Apply for Teesside University, England

If you find courses at Teesside not found on our home page as part of our agreement with Teesside, let us know, and you can come for an interview with Teesside staff. Please contact us at Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen before end of March the year you wish to start. If we're past March already, or even later, please do contact us anyway :)

Important: First of all, if you intend to apply, please tell us at Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen ! That way, we can make sure you get your English certificates, and be of help with the application. As a Noroff student you should put NOROFF as "agent" on the application form, if there is such a form field (forms tends to change :).

Do I need studiekompetanse to study at Teesside?

1. It's not a requirement from Teesside. But to get financial funding from Lånekassen, you need to fulfill several requirements. One of the requirements is studiekompetanse. Lånekassen can make exceptions, if you are over 25 years old and have what's called realkompetanse.Please visit Lånekassens homepage for further information.
   
   If you have loan in Lånekassen, and are going to finance your further studies on your own, i.e without financial support from Lånekassen, remember to inform Lånekassen that you still is a student. if not, your loan will increase due to the interest rate, and you will be asked to pay back.
   Also, if you have videregående skole (secondary high school), they should be able to give you an English diploma. Ask for it early in the application process, some schools are known to use a long time to get it translated.
   
   
2. How about my English skills?
   For Noroff students the following applies...
   - we do not ask to see English certificates/qualifications for applicants applying to any courses in games/animation
   - at interview we will advise students if we think they are likely to have a problem with language
   - when students arrive at Teesside and enrol on their course they will be asked to take a short test of English competence
   - if the English test shows weaknesses in some areas (speech, writing, comprehension, etc) we will ask students to attend some language classes for the first few weeks of their course (in addition to their other modules)
   - we provide optional/drop-in language support throughout the course for any students who feel they need help
3. Application process
   The courses at Teesside is run at different schools, and the application process differs a little between the schools. Please use the process that applies to your chosen course.
   
   The application process differs slightly depending on which school you apply for. Please follow the process according to your course wish:
   • School of Computing (3D courses)
   • School of Arts & Media (Design, Media, Art)

   Application process for courses at the School of Computing This process applies to applications for one of the following courses: Computer Animation Computer Character Animation Creative Digital Media Computer Games Design Computer Games Art Start by register yourself to the Noroff agent by sending an email to Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen , and tell when you're planning to go to Teesside. By registering you will get your English Noroff certificate, and we will be able to see you through the application process. We will also put you on a list, and call you for an interview held by Teesside staff early spring (April/May). If you want to attend the interview at another Noroff campus than where you are/were studying, please let us know. Please login to student.noroff.no and update your personal settings. We will not update them manually. It is very important that you update your personal information on Min side, so that we send the certificate to the correct address. We know that some of you move away after finishing your Noroff studies, and it's therefore very, very important to keep your details up to date. Download the application form for international students, fill it in and store it until the interview. Here is an example of a filled in form (pdf). You do not need to fill in sections 1, 8 and 10 in front of the interview. Do NOT send the application form to the admission office, bring it along to the interview! Make yourself a portfolio of the best computer based and hand-drawn work. Character based work is always good to see, but not essential for all courses. The interviewers want to see the best of your creative work on the computer and hand-drawn. Please print out and make it look OK. Additionaly you can burn a disc with your digital work, animations etc. You're going to present this at the interview. When the interview date closes up, you will get a date/time when to visit your preferred Noroff campus. The interview is held at a Noroff campus by Teessida staff. It's very important that you remember to take along your filled in application form and your portfolio. After the interview you will immediately get an offer - or not - depending on the outcome of the interview. If you have Noroff certificates by the time of the interview, bring COPIES to the interview, as documenation. Sending of certificates of courses not complete when applying It's important to send all your diplomas and certificates from all Noroff courses. Make sure you've been registered at Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen , so that we will know that you need an English version of the certificate. By now, Noroff is not able to send scanned copies of your certificates directly to Teesside.If you have some certificates that are not yet ready when you apply, you can send them as soon as you get your certificates. Send a copy of the certificate(s) to the Admissions Office, either a scanned copy to Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen or a snail mail postage to this address: Admissions Office Teesside University Middlesbrough Tees Valley United Kingdom TS1 3BA When/if you have sent these papers, please notify Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen . Then we know where you are in the process, and can be of better help. . It is also very important that you bring along your original papers when you're going to England.

   Application process for courses at the School of Arts & Media This process applies to applications for one of the following courses: Graphic Design Television and Film Production See http://www.tees.ac.uk/undergraduate_courses/Art_&_Design/ or http://www.tees.ac.uk/Undergraduate_courses/Media_&_Journalism/ for more information. If you have any general queries, just email Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen . If you miss some grades from the Noroff course catalogue 2010-2011, don't worry. Teesside has merged several degrees into one, the Graphic Design degree. The content is the same, thou. Start by register yourself to the Noroff agent by sending an email to Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen , and tell when you're planning to go to Teesside. By registering you will get your English Noroff certificate, and we will be able to see you through the application process. Please login to student.noroff.no and update your personal settings. We will not update them manually. It is very important that you update your personal information on Min side, so that we send the certificate to the correct address. We know that some of you move away after finishing your Noroff studies, and it's therefore very, very important to keep your details up to date. Download the application form for international students and fill it in. Here is an example of a filled in form (pdf). When you have completed the form, please email it to Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen . Design and Multimedia Communication: Bring a portfolio of your best work, whether it is computer based or hand drawn. Please print it out. Film and Television: Bring two samples of your best work on a disc or pen drive. Ideally, these two samples should demonstrate your strengths in both narrative and documentary filmmaking. When the interview date closes up, you will get a date/time when to visit your preferred Noroff campus. If you have filled out the application form and brought along your portfolio, you will receive an immediate offer (or not) depending upon the outcome of the interview. Students who are not sure whether they want to apply are nevertheless encouraged to request an interview appointment. After the interview, you may keep in touch with Ben Young or Paul Denison and decide whether or not to go forward with an application. Sending of certificates of courses not complete when applying It's important to send all your diplomas and certificates from all Noroff courses. Make sure you've been registered at Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen , so that we will know that you need an English version of the certificate. By now, Noroff is not able to send scanned copies of your certificates directly to Teesside.If you have some certificates that are not yet ready when you apply, you can send them as soon as you get your certificates. Send a copy of the certificate(s) to the Admissions Office, either a scanned copy to these TWO (2 !) addresses: Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen AND Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen , OR snail mail to this address: Claire Turner School of Arts and Media Teesside University Middlesbrough Tees Valley United Kingdom TS1 3BA When/if you have sent these papers, please notify Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen . Then we know where you are in the process, and can be of better help. It is very important that you bring along your original papers when you're going to England.

4. Common mistakes when applying to Lånekassen for financial support
   When you apply to Lånekassen, do not choose the option that says something like "utdanningen inngår i en norsk grad".
   
   You get your degree from the University, not from Noroff. You've received your prior education from Noroff, and the University has evaluated Noroff programs to be of such a high standard that 2 year Noroff Diploma graduates can start directly at year three.
   
   So, when applying to Lånekassen, do NOT say that the degree is part of a Norwegian education/degree.
5. What does a year at Teesside cost?
   http://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/international/fees.cfm provides a list of the prices. Norwegian students normally receive the International scholarship mentioned on that page.
6. Do I need to have complete Noroff certificates (completed your studies) before starting at the university?
   Yes, you do. You can apply, but you'll probably get a hard time explaining why you show up without your Noroff certificates if you say you have completed a Noroff course :)
7. And here is some contact persons at Teesside
   
   1. If you have any questions you would like to ask please do contact us. Our contact details are as follows:
      
      3D COURSES (at School of Computing)
      Mr Michael "Mike" Ablett
      e-mail : Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen ;
      tel : +44 1642 218121,
      extension 3784.
      Mike is the best person to contact for course content and details on the 3D related courses
      
      Dr Matthew Holton
      e-mail : Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen ;
      tel : +44 1642 342600 (direct line).
      Matthew is the best person to contact regarding the admissions procedure and costs.
      
      GRAPHIC DESIGN (at School of Arts and Media)
      Paul Denison
      Principal Lecturer
      International Recruitment
      School of Arts and Media
      e-mail : Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen
      tel : +44 1642 384085
      Paul can help with all aspects of the application process to Graphic Design.
      

      Jo Hamill
      Programme Leader
      Graphic Arts and Design
      e-mail : Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen
      tel : +44 1642 218121,
      extension 2379.
      Jo can help with all aspects of the application process to Graphic Design.

      Ben Young
      email: Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen
      Skype: benyoung55
      Ben can help with all aspects of the application process to Television and Film Production.
      
      If there is anything else you wish to know about applying to the School of Computing or the School of Arts and Media, please ask us, and we will do our best to answer.
      
      School of Comuting: http://www.tees.ac.uk/schools/scm/index.cfm
      
      School of Arts & Media: http://www.tees.ac.uk/schools/sam/ or email Denne e-postadressen er beskyttet mot programmer som samler e-postadresser. Du må aktivere JavaScript for å kunne se adressen .

8. Accomodation information
   If you need a place to live (which I persume you do) you can find this link . useful: http://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/accommodation/.
   One of the pages states:
   International students who are due to start a course at Teesside in September, are guaranteed a place in University accommodation. The Accommodation Office will help to arrange somewhere for you to live in University-owned or University-managed accommodation.
   
   Please do not wait for someone to contact you, contact the university and tell them you need a place to stay.