Firth Court

About us

Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're renowned for the excellence, impact and distinctiveness of our research-led learning and teaching.

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Our impact

At Sheffield, we make an impact. Our ideas and expertise make a real difference to communities, policy, our partners and wider society.

Making our mark on the world

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Research Excellence Framework 2021 results

The results demonstrate our research and impact excellence across a broad range of disciplines and confirm that our research is having a significant positive impact on lives across the globe.

REF 2021 results

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A world top-100 university with a global reputation

Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.

An international reputation

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Sustainability at Sheffield

We're tackling social, environmental and economic challenges through ambitious thinking, collaborative working and world-leading research.

What we're doing

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Queen's Anniversary Prizes

We have been awarded five Queen's Anniversary Prizes, an award given to recognise outstanding contributions to the nation.

Royal recognition

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Our notable alumni

Our alumni include Lee Child, Jessica Ennis-Hill and Hilary Mantel.

Outstanding alumni

How the University is run

The University is an independent corporation whose legal status derives from a Royal Charter granted in 1905.

Our governance structure

Strategic plan

Turning our ambitions into reality starts with a plan. Discover where we are and where we want to be.

Our role in the city and region

We're working with partners to bring cultural vibrancy and a prosperous economy to South Yorkshire.

Helping shape the region