Cityscape of Sheffield in the evening

Guide to Sheffield

Sheffield is a vibrant, green, modern city with real character. Explore these pages to get a glimpse of what you could enjoy if you choose to study at Sheffield.

Your university city

The big city vibe that feels like home. Sheffield has lots to discover. Welcome to your university city.

Sheffield. Your university city.

The big city vibe that feels like home. Sheffield has lots to discover.

Welcome to your university city

Welcome to Sheffield

Four students looking at cityscape of Sheffield from Park Hill

A quick guide to Sheffield

Learn why nearly 60,000 students make Sheffield their home.

Read our quick guide to Sheffield

Two students walking past a bakery window

Our neighbourhoods

There’s so much more to discover beyond the city. Learn more about what our neighbourhoods have to offer.

Explore our neighbourhoods

Explore our city

Sheffield students eating at a restaurant in Kelham Island

Food and drink

Flavours from around the globe are waiting to be discovered.

Explore food and drink

Students playing basketball at varsity event

Sport and health

From famous teams to grassroots sides, Sheffield has a rich sporting culture.

Explore sport and health

Street art of David Attenborough in Sheffield

Arts and culture

Sheffield has a renowned cultural heritage and a thriving arts scene.

Explore arts and culture

Female student rowers on river in Peak District

The outdoor city

With hundreds of green spaces and the peak district on our doorstep, outdoor adventures are in abundance in Sheffield.

Explore the outdoor city

The Leadmill

Music and nightlife

Sheffield is bursting with activity after dark, with options to suit any interest.

Explore music and nightlife

Two students walking outside Monki in Sheffield city centre

Shopping

From major brands to quirky independents, Sheffield offers an impressive shopping experience.

Explore shopping

Engineering student looking at jet engine

Jobs and careers in Sheffield

A photograph of Sheffield's tram at the cathedral stop

Watch our Sheffield city tour

Sheffield City Tour

Let Ryan and Aleena take you on a tour of the best spots in the city of Sheffield