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School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Courses Achieve Strong National Rankings in The Guardian 2026

Our courses have achieved fantastic results in the latest Guardian University Guide, recognised among the very best in the UK. These rankings reflect the hard work of our staff and students, as well as the strength of our teaching and research.
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Driving innovation with successful spinouts

This academic year has seen the incorporation of seven new spinout companies from the Faculty of Engineering.
Schoolgirls work with current students in the robotic lab

Future Engineers Shine: School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering hosts Inspiring 'Girls into Electronics' Event

The event was recently held here at the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering with over 60 enthusiastic young students attending.

MOPO sodium-ion super charge

Could sodium-ion super-charge Africa’s battery rental market?

Researchers from the University of Sheffield have been working with industry partner MOPO to determine the performance of commercially available sodium-ion batteries in the conditions found in sub-Saharan Africa.