The University of Sheffield
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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:
- 92nd in the world and 15th in the UK by the QS World University Rankings 2026
- 12th in the UK and 108th globally by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026
- 29th in Europe and 19th in Northern Europe (QS European University Rankings 2025)
- Top university in the Russell Group for student experience (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
- Number 1 in the Russell Group for three years in a row (National Student Survey 2023 - 2025, based on aggregate responses)
- 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 2025)
- 33rd in the world for sustainability (out of 1,994 institutions), and 13th in the UK (out of 108) (QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026)
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.
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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.
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