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New booklet shares women’s stories of pregnancy, birth and motherhood across cultures

Birthing Stories shares women’s experiences of pregnancy, birth and early motherhood, recognising how these are shaped by culture, family, faith and community.
A world top-100 university - QS 2027

University of Sheffield strengthens top 100 global standing with 10-place rise in QS World University Rankings 2027

The University of Sheffield has risen 10 places in the QS World University Rankings 2027 to be ranked 82nd in the world and 14th in the UK, reinforcing its position as a world-leading university.
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Register to help shape Sheffield’s nature recovery partnership

Be part of a new interdisciplinary partnership for nature recovery. This hybrid Deep Dive Day brings together research, practice and policy to explore current challenges and identify opportunities for collaboration.
A world top-100 university - QS 2026

The University of Sheffield’s Faculty of Arts & Humanities ranked in top 100 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject

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The Ukrainian language classes helping Britons talk to refugees

Many Ukrainian refugees who have fled to the UK are living with British families who do not speak their native tongue. The University has launched a new language course aimed at helping hosts and guests communicate. The BBC went along to a lesson.

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Faculty of Arts and Humanities ranked amongst world’s best in global subject rankings

The Faculty has been ranked 78th in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023 in new rankings published today (22 March 2023), which marks a rise of 28 places from last year.
The view of the stage in Morecambe Winter Gardens from its centre balcony

Major funding set to transform Morecambe Winter Gardens and widen access to arts for young people

A seaside theatre that was once known as the Albert Hall of the north is set for a remarkable restoration, thanks to major new funding secured with the help of Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Professor of Entertainment History in Arts and Humanities.
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Jazz Camp for Girls 2023

On Saturday 25 February, the Department of Music was delighted to host its first “Jazz Camp For Girls”.
Sheffield Women of Steel sculpture by Martin Jennings
Women of Steel sculpture by Martin Jennings, outside Sheffield City Hall, Barkers Pool

Women's History Month 2023

Women’s History Month is an opportunity to celebrate women's achievements. The Faculty of Arts and Humanities have a month-long campaign showcasing the important work that colleagues and students are doing to recover women's voices and experiences.