Why Study In Sheffield?

Why do 60,000 students choose Sheffield as their chosen place to study?

One of the reasons is its world-class universities.  The University of Sheffield has been ranked as a top 100 university in the ‘world university rankings’ for the past 15 years and in 2019, it was ranked 22^nd in Europe for teaching excellence. Sheffield Hallam University was awarded ‘University of the Year’ for teaching and quality in 2020 by both The Times and the Sunday Times.

Between both Universities, they offer excellent graduation rates, a diverse range of courses, and hi-tech/hi-spec facilities on each campus which have been designed to help you get the most out of University life.

In a nutshell, Sheffield will help you excel.

Another reason that students from 150 countries around the world choose Sheffield, is for its diversity.  As a foreign student, you do not need to go far to find social groups, international shops, or global cuisine.  Sheffield offers a plethora of restaurants serving food from all over the world.

Sheffield is one of the safest large cities in the UK, coming 12^th on Compare the Markets UK’s Safest Place to Live Survey.  It is also one of the top ten most affordable UK university cities, so you can explore Sheffield with confidence, knowing you are safe and that your money will go that little bit further too.

Having over 250 parks and green spaces, it is little wonder Sheffield is known as the ‘Green City’.  In fact, it is one of the greenest cities in Europe having more trees per person than any other city.  There are plenty of places to go for a run, a bike ride, a leisurely stroll or just sit and relax.  If you seek adrenaline the Peak District is not far away, perfect for hiking, mountain biking, caving, and rock climbing.

Sheffield is the 5^th largest city in England, so wherever you are living, there is always something for everyone.  There are theatres, cinemas, art galleries and masses of bars, pubs, and restaurants.  If shopping is your thing there are plenty of shopping areas too within the city, not to mention Meadowhall shopping centre is just a tram ride away.

If you are a sporty student, then Sheffield is definitely the place to be. It was the first National City of Sport, home to the oldest football club in the world and the venue to the World Snooker Championship.

Both universities also offer a range of excellent sporting facilities.

Obviously being a student, you are going to need somewhere to live, and Sheffield has student accommodation galore.  Just take a look here to see what we can offer or call us on 0114-266-6300.

Sheffield has something for everyone, so why not join the 60,000 students that already choose to study in ‘Steel City’.