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About The University of Sheffield

University of the Year 2024 - voted by our students


Studying at the University of Sheffield means you’ll get the future that follows a degree from a Russell Group University. You’ll see how world-leading research enhances our teaching and changes lives – starting with your own. You’ll also have an unforgettable experience in one of the best student cities in the UK. These are just a few reasons our students voted us the University of the Year (Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2024). 


An international outlook

We're a global community with an international outlook. You'll learn alongside 30,000 students from over 150 countries, meaning your experience at Sheffield will be truly international.

Learn from the experts

You’ll learn from academics conducting life-enhancing, world-changing research – the innovators in your subject. They’ll help you to shape the world we live in and get the best start to your career.

About The University of Sheffield

University of the Year 2024 - voted by our students


Studying at the University of Sheffield means you’ll get the future that follows a degree from a Russell Group University. You’ll see how world-leading research enhances our teaching and changes lives – starting with your own. You’ll also have an unforgettable experience in one of the best student cities in the UK. These are just a few reasons our students voted us the University of the Year (Whatuni Student Choice Awards, 2024). 


An international outlook

We're a global community with an international outlook. You'll learn alongside 30,000 students from over 150 countries, meaning your experience at Sheffield will be truly international.

Learn from the experts

You’ll learn from academics conducting life-enhancing, world-changing research – the innovators in your subject. They’ll help you to shape the world we live in and get the best start to your career.

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University information

The University of Sheffield has been welcoming students from all over the world for many decades and has a lot of experience in assessing and understanding the many different international qualifications. Visit the country pages to see more information on acceptable qualifications for specific countries. Specific grades, subjects and English language requirements vary by course and more information can be found on the university website

English language requirements

The university accepts a range of different English language qualifications for both undergraduate and postgraduate level study. The English Language Teaching Centre offers pre-sessional English language courses for those who need to improve their English levels to meet the entry requirements for their undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

Undergraduate

Sheffield accepts a range of different international qualifications for direct entry onto undergraduate courses. If students do not meet the requirements, they can apply for one of the university’s pathway programmes, such as those offered by the University of Sheffield International College or NCUK.

To apply for an undergraduate course, students need to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Sheffield’s UCAS code is S18 SHEFD. There is no campus code.

Postgraduate Taught

Holders of a good bachelor’s degree from a recognised university will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate diploma or master’s programmes. Students applying for a postgraduate taught or master’s course can apply using the online application form. The university’s most popular courses receive many more applications than study places available.

Postgraduate Research

Holders of a good bachelor’s degree and a good master’s degree from a recognised university will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate research programmes. There is more information about PhD study here


We’re continually investing in our campus and facilities to ensure we provide a high quality learning environment with access to all of the resources and technology you need.  

There are four libraries available to students, with the university's Information Commons and Diamond offering 24/7 study facilities.

Our Information Commons library has 1,300 learning spaces, considerable technology support and over 100,000 books and 500 computers.

The Diamond, a multidisciplinary teaching facility offers a range of independent and shared study spaces, a makers space for students to use, computer and specialist engineering labs. It also features sector-leading creative media facilities including private editing booths and a full TV studio.

Accommodation

The University of Sheffield guarantees to find students a place in their accommodation for the duration of their studies, providing they meet a few simple conditions. All university accommodation includes a private bedroom and free Wi-Fi. The majority of rooms are en-suite so students will have their own bathroom and WC.

Sports

University sports are open to everyone. There are many sports and exercise opportunities for you to get involved in, regardless of your ability, commitment level or past experience.

You can also join our fitness centre, Sport Sheffield to get access to a variety of fitness classes and sports facilities, including a high-tech gym, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts and sports pitches.

Faith support

Our religious advisors and chaplains offer care and support to all students, whatever your beliefs and there are places of worship for those of all faiths including Muslim prayer rooms on campus. 

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Student life

The best student experience


Our student experience is unrivalled. Not only did our students vote us University of the Year, our Students’ Union was voted the best in the UK for the seventh year running, and we were named best for student life (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2024). While you’re here, you can join one, or all, of over 400 student societies and 60 sports clubs.

The city of Sheffield

The city of Sheffield is diverse, green and inclusive, with real character. It’s the big city vibe that feels like home. It’s also one of the UK’s most affordable cities. 

With over 250 parks and woodlands, 4.5 million trees and numerous renewable energy sites, Sheffield is leading the way to a sustainable future – both nationally and globally.

Sheffield - your university city

Your career starts here

Ranked #2 for Best University Careers Service in the UK by the StudentCrowd University League Table 2024, we're proud to have achieved this recognition in the latest StudentCrowd University Awards. Based on over 31,500 verified student reviews, we also ranked #2 overall, #5 for job prospects, and #1 for Best University Students' Union in the UK for the second year running.

Our goal is to equip you with the skills and confidence to pursue the future you envision. Whether you're a student or graduate, you can access comprehensive careers and employability support.


Our partners

The expertise of our people means we partner with governments, multinational companies and charitable foundations from across the world. They include Unilever, Boots, AstraZeneca, GSK, ICI, Slazenger, Rolls Royce, and Boeing to name a few.

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
International
21,500 GBP

The University of Sheffield is offering a generous scholarship package for students starting courses in autumn 2025.   

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2025  

We are offering 75 scholarships worth £10,000 towards your tuition fees for each year (subject to a 60% average) of your undergraduate degree. More information can be found here.

International Undergraduate Taught Scholarship 2025

We are offering scholarships of up to £2,500 to new international students starting their undergraduate studies at the University of Sheffield in September 2025. More information can be found here

International Postgraduate Merit Scholarship 2025

We are offering 75 scholarships worth £10,000 towards your tuition fee. More information can be found here

International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship 2025

We are offering scholarships of up to £2,500 to international students joining the University from selected regions to study a taught masters programme in September 2025. More information can be found here.

Scholarships

MBA

MBA
MBA Open

Value

50% tuition fee waiver

Deadline

29 Aug 2025

Application requirements

QS Event attendance is required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$2500

Deadline

8 Jul 2025

Application requirements

QS Event attendance is required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

International Undergraduate Scholarship

International Undergraduate Scholarship
Bachelors Open

Value

$2000

Deadline

4 Jun 2025

Application requirements

QS Event attendance is required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

Rankings & Ratings

The University of Sheffield is one of the top public universities in Sheffield,, United Kingdom. It is ranked #=105 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #66
  • 2014
    #=71
  • 2015
    #69
  • 2016
    #80
  • 2017
    #84
  • 2018
    #=82
  • 2019
    #=75
  • 2020
    #78
  • 2021
    #93
  • 2022
    #95
  • 2023
    #=96
  • 2024
    #104
  • 2025
    #=105

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #66
  • 2014
    #=71
  • 2015
    #69
  • 2016
    #80
  • 2017
    #84
  • 2018
    #=82
  • 2019
    #=75
  • 2020
    #78
  • 2021
    #93
  • 2022
    #95
  • 2023
    #=96
  • 2024
    #104
  • 2025
    #=105

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