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Rankings

A world top-100 university

14th in the UK and 82nd in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027

Our institutional rankings

University of the Year for Student Experience

The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

Study at Sheffield

1st in the Russell Group

National Student Survey (NSS) 2025, based on aggregate responses

Why choose the University of Sheffield

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Make Sheffield the start of something special. When you study here you get one of the best student experiences in the UK.

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A masters from Sheffield means in-depth knowledge, advanced skills, and the confidence to achieve your ambitions.

PhD study

At Sheffield, you’ll join a supportive community of scholars who share your passion. Our reputation for excellence attracts some of the best minds in the world.

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Our weekly online sessions help you find out about different aspects of University life.

A world top-100 university

We are proud to be recognised as one of the top 100 universities in the world.

Research

Dr Karen Finney wears a lab coat and stands with arms crossed in a lab

Bridging the green gap for aviation and heavy industry

Our researchers are safeguarding the future of flight and heavy industry by testing sustainable fuels at pilot-scale. Find out how we're bridging the gap between lab research and commercial use.

From ground testing to the skies

Research that changes lives

Our centres of excellence are taking an interdisciplinary approach to the biggest challenges facing the planet.

Our impact

Our researchers are making life-changing discoveries and solving problems that have a global impact.

Feed your curiosity

The University of Sheffield Player is the place to discover and explore videos, podcasts and digital exhibitions about our research. Anytime, anywhere.

News

The University of Sheffield's Students' Union

University of Sheffield's Students' Union ranked best in the Russell Group in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield has been recognised for the strength of its student experience in the latest National Student Survey (NSS), with its Students' Union ranked the best in the Russell Group.

8 July 2026

Novel treatment for motor neuron disease to be trialled in humans

University of Sheffield researchers are taking part in an investigational drug trial, designed to target one of the most important genetic drivers of MND, the UNC13A protein.

27 July 2026

Johny Pitts and Andy Haldane Honorary Graduation — Johny Pitts (right) with Chancellor Andy Haldane (left)

Award-winning writer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne receive honorary degrees from University of Sheffield

Presenter, writer and photographer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne will receive honorary degrees from the University of Sheffield, in recognition of their outstanding achievements and contribution to society

22 July 2026

Jacob Nickles and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory — Jacob Nickles (left) and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory

World’s deepest underground farm could reshape UK food production

A pioneering research project could transform the agriculture industry with the launch of the world’s deepest vertical farm, located 1.1km underground

17 July 2026

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