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About the University of Sheffield

Studying at the University of Sheffield means you’ll get the future that follows a degree from a Russell Group University. You’ll see how world-leading research enhances our teaching and changes lives – starting with your own. You’ll also have an unforgettable experience in one of the best student cities in the UK.

Our community is diverse and inclusive, and our alumni go on to succeed in a wide range of industries and fields. Whether a scientist, politician, comedian or athlete, a degree from Sheffield paves the way for our students to go on to great things. 6 of our alumni have achieved Nobel Prizes, including Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart for his work on the synthesis of microscopic molecular machines and Sir Harry Kroto for the discovery of a new form of Carbon.

Learn from the experts

You’ll learn from academics conducting life-enhancing, world-changing research – the innovators in your subject. They’ll help you to shape the world we live in and get the best start to your career.

The best student experience

We’re known for our outstanding student experience, and we’re proud to be home to the #1 Students’ Union in the UK (StudentCrowd Awards 2026), as voted by students. Our students can get involved in 400+ student-led clubs and societies and benefit from a wide range of support services during their studies.

The city of Sheffield

Sheffield has been voted a top 5 UK student city (Student Crowd Best Student Cities 2026) thanks to its affordability, diversity, and bustling cultural scene. The fourth largest city in the UK and home to almost 60,000 students, it’s the big city that feels like home. As well as a wide range of bars, cafes, shops and venues, Sheffield also benefits from great transport links to Manchester, London, and the beauty and adventure of the Peak District National Park just a short bus ride away.

Your career starts here

Benefit from research-led teaching, industry-accredited courses, and employability support throughout your studies. We’re a top 20 UK university (Times Higher Education World University rankings 2026).

Working with schools and colleges

The Schools and Colleges Liaison team at The University of Sheffield have dedicated regional UK Recruitment Officers who offer personalised student focussed engagement opportunities through the year. We deliver a number of transition activities for Schools and Colleges to assist their students with progression to Higher Education and offer information, advice and guidance about how to effectively research Higher Education institutions and courses. We also work in collaboration with Schools and Colleges throughout the UK to improve their provision of Higher Education material and assist Gatsby Benchmark good practice.


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Law taster session: Can a country disappear? Climate change, sea-level rise and future of statehood University of Sheffield If a country's territory disappears, does it still count as a State? What happens to its international obligations and the nationality of its citizens? This session looks at how international law needs to adapt in light of rising seas, and what a fair response could look like. Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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East Asian Studies taster session: North Korea on screen - Culture, division and power University of Sheffield Why would a television drama or a smuggled USB stick threaten one of the world's most tightly controlled regimes? Find out in this East Asian Studies lecture, take part in a Q&A and learn something new whilst discovering if this is the course for you. Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Pharmacy taster session: More than counting tablets University of Sheffield Join our interactive Pharmacy taster where we'll give you an overview of the course at the University of Sheffield, the varied career opportunities and take a deep dive into the course content. Throughout this interactive session you'll learn that Pharmacy is more than just counting tablets! Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Maths taster session: How do we tell knots apart? University of Sheffield Do you know what knot theory is? Join this online session to receive an introduction to knot theory and discover what it's like to study mathematics at Sheffield. Wednesday, October 28, 2026
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Orthoptics taster session: More than meets the eye- The fascinating science behind vision assessment University of Sheffield We'll give you an overview of the role of an orthoptist and what it's like to study at Sheffield. You'll get the chance to explore the different aspects of vision and how orthoptists can assess visual function in any patient, including those who can't tell us what they can see. Monday, November 2, 2026
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English Literature taster session: Adaptation - Interrogating Austen's novels onscreen and onstage University of Sheffield This online taster will discuss the exciting ways in which Jane Austen's novels are adapted for contemporary audiences. Find out about Austen, what it's like to study English Literature, and be a student at the University of Sheffield. Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Computer Science taster session: Using Machine Learning to track bumblebees University of Sheffield How do we use Bayesian machine learning to follow bees as the forage across the landscape? Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Education & Psychology taster session: Rethinking labels of Special Educational Needs & Disabilities University of Sheffield This session will look at Special Educational Needs and Disability labels in education through the lens of Critical Psychology and consider what such labels 'offer' and what they 'take away'. As part of the session, we will engage in the 'to label or not to label' debate. Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Data Science taster session: Large Language Models - How does ChatGPT work anyway? University of Sheffield Ever wondered how ChatGPT works, or what it has in common with Netflix and Spotify? Come along to this taster session from the Information School and find out how large language models work and where they come from. Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Chemistry taster session: Energetic Materials - from fireworks to space University of Sheffield Why do some things explode whilst others burn? Join Dr Brad Westwater to discover the history and chemistry behind energetic materials. Wednesday, November 4, 2026
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Psychology taster session: Why are we always distracted? Lessons from cognitive science University of Sheffield Why do you find yourself distracted from tasks you set yourself or that you need to complete? Join Dr Alon Zivony to learn about the cognitive psychology of attention in everyday life. Are we doomed to be distracted? Come along and find out. Thursday, November 5, 2026
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Sociology: 50 years after the Grunwick strike - The migrant women who fought back University of Sheffield Discover how a group of South Asian women led a historic strike changing British history forever, and see how their fight against workplace unfairness, racism, and migration debates still hits home today. Monday, November 9, 2026
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Digital Media & Society taster session: Digital Health University of Sheffield Who knows your health better - you after a ChatGPT deep dive, or your doctor? Explore digital health and how tech is changing healthcare and medical authority. Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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History taster session: Confucianism & modern China University of Sheffield What is Confucianism and why is it important both historically and politically today? This online taster session will give you an insight into what it's like to study History at university. Listen to a taster lecture and take part in a Q&A with our academic and current students. Tuesday, November 10, 2026
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Human Geography taster session: Could digital technology and the youth vote change the political map University of Sheffield Ever wondered how a real university lecture works? In this short session, we will look at real data on youth voting patterns, map out how political parties target different areas, and debate whether digital tools can successfully motivate a brand-new generation of voters to participate in democracy. Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Civil and Structural Engineering taster session: Integrating renewable energy into structures University of Sheffield How can engineers use the shape of a building to control the wind? Explore how fundamental fluid mechanics helped shape one of the world's most distinctive examples of integrating wind energy into structural design. Wednesday, November 11, 2026
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Social Sciences taster session: What makes something funny? Studying humour in the social sciences University of Sheffield This interactive session uses jokes, memes and comedy clips to explore what we have to know or believe before we find something funny, and what that might tell us about the society we live in. Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Physics taster session: Black holes - Big and small University of Sheffield How do you detect a black hole? Join Professor Paul Crowther to learn about the techniques used to detect black holes and discover what it's like to study physics and astronomy at Sheffield. Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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Philosophy taster session: Should we scrap the voting age? University of Sheffield How young is too young to vote? What are the implications for children voting? Do we even need an age limit at all? How can philosophical debates strengthen, support or challenge our democratic processes? Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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On-campus Nursing taster session: Preparing a patient for a procedure University of Sheffield Our session gives you the chance to experience what being a nurse is really like. From taking a patient's Vital Signs Observations and learning why taking these details is so important, to trying your hand at simulated wound care, removing stitch staples and chest auscultations with our simulated dummy. Wednesday, November 18, 2026
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German taster: Are the Nazis back? The far-right "Alternative for Germany" party and its messaging University of Sheffield Are the Nazis back? This pertinent lecture explores the current political climate in Germany and wider European states, examining political populism and the rise of the far-Right. Thursday, November 19, 2026
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Open Day University of Sheffield Discover why we were voted University of the Year for Student Experience 2026 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide. Saturday, November 21, 2026
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East Asian Studies taster session: Disability and women's liberation activism in modern Japan University of Sheffield Does a life earn its value by being productive? Using the history of disability and women's liberation activism in twentieth-century Japan, we'll look at how that assumption shaped attitudes to disabled lives, and meet some of the people who questioned it. Studying East Asia is how you reach their voices. Monday, November 23, 2026
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Criminology taster session: Police misconduct - crossing, not holding, the thin blue line? University of Sheffield Ever wondered who polices the Police? Find out in this interactive Criminology taster, where after the lecture you'll have plenty of time to ask any questions to our academic and current students on the course. Learn something new and find out if Criminology is the right course for you. Monday, November 30, 2026
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Music taster session: Why does music matter? University of Sheffield How and why is music important? This online taster session will give you an insight into studying Music at the University of Sheffield. Listen to a taster lecture, take part in a Q&A with our academic and current students and discover if this is the course for you. Thursday, December 3, 2026
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Regional Contacts based at University of Sheffield

Claire Angus

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Maisie Geho-Mullis

Student Recruitment Officer - South East

Jack Render

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Meg James

Student Recruitment Officer (East Midlands)

Petya Zhechkova

Student Recruitment Officer (South West)

Barney Goatley

Recruitment Officer

Beth Bradbury

Student Recruitment Officer

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A world-class university – a unique student experience. Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.