About Crook Public Service Fellowships
The Crook Public Service Fellowships at the University of Sheffield provide opportunities for future leaders in public and not-for-profit sectors to immerse themselves in a collaborative project on a pressing policy issue or challenge – taking short periods away from their day job.
The Crook Public Service Fellowships at the University of Sheffield provide opportunities for future leaders in public and not-for-profit sectors to immerse themselves in a collaborative project on a pressing policy issue or challenge – taking short periods away from their day job.
The University of Sheffield is committed to undertaking excellent and high impact research. At the heart of our mission is the desire to help people understand the world more and to contribute to making it a better place. The Crook Public Service Fellowship scheme is an essential part of helping us achieve this mission.
Each cohort of the Crook Public Service Fellowships focuses on a particular theme that aligns with the strategic priorities and academic strengths of the University. Our fellows work closely with academics in a partnership that offers mutual learning and combines the latest academic research with practical experience, in order to influence sector and wider society.
- Gain further knowledge and insight into your field of expertise
- Build professional networks through collaborating with leading academics
- Enhance your personal development
- Produce high quality work that is useful to the sector, by influencing wider policy debate
The fellowships enable participants to engage in new and innovative thinking, away from day-to-day workplace pressures.
Professor ADH Crook is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Sheffield. He served as Pro-Vice Chancellor for a decade until 2008 and was awarded a CBE in 2014 for his service to housing. Professor Crook has been Chair of Shelter and Sheffield Homes and has also held senior roles with Orbit Housing Group and the Coalfields Regeneration Trust. He serves on the RTPI Board and on the National Council of the Academy of Social Sciences.
The scheme has been established and named in recognition of Professor Crook’s commitment to public service and to reflect his support for the fellowships.
International scholarships
We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.
Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.