Bachelor's
GBP 2,500/yr (max 10,000)
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom
"Russell Group research university in the city of Sheffield"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#92 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years; 18 months from 2027
About University of Sheffield
The University of Sheffield is a public research university in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Its legal status comes from a Royal Charter granted in 1905, but it traces its roots to the Sheffield Medical School (1828), Firth College (1879) and the Sheffield Technical School (1884), which merged in 1897 as University College, Sheffield. It is a member of the Russell Group of 24 research-intensive UK universities. Teaching and research are organised in five faculties (Arts and Humanities, Engineering, Health, Science and Social Sciences) and 26 academic departments. In 2024-25 it had 27,885 students and 8,786 staff, including 632 professors. QS records about 11,400 international students, roughly 40% of the student body. In REF 2021, 92% of its submitted research was rated in the top two categories, world-leading or internationally excellent. The university counts six Nobel laureates and five Queen's Anniversary Prizes. It is known for engineering, architecture, computer science, medicine and the social sciences. The campus runs along the western edge of the city centre, with the Endcliffe and Ranmoor student village a short walk away.
Rankings & Recognition
#92
Ranked #92 in the QS World University Rankings 2026, #82 in QS 2027 and joint #104 in THE 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Russell Group
Worldwide Universities Network (WUN)
White Rose University Consortium
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Sheffield's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
73.0#
Employer Reputation
61.7#
Faculty / Student
50.3#
Citations / Faculty
68.4#
Intl. Faculty
81.6#
Intl. Students
98.0#
Intl. Research Network
96.8#
Employment Outcomes
47.9#
Sustainability
94.3#
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Key Facts
1905
Royal Charter
27,885 (2024-25)
Total Students
11,423 (QS)
International Students
8,786
Staff
92% world-leading/excellent
REF 2021
6
Nobel Laureates
Popular Programs
Computer Science
Mechanical Engineering
Architecture
Data Science
Management
Medicine
Application Details
UG Route
UCAS (code S18)
PG Route
Postgraduate Online Application
PGT Application Fee
None
PGT Tuition Deposit
GBP 2,000
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (UG / PG standard)
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6.5 (6.0 in each) |
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IELTS (some departments)
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Higher - see course page |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS) + IHS
Post-Study Work
2 yrs; 18 months from Jan 2027
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker route
Financials
Application Fee
None (PGT)
Avg Scholarship
GBP 2,500-7,000
Career Outcomes
92%
Placement Ratio
2 years; 18 months from 2027
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 3,751
Professors — 632
Student-Staff Ratio — 12.7:1
International Faculty — 30% (QS)
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Notable Alumni
Lee Child
Jessica Ennis-Hill
Hilary Mantel
Campus & Location
The main campus lies on the western side of Sheffield city centre around Western Bank, Firth Court and the Arts Tower, with the Diamond engineering building and the Students' Union nearby. Most first-year students live in the Ranmoor and Endcliffe student village, about a mile west of the main campus.
Campus Details
5
faculties
26
departments
city-centre
campus
Campus Forecast
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Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Ranmoor and Endcliffe village
En-suite GBP 8
220 (42 wks) to Laddow Studios GBP 12
259 (51 wks)
Catered Stephenson Hall GBP 8
167
Dining
Dining: Edge Bar and The Edge Hub at Endcliffe
The Village Store
5% off at GeniUS venues on campus
Health & Wellness
Health: University Health Service (NHS GP practice for students)
integrated student support service
Activities & Clubs
Activities: Sheffield Students' Union
300+ societies and committees
club nights
gigs
theatre
Give It A Go trips
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students (QS)
28,833
International Students
11,423
Undergraduate
70.1%
Postgraduate
29.9%
Cost Deep-Dive
UG Tuition 2026/27 (intl)
GBP 25,000-32,100 / year
UG Tuition 2027/28 (intl)
GBP 27,650-34,670 / year
Medicine 2026/27 (intl)
GBP 47,575 / year
PGT Tuition Deposit
GBP 2,000
En-suite (42 weeks)
GBP 8,220 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Undergraduate degrees start in September and are applied for through UCAS. All taught master's programmes start in September only, with no January or February intake; the university sets no single deadline but says demand often exceeds places, so international applicants should apply as early as possible. To keep the 2027 international scholarships, undergraduates must make Sheffield their firm or insurance choice by 2 June 2027 and postgraduates must accept their offer by 6 July 2027.
Scholarships at University of Sheffield
4 scholarships available
Master's
GBP 7,000
International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 (selected regions)
Master's
GBP 3,000
International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 (mainland China)
Master's
Fully funded
Chevening Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
A-levels A*AA-AAB by course (e.g. CS AAA/AAB); IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each)
Postgraduate
2:1 honours degree (relevant subject for some); IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each)
English Proficiency
IELTS (UG / PG standard)
6.5 (6.0 in each)IELTS (some departments)
Higher - see course pageRequired Documents
UCAS application with personal statement and reference (UG)
Online PG application form (PGT)
Degree certificate and transcripts
IELTS or approved English evidence
Portfolio with set assignment (e.g. Architectural Design MA)
ATAS certificate (some science/engineering PG)
Passport
TB test certificate (listed countries)
Application Process
1
Choose your course
Check the course page for the A-level or degree requirement and any department-specific IELTS score.
2
Apply
Undergraduates apply through UCAS (institution code S18); taught postgraduates use the free Postgraduate Online Application Form.
3
Receive offer
Most departments can make a conditional offer before your final results or English test are available.
4
Pay deposit
International PGT offer holders pay a GBP 2,000 tuition deposit, deducted from fees at registration.
5
CAS and visa
The CAS is only arranged after the deposit is paid; then apply for the Student visa and pay the IHS.
6
Register
Pay the first-year fee at registration in September and settle into Ranmoor and Endcliffe or the city.
Campus & Location
The main campus lies on the western side of Sheffield city centre around Western Bank, Firth Court and the Arts Tower, with the Diamond engineering building and the Students' Union nearby. Most first-year students live in the Ranmoor and Endcliffe student village, about a mile west of the main campus.
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