Undergraduate student profiles

Find out from our students what studying an English degree at Sheffield is like.

Charles Nelson smiling at the camera while sat in the wave building at Sheffield

University has allowed me to become so much more independent and helped me to increase my communication skills and my confidence.

Charles Nelson BA English Literature

Charles answers questions about studying English Literature and Sheffield

Sum Yee Li smiling

The interactive and encouraging methods of the seminar tutors help cultivate an inspiring learning environment

Sum Yee Li BA Language and Linguistics

Sum Yee answers questions about studying Language and Linguistics at Sheffield.

A photo of Theo Taylor.

I've become a good lateral thinker and problem solver from applying knowledge across areas of study

Theo Taylor BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Theo answers questions about studying a dual degree at Sheffield.

A photo of Charlotte Van Bochoven

Sheffield is just an incredible city with so much do and explore, from the nightlife, wide range of societies and the beautiful Peak District

Charlotte Van Bochoven BA Linguistics and Modern Languages

Charlotte discusses what it's like to study a dual degree at Sheffield.

A photo of Myah Rose.

It’s really exciting when the content overlaps and you can connect your two subjects together

Myah Rose BA English and Philosophy

Myah shares her experiences on her English and Philosophy course.

A photo of River Ciccone.

The variety and flexibility leads to an enriching course

River Ciccone BA English and Music

English and Music student River talks about life at Sheffield as a dual student.

Kate Gadsby-Mace

Kate Gadsby-Mace on why she chose Sheffield for her PhD

Kate Gadsby-Mace School of English

Kate completed her BA and MA at Sheffield and stayed on for her PhD. Her research examined the expression of British national identity through 18th-century Gothic Literature.

Undergraduate English student Yongqin Zhu.

I only knew Sheffield as the Steel City before I came here. Now I consider it as my dynamic and friendly overseas hometown.

Yongqing Zhu School of English

Yongqing is a Chinese student taking modules in English Literature and Linguistics on the exchange programme between the University of Sheffield and Nanjing University. She loves Sheffield's international community and how supportive the University has been to her as an international student.

Student outside Jessop West

Choosing to study English Literature at the University of Sheffield has been one of the best decisions I have ever made

Scott Moore English Literature

BA English Literature student Scott Moore worked with academic staff on the Barry Hines Project, which saw him bringing University research into the Sheffield community through engagement events with local schools.

Isha Jain

I love the diversity and the accepting environment of not just the University but also the city of Sheffield

Isha Jain English Literature

BA English Literature student Isha Jain was awarded with a £2000 International Undergraduate Scholarship for her first year and now Isha looks forward to embracing the next year of study.

a group of students talking in Firth Court

International undergraduate scholarships

We are offering scholarships of £2,500 for each year (subject to a 60% average) of your undergraduate degree. The maximum value is £10,000 for four-year programmes.

Apply now to join us in September and check if you're eligible