University of Sheffield

Location

UK

International Students

Cost of Living

World Ranking

University info

Overview

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 University Rankings 2026
  • 12th in the UK and 98th globally by the Times Higher Education 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)
  • 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.

https://usic.sheffield.ac.uk/how-to-apply/entry-requirements

Global Scholarship: fund your pathway programme 
We offer a number of partial tuition scholarships to help towards your studies at the University of Sheffield International College.

These may differ depending on region and are offered on a first come, first serve basis.
You must hold an offer to study at the University of Sheffield International College to be considered for this scholarship.
This scholarship does not apply to students who are sponsored by a government/ organisation/company.
To find out more, contact your agent representative or one of Student Enrolment Advisors.
Scholarships for every year of study, covering the undergraduate level study
The University of Sheffield International College is offering scholarships of up to £5,000 for students enrolling on our International Foundation Year or International Year One who show excellent academic potential.

Students will also be eligible to receive a scholarship worth up to £2,500 for each year of their undergraduate degree when they progress to the University of Sheffield.

Terms & Conditions
The University of Sheffield International College: Undergraduate level pathways
Scholarships will be awarded to self-funded students only and will be discounted from tuition fees.
Scholarships should be requested at the point of application, are subject to availability and made by Study Group in their sole discretion.
Fees, progression requirements and availability vary by degree programme. Visit our website for more information.
The University of Sheffield: Undergraduate scholarships
University scholarship is worth £2,000 per year for courses in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and Faculty of Social Sciences, and £2,500 per year for courses in the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Health and Faculty of Science.
University scholarships apply for each year of a degree, subject to achieving a minimum GPA in each year of study.
For full terms and conditions visit the University’s website.
Progression scholarships (International Merit Scholarships)
There are a number of scholarships available to International Foundation Year and Pre-Masters students progressing to the University of Sheffield. These include:

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship – offering 75 scholarships worth £10,000 towards the tuition fees for undergraduate degree programmes starting in autumn 2025.
International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship – offering 75 scholarships worth £10,000 towards the original tuition fee for the postgraduate programmes starting in September 2025.
For further information, please visit the University of Sheffield website.

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