More than 90% of research is world-leading or internationally excellent

Research Excellence Framework 2014

Understanding ourselves, our world and its place in the universe. Outstanding teaching and research across the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and psychology.

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Faculty of Science Fee Scholarships

We are currently offering a number of scholarships to support excellent home, EU or overseas students wishing to study for a PhD in life sciences, chemistry, physics, mathematics or psychology.

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HiPERCAM image of NGC 4800

Revolutionary high-speed camera captures movies of space on world's largest telescope

A new camera which can take more than 1,000 images per second has gone live on the world’s largest optical telescope.

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David Attenborough and Tim Birkhead

Sheffield scientist appears in David Attenborough’s new BBC documentary

A zoology professor and inspirational teacher from the University of Sheffield will appeared in a new nature documentary with Sir David Attenborough.

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Excellence in research-led learning is one of our core values. We provide a stimulating and inspiring learning environment for students.

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World-class research

Our departments are amongst the best in the UK, conducting world-leading research. We attract an annual research income exceeding £27m.

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Partnerships

We work with multinationals, SMEs, professional bodies, the third sector and government agencies to drive innovation. Our dedicated Knowledge Exchange Team is here to help you find solutions.

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Researcher development

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Equality and diversity

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Using revolutionary microscopy technologies to understand disease
Using revolutionary microscopy technologies to understand disease
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Learn about the psychology of Tetris from Dr Tom Stafford
Learn about the psychology of Tetris from Dr Tom Stafford
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Cleaning up the air with catalytic poetry
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Sheffield-born space mission to measure the world's forests
Sheffield-born space mission to measure the world's forests
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Zebrafish Fighting disease with zebrafish and fruit flies
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Improving animal welfare with the government in Burma
Improving animal welfare with the government in Burma
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Finding radical new ways to tackle drug resistance
Finding radical new ways to tackle drug resistance
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