Masters study discovery afternoon FAQs

I can’t see my subject listed?

Not all subjects will be represented at our Masters study discovery afternoons. Different subjects may be taking part in different dates so please check the other dates, other opportunities to explore postgraduate study at the University of Sheffield  or register your interest for future postgraduate events. We will have representation from existing students from a range of subjects at our events.

How do I get to Sheffield?

Access our maps and travel information. Sheffield and the University have excellent public transport links, and we encourage visitors to take advantage of these wherever possible. The University has a tram stop, is a twenty-minute walk from Sheffield train station, and is well served by the local bus network.

Where can I park?

Car parking near campus is limited, and often reaches full capacity at our offer holder days. We therefore strongly recommend those driving to consider one of Sheffield’s several park and ride sites on the tram and train network, which link directly with the University’s dedicated tram stop.

From the M1, exit at Junction 33 for the Nunnery Square park-and-ride site, or Junction 34 for the Meadowhall Interchange park-and-ride site. From either site, take the yellow route tram towards Middlewood. 

If you're coming to Sheffield from the West (via the A628 or A61) then use the Middlewood park-and-ride site. Take the yellow route tram towards Meadowhall.

If park and ride arrangements are not suitable for your circumstances, the most convenient car parks for access to campus are the Q-park on Durham Road, the Q-park on Rockingham Street, and the NCP at Solly Street.

I am a blue badge holder and will be travelling to the University by car. Where can I park?

We recommend using one of the 32 blue-badge parking spaces available in the Q Park at Durham Road. An additional 20 blue-badge parking spaces are available in the Q Park at Rockingham Street.

I am travelling to Sheffield by train. How do I get to the University from the station?

Sheffield Railway Station is situated approximately a mile and a half away from the University of Sheffield. It is advisable to catch either a tram or a bus to the campus. 

Trams run directly from the station to the University every 12 minutes. You need to catch the blue line heading towards Malin Bridge and get off at the University of Sheffield tram stop. The journey time is approximately nine minutes. 

The main University of Sheffield campus is easily accessible by public transport. From the transport interchange (opposite the station), a range of buses go to and from this area, including the 30, 120, 123, 51 and 52 and all pass by the University. 

Alternatively, a taxi from the station will cost around £5.

Where should I go when I arrive?

Please head to our Student’s Union at the centre of campus for our information fair, campus tour departure point and opportunity to chat to current students. If you have booked a campus tour, you should aim to arrive at our Students Union building 10 minutes before your tour start time.

You don’t need to register on arrival, as attendance will be recorded at the campus tour desk and/ or your pre-booked subject activities.

Where should I go for my subject activities?

Locations for any subject sessions you have booked can be viewed via your RSVP page. You can find this from your confirmation and reminder emails.  Please look out for this email, and check your spam folder if necessary. If you lose this information, head to the campus tour departure point in the entrance to the Student Union.

Who should I contact if I think I’m going to arrive late for my campus tour?

If you’re running late, please contact the Campus Tour team on 0114 222 9872. We’re unable to guarantee latecomers a campus tour but the earlier you let us know, the sooner we can try to make alternative arrangements.

Is the campus tour accessible for wheelchair users?

The campus tour covers our central campus - an area approximately one mile across. The route makes use of lowered curbs and pedestrian crossings as much as possible. Welfare facilities in the Students Union are available on the Ground Floor and include accessible toilets.

If you wish to discuss any additional requirements, you can contact the Campus Tour team by telephone 0114 222 9872 or email myday@sheffield.ac.uk