Upcoming events

If you’re considering a return to education with us, we’d love to welcome you to one of our events where we’ll answer any questions you have.

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Book a 2026 open day place

Booking is now open for our summer open days: 

  • Saturday 4 July 2026 (there will be a dedicated Lifelong Learning talk on this date)
  • Saturday 5th September

Book your place

Online events

Sheffield Live
Join us on the 15th July at 5pm for an online session all about Degrees with a foundation year for mature students. 

Find out more and register

On-campus events

Discover course
Discover is an award-winning short course, designed to inspire adults who haven’t been to university to progress with their learning.

Find out more

University events

The University of Sheffield hosts events for prospective students throughout the year.

Subject tasters

The University of Sheffield offers subject taster sessions in a range of subjects.

We also have a range of subject taster videos produced by tutors in the Lifelong Learning team.

A global reputation

Sheffield is a world top-100 research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.