FAQs
Frequently asked questions by inbound students.
Your studies
Can I change my course or modules?
It is possible to change modules within the first weeks of each semester.
We call this process 'Module Add/Drop'. It means that if you realise a module is not for you, you can 'drop it' from the list of courses you registered for and 'add' a new one in its place. We will provide you with more information on how to access this process nearer the start of the semester.
How do I get my arrival forms signed?
If your home university has asked you to have forms signed at the beginning of the semester, for example a 'Certificate of Arrival', then visit SSiD in our Students' Union for more information.
How do I get my learning agreement / study plan signed?
Once you have completed registration, your learning agreement can be signed by Global Opportunities. You can email a PDF learning agreement to globalopps@sheffield.ac.uk, or meet us at an in person event. Your host school may also sign your learning agreement if all your modules are in the same school.
Can I extend my stay?
If you arrive in the Autumn semester and wish to extend your stay, you should contact Global Opportunities to see if there are spaces. The deadline for applying for an extension is 1 November each year.
Where can I find more information about grades and results?
Read more about grades and results, including how to access your transcript, on our website
Erasmus
Do you offer Erasmus+ traineeships?
There is no central office in the University of Sheffield that administers inbound traineeships (or work placements, as they are more commonly called in the UK). The UK formally left the Erasmus+ Programme on 31 May 2023 so the University of Sheffield cannot currently accept incoming Erasmus+ traineeship students.
Are there Erasmus+ opportunities for staff?
Staff who are interested in undertaking an Erasmus+ teaching or training mobility at the University of Sheffield should contact the school they wish to work in directly. The decision on whether to accept incoming Erasmus+ staff mobilities rests with the individual departments.
What support services can I access?
There is a wealth of support services for all students here at the University of Sheffield. As a fully registered student, you are eligible and more than welcome to access them.