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5.04.14.11135 Student reviews
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It's amazing
The library buildings are amazing, and there is always a place to complete prep work, study or work on group projects. I think it varies by department, however sometimes it can be quite difficult to contact/meet with certain staff members when you need help or to ask questions.
best- SU by far worst- lots of walking!!
The uni itself is super useful - really good facilities and opportunities. Wouldn't say it really feels like a tight-knit community (mostly because of how big and spread out it is) but it is very welcoming!
The student union is great, lots of options for food and always seems to be something going on. Some of the teaching rooms could do with a refurb
The best thing is that it feels as though the uni is very concerned with creating a positive atmosphere, responding to queries, organising events, and so on. I suppose the worst aspect is adapting to a new assessment and learning style, which could probably be helped by the uni to some degree
I love the student union and the events they put on and the food outlets they have across campus, they could make it cheaper though as it is quite expensive for the SU.
Sheffield is an amazing city for students and the student life here is amazing. the student's union always has a lot of great stuff going on and the facilities are amazing, I couldn't ask for anything more! The campus could definitely look nice and be more pedestrianised, but it doesn't ruin the experience. The only thing I would improve is the university can sometimes be slow to change things even if there is student consensus about it.
18-24 years
The students union is amazing, I have looked into other units before but none of the SU’s is comparable to Sheffield’s. It is so involved and integrated in student life. Plus they hold night outs which I thought was so cool.
The learning environment is very good and it allows you to enjoy your studies. However, since it’s an open campus, it takes a long time to get from one building to another.
highly recommend sheffield, both the university of and the city itself are great places to be a student
18-24 years
Balanced urban city with shops(thrift, vintage, normal range) and greenery (parks, peak district). Close approximity with other cities to travel and explore the UK. Cheaper living costs compared to other cities. Nice, friendly people since its a student city (locals live more on the outskirts of the city).
People are genuine all really welcoming and inclusive.
The university is very inclusive of dietary needs, economic backgrounds, disabilities etc.
I love the city because it feels nice and friendly and small but there is always lots going on and it’s got a balance of city life and being near the Peak District. The SU is so good the nightclub in it is really popular and the facilities are great, they also take into account all of our views and it’s student led which makes it even better
Every single day, Student Union has events. This makes it really easy to join and enjoy every day of uni life. Especially my department, there are great employability programs and teams to support students and they are really approachable and friendly.
The people are awesome
4.5
Everyone is super welcoming and its a very social environment
Lectures sometimes feel not very useful towards your learning
The thing I liked the most was the social aspect of the student village and the least would be the price and laundry