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The University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1905

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1905

Type

Public

Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

QS World University Rankings 2027

=82 in the world

About the university

The University of Sheffield received its Royal Charter in 1905. It grew out of a medical school founded in 1828, Firth College and the Sheffield Technical School, and is now a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities.

Sheffield is well known for engineering, computer science and its Management School, whose MBA holds triple accreditation. It offers a wide range of one-year master's courses in data science, AI, robotics, business and finance.

For Indian students, the main draws are a top-100 QS ranking and an automatic £7,000 scholarship for master's students from India in September 2027. Most master's courses cost £34,550 to £37,630 a year, and Class 12 English at 75% (CBSE or CISCE) can replace an English test.

Sheffield is a large city in South Yorkshire. University rooms cost about £151 to £240 a week in 2026/27, including bills.

Founded
Royal Charter in 1905; roots in the Sheffield Medical School (1828), Firth College (1879) and Sheffield Technical School (1884)
Type
Public research university and a member of the Russell Group
Total students
About 29,100 (29,070 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
39% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Student–staff ratio
14.7 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Intakes
September for master's and bachelor's courses on this page

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    =82 in the world

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    =104 in the world

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    =13th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
Data Science MSc1 year (full time)£36,055≈ ₹44 lakh
Advanced Computer Science MSc1 year (full time)£34,550≈ ₹42.2 lakh
Computer Science MSc1 year (full time)£34,550≈ ₹42.2 lakh
Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£36,055≈ ₹44 lakh
Business Analytics MSc1 year (full time)£36,055≈ ₹44 lakh
Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence MSc1 year (full time)£36,055≈ ₹44 lakh
Management MSc1 year (full time)£34,550≈ ₹42.2 lakh
Finance MSc1 year (full time)£34,550≈ ₹42.2 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Master's (full time)

    International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 (selected regions)

    Value: £7,000 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Automatic for September 2027 master's offer holders who have lived in India (or another listed country) for the last three years. Accept your offer by 4pm UK time on 6 July 2027. Cannot be combined with external sponsorship.

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  • Bachelor's (full time)

    International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027

    Value: £2,500 a year (up to £10,000 for four-year courses)

    Eligibility: Automatic for September 2027 entrants who make Sheffield their firm or insurance choice by 4pm UK time on 2 June 2027. Renewed each year with a 60% average. Excludes Medicine and Dentistry.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Postgraduate taught

    Alumni discount

    Value: Up to £2,500 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Graduates of the University of Sheffield.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Indian Standard XII: a minimum aggregate of 75%, with 75–80% in four key subjects, is typically considered for direct entry. Some departments ask for more.
  • Typical A-level offers range from AAB to AAA (for example AAA or AAB for BSc Computer Science).
  • Students who fall short can take an International Foundation Year at the University of Sheffield International College.
  • Apply through UCAS.

Postgraduate

  • A three or four-year bachelor's degree from a recognised university. Sheffield's guide for India: 65% for a UK first, 60% for a 2:1 and 55% for a 2:2.
  • Most master's courses ask for a 2:1; some consider a 2:2. Data Science MSc accepts a 2:1 in any subject.
  • The MBA also needs at least three years of relevant work experience after graduation.
  • Pre-master's programmes are available at the University of Sheffield International College.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Degree certificate and transcripts, with a grading key to convert your CGPA to a percentage
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • English test score, or Class 12 English marks where accepted
  • Personal statement
  • CV and references where the course asks for them

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component for the master's and bachelor's courses on this page.
PTE Academic61 overall with 56 in each component for IELTS 6.5 (6.0) courses. PTE Academic Online is not accepted.
TOEFL iBT88 overall (Listening 19, Reading 20, Speaking 22, Writing 19) for tests up to January 2026, or 4.5 overall on the new scale for later tests.
Class 12 English75% or above in Class 12 English (CBSE or CISCE) is accepted; 80% for selected state boards such as Maharashtra, West Bengal, Delhi and Karnataka.

Accommodation and living costs

University rent includes utility bills, contents insurance and internet. All contracts are self-catered except Stephenson, and run for 42 or 51 weeks; most 51-week contracts are kept for postgraduates. Prices below are 2026/27 rents.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Shared bathroom flat (Crescent or Endcliffe Vale Flats)£6,359 for 42 weeks£151per week≈ ₹18,422
En suite, Ranmoor and Endcliffe apartments£8,220 for 42 weeks£196per week≈ ₹23,912
Postgraduate en suite, city (St Vincent's Place)£9,178 for 51 weeks£180per week≈ ₹21,960
Postgraduate en suite plus or deluxe plus, city (Allen Court)£9,910 to £10,656 for 51 weeks£194–209per week≈ ₹23,668 – ₹25,498
Studio (Kinder, Windgather, Wimberry or Laddow)42 or 51 weeks£228–240per week≈ ₹27,816 – ₹29,280

Campus and location

The main campus is on Western Bank in Sheffield, with university housing in the Endcliffe and Ranmoor student villages and in the city centre.

  • Firth Court on Western Bank was opened in 1905 by King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra.
  • Self-catered student villages at Endcliffe and Ranmoor, plus city-centre halls such as Allen Court and St Vincent's Place.
  • The Management School's MBA is triple accredited.
  • The University of Sheffield International College on site runs foundation and pre-master's routes.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Sheffield's engineering and management schools have strong employer links, and many master's courses include industry projects. For post-study work rules, see our UK country guide.

Graduate outcomes
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Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much does a master's at Sheffield cost?

For September 2027, the master's courses on this page cost £32,155 to £37,630 a year. Data Science, AI and Business Analytics are £36,055; Computer Science and most engineering courses are £34,550.

Is there a scholarship for Indian students?

Yes. The International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 gives £7,000 off tuition automatically to master's offer holders from India who accept their offer by 6 July 2027.

Can I use my Class 12 English marks instead of IELTS?

Yes. Sheffield accepts 75% or above in Class 12 English from CBSE or CISCE, or 80% from selected state boards.

What percentage do I need for a master's?

Sheffield's guide for Indian degrees is 60% for a UK 2:1 and 55% for a 2:2. Most courses ask for a 2:1, and the exact mark depends on your university.

Does Sheffield have a January intake?

The master's and bachelor's courses on this page start in September 2027 only.

Sources

  1. Sheffield: Data Science MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  2. Sheffield: Computer Science BSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sheffield: entry requirements for students from India (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sheffield: postgraduate English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sheffield: International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sheffield: International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sheffield: accommodation rents 2026/27 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sheffield: history of the university (opens in a new tab)
  9. THE World University Rankings 2027: University of Sheffield (opens in a new tab)
  10. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.sheffield.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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