Student profiles

Some of our graduates share their experiences of what it's like to study politics, live and work in Sheffield and what they've gone on to do since graduating.

graduate Ifrah Ismail

Emerging with a more international perspective

Ifrah Ismail BA International Relations and Politics

"Being given the chance to study abroad was one of the best experiences to be offered when first arriving and remains a top experience that I recommend other students to pursue".

graduate Joelle Cheong

A welcoming city

Joelle Cheong BA Politics and Sociology

"The culture of both the university and city have been so great for an international student studying in the UK."

graduate Hannah McLennan

How my course prepared me for my future career

Hannah McLennan BA International Relations and Politics

"I sat front row at Trudeau’s press conference and met journalists from all over the world. The whole week just reminded me how grateful I am to the University of Sheffield for giving its students such brilliant opportunities you don’t find anywhere else."

Work experience student stood outside westminster

Flexibility makes the course dynamic

Beth Miller BA International Relations and Politics

"The academics in the Department are also some of the best in the country; it was great to know the people teaching were setting the agenda in their field."

Three people sat around a table drinking from coffee cups and smiling

International undergraduate scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international undergraduate students, including scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee (worth up to £40,000 for four-year programmes).

Applications are open for existing offer holders for an undergraduate degree programme starting in autumn 2025.

International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2025