🏅 QS World Rank #82
University of Sheffield — Full Profile & Ranking 2026
An engineering powerhouse partnered with Boeing — QS World Rankings 2027 #82
The University of Sheffield is a public research university in northern England and a member of the Russell Group. In the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026) it is 82nd in the world. This guide covers programmes, admission, 2026/27 fees, the International Undergraduate Scholarship, advice for applicants from Pakistan and common questions.
the University of Sheffield Overview
The University of Sheffield received its royal charter in 1905, joining earlier colleges in the city. It has a long history in metallurgy, engineering and medicine, reflecting Sheffield’s steel heritage.
With Boeing it co-founded the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in 2001. Industrial members have included Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems and Spirit AeroSystems. The AMRC is a major reason the university is associated with aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
the University of Sheffield Rankings — QS World University Rankings 2027
The University of Sheffield is 82nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in June 2026.
This is a QS-specific result, not one universal ranking. Times Higher Education, U.S. News and ARWU use different methods and can order universities differently.
Source: QS TopUniversities (QS World University Rankings 2027, 18 June 2026).
Key Strengths & Programs
The University of Sheffield is known for:
- Engineering and advanced manufacturing through the AMRC
- Materials science and metallurgy
- Medicine, dentistry and health sciences
- Chemistry and physical sciences
- Architecture, management and humanities
- Student-friendly city near the Peak District
This page does not quote subject ranks. Check the current QS subject tables for exact positions.
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Admission Requirements
International undergraduates usually apply through UCAS. Confirm all details on the official pages.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Application route | Undergraduates apply through UCAS. Postgraduates apply directly to the university |
| Entry grades | Set by course. Check the course page for your A Level, IB or equivalent requirements |
| English | IELTS, TOEFL or another accepted test. Our IELTS preparation guides can help |
| Medicine and Dentistry | Highly competitive. Check the course pages for admissions tests and steps |
| Visa | Student visa required for most international students |
the University of Sheffield Acceptance Rate
The University of Sheffield does not publish one acceptance rate for international applicants, so this page does not quote one.
Practical Application Checklist
- Choose your programme and read its entry and language requirements
- Check the application deadline for your intake
- Book an English (or other required) language test
- Prepare transcripts, identification and any required documents
- Apply and accept your offer
- Meet the visa or residence-permit conditions for your destination
- Plan funding for tuition and living costs
- Verify every date, fee and requirement on the University of Sheffield’s official website before submitting
Tuition & Costs
Sheffield lists these annual overseas undergraduate fees (excluding Medicine and Dentistry):
- 2026/27: £25,000 to £32,100, depending on the course
- 2027/28: £27,650 to £34,670
- Medicine 2026/27: £47,575 a year, and Dentistry: £50,925 a year
Sheffield says your first-year fee stays the same each year if you remain on the same course. Use its fee look-up tool for your exact course.
Source: Sheffield overseas undergraduate fees. Fees, dates and rules change each year.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- International Undergraduate Scholarship (September 2026 entry): a tuition fee reduction of £2,500 a year, up to a maximum of £10,000 on four-year programmes, for self-funded overseas-fee students who choose Sheffield as firm or insurance choice by the stated deadline. Renewal needs an average of 60% and at least 120 credits. Medicine and Dentistry are excluded. The page says the deadline for that round has passed, so check the page for the next round.
- Other funding: see our guide to fully funded scholarships for 2027.
Source: Sheffield International Undergraduate Scholarship. Terms change each year.
the University of Sheffield for Pakistani Students
Pakistani applicants follow the standard international process:
- Results: check the course entry page for A Levels, IB or equivalent
- English: prepare IELTS or TOEFL. Our IELTS preparation guides can help.
- Money: budget for the fees above and Sheffield living costs
- Visa: a UK student visa is required
Campus & Student Life
- The campus is close to Sheffield city centre
- Sheffield is a large student city with a lower cost of living than London
- The Peak District National Park is close by
- The AMRC sits at the Advanced Manufacturing Park near Rotherham, outside the main campus
Research & Career Opportunities
- The university is research-intensive with strong industry links in engineering and manufacturing
- The AMRC links students and researchers with aerospace and manufacturing companies
- Graduates also work in health, education, finance and technology
- The university does not guarantee employment, salary or visa outcomes
Notable Alumni
- Sir Harry Kroto, Nobel Prize in Chemistry 1996, studied at Sheffield and later taught at Sussex
- Hans Krebs did the work that earned the 1953 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine while at Sheffield
- Check Sheffield’s alumni pages for other notable alumni
Contact & Location
University of Sheffield
Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TN, United Kingdom
Official website: sheffield.ac.uk
Frequently Asked Questions
The University of Sheffield is ranked 82nd in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published in June 2026.
Yes, the University of Sheffield is a member of the Russell Group.
The Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre was co-founded by Boeing and the University of Sheffield in 2001, with industrial members including Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems and Spirit AeroSystems.
It is best known for engineering, advanced manufacturing, materials, medicine and chemistry.
Sheffield lists £25,000 to £32,100 a year for 2026/27, excluding Medicine and Dentistry, which are £47,575 and £50,925.
It is a £2,500 a year tuition reduction for eligible self-funded overseas students, with a four-year maximum of £10,000. The round for September 2026 entry had passed its deadline.
Yes. Pakistani applicants apply as international students through UCAS.
Yes. It co-founded the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre with Boeing in 2001, and industrial members have included Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems and Spirit AeroSystems.
Harry Kroto studied there, and Hans Krebs did Nobel-winning work at Sheffield.
Check the University of Sheffield’s official pages at sheffield.ac.uk. Fees, deadlines and rules can change.
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Disclaimer: This page is based on the QS World University Rankings 2027, the University of Sheffield’s official pages, and other publicly available sources, last checked in October 2026. Fees, rankings, deadlines, and admission rules change, and no admission, funding, visa, or employment outcome is guaranteed. Always verify current details directly with the university before applying.