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Voted one of England’s top five universities

...plus a gold award for cost of living support Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026

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Our career promise

Say hello to lifelong career support, with a guaranteed internship if you need it. Eligibility criteria apply.

Undergraduate open day

Come see us at on Saturday 4 July and see for yourself what uni life could be like.
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For applicants

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Digital prospectus

Our digital undergraduate prospectus is your guide to how we're different
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Why choose us?

Award-winning teaching, world-class facilities and dedicated support
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Explore Sheffield

Our city is scenic, creative and affordable. You're going to love it

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Accommodation

Find an affordable place to live close to campus in your first year – guaranteed

 

Our awards and rankings

Awarded Gold Teaching Excellence TEF 2023
Gold Winner cost of living support Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026
Top 5 Uni in England Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026
95% graduates in work or further study - graduate outcomes survey

Here's what makes us a top UK university


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We're a top-rated Yorkshire university

At the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026, students voted us as Yorkshire's top university across a number of categories:

  • Career prospects and student support
  • Facilities and university halls
  • Teaching quality and international student experience
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Sheffield Hallam ranked top five university in England in prestigious student awards

Education Student stories
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Sheffield Hallam University apprenticeships praised by Ofsted

Driving future economies Education
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Sheffield Hallam wins ‘Best Contribution by a Law School’ for pro bono work

Institute of Law and Justice Driving future economies Building stronger communities

About

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Our role in the region

How we support our local community and the South Yorkshire region
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Sustainability

Find out what we're doing to manage our environmental impact
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Equality and diversity

Our EDI objectives, initiatives and reports