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Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield, England

  • TEF Gold
  • #1001 QS World
  • #79 UK
#1001QS World Ranking
#79UK Ranking
GoldTEF Rating
78%Satisfaction
86.4%Employment
£28,500Avg. Salary

About Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University is a university located in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber. It is a member of the University Alliance group, focused on professional and technical education. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.

The university has approximately 30,765 students, including a growing international community (14%). The largest international cohorts come from India, Nigeria, and Pakistan.

Sheffield Hallam University currently lists 179 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 81 undergraduate and 98 postgraduate programmes. There are 7 scholarships available for international students.

Graduate outcomes are strong: 90% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £30,300 after five years.

Student satisfaction is good, with 82% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.

Sheffield is one of the UK's greenest cities, with excellent value for money and the Peak District on the doorstep.

Founded1843
Total Students30,765+
Campus TypeSuburban

What is Sheffield Hallam University's Ranking in 2026?

Sheffield Hallam University is ranked #1001 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #79 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.

Ranking SystemPosition
QS World University Rankings 2026#1001
Times Higher Education 2026#801
Guardian University Guide (UK)#63
The Complete University Guide (UK)#79

Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026

What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?

86.4% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

86.4%Employed
2.6%Further Study
8.4%Studying & Working
4.2%Unemployed

Salary Progression

Time After GraduationMedian SalaryUK AverageDifference
15 months£28,500£26,220+9%
3 years£27,000£24,840+9%
5 years£30,300£27,876+9%

Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Satisfied Are Students?

Has an 78% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

78%Overall
Teaching Quality82.8%
Learning Resources86.3%
Academic Support81.6%
Assessment78.3%
Organisation65.1%
Student Voice73.5%

Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Many International Students Study Here?

14.3% of students are international, representing 44+ countries. Total international students: 4,385.

4,385International Students
14.3%of Student Body
44+Countries
CountriesStudentsPercentage
India2,32553%
Nigeria68015.5%
Pakistan3057%
Kuwait1904.3%
Myanmar (Burma)1553.5%
China651.5%
Malaysia651.5%
Germany601.4%
Hong Kong451%
Thailand451%

Source: HESA official data.

Courses at Sheffield Hallam University

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Scholarships for International Students

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Quick Facts

TypeUniversity
Founded1843
Total Students30,765+
International Students14.3%

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