The University of Sheffield's Materials Science and Engineering and Biomedical Engineering courses have received exceptional recognition in two of the UK’s most prestigious university league tables: The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and The Guardian University Guide 2025. Both guides have placed these subjects among the top 5 in the country.
In The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, a trusted source for prospective students, Sheffield achieved the following subject rankings:
- Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering: 4th
- Materials Technology: 4th
(Includes Materials Science and Engineering courses)
The Guardian University Guide 2025, which evaluates universities based on student satisfaction, teaching quality, assessments, and employability, also highlights Sheffield’s strengths:
- General Engineering: 5th
(Includes Materials Science and Engineering and Biomedical Engineering courses)
Joan Cordiner, Head of the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, expressed her pride in these achievements:"I am thrilled to see our programmes receive such fantastic recognition. This reflects the hard work and dedication of our staff and students. We strive to provide a high-quality learning environment that equips our graduates with the skills needed to excel in their careers. These results highlight our commitment to shaping the future of engineering at Sheffield."
These outstanding results in two of the most influential university guides underscore our school's commitment to delivering a high-quality educational experience, further cementing its reputation for excellence in Materials Science and Engineering and Biomedical Engineering.
In addition to these subject successes, the University of Sheffield has been named runner-up for University of the Year 2025 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, while also rising to 14th place in the overall UK rankings, affirming its position as one of the country’s leading universities.