Welcome to Aerospace Engineering
Congratulations on gaining a place within Aerospace Engineering here in Sheffield we can't wait to see you!. We know that going to university is a big step and so we've put together this guide to answer many of the questions you might have, before starting your university experience.
Before you arrive
Part of the excitement of starting university is the chance to discover things for yourself and the freedom to explore a new city. We want to make your transition to university life as easy as possible so on this page, we're giving you some resources to help you prepare before you arrive in Sheffield.
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.
If you haven't registered by Friday 27 September 2024, you must get in contact with us (aerosupport@sheffield.ac.uk).
The deadline for registering is Monday 21 October to start your course, and the in person appointment deadline is Friday 18 October 2023.
Semester dates 2024 - 2025
| Detail | Dates |
|---|---|
| Welcome Week | 23 - 27 September 2024 |
| Autumn Semester | 30 September 2024 - 8 February 2025 (vacation 21 December 2024 - 19 January 2025) |
| Autumn Semester examinations | 20 January - 7 February 2025 |
| Spring Semester | 10 February - 14 June 2025 (vacation 6 April - 27 April) |
| Spring Semester examinations | 26 May - 13 June 2025 |
Welcome Week
This is a week of events before teaching begins. It is full of important information and social events, so do make sure you attend. Your Welcome Week will begin on Monday 23rd September 2024.
- Monday 23 September
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Time Location Activity 13.30 - 14.00 Outside D010 in the Heartspace Collect 'Little Book of Thermofluids' 14.00 - 14.30 Online Welcome to the School
with Professor Martin Mayfield, Head of School - Tuesday 24 September
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Time Location Activity 10.00 - 10.50 Richard Roberts Auditorium Welcome to Aerospace Engineering 10.50 - 11.50 Richard Roberts Auditorium Introduction to Year 1 of Aerospace Engineering 11:00 - 16:00
(drop-in)Octagon & Students’ Union Union Clubs and Activities Fair - Wednesday 25 September
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Time Location Activity 09:00 - 11.00 Blackboard - online Race and Consent Session 13:00 - 14:30 38 Mappin Street,
Workrooms 3 & 4The Model Glider Design & Build Competition
Group 115:00 – 16:30 38 Mappin Street, Workrooms 3 & 4 The Model Glider Design & Build Competition
Group 2 - Thursday 26 September
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Time Location Activity 10:00 - 16:00 The Diamond
Flight Sim LabFlight Simulator drop-in session 10.00 - 12.00 The Diamond
Lecture theatre 1Introduction to some of our student societies 17:00 onwards 38 Mappin Street,
Workroom 3 & 4Sheffield Aerospace Student Society - introductory talk
Aerospace student social
- Friday 27 September
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Time Location Activity 09:00 - 10:00 The Diamond, Lecture theatre 1 IMechE student talk
10.00 - 11.00 The Diamond, Lecture theatre 1 Diamond lab session 11.00 - 11.15 The Diamond, Lecture theatre 1 English languages teaching centre 11.15 - 11.45 The Diamond, Lecture theatre 1 Introduction to MASH 11.45 - 11.55 The Diamond, Lecture theatre 1 Modern Languages teaching centre 12.30 - 14.30 Online Race and Consent session 15.00 - 17.00 Flight Sim Lab Flight Simulator open access
Maths Revision
A good background in mathematics will make your first year at Sheffield easier and more enjoyable. If you want to revise, we recommend:
Khan Academy (Maths: High school and college Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus) or Mathematics for Science and Technology which was developed by the Open University together with Russell Group universities.
Mental health support
Starting university is a huge change, and there may be times when you need some extra support.
The Student Mental Health, Counselling and Therapies Service can help you navigate your support options and agree on a tailored plan of psychological support. Any University of Sheffield student can register online with the service. Further information on the service can be found on the Student Hub.
NHS support for mental health is also available via the University Health Service or at the Sheffield Walk-In Centre Wellbeing Hub. For the Walk-In Centre, no appointment is required. However, you can call to book a video consultation, phone consultation, or an appointment slot for you to attend.
The University Counselling Service (UCS) runs a number of mental wellbeing workshops, free of charge and operating on a drop-in basis. These require no registration and are free to all students.
Togetherall is an anonymous digital mental health support service available to all students, so you can have free access to support at home or while abroad. It provides immediate access to 24/7 online peer and professional support, with trained counsellors.
The Student Wellbeing Service offers short-term, tailored one-to-one support if you’re experiencing difficulties and challenges, to help you manage your wellbeing and succeed at University. If you’re feeling down, overwhelmed or struggling to adjust to student life, your Faculty Wellbeing Advisor can assist you in improving your wellbeing and help you get back on track.
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: