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Teesside University, based in the heart of the UK, is known for its innovation, creativity, and strong industry connections. Ranked among the top universities for designs, With a Gold rating for teaching excellence, research judged as world-leading, and state-of-the-art facilities backed by over £300 million investment, Teesside University sets the stage for creative, global careers.

Professor Paul Croney OBE

‘We are thrilled to have been selected as the Daily Mail Modern University of the Year 2026. At Teesside University we are uncompromising in our pursuit of excellence, and we are delighted that this highly prestigious award is further acknowledgement of our success and commitment to our students and partners.

‘As a University already rated as triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023, along with Ofsted Outstanding for our apprenticeship provision, this latest award firmly establishes Teesside University as a destination of choice for students globally.

‘Teesside University is dedicated to transforming lives and economies, and I am particularly proud of the recognition of the considerable work we have done to ensure that people from all walks of life are able to benefit from a truly outstanding higher education experience.

‘As a global institution we have an international network of graduates making a real difference within their communities, both here in the Tees Valley and across the world, and it gives me immense pride to see this impact acknowledged.

‘I would like to thank all of our staff, students and friends from our Team Teesside community for the immense contributions that they have made to delivering another tremendous accolade for Teesside University.’

TAN SRI DATO’ SRI PADUKA
DR. LIMKOKWING

“Don’t be a spectator. Play the game of life. It’s not the strength you lack but the will. Find that will and soar.” – Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Paduka Dr. Limkokwing (President of Limkokwing University).

Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Paduka Dr. Limkokwing is undoubtedly one of Malaysia’s most highly decorated citizens. Whether it is communications, advertising, education or his work on global humanitarian and peacemaking campaigns, or as a trusted advisor to the government, he is a legend in modern Malaysia.

His extraordinary life journey has been closely linked with the economic and social development of Malaysia over the last four decades and specifically over the last two decades, he has worked tirelessly and passionately to help transform Malaysia into a hub for creativity and innovation-driven education towards achieving the country’s goal of a high income nation by 2020.

This prestigious, national honour celebrates our transformative approach to learning, teaching, and student experience.

Teesside empowers students to think differently, create fearlessly, and make their mark on the world. Together, we’re bringing that same world-class education and creative energy to you. We’re proud to partner with Teesside University (UK) a global leader in creative education bringing world-class degrees to aspiring designer’s right here at IEC College of Art & Fashion. Our partner university leads the way named Modern University of the Year 2026, and driven by industry, innovation and real-world success.

With BA (Hons) Fashion and BA (Hons) Interior Design, you’ll gain hands-on experience, international recognition, and the confidence to shape your world, these programs go beyond the classroom inspiring innovation, style, and real-world success. Earn a UK-validated degree, gain international exposure, and design your pathway to a creative global career.

International Recognition
& Collaboration

Focused on making a real difference to the lives of people and the success of businesses and the economy, we challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what is possible. We approach challenges at pace and with purpose. We do not stand still.

We are an ambitious and enterprising university for a focused and pragmatic global new generation. We provide real opportunities and support to realise potential on a campus fit for the future and around the world.

From developing outstanding degree apprenticeships tailored to industry to addressing the societal challenges on a global scale, our work is always relevant and purpose-driven. We value education and research which is innovative, creative and supports the development of solutions to real world challenges.

We work with individuals and businesses to develop solutions that deliver ambition today.

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