Sheffield Methods Institute Undergraduate Pre-Arrival Information

Welcome to the Sheffield Methods Institute (SMI) Undergraduate Pre-Arrival Hub, we're really looking to you joining the SMI and your new course. To help with your transition to Sheffield, the Hub is your 'one-stop shop' for lots of useful information before you join us in September.

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What Happens Next? Course Specific Information for New SMI Students

Here's your handy guide with a range of useful course specific information - including induction sessions, module choice guides and reading lists.

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How to register as a new student and more

From how to register as a new student to finding out more about welcome week, your new city, pre-arrival checklists for UK/international students and how to access help and support - our Welcome hub is your one stop shop for new students starting in September.

Visit the Welcome Hub

Meet Your Sheffield Methods Institute Academic & Support Teams

Meet Dr Christine Huebner & Dr Mark Taylor - Your Politics, Philosophy & Economics Personal Tutors

Dr Christine Huebner & Dr Mark Taylor welcome new PPE students to the SMI.

Christine and Mark will be your Level One Politics, Philosophy & Economics Personal Tutor - This means they are here for academic guidance, pastoral support or just a friendly chat when you need one.

Watch Christine & Mark's Welcome Video to find out more!

Meet Dr Elisabeth Garrett - Your Applied Social Sciences Personal Tutor & Lecturer in Social Research Methods

Dr Elisabeth Garrett welcomes new Applied Social Science students to the SMI.

As your Applied Social Sciences Level One Personal Tutor, Beth will be here for academic advice, pastoral support or just a friendly chat.

Watch Beth's Welcome video to find out more!

Meet Kerry Swain, SMI Learning & Teaching Manager

Kerry Swain, SMI Learning & Teaching Manager welcomes new students to the SMI.

Kerry leads our Professional Services Team, who are here to support you through your learning experience and will be your first point of contact for help with everything from module choices to deadline extensions - Watch the video to find more!

Say 'Hello' to The Wave and Your New SMI Community

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Take a Virtual Tour of The Wave

The Sheffield Methods Institute (SMI) is based in The Wave, which is home to many of the schools from the Faculty Social Sciences including Education, Journalism and the Information School.

Our main SMI Student Reception is located on Floor D of The Wave - Take a Virtual Tour from the main entrance, to help find your way to your new department and get to know your new building.

Take the Virtual Tour