Research and innovation

The vibrant research and innovation in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities plays a major role in making the University of Sheffield a world-class research institution.

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Research with impact 
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Early career fellowships 
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Research Centres and Institutes 
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Research themes 
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Knowledge Exchange 
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HumLab 

Research campaigns

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What is sustainability

The faculty is helping to reimagine humanity’s place in the natural world, win the arguments needed to make real change, and equip new generations with the skills needed to tackle the climate crisis.

Discover our campaign

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Women of Steel sculpture by Martin Jennings, outside Sheffield City Hall, Barkers Pool

Value of A&H research

Professor Susan Fitzmaurice explores the value and importance of Arts and Humanities Research to society.

Find out more about our pioneering research