International students
Our Department's top research ranking and reputation for quality teaching (graded excellent in the most recent governmental review) attracts students from around the world. We offer a range of undergraduate courses and we are delighted that you are interested in studying with us. We attract international students from around the world and we are confident that you will soon feel at home in the friendly city of Sheffield.
- 1st = for student satisfaction, National Student Survey 2008
- 7th in the UK – Times League Table 2011
- 9th = in the UK for research - RAE 2008 (Most recent)
- 14th in the UK – Guardian League Table 2011
Find out what our international students think of us
Scholarships
Science International Scholarships
'We are pleased to offer Science International Scholarships to all self-funded international undergraduate students commencing their studies in the Faculty of Science in September 2010. The scholarships are worth £2,000 per year each and take the form of fee reduction.
More details, eligibility and award criteria:
http://www.shef.ac.uk/international/enquiry/money/ugscience.html
Entry requirements
Undergraduate entry requirements
http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/physics/undergraduate-admissions/entry.html
Entry requirements by country
http://www.shef.ac.uk/international/countries
Please contact us if you require more specific information on subject requirements
email : Physics.UCAS@Sheffield.ac.uk
English language requirements
IELTS: average 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any one component.
TOEFL: 575 Paper based test; 232 computer based test; 90 internet based test
Non standard entry requirements
If you do not meet the minimum entry requirements needed for first year entry, you may be eligible for entry via the Sheffield International College.
How to apply
http://www.shef.ac.uk/international/howtoapply/undergraduate.html
Careers
A degree in Physics shows an employer that you have analytical and mathematical skills, are a logical thinker, a problem solver, and someone who can understand and communicate complex and often abstract ideas. It´s therefore no wonder that Physics graduates are in demand from a wide range of employers. A survey of our 2008 graduates showed that, 6 months after graduation, 83% of students who responded were in work or further study. Some of these students had gone on to study for a PhD or MSc. Others are working as physicists in industry, or have gone on to use their skills in other areas such as teaching, accountancy and IT. Recent employers of our graduates include Laser Quantum, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and CGGVeritas (geophysical surveys) and HSBC.
Links with industry
The Department has very strong links with industry. Examples in recent years include: Hitachi and Toshiba research labs (electronic and electro-optical systems and components), CORUS (steel making), Aether Photonics (far infra-red lasers), Unilever and Dow Chemicals (polymers).
The International Office
The International Office at the University is here to help you with all aspects of your application to Sheffield and has designated country teams to provide a comprehensive "one stop" service to international students. We offer advice for you and your parents on all aspects of study in Sheffield including courses, tuition fees, scholarships, applying to study with us, and information about living in Sheffield. We regularly travel overseas to meet and advise students interested in studying with us, and we hope you will be able to join us at one of the events.
Link to International Office website