OVERALL UNIVERSITY RATING
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Excellent students union, vast range of extracurricular activities and freedom to start new societies/teams. wide range of subjects...
University rating
Tell us about your overall university experience so far.
Excellent students union, vast range of extracurricular activities and freedom to start new societies/teams. wide range of subjects to study, from what i have experienced there is great choice in modules. Also, night life on top form.
Facilities
How good are your university's facilities?
multiple libraries with hundreds of computers, as well as free internet in all uni buildings including accomodation. the largest library, the IC, is open 24/7 every day and has a cafe supplying sugar and caffeine to everyone suffering all nighters. time loses meaning, but it is an interesting experience.
Student support
How good is the support offered by the uni? Think both academic (tutors/feedback) and personal (counselling, etc).
there seems to be a big LGBT and foreign students support network, though i've never had any interaction with them. the uni health clinic is quite good, but tends to have long waiting lists. the councilling support system works well though, from the one instance i used it. It should also be noted that the SU has a no-platform policy.
Students' union
What do you think of your Students' Union in terms of student representation and facilities?
five stories high with three seperate club rooms, two bars and a cafe among other facilities, it's a great place to go. there are different themed club nights almost every day, and most activities will happen in the SU making it a social hub. favourite thing about the uni.
Local life
Is your university in a good location in terms of distance to accommodation and local amenities?
Sheffield is one of the safest cities around, and has two major universities in it. there are a huge range of clubs and bars that will cater to literally any preference you have. I'm halfway through my second year and have been out more nights than i should have, and have never had any trouble at all.
Societies and Sports
How would you rate the variety of societies/sports?
clubs and societies are very well supported by the SU, and there are regular sports and activities fairs that allow the societies to show off and recruit additional members. i believe they are also subsidized to some extent, which means it won't be too expensive.
Lecturers and teaching quality
What do you like most and least about the way your course(s) are taught?
Very engaging and professional lecturers for almost every module i've taken, only one module has been without extensive online and powerpoint support.
Career prospects
How does your uni make efforts to increase your employability (careers department, work placements, transferable skills)?
I haven't looked into job prospects very much, but every other day i get emails regarding job prospects or internships. if that's something you'd care about (and you probably should) then you won't be disappointed.
University halls
What do you think about the safety, condition, location and cost of your accommodation?
The accomodation is quite expensive, but i imagine it's the same for any uni. the place i stayed had ensuites, a shared kitchen and a lift, a bit spartan if you're used to living at home with parents but you soon adjust to it.