The University of Sheffield

Western Bank, Sheffield

  • #=105 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 28,399Total Students
  • 3,351Faculty
  • 11,307Int'l Students

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The University of Sheffield offers undergraduate courses in a range of subject areas including arts and humanities, business, engineering, law, medicine, dentistry and health, science and social sciences. 

Whatever subjects’ 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 Excellence Framework 99% percent of Sheffield’s research was rated as internationally recognised, excellent or world-leading. As a Russell Group university, teaching is driven by our research expertise and Sheffield is ranked 22nd in Europe for teaching excellence (Times Higher Education Europe Teaching Rankings 2019). 

During their time at Sheffield, students are encouraged to manage their own time to build upon vital organisational 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.

About

The University of Sheffield offers undergraduate courses in a range of subject areas including arts and humanities, business, engineering, law, medicine, dentistry and health, science and social sciences. 

Whatever subjects’ 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 Excellence Framework 99% percent of Sheffield’s research was rated as internationally recognised, excellent or world-leading. As a Russell Group university, teaching is driven by our research expertise and Sheffield is ranked 22nd in Europe for teaching excellence (Times Higher Education Europe Teaching Rankings 2019). 

During their time at Sheffield, students are encouraged to manage their own time to build upon vital organisational 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.

Available programs

University highlights

QS World University Ranking

  • 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

Student & Staff

Total students
28,399

32%
68%

International students
11,307

54%
46%

Total faculty staff
3,351

1074
2277

Total students
28,399

32%
68%

International students
11,307

54%
46%

Total faculty staff
3,351

2277
1074
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Scholarships

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The Scholarships above offer some form of financial aid to prospective students. Please always check the specific requirements and restrictions on scholarship availability.

Campus locations

Western Bank, Sheffield, GB,

Western Bank , Sheffield , United Kingdom , S10 2TN

Sir Fredrick Mappin Building,

Sheffield, United Kingdom , Sheffield , United Kingdom ,

Management School,

Sheffield, United Kingdom , Sheffield , United Kingdom ,

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English language requirements

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