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Walking around you can sense that Sheffield is designed for you to learn, study and live

Tianzi Liu, China Undergraduate student, BA Journalism Studies

Tianzi Liu is an undergraduate student from China who graduate from BA Journalism Studies in 2021.

You won’t know how wonderful your life can be until you become a Sheffield student.

Yao Wang, China Postgraduate taught student , MA Digital Media and Society

Yao Wang is a postgraduate taught student from China who graduated MA Digital Media and Society course in 2020

Sheffield is a very good University with a prestigious global reputation and great facilities.

Cen Feng, China Undergraduate student, BA Accounting, Financial Management and Economics

Cen Feng is a Chinese student who graduated from BA Accounting, Financial Management and Economics in 2020.

Studying at the University of Sheffield has encouraged me to work in a different, more productive way.

Chenjuan (Juliet) Xiao, China Postgraduate taught student , MA Globalising Education: Policy and Practice

Chenjuan (Juliet) Xiao is a Chinese graduate of MA Globalising Education: Policy and Practice course at Sheffield.

Jane Jiang an aluni from China is presenting

I am originally from China, but after spending six years in Sheffield, it now has become my second home.

Jane Jiang, China Postdoctoral Researcher of the Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research, Germany, PhD Infection, Immunity and Cardiovascular Disease

Jane completed her MSc in Molecular Medicine in 2013. She then decided to stay in Sheffield to complete a PhD, which she received in 2018.

My favourite thing about Sheffield is its beautiful landscape.

Rong Hu, China Alumnus, Design Architect, Plus 8

Rong Hu graduated from MA Architectural Design in 2015 and currently works as a Design Architect in Plus 8.

The reputation and ranking of the university made my decision to come to Sheffield

Xiansheng Cui, China Alumus, Senior Account Manager, Huawei

Xiansheng Cui graduated from MSc Process Safety and Loss Prevention in 2014 and currently works as a Senior Account Manager at Huawei

As an outdoor lover, Sheffield is a perfect place to live and study

Na (Lina) Li, China Alumnus, Project Manager & Business Analyst, Apple.

Na (Lina) Li graduated from MSc Data Science in 2019 and currently works as a Project Manager & Business Analyst at Apple.

Hong Kong (SAR)

University accommodation really is the place to make life-long friends.

Wai Ho (Matthew) Lam, Hong Kong (SAR) Undergraduate student, MPlan Urban Studies and Planning

Matthew studied MPlan Urban Studies and Planning at Sheffield and graduated in 2022.

Staff of the University of Sheffield, no matter teaching or administrative, are very caring and helpful

Ka Lei Lai MSc Urban and Regional Planning, Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

I enjoy the learning atmosphere here, especially during seminar or workshop. Classmates are encouraged to express their views, despite controversial or radical.

Studying at Sheffield I have not only nurtured my curiosity about the social world, but also learnt to value knowledge.

Ka Chun (Franco) Ho, Hong Kong (SAR) PhD student, Department of Politics and International Relations

Franco is studying a PhD in Politics and International Relations. He is a Sheffield alumni of both the BA International Relations and Politics and MA Governance and Public Policy.

Wai Kit Mak (3rd from left) — Student Wait Kit Mak (3rd from left)

The University of Sheffield welcomes students with different academic and industry backgrounds

Wai Kit Mak MSc Urban and Regional Planning, Winner of Sir Sze-yuen Chung Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

"The programme is for the development of skills, knowledge and personal attributes that enhance my career."

After being a student in Sheffield for two years I am confident to say that my experience has exceeded my expectations.

Suki Cheung, Hong Kong (SAR) BA Digital Media and Society, Undergraduate student

Suki studied BA in Digital Media and Society and gradated in 2021.

Sheffield has nurtured me to be a logical thinker and equipped me with knowledge that has helped me in my career.

Susanna Chiu, Hong Kong (SAR) Alumnus, Executive Director, Bonjour Holdings Limited

Susanna graduated from the University in 1982 after completing a Bachelor's Degree in Economics.

No matter which course you choose, Sheffield caters for everyone and gives the best university experience.

Bryan Yuen, Hong Kong (SAR) Undergraduate student, BA Business Management

Bryan Yuen is an undergraduate student on the BA Business Management course at Sheffield.

Being part of a sports team added vibrant colours to my university life.

Jamie Lau, Hong Kong (SAR) BA Architecture , Alumni

Jamie is alumni of the BA Architecture Studies course.

Taiwan

Stephen Lin in the Diamond — Stephen Lin

A diverse and inclusive environment that makes me feel at home

Stephen Lin, Taiwan Business Management, Winner of a NCUK Merit scholarship

Stephen Lin was awarded the NCUK Merit scholarship in 2022 and studied at the Taipei Municipal Zhong Zheng Senior High School in Taiwan.

Sheffield offered a good reputation and location with many outstanding lecturers!

Pin-Yu Yu, Taiwan Alumnus, Sports agent, CBA

Pin-Yu Yu graduated from the University in 2013 after studying an MA in Global Journalism.

For people who want to have a high-quality student life, I believe the University of Sheffield would definitely be a good choice

An-Erh Hsieh MSc Health Economics and Decision Modelling , Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

For international students, the University of Sheffield offers lots of resources to help you to adapt to this new environment, such as language classes which really help me a lot in terms of English speaking and listening.

I guarantee that studying in Sheffield is an amazing experience that you won’t regret

Chao-Wei Lu MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Winner of a Postgraduate Merit Scholarship

"Life in Sheffield is so joyful and fruitful, I’m fully adapting to the life in Sheffield and looking forward to the upcoming journey here"

Sheffield is a great place for living and studying without a doubt, and this city will become a part of you.

Bor-Yeu Shan, Taiwan Alumus, Senior Specialist, Cathay Life Insurance

Bor-Yeu Shan graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2018 after completing the MSc Human Resource Management with CIPD Pathway

a group of students looking at a laptop in the Diamond.

The people in Sheffield are really friendly and the facilities are world-class.

Chun-Cheng (Jeff) Tsao, Taiwan Postgraduate student, MA Digital Media and Society

Jeff is a 2018 graduate of MA Digital Media and Society.

Japan and South Korea

Obtaining my degree at the University of Sheffield is my greatest achievement.

Mina Lee, South Korea Alumnus, Project Officer, Korean National Tuberculosis Association

Mina Lee graduated from MPH International Development in 2020 and currently works as a Project Officer at the Korean National Tuberculosis Association.

I chose the University of Sheffield because of its top-tier programmes.

Saya Uotani, Japan Undergraduate Student, BA Journalism Studies

Saya graduated in 2020 from BA Journalism Studies.

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