Sheffield has been rated number one in the Russell Group in the subject areas of Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering; and both General Engineering and Materials Science were rated number one in the Russell Group for 'Teaching on my course' and two other themes in the latest National Student Survey (NSS).
Professor Matt Carré, Faculty Director of Education for Engineering, said: "These excellent results are a reflection of the hard work of so many Faculty of Engineering staff, people who are driven by a passion and commitment to deliver an outstanding educational experience to all our students. We can take great pride in this and we will use the survey to provide an even better experience for our students in the future.”
Professor Conchúr Ó Brádaigh, Vice-President & Head of Engineering, added: It’s fantastic to see another year of exceptional results for the Faculty of Engineering. Our engineering community is built on excellence and collaboration, and student insight is a key part of this. We want to provide our students with the skills they need and the best possible learning environment to prepare them for successful engineering careers and student feedback remains a key element of this.
For the third year in a row, Sheffield has been rated number one based on aggregate responses in the annual survey, in which students give feedback on their university experience.
Sheffield’s Students’ Union has also been rated the best out of all UK universities for the second year in a row.
Students gave the University of Sheffield the highest score in the Russell Group for learning opportunities, assessment and feedback and student voice. Sheffield was also ranked within the top four of the Russell Group for the following categories: learning resources, teaching on my course, academic support and organisation and management.
The news follows the University of Sheffield being ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026 last month. It also cemented its position as a leading global institution after securing a place within the top 100 universities in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 in October.
Professor Mary Vincent, Vice-President for Education at the University of Sheffield, said: “To be recognised as the top university in the Russell Group in this year’s National Student Survey is a tremendous achievement and a reflection of the exceptional student experience we offer here at Sheffield. It demonstrates the dedication and passion of our staff, the vibrancy of our student community, and our shared commitment to academic excellence and student wellbeing. We are proud that our students feel so positively about their time with us, and we will continue to listen, adapt, and innovate to ensure their experience remains outstanding.”
More information on the National Student Survey and view Sheffield’s results in full.
