Darren Vipond

Teesside University

Teesside University is dynamic, energetic and innovative. Through education enriched by research, innovation, and engagement with business and the professions, we transform lives and economies. Teesside University is founded on a rich heritage and has invested over £270m in recent years to create a modern, vibrant campus providing a high quality environment for students and staff. Tees Valley is one of the country's best kept secrets. We've got top surf, a national park on the doorstep plus unique shopping and culture, bars and famous clubs. We're 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.