University of Sheffield
URN: 133872 • Sheffield S10 2TN
Overview
- Name
- University of Sheffield
- URN
- 133872
- Type
- Higher education institutions
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Koen Lamberts (since 2025) , President and Vice-Chancellor
- Telephone
- 01142222000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Western Bank, Sheffield S10 2TN
Summary
The University of Sheffield is a prestigious higher education institution located in Sheffield, UK, known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to student experience. Ranked 15th in the UK and 92nd globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026, the university is recognised for its exceptional teaching and impactful research across various disciplines. It is particularly noted for being the top university in the Russell Group for student satisfaction, as reported in the 2025 National Student Survey.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, fostering an environment that encourages in-depth knowledge and advanced skills. Students benefit from a supportive community and access to resources that enhance their academic journey. The university also engages actively with local businesses and communities, reinforcing its role in the region and contributing to societal development.
In addition to its academic strengths, the University of Sheffield is dedicated to research that addresses global challenges, with centres of excellence focusing on interdisciplinary approaches. This commitment to research not only enriches the learning environment but also prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, fostering an environment that encourages in-depth knowledge and advanced skills. Students benefit from a supportive community and access to resources that enhance their academic journey. The university also engages actively with local businesses and communities, reinforcing its role in the region and contributing to societal development.
In addition to its academic strengths, the University of Sheffield is dedicated to research that addresses global challenges, with centres of excellence focusing on interdisciplinary approaches. This commitment to research not only enriches the learning environment but also prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society.
Useful links
- Sheffield Live online events (calendar)
- Skip to main content (other)
- Courses (other)
- Inclusion at Sheffield (other)
- Student policies and protection plan (other)
- Undergraduate courses (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Becton School (73.4)
- The Rowan School (64.9)
- Landmarks (60.2)
- Freeman College (58.7)
- Sheffield Hallam University (58.7)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- -
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-02-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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