Change of status
Information that may affect your Tier 4 or Student visa, including how to change your course or withdraw from the University.
Changing your programme of study
If you're on a Tier 4 or Student visa and want to change your programme of study, follow these steps.
Taking a leave of absence (LOA)
What to do before and after taking a leave of absence (LOA), and how this will affect your Student or Tier 4 visa.
Change of study location for dissertation (postgraduate taught student)
If you're a postgraduate taught student on a Tier 4 or Student visa, and you wish to study your dissertation from overseas, follow these steps:
Withdrawing from the University
Students who wish to withdraw from the University of Sheffield need to follow these instructions before applying.
Study/time limit extensions
How to extend your study/time limits as a postgraduate student on a Student or Tier 4 visa.