Welcome to Sheffield
Things to do and know when you arrive as a student at the University of Sheffield.
Your introduction to Sheffield
There are so many things to do and experience as a student at Sheffield - here are just some of them!
Explore your Students' UnionWhat you need to do
Complete your online registration
Remember to complete your online registration tasks and book your in-person ID or right to study check.
Register with University Health Service
Once you've completed registration you can register with University Health Service, a National Health Service (NHS) General Practice focused on student health.
Download the University app
Access your timetable and stay up-to-date with events and news around campus.
Complete your checklist (UK students)
If you're starting your degree and you're from the UK, check what you need to do each week to prepare.
New undergraduate student checklist
Complete your checklist (international students)
If you're starting your degree as a student paying overseas fees or with visa and immigration tasks, check what you need to do each week to prepare.
International undergraduate and postgraduate taught checklist
What's on
Welcome Week (23-27 September)
This week is your opportunity to explore everything Sheffield has to offer. Find your new society or sports club, go to a legendary Sheffield night out - or simply bag some freebies!
What's on during Welcome Week
Explore your University
Your number one Students' Union
Welcome to your Students’ Union, with more than 400 societies, clubs and interest groups to explore!
Discover your Students' Union
Sport at Sheffield
Check out our wide range of on-campus facilities and sports clubs!
Your University library
Read our quick start guide for how to explore and access the libraries around campus.
Access careers and employability support
Look for part-time jobs or other types of work experience, find guidance on your future career, or develop your skills.
Explore your city
Help and support
How to find help when you need it
Not sure where to start? Check the Student Online Support Hub first, including support for your mental health and wellbeing, finance and fees.
Find help and support (student login required)
Ask a question at the Student Services Information desk (SSiD)
Come to visit us at SSiD in person if you have any questions. Find us on Level 3 of the Students' Union building.
Things not going to plan?
There might be points during your studies where things don’t go right, here’s where you can go for help.
Academic skills
Attend workshops and 1:1 tutorials to help you to study effectively and build your maths and statistics skills.
IT essentials
Learn more about accessing your University IT account, viewing your timetable and using Blackboard.
Student IT account help and essentials
For a guide to the apps and software you will use at the University of Sheffield:
Support for disabled and dyslexic students
Speak to our specialist and friendly team that supports disabled applicants and students.