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Difficulties Fitting In

Making friends

Coming to University, fitting in and making friends is a big step. It might be that you haven´t found like minded people yet and this can cause difficulties in settling in.

Homesickness

Homesickness: keeping yourself busy and meeting new people can really help create a second home at the University! If you are experiencing homesickness or other cross-cultural difficulties then you may wish to contact

Your new room

One of the first things most students do when they arrive at university is to go and see the new room where they will be staying. To help you settle in and feel happy with your room see the suggestion page

Contacts: Difficulties Fitting In

International Student Services international.students@sheffield.ac.uk
Student Transitions and Support 0114 222 1263
Student Advice Centre 0114 222 8660 advice@sheffield.ac.uk

If your particular problem or solution is not included in our web pages, or if you would like to speak to someone in person but aren't sure who to approach, please come to SSiD. We will try to help you or at least point you in the right direction.