Since the 1870s, The Northern School of Art has been helping individuals turn their creative passions into professional realities. With campuses in Middlesbrough and Hartlepool, the School provides industry-focused training in a hands-on, supportive and collaborative environment.

The Connected Campus programme at the School’s degree-level campus in Hartlepool, developed with North East Screen, bridges the gap between education and professional practice. Students gain practical experience across film, television, animation, photography and design through masterclasses, workshops and networking opportunities.

As North East Screen Operations Director Gayle Woodruffe explained, it’s about “connecting students with professionals, helping them gain the confidence, skills, and networks they nee

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