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One of the world’s top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2021), the University of Sheffield is a Russell Group institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching and research. Sheffield is a welcoming and friendly city located in the middle of the UK. Outside the classroom, there are a wealth of opportunities offered by the Students’ Union which has been voted number one in the UK for four consecutive years (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2017-2020). The union is the heart of student life and there are over 300 different clubs and societies, day and evening events, as well as volunteering opportunities and extra-curricular activities.
As a world-leading university, its research expertise informs and influences its teaching. There are a wide range of subjects available at undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate level, including arts and humanities, business, engineering, medicine and health sciences, and social sciences. Its teachers publish their research work internationally and understand the connection between research and its applications. The university’s research drives positive change, empowering people and making communities stronger.
Sheffield has a long history of welcoming international students. Its community is diverse and welcoming with over 29,000 students from over 150 countries.
Sheffield’s location means that it is convenient to travel to other UK cities by public transport. London is just two hours away by train, whilst trains to Manchester take just 45 minutes. Sheffield offers all the benefits of a large metropolitan city, but is renowned for its friendly attitude, affordability and safety.
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2021 101
2020 101
2019 101
2022 95 2
2021 93 15
2020 78
2022 110 11
2021 121 4
2020 117
The University of Sheffield is made up of five academic faculties, with an additional International Faculty based in Thessaloniki, Greece. Faculties include:
The university’s arts and humanities has been recognised as world-leading, ranking 67th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2021. Departments include Archaeology, East Asian Studies, English, History, Languages and Cultures, Music and Philosophy.
Consisting of seven departments including Aerospace Engineering, Automatic Control and Systems Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical and Biological Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, and Mechanical Engineering.
This faculty is home to the university’s Medical School as well as departments in Dentistry, Health Sciences, Human Communication Sciences, Neuroscience, and Oncology and Metabolism.
Consists of seven departments including Animal and Plant Sciences, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Physics and Astronomy, and Psychology.
The faculty is made up of 13 departments including the university’s triple-crown accredited Management School, as well as the departments of Architecture, Economics, Education, Geography, Information School, Journalism, Landscape Architecture, Law, Politics, Sociology, Urban Studies and Planning, and the interdisciplinary Methods Institute. Sheffield’s social sciences placed 70th globally and law placed 66th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2021.
The University of Sheffield continues to be recognized as a world-leading university in national and international university rankings and surveys:
22,32,448 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
5,10,057 Living costs
4,15,338 To live on campus
The University of Sheffield welcomes scholarship applications from high-achieving students who can demonstrate excellent academic achievement and potential. Full terms and conditions apply.
International scholarships for 2021 entry include, but are not limited to:
50 percent tuition fee scholarships for undergraduate courses* for each year of study (subject to achieving a 60 percent average). Students need to hold an offer before they can apply for this scholarship.
25 percent tuition fee scholarships for postgraduate taught courses*. Students need to hold an offer before they can apply for this scholarship.
Other awards may be available depending on nationality, domicile or subject of study. Students can use the university’s Funding Calculator to find out more about available funding.
*A small number of courses in the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health are not eligible for these scholarships.
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.
The university accepts a range of different English language qualifications. The English Language Teaching Centre offers pre-sessional English language courses for those who need to improve their levels to meet the entry requirements for their undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
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.
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.
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.
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.
If students haven’t yet met the entry requirements to join one of the undergraduate or postgraduate courses, they can join a foundation or pre-master’s programme at the University of Sheffield International College.
Whatever subject students choose to study at the university, they will be taught and supervised by world-leading teachers, researchers and practitioners. Academic staff at the university are experts in their fields, and in the latest Research Exercise Framework 99 percent of Sheffield’s research was rated as internationally recognized, excellent or world-leading. As a Russell Group university, teaching is driven by research expertise and Sheffield is ranked 22nd out of 250 universities in Europe for teaching excellence (Times Higher Education Europe Teaching Rankings 2020).
During their time at Sheffield, students are encouraged to manage their own time to build upon vital organizational skills and prepare for the world of work. In addition to becoming specialists in their chosen subject, students will develop their problem-solving, research, analytical, team working, and leadership skills, as well as increasing their confidence, and becoming resilient and adaptable.
The University of Sheffield works closely with business, industry, governments and international organizations to ensure that course content meets the demands of the field. Many courses feature alumni and guest lecturers who provide vital insight to students about their profession or industry.
Sheffield is a vibrant city which is close to some of the UK’s most beautiful countryside. Home to more than half a million people, the city is the fourth biggest in the UK with an exciting music and arts scene. The city also boasts lots of outdoor space, including over 200 parks, beautiful gardens and woodland such as the Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Weston Park which are both a short walk from the main campus. Sheffield is a welcoming and friendly city, and it’s one of the UK’s most affordable student cities.
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 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.
The university has invested in state-of-the-art teaching and learning spaces, including an Information Commons library which has over 100,000 books and 500 computers, and the Diamond, a multidisciplinary teaching facility, with 2,540 study spaces, nine lecture theatres, a jet engine control room, a machine shop, and a virtual reality suite.
The university has a wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to supporting international students, both before they arrive and throughout their studies. Across the university, there are expert advisers who can answer any questions, whether students would like to know more about scholarships, courses, accommodation, or what it’s like to live in Sheffield.
The Students’ Union is number one in the UK (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2017- 2020) and provides a range of clubs and societies, events, activities and volunteering opportunities to enhance the student experience.
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