The University of Sheffield
Why study at the University of Sheffield?
The University of Sheffield’s extraordinary academic reputation attracts the best students, teachers and researchers from around the world. You will be part of an international community in Sheffield, with more than 30,000 students from 150 different countries studying at the University and it's also the home of the #WeAreInternational campaign.
University of Sheffield rankings
Sheffield is a member of the Russell Group of leading UK research universities. It has a global reputation for excellent teaching, research and student experience:
- 12th in the UK and 98th globally by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
- 105th in the world by the QS World University Rankings 2025
- 29th in Europe and 15th in the UK (QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025)
- Number 1 in the Russell Group for two years in a row (National Student Survey 2023 and 2024, based on aggregate responses)
- Voted University of the Year, Best Students' Union and Best Student Life at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024
- 14 subjects rank in the world top 100 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)
- Top 20 most targeted UK universities by graduate employers (High Fliers Research 2024)
- Out of 140 UK universities, the University of Sheffield is in the top 10 for all 11 categories by the StudentCrowd awards 2024 for teaching quality, course content, personal tutors, careers service, job prospects and more.
- 27th in the world for sustainability (QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2025)
Work after study
Start your career in the UK with the Graduate Immigration Route – a 2-year post-study work visa for international students graduating from UK universities meaning, you’ll be able to work for up to two years after graduating with your valid Student visa. Study a pathway programme and take the first step towards working in the UK.
Born in Malaysia. Made in Sheffield.
Being a Sheffield student, it's endless opportunities and facilities for you. Our Students' Union (SU) is really great. There's a lot of cafes and study areas around the SU and the libraries are also really nice. I like Western Bank and The Diamond, particularly. I'm in the law society and the Malaysian and Singaporean society. I think we have over a hundred societies at least in the university.
Eesha
International Foundation Year Business, Social Sciences and Humanities
LLB Law
Research and reputation
Sheffield is a world-class university, and a member of the elite Russell Group. Every faculty is a centre of excellence and the University is an international leader in teaching and research.
Living in Sheffield
Sheffield is a friendly, multicultural city. There is plenty to see and do, on and off campus, or you can take bus into the countryside to explore the beautiful Peak District.
How to apply
Ready to apply? Discover how to submit an application and learn more about fees, semester dates and entry requirements.