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5.04.14.11135 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsGreat staff and facilities
Good student community but could have more diverse Foundry events
Best - the people are really nice and the course is interesting Worst - assignment deadlines are always really close together, it would be better if they were more spread out
The facilities are amazing (especially the Diamond), and it is such a welcoming environment
Best aspects are finding new friends, societies and overall lecture experience learning new content. Worst was making friends in first year and a bad flat.
the students union is incredible, so many great societies and activities to take part in. there is a great range of student support, especially for first years in uni accommodation with residence life activities to help meet new people and boost well being. The facilities are good, plenty of great study spaces, alothough can be difficult to find somewhere to eat on campus at lunch .
As an international student, I am so glad to have chosen to study at The University of Sheffield. I can guarantee from my own firsthand experience that the student community, university staff and local community in Sheffield are all very welcoming and inclusive of international students which helps make settling into uni life so much easier. In terms of getting involved, the SU provides a variety of clubs and societies that you can get involved with and there’s something for everyone. Over the last three years, the academic support I received from my lecturers and tutors have also been so helpful in teaching me how to apply theories and getting a broad understanding of the content taught. Moreover, in terms of employability support the university’s Employability hubs and knowledgeable staff have been so helpful, and as a student at Sheffield, you could expect to gain support in the form of CV workshops, Employability talks, mock assessments centres, Interview prep and so much more. 10/10 Would recommend The university of Sheffield to anybody considering studying in the UK.
There is really a lot of support, lots of ressources, and lovely people. I also like that the city is a very young city : lots of students in the street, you often bump into someone that you know, there are always events going on, so even if Sheffield is not the biggest city ever, you absolutely have a way to have a very full schedule and a super rich life. 100% recommand.
Best aspects - students union, location, interesting lecturers and teaching staff, the paternoster lift Areas for improvement - can’t think of any
It’s welcoming, there’s always lots of stuff on, the lecture halls are nice Could be better computers
The campus is in a really good location with it being close to the city centre whilst also feeling like it's in it's own bubble. The buildings are very modern and stylish. There is lots of support given at the University and they are constantly asking about ways to improve. To improve I think it could benefit from better feedback on exams and coursework.
The uni has a very friendly, welcoming atmosphere and I am enjoying my first year so far. My course is very interesting and I feel I am supported by staff.
18-24 years
I just wish my course as an English student had a dedicated space other than the Jessop West hubs. Having lectures in the most random buildings can get confusing. Other than that I love being at Sheffield and speak of it very highly, I definitely recommend it to everybody I talk to. The student experience is brilliant and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time here so far. I couldn’t imagine being happier at any other uni.
18-24 years
First gen student
Joining this university was my best decision ever. Being an international student and being here for 4 years almost - I will do everything again and will not change a single thing about university, about my course or anything related to university. Such an amazing lovely cool welcoming environment.
Best things: - Students Union has so many different types of events on all the time, whether it be societies or club nights etc. - Sense of community/belonging - Lectures are rigorous - Easy to access support from lecturers, pastoral support etc. - 1st yr accommodation was in a really nice area and felt safe - Feel safe on campus - So many facilities- bookable study rooms, SU shops, cafes, social spaces, pub - Generally just a really fun university that promotes a great social life alongside studying Worst things: - Feels like my course department is forgotten amongst the larger subject areas
The study spaces are great and generally not too crowded so you are able to find space, they are also not too far from most student accommodation. Student support services have been amazing and I have always had help when I needed it. General student life is good and there are always opportunities to meet people.
Feels more like a friendly town than a city
Uni of Sheffield is really great, the vibe, the facilities , all great except the never ending hills.
The University of Sheffield is a great university with so many amazing aspects. My favourite parts of the university is the student's union and how much they have to offer, for example, the huge range of societies the uni has, I also really like how it's really easy to discover the societies and events so that you don't miss anything going on. There is also a great sense of community and it's very inclusive so there really is something for everyone at the university. The only thing that could maybe be improved is the prices of club nights.
4.5
Best - accommodation is great and then university is a pretty campus and has so many facilities
some of the lecturers are less interesting or organised in terms of slides but overall teaching is good and course is interesting
cosy and good sized rooms, just enough kitchen space and decent bathroom