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Department of Mechanical Engineering

Our innovative teaching and cutting-edge research make us one of the leading mechanical engineering departments in the country.

Why Mechanical Engineering?

Some of our staff and PhD students tell us more about Mechanical Engineering at Sheffield.

Mechanical Engineering at Sheffield continues to rank highly as our commitment to deliver the highest quality education, as well as a desire to develop a vibrant academic community, where curiosity, creativity, and collaboration are celebrated, is recognised.

1st in the Russell Group for Student Voice, Assessment and Feedback, and Learning Resources in the National Student Survey 2023

4th in the Guardian University Guide 2024

5th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024

8th in the REF 2021 in terms of the quality of our research

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Engineering Heartspace
Sir Frederick Mappin Building
Mappin Street
Sheffield S1 3JD

Tel: +44 114 222 7700

Email: me-enquiries@sheffield.ac.uk

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