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School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities

We combine internationally acknowledged research excellence with modern, imaginative teaching that enables our students to think for themselves and excel in the study of history, philosophy, archaeology and digital humanities.

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Find out about our world-leading research in History, Philosophy, Archaeology and the Digital Humanities.

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Anthony Milton

Professor Anthony Milton appointed as the University of Oxford Ford Lecturer 2027

We are delighted to share the news that Professor Anthony Milton, FBA of the School of History, Philosophy and Digital Humanities, has been appointed to the prestigious role of Ford Lecturer for the University of Oxford.
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University of Sheffield ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of Sheffield has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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Sheffield ranked top of Russell Group for third year in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield remains top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (9 July 2025).
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5 ½ Moments when Alcohol Shaped the World

A historical podcast series about the impact of alcohol on human societies and relationships. Written and presented by Prof Phil Withington and Dr Nick Groat. Produced by Julia Letts and funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
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Digital Humanities Institute travel to the University of Saarland in Saarbrücken for the second MSCA doctoral network training camp

Find out more about the second CASCADE training camp, where groups of researchers exchange ideas and perspectives about interdisciplinary methods that could be used to analyse how language expresses meaning in various, changing contexts over time.
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R. I. (Bob) Moore (1941-2025)

We are very sad to share the news that Bob Moore, who was a Professor of History at Sheffield University, has passed away.

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We combine internationally acknowledged research excellence with modern, imaginative teaching that enables our students to think for themselves and excel in the study of history, philosophy, archaeology and digital humanities.

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