Performance Sport
At Sheffield Hallam, we are committed to helping student athletes achieve their sporting and academic potential. Through our Performance Sport programme, we provide tailored support delivered by our expert team of practitioners, helping athletes thrive both on and off the field.
The Performance Athlete Support Programme (PASP)
The Performance Athlete Support Programme (PASP) supports student athletes in balancing university study alongside high-level sporting commitments.
Apply for the Performance Athlete Support Programme and find out more.
Successful applicants to the programme will receive the following support;
One-to-one delivery from our team of sport practitioners, including Nutrition, Personal Development and Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Psychology and Strength & Conditioning
Group workshop delivery including UK Anti-Doping and Clean Sport awareness
Complimentary Sport Hallam membership
Access to use our facilities
Support with sport related expenses
We additionally offer up to 30 student athletes a financial scholarship.
The Performance Athlete Support Programme is funded by Sheffield Hallam University for students enrolled at the institution. Applications are reviewed internally by Sport Hallam.
The Talented Athlete Scholarship Scheme (TASS)
As a TASS National Delivery Site and Dual Careers Accredited Centre, Sport Hallam works collaboratively with local and national partners in the TASS network inspire and develop the next generation of sporting talent.
Athletes accessing TASS support are nominated through their National Governing Body (NGB) and must meet the eligibility criteria established within the Sport England talent pathway.
For information about TASS nominations, please contact your National Governing Body directly.
Club Performance Support
As part of Sport Hallam membership, students can access structured Strength & Conditioning (S&C) support designed to improve physical performance through evidence-based training methods.
Teams train together under the guidance of dedicated coaches, following programmes tailored to the demands of their sport.
Our S&C programme is supported by one of the UK's largest student internship programmes, including:
10 Lead Interns responsible for programme planning and delivery
20 Junior Interns supporting coaching sessions and gaining practical experience
Interns also provide:
GPS athlete tracking and monitoring
Training load analysis
Matchday warm-up delivery
Sport-specific performance support
This integrated model benefits both student athletes and student practitioners, creating an environment that supports performance development, practical learning and applied sports science.
Visit the S&C page for more information about the service.
Academic Flexibility
Sheffield Hallam recognises that competing at an elite level can create additional demands alongside academic study. Academic flexibility arrangements are available to support students in balancing these commitments.
Support may be available for:
Student athletes competing at national or international level with significant training and competition commitments
Student officials, referees and umpires operating at national or international level with substantial training and fixture requirements
Students requiring academic flexibility can complete the Academic Flexibility Form at any time during the academic year.
We also encourage students to engage regularly with their Academic Advisor and Student Support Advisor to discuss their individual circumstances and ensure appropriate support is in place.