Meet our undergraduate students

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

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I wouldn’t change my experience for anything

Suki Cheung Digital Media and Society BA

Suki moved from Hong Kong to study digital media and society at the University of Sheffield. She then went on to study a masters degree in London and now works in PR and Communications at Dyson.

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They were really genuine about helping mature students get back into education.

Lloyd Wright Politics and Modern Languages BA

Lloyd Wright joined the University of Sheffield as a mature student. After previously working as a chef in Australia, he came back to the UK to study Politics and Modern Languages with a Foundation Year. Since graduating, he has been accepted onto a masters course in Creative Writing which will begin in 2024.

Chloe Melvin

The impact of my university years has been huge on my life

Chloe Melvin Sociology BA

Chloe studied a BA in Sociology at the University of Sheffield from 2016 to 2019 and played an active role in the Sociological Society. Since graduating, she has gone on to find a career in Social Value which supports both the public and private sector to work together to deliver meaningful benefits for the community.

Dougal MacKenzie

Being open-minded in all facets of life can only help you

Dougal MacKenzie Sociology BA

Dougal studied a BA in Sociology at the University of Sheffield, graduating in 2016. Since, he has gone on to build a career in postgraduate education and now works as the Head of Client Services at FindAUniversity.

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The course did a great job of encouraging you to have your own thoughts

Ailsa Rhodes Sociology BA

Ailsa studied sociology for her undergraduate at the University of Sheffield. Graduating in 2020, she now works as a digital content coordinator at the University’s student union.

Rose, Kaydian, and Scarlett at the BISA climate summit

Providing new and unique perspectives on climate issues

Kaydian, Scarlett and Rose International Relations and Politics BA & Politics and Philosophy BA

Kaydian, Scarlett and Rose went to the BISA climate summit simulation.

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My degree gave me a natural inclination to steer towards policy and public affairs

Luke Impett History and Politics BA

Luke talks about how his degree in history and politics led to his exciting career in public affairs.

SURE Scheme student James Manville

The scheme has been an amazing project to be a part of and I feel very privileged that the University chose my project

James JW Manville Politics and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

Working alongside experts in the school with the SURE scheme, James has been researching the links between political parties, policy, and attitudes towards queer communities in Latin America.

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Doing a degree with the Sociological Studies Department at the University of Sheffield has given me a wide range of both academic and life skills

Ella Rylatt-West Sociology with Social Policy BA with a year in employment

Ella studied sociology with social policy at the University of Sheffield. Now Ella is a Research Officer at the College of Policing. Read below to hear about Ella's experience while at University and how this degree helped prepare her for her future.

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You will have nothing to lose by learning about the things you are passionate about

Patricia Prystupa Politics and Sociology BA

Patricia explains the benefits of studying for a dual degree.

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International undergraduate scholarships

We are offering scholarships of £2,500 for each year (subject to a 60% average) of your undergraduate degree. The maximum value is £10,000 for four-year programmes.

Apply now to join us in September and check if you're eligible