Student profiles

Some of our graduates share their experiences of what it's like to study politics, live and work in Sheffield and what they've gone on to do since graduating.

Jack Hunnaball

Jack Hunnaball BA Politics graduate

"The focus on 'practical politics' on the course is a real highlight; the department makes good use of its alumni and wider professional network to really give students a grounding of how policy making happens in practice."

Ifrah Ismail - graduate

Ifrah Ismail BA International Relations and Politics

"Being given the chance to study abroad was one of the best experiences to be offered when first arriving and remains a top experience that I recommend other students to pursue".

Joelle Cheong - graduate

Joelle Cheong BA Politics and Sociology

"The culture of both the university and city have been so great for an international student studying in the UK."

Hannah McLennan - Graduate Trainee, Civil Service Fast Stream

Hannah McLennan BA International Relations and Politics

"I sat front row at Trudeau’s press conference and met journalists from all over the world. The whole week just reminded me how grateful I am to the University of Sheffield for giving its students such brilliant opportunities you don’t find anywhere else."

Michael Berry - Parliamentary Clerk Trainee at the House of Lords

Michael Berry BA Politics with employment experience

"Undoubtedly, the knowledge developed through the Politics course as well as the opportunities to build extra-curricular experiences were vital to being offered this dream opportunity."

Work experience student stood outside westminster

Beth Miller

Beth Miller BA International Relations and Politics

"The academics in the Department are also some of the best in the country; it was great to know the people teaching were setting the agenda in their field."