The University of Sheffield
Under 18

Students Union

Welcome to the University! These pages contain some useful information regarding students who will be under the age of 18 when they commence their studies.

Coming to University is exciting, but can be and a bit daunting. It can bring about a mixture of feelings, particularly if you are coming from another country and culture. As well as looking forward to commencing your studies, it is also natural to feel a little apprehensive. It is important to remember that you are not alone! There will be lots of other students in the same position, embarking on this new journey.

The University is dedicated to helping you settle into your new environment, and there are lots of events and activities geared towards this. Click on the links on the right hand side of the screen to see what's going on in Intro Week. A number of events are specifically alcohol-free.

The links on the left hand side of the screen are dedicated specifically to students under 18 and their parents. Much of this information will be sent to students a few weeks before they start their studies.