Deliver the first phase redevelopment of our city campus, providing significant improvements to a major gateway to Sheffield city centre and a new public green space.

In March 2022 we welcomed regional partners to campus the mark the start of construction work on the first phase of our city centre campus development.

Phase one of our long-term plan to transform our campus was approved by Sheffield City Council planners in October 2021. Three new buildings will be created around a public green space, on the site of the former Science Park building, adjacent to Howard Street, leading up from Sheffield train station.

Richard Calvert, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, leads the university’s civic strategy.

“These new facilities are designed to deliver significant benefits for our students, and to make Sheffield Hallam an even more attractive place to study and work, whilst also enhancing a key gateway to Sheffield city centre.”

Over the last 18 months, we have worked with our partners on the initial stages of phase one, creating a flexible space at the heart of our campus that staff, students and visitors can enjoy in advance of future buildings being developed.

Work has included replacement of the Atrium roof, as well as transformation of the internal space to provide a contemporary, vibrant area that honours the pre-existing architecture and celebrates the impressiveness of the Atrium.

The former Science Park on Howard Street, and adjacent car park, have also been demolished in preparation for the three new buildings and green space.

Sustainability

A new ‘University Green’ public space will provide a green heart for the campus. This will see new trees planted, more than 400 square meters of new greenery and spaces for up to 150 people to sit and relax.

Designs include the latest technology and measures to make the new buildings zero carbon ready. They include the use of sustainable energy solutions such as heat pumps, maximising the use of photo voltaic panels and provisions to support and promote sustainable travel.

Hallam Alliance

The campus plans have been developed alongside several key partners as part of the collaborative ‘Hallam Alliance’. The first of its kind in the UK for a university building programme, the Alliance involves all design, construction and facilities management partners working collaboratively with the client through all stages of design, construction and operation.

Members of the Alliance include Sheffield Hallam University, BDP ARUP (Design), BAM (Construction) and CBRE (Facilities Management).