Life in Sheffield
Sheffield - one of the UK's most popular destinations for students
- 94.9 per cent of our international students are satisfied or very satisfied with the surroundings outside the University (International Student Barometer, Summer 2011)
- an exciting, cosmopolitan and modern city
- has over 50,000 students and is the fifth largest city in England
- has one of the lowest crime rates in the country
- one of the UK's most welcoming cities - Sheffield people have a well-deserved reputation for their friendliness and hospitality
Where is Sheffield?
- Sheffield is located in the centre of the UK in Yorkshire. To find out more about Yorkshire visit www.yorkshire.com or www.yorkshirepass.com
- has excellent transport links to all major cities and airports - we are only two hours by train from London. Manchester is the nearest international airport.
- one of the greenest cities in Europe, one third of the city lies within the beautiful countryside of the Peak District National Park
Sheffield - where there's always something to do
- great shopping and fantastic nightlife
- outstanding sport facilities and is known as the sporting capital of the UK
- the UK's largest theatre complex outside London
- award winning art galleries and museums
- many international food shops and restaurants around the city
Experience Sheffield for yourself by visiting our Sheffield webpages.
Sheffield - city with a low cost of living
We recommend students have approximately £800 per month to cover basic living expenses. Although living in Sheffield can be a little cheaper, depending on your personal lifestyle. You may find it useful to use an online student calculator.
Working in the UK
Many students work part-time throughout their studies for extra money. If you are studying with a Tier 4 General Student visa, you may work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during term time and full-time in vacation time. You must demonstrate that you have sufficient finances and that you wish to work for experience and not for financial reasons.
If you are studying with a Student Visitor visa, you are not allowed to work at all. EU nationals may work unlimited hours.
You may find it difficult to gain part-time work which relates to your course. Students often work in restaurants, bars, shops and call centres. We can help you find work through our employment service, which advertises local part-time jobs.
Our campuses and excellent facilities
The University has
- two campuses, which are centrally located and provide excellent, modern facilities
- some of the most advanced teaching and learning and IT facilities in the country, with more than £100 million invested over the last ten years
- a wide range food outlets, which offer Halal food, Fairtrade products and vegetarian meals
- world class sport and leisure facilities and a lively and active Students' Union
- a multifaith centre which provides information about religious groups in the University and city. Both of our campuses offer Muslim prayer rooms for Brothers and Sisters, and there is also space for all prayer, worship and meditation
