ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

The University of Sheffield consistently ranks highly in league tables for student experience and is well recognised for delivering a fantastic experience to students from all over the world.

Students voted University of Sheffield courses as some of the best in the country according to the latest National Student Survey (NSS). 

The UK education system differs from the US system. Undergraduate degrees typically last three years and you will specialise in your subject from day one. As part of our partnership with the University of Sheffield, IDA members will be given access to the university’s entire course catalogue. You just meet the standard entry requirements for the specific course, as each subject may differ.

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Overall, student satisfaction at Sheffield was higher than the sector average, with 78% of students satisfied with their university experience.

Employability is at the heart of our degree programmes at the University of Sheffield. The University’s strong reputation with employers resulted in us being named one of the top 20 most targeted UK universities by top employers (High Fliers Research 2023), demonstrating excellent graduate prospects.

The University’s Students’ Union is consistently ranked number 1 in the UK, including Best Students’ Union for the sixth year running in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards and number one in the Russell Group according to the latest National Student Survey (NSS).

The University of Sheffield is a global community that welcomes thousands of international students from over 150 countries each year. Our provision for international students is consistently recognised as one of the best in the UK and we are proud of our status as a global institution, being ranked in the top 50 for the most international universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023).

Ranked 22nd out of 250 European universities in the Europe Teaching Rankings (2019), our commitment to excellence in education shines through so you can be sure to experience world-class teaching at its best.

Over 30,000 students from 150 countries call Sheffield their home.

As a proud member of the prestigious Russell Group, Sheffield stands for exceptional research, outstanding teaching, and unparalleled connections with industry and the public sector. Join us for an unparalleled academic journey.

Sheffield is made up of 5 Faculties and 55 Departments and Times Higher Education (THE) World Subject Rankings 2023 named us as one of the top 100 places in the world to study Engineering, Business & Economics, Social Sciences, and Arts & Humanities.

Joint 3rd most affordable student city in the UK (NatWest Student Living Index 2022).

With more trees per person than any other city in Europe and 250 public parks and 52 square miles of national park, Sheffield is truly an amazing place to be.

For further information about the University of Sheffield, please visit: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/