Undergraduate student profiles

See what our undergraduate students have to say about their Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil and Structural Engineering degrees.

Ethan Edmunds

My degree provided ample opportunities to develop both hands-on engineering skills and a strong theoretical foundation

Ethan Aerospace Engineering (BEng)

After studying for his BEng in Aerospace Engineering with a Foundation Year, Ethan is now pursuing a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering here in Sheffield.

Civil & Structural Engineering student

Being a small part of such a grand project really was the highlight – it truly is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

Jay MEng Architectural Engineering with an industrial placement

Jay's placement offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to contribute to the iconic La Sagrada Familia, allowing him to build valuable professional connections and dramatically advance his practical engineering skills.

Aerospace Engineering student Denisse

My experience at Sheffield has been incredibly empowering, and I’ve learned that gender is not a barrier to success in this industry.

Denisse MEng Aerospace Engineering

Denisse describes how a culture of experimentation & growth motivates students to think creatively, tackle complex problems, and engage with cutting-edge aerospace developments.

Mechanical Engineering student Joel

Freedom to choose my own projects and join different engineering teams has allowed me to shape my degree

Joel MEng Mechanical Engineering with an industrial placement

Joel talks about his industrial placement experience & how his degree is preparing him to be an engineer

Civil Engineering student

You get taught by academics who are clearly very passionate about the topics they teach.

Katie MEng Civil Engineering

Katie, tells us what it's really like studying Civil Engineering in Sheffield.

Mechanical Engineering student Rhia

The course has provided me with a strong balance of technical skills and soft skills that are essential for a successful engineering career

Rhia studied a Foundation Year

Final year student, Rhia, explains how Mechanical Engineering degree has prepared her for a career in engineering

Tilly in Spain

The most challenging but simultaneously rewarding and enjoyable experience - I couldn't recommend it enough

Tilly MEng Mechanical Engineering with Spanish

Tilly spent a year of her course studying Mechanical Engineering, in Spanish, at a university in San Sebasitán, Spain.

An image of our student Hasan Shwaish wearing a hi-vis vest and a hard hat as part of engineering student experience

My course offers a blend of skills and knowledge to be able to understand buildings in a holistic manner

Hasan MEng Architectural Engineering

Hasan has always been interested in improving the built environment.

A woman in a red tshirt

A day in the life - Sejal

Sejal Rahman MEng Civil Engineering

There is something to be said about the way I have been taught to apply my theoretical understanding of concepts to everyday life.

A white man stands outside next to some green plants

Witnessing engineering principles in practice gave me a greater understanding that was then reflected in my work and grades at university.

Joe MEng Civil Engineering with an industrial placement

Joe enjoyed being able to work on projects from different engineering sectors during his degree.

A smiling Sheffield student holding a sign that says "I'm here to help" at an undergraduate open day

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