Preparing for your course

Welcome

Mechanical engineering is one of the broadest fields of engineering you can study, exploring engineering science and how it can be applied to a wide range of different environments and industries. 

As a mechanical engineer, you can make an impact in industries including manufacturing, product design, transport and aerospace, healthcare, energy and sustainability, sports engineering, safety, the built environment, and more.

At Sheffield, you’ll have the chance to study from this wide range of subject and impact areas as part of your course, taking advantage of the diverse expertise and specialist teaching on offer here in Sheffield.

We are creating the industrial leaders of the future. Our innovative teaching and cutting-edge research make us one of the leaders in mechanical engineering education. Employers throughout the world know that our graduates have what it takes to meet all kinds of challenges.

Before you arrive

We want to make your transition to university life in Sheffield as easy as possible so on this page, we're giving you some resources to help you prepare before you arrive here.

Get ready for Sheffield by completing your to-do list tasks from this helpful student checklist

Make sure you’re registered

Registration is the number one task before starting your studies. You should have already received information separately about the registration process and related activities that are run centrally by the University. If you haven’t please go to the registration homepage to find out more. You must complete online registration prior to arriving in Sheffield. 

Induction day

Our Mechanical Engineering Induction Day is on Thursday 26th September, from 9.00am in Rooms EO5 and EO6 in the Pam Liversage Building.

There will be presentations from academics and you will hear more about your degree structure and learn what is expected from you during your time at Sheffield. Information about Optional Modules will also be provided, along with the opportunity to talk with Module Leaders. Lunch will be provided

This is an important day as it will mark the start of your journey with us in Mechanical Engineering at Sheffield, so we recommend that you do attend this if possible. 

Virtual tours

The Diamond

Our students have access to the latest equipment and technologies, including a dedicated natural robotics, computer, control and power systems laboratory, as well as teaching laboratories in our state-of-the-art engineering building, The Diamond.

Use your mouse to move around the Diamond whilst watching.

iForge

The iForge is housed in the University's flagship Diamond building, our innovative facility, and is giving students the opportunity to collaborate, create and 'make' outside of their academic studies.

  Accommodation

 Student vlogger Paula takes you around our accommodation in Ranmoor/Endcliffe - voted in the top 5 for student accommodation in the UK

Module selection guidance for MSc Students

You must select your optional modules and have these approved by a member of our School of Mechanical Aerospace and Civil Engineering before you can complete your registration.

You will be selecting your modules online via our Online Module Selection (which you may hear referred to as OMS) system. This system will become available to you as part of your pre-registration activities. 

To guide you in choosing your modules, please refer to this webpage where you will find your programme details and the optional modules that are available to you on your programme.

If you do need further information don't worry, you will be able to discuss modules with course leaders during your Induction Day sessions.

School Handbook

Once you are registered and have a university account, you will be able to access our School Handbook here

Your guide to Sheffield

Whether you already live in Sheffield, or you're coming to us from elsewhere, there's plenty to see. From the stunning Peak District right on our doorstep to the trendiest cafes and bars, all the way to Tramlines music festival - we've got it all.

We have a full guide to Sheffield here, including food and drink, sports, arts and culture and how to get around.

Another guide can be found here, which includes information on our festivals, augmented reality art trail 'Look Up' and an alternative LGBTQ+ guide to the city. 

There are also maps of Sheffield and information on local public transport to help you traverse Sheffield once you arrive. In fact, we have a range of different maps to help you find your way around:

• Interactive campus map
• Gender neutral toilets map
• Prayer rooms & quiet spaces
• Food and drink