Undergraduate to postgraduate study
Whether you want to further your interests in academia or set yourself up for a future career, there are lots of benefits to staying at Sheffield for your masters.
Join us for an online open day
Our next postgraduate taught online open day takes place on Wednesday 27 November 2024. Join us to find out more about postgraduate study at Sheffield, attend a subject talk, and learn more about the application process.
What’s the difference between undergraduate and postgraduate study?
How you apply, fund, and study for a postgraduate taught degree is all very different to an undergraduate degree.
In most cases, you can simply apply for a postgraduate taught course through the University website using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. You don’t need to have completed your undergraduate studies to apply.
How to apply for postgraduate study
Applications for 2025 entry are open
Postgraduate taught degree programmes typically run for a year, but can be longer depending on the type of qualification you’re studying and whether you study full-time or part-time. Take a look at our postgraduate course listings for detailed course information, including programme duration.
Why should you choose postgraduate study?
- Alumni discount - as a Sheffield graduate, you’re entitled up to a 20% discount on your postgraduate taught degree tuition fees if you choose to study with us.
- Further your knowledge - dig deeper into the subject that you’re passionate about. With 92 per cent of our research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021), we’ll nurture your passion and show you how to use what you learn.
- Enhance your career prospects - 93 per cent of postgraduate taught graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after finishing their studies (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021/22)
- Continue university life - stay in the city you love and keep all the benefits of studying at the university voted best for student life in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024.
Funding your studies
Student loans work differently at postgraduate level. If you’re a home student interested in studying a postgraduate masters, you can apply for one loan that can be used towards paying your tuition fees or your living costs - it’s up to you how you choose to spend it.
Alumni discount
Sheffield graduates are eligible for a discount up to £2,500 on tuition fees.
Scholarships
We offer a range of scholarships to help you afford your studies.
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