About the University

We're one of the UK's leading universities, with an international reputation for excellence. Official teaching quality assessments rate us very highly, and excellent research assessment results confirm our reputation as a centre for a wide variety of world-class research.

Students Union building

One extraordinary place

Our students are at the heart of our University. We have been consistently ranked in the top five universities in the UK for best overall student experience and our Students' Union has been voted top nationally for the eleventh consecutive year.

The No. 1 student experience

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We do world-class research

We're dedicated to developing ourselves as a research institution and improving the quality of our work. As such, we are renowned for the excellence, impact and distinctiveness of our research-led learning and teaching.

Research excellence at Sheffield

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About us

We have nearly 28,000 students and around 8,200 staff. The University is a popular choice with applicants for university places, and once they arrive our students enjoy the experience so much that many settle in Sheffield after they graduate.

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The best facilities

We're committed to advancing our facilities, which will in turn support our research projects and daily learning experiences, as well as improving key spaces for staff, students and the wider Sheffield community to enjoy.

The Campus Masterplan

The benefits of working at the University

As a valued member of staff at the University you'll have access to a range of benefits and schemes to support you both in and out of work.

The benefits of working at the University

Mission, vision and identity

This University of Sheffield's mission, vision and identity frames our approach to strategic planning. Our guiding principles stand as the touchstone of the kind of university we aspire to be.

Our University. Our future. Our plan.