot of Indian students in the university, and you will definitely make indian friends there, but to my surprise, there were none in my batch.
Admission Experience
- I was on a student exchange program, so it was different for me. However, I have applied to 3 to 4 colleges and received admissions from all of them.
- The universities to which I applied and was shortlisted were the University of Birmingham, the University of Liverpool, the University of Leicester, Leeds University, and Teesside University.
- I was not rejected from any university I applied to.
- Again, not applicable to me as I was an exchange student, I was sent there through my college, but from what I have heard from my friends, the process is rather simple, and they glided through it without many hiccups. The admission process for the university is cooperative for students, and they won't have much trouble applying. They applied to the university above others because the admission and the tuition fees were less compared to other universities.
- You would be accepted by the university if you score more than 65% in your high school and if you have above 90 in English in cbse board, you are also exempted from IELTS.
- Normally, students apply for the summer intake as it is usually after their high school graduation, and it does not require them to waste time. The admission takes around 1-2 months, and I would advise applying for the admissions when you are completing your graduation, and don't wait for the completion of the graduation; complete it first so that you have enough time for everything, and it does not overwhelm you with deadlines.
Faculty
10
- 1:10 is the average teacher-student ratio. As I mentioned in the above answer, it is actually very good as long as the students are present.
- The course content was fulfilling enough, and I think it would help any student secure a job. It included the necessary theoretical parts with a more practical approach, making the students ready for the real world
- They do help you find jobs if they can.
- I remember Qurashi sir the most because he was the most helpful of them; he even helped us out even after we were out of the university, making him a lifelong connection.
Campus Life
8
- 1 campus in Middlesbrough city, near Newcastle
- The college has every possible facility, such as a library, student council building, gym, medical services, bars, parking, cafes, etc.
- There are all sorts of cultural programs like Holi, and something new is always going on in the student council building, like there is a club called TPAS, for acting, dancing, and performing arts. A whole lot of societies and clubs.
- Even for sports, almost all sports have a club there, there as squash, wheelchair basketball, wall climbing, volleyball, badminton, and many more sports available
Part Time Jobs
- There are plenty of part-time jobs available in the university itself, but again, not all the students can get a job in the university itself; there are TA, RA, and DA positions that students can claim. The pay can be between 11-15 pounds per hour.
- They are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours a week.
- It is different for every batch, as students might want to compete or not compete for the same position, and the students change, so it is a very subjective topic, but for my batch, it was comparatively easy for us.
- They earn around 11-15 pounds depending on the job. It is a bit difficult for students to secure part-time employment while studying outside of the university, as there are very low openings in the city, but if you work hard a bit, you can secure a job in the nearby cities. There are agencies that help you secure a job, and you can also apply online, and there are some shops that have posters outside their store for job requirements.
Placement
6
- They say there are about 80% students who secure a job through their placements, and some of them get a job outside by themselves. The networking opportunities, you have to grab yourself; online job portals are also there where you can find a job.
- One of my friends got a job within a day of trying, and some of them didn't get any, even after 6 months.
Accommodation
Off Campus
6
- I found the accommodation online from a famous site known as University Living.
- The monthly rent was 440 pounds, and it included everything from wifi to electricity. Everything has a shared bathroom and kitchen.
- The challenge was that I had to find the accommodation from here in India, and it made me wonder which of the deals were real or if they were scams, and if the rooms were actually any good.
- If you are new, try to book the university accommodation or try trusted sites only, and if you know someone there, it would be better to ask them to look for a house, as they can actually find the houses cheaper than trusted sites and university accommodation. But don't try to contact random people and book rooms through them. You can actually use official university WhatsApp groups to find the rooms as well, but don't trust them too much; do your own homework and research.
Exams
- Your normal graduation marks are around 65% and IELTS is all that you need, and even IELTS is exempted if you score above 90 in English in your 12th standard from an approved board.
- You require a Statement of Purpose, LOR, CV, and marksheets.
- The interview would be conducted on a video call on Zoom or Google Meet. It would be taken by an admissions executive, it is not very strict, semi semi-formal kind of interview. They would ask you about your financial details, why you chose the university, and why that specific course, and some general details about yourself. If they find that you are not financially capable or ready for their university, they might reject your admission.
Fees
- The fees are based on your course. As I was an exchange student, I didn't have any tuition fees for Teesside, but for regular students, the fees were around 15-16k pounds, and it was yearly.
- I lived in a rented room near the university, it cost 440 pounds monthly, and the food cost around 200 pounds, but it depends on your diet, and I actually travelled a lot and went out to eat a lot, so on a monthly basis it cost me 800-1000 pounds.
Scholarship
- Yes, there are some scholarships available from the university, but I, as an exchange student, was not eligible for the scholarship. Some of my friends received some scholarships; the reward amount was around 2000 pounds, and it was called a merit scholarship. There are also some scholarships based on your nationality. The scholarship also varies based on your profile, but it starts from around 1500 pounds, and it can go up to a 100% scholarship, but that is very rare
