Alumni

Alumni from the School of Languages, Arts and Societies go on to make a real difference in a wide range of professions all around the globe. Below are just a few examples.

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SLC Student Hannah

Sheffield was one of the only universities in the UK that offered my course, Music and Spanish

Hannah BA Music and Modern Languages and Cultures

Hannah is a dual student studying Music and Modern Languages & Cultures

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I get to work with some amazing talent and do what I love all day every day

Kelly Harlock Japanese Studies BA(Hons) graduate

Now working producing audio entertainment for Virgin Atlantic and for Classic FM at the weekend, Kelly talks about how the good work ethic Sheffield fostered in her has equipped her with the tools to get herself to where she is today.

Alex Barton

I use the language skills gained from my studies at Sheffield daily

Alexander Barton Chinese Studies BA(Hons) graduate

After graduating, Alexander moved to Asia for his Masters degree; he now lives in Shanghai.

Florence McClelland

Leaving home and going far away for university pushed me out of my comfort zone, but it meant I was much better equipped to do what I wanted

Florence McClelland French and Russian BA

Florence works as a Marketing and Publishing Coordinator for Channel View Publications (an independent academic publisher).

SLC alumna Dan Li

The University of Sheffield has a lot to offer. Try to make the full use of the resources you have at the university and be proactive

Dan Li MA Translation Studies

Dan has had a successful career in translation and education after completing her MA at Sheffield.

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Lucy Revis: Session musician, music educator and Sheffield Made Musician

Lucy Revis BMus Music

Lucy shares how she has a portfolio of varied and rewarding roles within the music industry, and how the undergraduate course at the University of Sheffield prepared her for a successful career.

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The city has so much to offer, the music, the greenery, the friendliness will open up a new world of life for you

Zhen Qin Master of Music in Piano Performance

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Zhen to discuss what his experiences of studying and living in Sheffield have been.

Music student in Korean attire

My year abroad in Korea!

Mia Martinovic BA Music and Korean

Mia shares how her year abroad in Korea as part of her undergraduate degree helped her grow as an individual and musician.

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