Study abroad
University of Sheffield Economics students who want to study abroad.
Study Abroad
The Study Abroad programme gives undergraduate students the chance to spend their third year abroad in one of our partner universities in other countries, extending the length of their degree to four years.
Students on degrees with international experience are not required to take modules equivalent to their core modules. The study-abroad year is assessed on a pass-fail basis.
Find out more about our global partner universities.
Who can apply?
Students who are currently in their second year of their degree can apply for the Study Abroad programme. Please note, students cannot study abroad in the final year.
Benefits of Studying Abroad
- Cultural benefits through exposure to other environments, another university, and another city/country.
- Networking and friendship opportunities.
- Development of confidence and independence.
- HEFCE reports evidence that students with study abroad experience achieve better degree performance.
- Study abroad students have better employment prospects.
How to apply to Study Abroad
First year students interested in the Study Abroad programme, can submit the online application that is provided in the University website each academic year.
Applicants must be in good academic standing at the time they apply and successfully complete their current year's studies at Sheffield before going away (>60%).
International scholarships
We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.
Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.