NCUK University Partner
Sheffield Hallam University
Sheffield Hallam University is one of the UK's largest and most diverse universities, known for innovative teaching and research and a welcoming approach to international students. It offers accredited courses across arts and humanities, business and health, with a focus on real-world impact, across a city campus and the Collegiate Crescent Campus.
NCUK students can progress to Sheffield Hallam through the International Foundation Year, International Art & Design Foundation, International Year One, International Year Two (Business Management), or Master's Preparation.
Sheffield itself is nicknamed the "Green City" for its many parks and gardens, and offers music venues including the Leadmill and Sheffield Arena, festivals such as Doc/Fest and Tramlines, the Millennium Gallery, the Crucible Theatre, and easy access to the Peak District.
Gold
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023, for support for student success and progression
5th
In the world for reducing inequality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024)
200
Courses listed
Transform Together Scholarship (Undergraduate)
A 50% fee waiver for the first year of study, for international students starting a full-time taught undergraduate course (application required).
Transform Together Scholarship (Postgraduate)
A 50% fee waiver for the first year of study, for international students starting a full-time taught postgraduate course (application required).
Vice Chancellor's Award
Worth £2,000–£3,000, applied automatically to tuition fees, for undergraduate students from South Asia, South East Asia, Nigeria and Ghana.
Regional Vice Chancellor Award
Worth £2,000–£3,000, applied automatically to tuition fees, for postgraduate students from South Asia, South East Asia, Nigeria and Ghana.
Student life and support
Student life includes Students' Union societies and sports teams, with every student given access to three dedicated advisers, including one specialising in academic support, along with training, software and other academic resources.
The Student Wellbeing Service offers counselling and mental health advice, the Learning Enhancement Team runs academic skills workshops and one-to-one appointments, and the International Experience Team advises on visas, finances and settling into life in the UK.
Careers
Employability Services provide career advice, mentoring, internships and networking opportunities, and the Enterprise Centre supports student entrepreneurs.
Accommodation
Across 14 properties within walking distance of both campuses, options include The Pinnacles in the city centre, with modern en-suite rooms and shared kitchen and living areas, and Charlotte Court near the city campus, offering a mix of en-suite and studio rooms.
Facilities and sport
The Collegiate Crescent Campus is home to the Health and Wellbeing Research Institute, with modern research facilities, while the STEM Centre provides industry-standard labs for science, technology, engineering and maths. The Sports Park includes rugby, football and hockey pitches, a gym and a sports hall, supporting sports teams such as cheerleading, women's football and cricket, as well as societies ranging from the Engineering Society to the Indian Society.
Sustainability
Sheffield Hallam has joined the UN Race to Zero pledge and works towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals through an evolving Climate Action Strategy.
Veritas Pathways students on the International Foundation Year may progress to Sheffield Hallam University, subject to meeting its academic, English language, attendance and non-academic entry requirements.