Teesside University Students' Union
Also known as: Tusu
TUSU offers student social and study spaces, SU Student Support (academic, reps, jobs), SU Activities, The Terrace venue and catering, The Hub venue, and SU Shop. Student Officers and Representatives sit on University bodies and meet with the local Council and other organisations. It has student opportunities for over 3,000 students in societies, activities and academic roles in the University.
Activities & Mission
TUSU offers student social and study spaces, SU Student Support (academic, reps, jobs), SU Activities, The Terrace venue and catering, The Hub venue, and SU Shop. Student Officers and Representatives sit on University bodies and meet with the local Council and other organisations. It has student opportunities for over 3,000 students in societies, activities and academic roles in the University.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 20% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 10% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 8% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £2,544,689 | £2,677,606 | £2,014,546 | -£1,591,012 | £375,659 | 206 / 500 |
| 2024 | £2,729,368 | £2,690,649 | £2,094,378 | -£1,363,738 | £414,935 | 42 / 700 |
| 2023 | £3,083,371 | £2,413,781 | £1,965,680 | -£1,149,407 | £389,472 | 46 / 700 |
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Frequently asked questions about Teesside University Students' Union
What does Teesside University Students' Union do?
TUSU offers student social and study spaces, SU Student Support (academic, reps, jobs), SU Activities, The Terrace venue and catering, The Hub venue, and SU Shop. Student Officers and Representatives sit on University bodies and meet with the local Council and other organisations. It has student opportunities for over 3,000 students in societies, activities and academic roles in the University.
How much income did Teesside University Students' Union report in 2025?
Teesside University Students' Union reported total income of £2.54m and reported expenditure of £2.68m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Teesside University Students' Union?
Teesside University Students' Union has a program ratio of 79.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 20% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Teesside University Students' Union registered as a charity?
Teesside University Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 June 2022 as charity number 1199285. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Teesside University Students' Union?
Teesside University Students' Union is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Teesside University Students' Union operate?
Teesside University Students' Union operates across 6 areas, including Darlington, Durham, Middlesbrough and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Teesside University Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — Teesside University Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199285.
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