Meet our scholarship winners

We welcome students from all over the world. Here are a selection of our previous scholarship winners - read about their experiences of the University of Sheffield

Undergraduate Merit Scholarship winners

Mateja Smirtran (2nd left)
Student Emily Nelson (3rd from left)

If you wish to be part of a diverse and supportive community, then the University of Sheffield is a fantastic choice

Mateja Smitran BSc Physics , Winner of an Undergraduate Merit Taught Scholarship

University can sometimes feel overwhelming, thankfully at the University of Sheffield, there are plenty of resources dedicated to student wellbeing, whether this relates to your studies or not. If you wish to be part of a diverse and supportive community, then the University of Sheffield is a fantastic choice.
Layan Hawsawi

The University of Sheffield is where everyone matters and all voices are heard

Layan Hawsawi BSc Genetics , Winner of an Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

I would advise any student looking for a highly rated university with all the academic and personal support one might need, to consider the University of Sheffield their first choice. The University of Sheffield is where everyone matters and all voices are heard.
Image of Emmanouil Hadjicharalambous

Being awarded the scholarship feels like an acknowledgement of the effort and the sacrifices I’ve made

Emmanouil Hadjicharalambous, Cyprus Undergraduate student, LLB Law

Emmanouil is currently in his first year studying LLB Law and is an International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship Winner
aanchal Bhagwat

The rich academic environment and dynamic social atmosphere that Sheffield has to offer is truly exciting to be a part of

Aanchal Bhagwat, India MEng Architectural Engineering with a Year in Industry, Winner of an Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

The University of Sheffield experience combines world class teaching facilities with a lively social life which makes it an ideal choice for your degree.
Student Christian standing in the Diamond

I have enjoyed every day so far!

Christian Orozco BEng Civil Engineering, Winner of an Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

With all the support from the University and a city like Sheffield, life here is enjoyable!
Tala Daher

The scholarship gave me the financial support I needed to fund for my studies, and I wouldn’t have been here without it

Tala Daher MEng Architectural Engineering , Winner of an Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

I always find myself spending hours studying in the Diamond after lectures, grabbing a bite from the café, and completing assignments overlooking St George’s Park.

Postgraduate Merit Scholarship winners

Vikrant Kashyap

The best decision you would make in your life if you are planning to study at The University of Sheffield

Vikrant Hari Kashyap MSc Antimicrobial Resistance, Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

Winning a merit scholarship has not only helped me to fund my studies in a top world-ranking university but acted as a stepping stone towards achieving my goal of studying the Antimicrobial Resistance program at the university and moving on with a career in this field.

An-Erh Hsieh

For people who want to have a high-quality student life, I believe the University of Sheffield would definitely be a good choice

An-Erh Hsieh MSc Health Economics and Decision Modelling , Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

For international students, the University of Sheffield offers lots of resources to help you to adapt to this new environment, such as language classes which really help me a lot in terms of English speaking and listening.

Image of Alice Sciandra

Sheffield is one of the most international universities and I've made friends from all around the world!

Alice Sciandra, France Postgraduate Masters Student, MSc Aerospace Engineering

Alice is currently studying an MSc Aerospace Engineering and is an International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship winner.
Athulya Dev

Hillside views, beautiful places all around, welcoming society and the most supportive academic staff

Athulya Thankamoney Dev MSc Human Nutrition, Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

Just go ahead and choose this university, it can serve you the perfect platform to provide wings to your precious dreams.
Chao-Wei Lu

I guarantee that studying in Sheffield is an amazing experience that you won’t regret

Chao-Wei Lu MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

"Life in Sheffield is so joyful and fruitful, I’m fully adapting to the life in Sheffield and looking forward to the upcoming journey here"
Tara Allen

My scholarship benefits my studies because after I am done with my Master's, I'd like to do a PhD

Tara Allen MA Psychology of Music , Winner of Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

I know moving to a different country is big and scary. The worry of not making friends, not understanding the cultural values, etc. What I say to that is, go with the flow, and just go for it.

NCUK winners

Yue Wang

For me, studying in Sheffield is a perfect experience

Yue Wang BEng Electronics and Computer Engineering, Winner of a NCUK Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

The city is quiet and beautiful, and the local people are very friendly. I believe that studying at the University of Sheffield will give you a fantastic experience.
Ethan Edmunds

It’s great to meet other like-minded students with the same interests as me and to grow as engineers together

Ethan Edmunds BEng Aerospace Engineering , Winner of an NCUK Undergraduate Merit Taught Scholarship

Outside of contact hours, there are many extracurricular activities and student projects to choose from. Because of the Universities connections, there are also many opportunities for internships to gain experience in industry.

Other scholarship winners

University of Sheffield Africa Scholarship winner Taofeekat Adigun stood between two stand-up banners at an academic conference.

My journey as a fully funded student at the University of Sheffield has been a transformative experience

Taofeekat Adigun MPH International Development, University of Sheffield Africa Scholarship 2023

Taofeekat was awarded the University of Sheffield Africa Scholarship in 2023 and studied MPH (Masters in Public Health) International Development across the University's School of Geography and Planning, and School of Medicine and Population Health.
Sin Tung Lau (Jamie)

I am really grateful to have been awarded such a generous scholarship

Sin Tung Lau March Architecture , Winner of a Social Sciences Merit Scholarship

I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Sheffield, coming back to study at Sheffield was a natural choice.
Wai Kit Mak (3rd from left)
Student Wait Kit Mak (3rd from left)

The University of Sheffield welcomes students with different academic and industry backgrounds

Wai Kit Mak MSc Urban and Regional Planning, Winner of Sir Sze-yuen Chung Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

"The programme is for the development of skills, knowledge and personal attributes that enhance my career."
Student Raphael standing in the Diamond

Choosing the University of Sheffield will be the best choice you will ever make

Raphael Galleh PhD Oral Microbiology, Winner of a TETFund Scholarship

Choosing the University of Sheffield will be the best choice you will ever make. With its friendly people, welcoming staff and students, quiet city and beautiful green parks.
Student Rishab standing in the Diamond

Sheffield is a great place for students from any background

Rishab Paul BA International Relations and Politics, Winner of a GEMS Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

Sheffield is a great place for students from any background and if you work hard, you can make a difference to your life and the lives of others.

Chevening winners

Student Buhle posing in the Diamond

Sheffield places great focus on student experience

Buhle Ndweni MSc Health Economics and Decision Modelling, Winner of a British Chevening Scholarship

Sheffield places great focus on student experience, both on an academic and non-academic front, be it addressing the welfare and inclusiveness of all students or providing real-life working professional experience.
Student Bruna standing in the Diamond

Sheffield has an amazing international environment

Bruna Francisco Martins MA Psychology of Music, Winner of a British Chevening Scholarship

“Sheffield has this amazing international environment where you can meet people from different places and are able to learn so much from them.”

Student Ridaa standing in the Diamond

Studying at Sheffield is a once in a lifetime experience

Ridaa Al-Rifaie MSc Human Anatomy with Education, Winner of a British Chevening Scholarship

Studying at Sheffield is a once in a lifetime experience. You will enjoy every moment, and will have support from everyone. So do not hesitate about your decision, and be assured that you will not regret it.
Student Kelvin standing in the Diamond

The University has an incredible range of support systems

Kelvin Obiano MSc Clinical Neurology, Winner of a British Chevening Scholarship

The University’s support systems have been excellent in their offering of extra courses and tutorials.