About Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University is one of the UK's largest and most diverse universities, located in Sheffield. Known for excellent graduate employability, strong industry links, and practical education, Sheffield Hallam offers career-focused programmes in health, business, sport, and creative industries in one of the UK's most affordable major cities.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 32,000 total students
- • 5,500 international students
- • 100 student societies
Location
- • Located in Sheffield
- • Public university
- • Established 1843
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Sport ScienceNursingBusiness ManagementEvents ManagementArchitectureComputingCriminologyPhysiotherapyMedia
Student-Staff Ratio
18 : 1
Faculties & Departments
College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences
Allied Health Professions, Biosciences and Chemistry, Nursing and Midwifery, Sport, Social Work
Sheffield Business School
Accounting and Finance, Management, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Tourism and Hospitality
College of Social Sciences and Arts
Architecture and Landscape, Art and Design, Education, Law and Criminology, Media Arts and Communication, Social Sciences
Industry and Innovation
Computing, Engineering, Natural and Built Environment
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: ABB - CCC depending on programme
Alternatives: IB: 26-32 points depending on programme, BTEC: DDD-MMM depending on programme, Access to HE accepted
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 72
DBS check for health and education programmes • Portfolio for creative programmes • Interview for some programmes
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK Honours degree (2:1 or 2:2 depending on programme)
GPA: 2.7
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 85
Two references • Research proposal for PhD
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £15,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
- Foundation: £13,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £4,800
- Food: £2,000
- Transport: £450
- Entertainment: £1,000
- Other: £650
- Total: £8,900
Scholarships
Sheffield Hallam International Scholarship
MeritMerit-based scholarship for international students.
Value: £4,000 (Partial)
International students • Strong academic achievement
Transform Together Scholarship
MeritPremium scholarship covering half of tuition fees.
Value: £7,500 (50% tuition)
Outstanding academic record • Exceptional applicants
Sheffield Hallam Bursary
Need-basedFinancial support for students from lower-income backgrounds.
Value: £1,000 (Partial)
UK students • Household income below £25,000
Campus & Facilities
City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield S1 1WB
Modern city centre campus adjacent to Sheffield railway station. £220m investment has created outstanding facilities including the Charles Street Building and STEM Centre.
Size: 20 acres
Facilities
Academic
Charles Street Building, STEM Centre, Heart of the Campus (Owen Building), Cantor Building, Health simulation suites
Research
Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre, Cultural, Communication and Computing Research Institute, Materials and Engineering Research Institute
Student Life
Sheffield Hallam Students' Union, The Hubs, Campus cafes, Student support centres
Libraries
Adsetts Centre
Modern learning centre with 24/7 study spaces and extensive digital resources.
24/7
Collegiate Learning Centre
Health and education specialist collections.
08:00-22:00
Sports Facilities
Collegiate Campus Sports
Modern sports centre with gym, sports halls, swimming pool.
Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre
World-class sports science and rehabilitation facilities.
English Institute of Sport
Partnership access to elite sports facilities in Sheffield.
Student Services
Student Support Services
Academic support, financial advice, and welfare services.
studentsupport@shu.ac.uk
Wellbeing
Mental health support and counselling services.
wellbeing@shu.ac.uk
Careers
Career guidance with strong industry connections.
careers@shu.ac.uk
Accommodation
The Forge
University-managedModern city centre accommodation.
Cost: £115 - £145 (per week)
En-suite rooms • Shared kitchens • Social spaces • Laundry
Distance: 5-minute walk
Contract: 42-51 weeks
The Trigon
University-managedPopular accommodation near City Campus.
Cost: £105 - £135 (per week)
Standard and en-suite rooms • Kitchens • Common rooms • 24/7 support
Distance: 10-minute walk
Contract: 42 weeks
Various Sheffield halls
Private partnerPartnership with private accommodation providers.
Cost: £95 - £160 (per week)
Various room types • City locations • Modern amenities
Distance: 5-20 minutes
Contract: 44-51 weeks
First-year undergraduates guaranteed accommodation if applying by deadline. Apply through Sheffield Hallam accommodation portal after receiving offer.
International welcome programme, airport pickup, peer mentoring.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 100
Teams: 45
Cultural Activities
- Sheffield Culture — Ongoing
- Tramlines Festival — Annually
- Peak District — Year-round
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@shu.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)114 225 5555
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
150
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 85%
Further study: 8%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£24,500
per year (graduate)
Top Employers
NHSSheffield City CouncilSports organisationsConstruction companiesMedia organisationsSchoolsEngineering companiesFinancial services
Career Services
- Careers and Employability: Strong links with Sheffield and Yorkshire employers.
- Industry Placements: Many programmes include professional placements.
- Graduate Employment: High graduate employment rates across all programmes.
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Manchester Airport
65 km • 1 hour by train
Public Transport
- Train: Sheffield station (adjacent to campus) with services to London St Pancras (2 hours), Manchester (1 hour), Leeds (40 mins). • From £25 to London (advance)
- Tram: Supertram network connecting all parts of Sheffield. • £2.30 single
- Bus: Extensive bus network throughout Sheffield. • £2.00 single
Local Area
Sheffield is the UK's greenest city, surrounded by Peak District National Park. Known for friendly locals, affordable living, excellent outdoor access, and vibrant music scene. Regularly voted one of the UK's best student cities.
Cost of Living: Low
Attractions: Peak District National Park, Sheffield Winter Garden, Millennium Gallery, Kelham Island, Sheffield Cathedral
Shopping: Meadowhall shopping centre, Sheffield city centre, Ecclesall Road independents
Entertainment: Sheffield nightlife, Leadmill music venue, Sheffield Arena, Crucible Theatre, Outdoor activities
Additional Information
Accreditation
Royal Charter, NMC (Nursing), HCPC (Allied Health), RIBA (Architecture), RICS (Built Environment)
Partnerships
- Sport: English Institute of Sport — Elite sports facility partnerships.
- NHS: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals — Clinical training for health students.
- Industry: Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre — Engineering and manufacturing partnerships.
Research Highlights
- Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre — World-leading research in physical activity and health. (2024)
- Materials Research — Research in advanced materials and manufacturing. (2024)
- Cultural Research — Research in media, communication, and culture. (2024)
Notable Alumni
- Jessica Ennis-Hill — Olympic heptathlon champion (2007)
- Jarvis Cocker — Musician (Pulp) (studied Film) (1988)
Metadata
Source: Sheffield Hallam University official website, QS Rankings 2025, HESA data 2023/24
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
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