Sheffield Hallam University

There are more than 30,000 students currently at Sheffield Hallam, with more than 6,000 of those studying at postgraduate level.

Sheffield Hallam University focuses heavily on industry experience and applied learning. You will study in the heart of Sheffield City centre, on one of the many postgraduate taught and research courses. They are shaped to help prepare you for creative problem-solving and dealing with complexity in the real world.

Founded over 175 years ago, Sheffield Hallam University has the following colleges:

• Business, Technology and Engineering
• Health Wellbeing and Life Sciences
• Social Sciences and Arts

There are also 30 research centres across a wide variety of different subjects.

When studying a postgraduate degree at Sheffield Hallam, you’ll be working at the cutting edge using the latest techniques, ideas, practices and insights to address contemporary issues in your discipline, your professional practice and the workplace.

A postgraduate degree at Sheffield Hallam could help you earn over £5,249 more a year, and 97% of their postgraduate students are in work or further study six months after graduating (Destination of Leavers in Higher Education Survey for academic year 2016/17).

Sheffield Hallam works with thousands of businesses - both local and international - to help you make real contacts in your industry and provide you with the experience you need to succeed.

Whatever you study, you’ll have the opportunity to take on a work placement, internship, or work on live projects with businesses in your field. You’ll already have a strong portfolio before you even graduate.

If you study an accredited course, you know that the skills you’re learning are approved for working in the industry, and you might be exempt from professional exams to help you qualify quicker.

A dedicated careers service is available at Sheffield Hallam to help you take further steps towards the career you want, or help you develop in the one you’re already in. The Careers and Employability Centre can help you get work experience, part-time jobs, find you a mentor, help with career planning, provide guidance on becoming self-employed and more.

Once you have graduated, you’ll continue to receive high levels of support, including access to vacancies via the University’s Jobs and Events database. You will also be able to get help with vital skills such as CV writing, searching for jobs and developing your networks. You can access all of these via Skype if you move away from Sheffield once your course is completed.

There are over 300 postgraduate courses available at Sheffield Hallam and a range of qualifications including postgraduate certificates, master’s degrees and research degrees.

Teaching methods vary depending on your course, but can include classroom learning, tutorials, workshops, peer assessment, role play and practical sessions. Courses at Sheffield Hallam are applied in nature, giving students the opportunity to gain real-world experience as part of their course. This could include placements, work experience or live consultancy projects with businesses. You can find specific information about how each course is taught on the Sheffield Hallam website.

The university lecturers are experts in their field, many still holding positions or undertaking research in industry. That means you get the most up-to-date knowledge and teaching. In fact, many hold an Inspirational Teachers Award - voted for by students - for their approach to teaching and the support they provide to help their students achieve.

Run by students, the Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union is led by five full-time Student Officers who are democratically elected each year.

The Students' Union is the voice of all students across the university and it’s there to help you make things happen. You can volunteer and join a society through the Union, plus it’s a great venue for food, drinks and nightlife.

The Union is completely different entity from the university, so you can get independent advice and support there too.

All students are automatically members of the Students’ Union, and you can find the Union at the City Campus in the “HUBS” building.

As a postgraduate student, you can live in one of Sheffield Hallam’s halls of residence. Where possible, you will be placed in flats with other postgraduate or mature students. The cost of living in Sheffield is low compared to other UK cities, and Hallam has some of the best value student accommodation in the country.

All university accommodation is in walking distance to both campuses. You will be guaranteed accommodation and offered one of your choices if your application is received before August.

All halls are furnished with a bed, wardrobe, desk or workstation and a chair.

There’s also the option to live in private sector accommodation, particularly if you want to live with your partner or family. Whatever your needs, Sheffield Hallam offers a free service to help you find the right accommodation for you.

Over £100 million has been invested in new facilities over the last five years. This means you’ll have new, innovative and flexible spaces to study and relax in, to make your student experience even better.

With new facilities, you can learn on the same equipment you will use in the workplace, whether that’s in the mock law court, hospital theatre, design studios or engineering labs.

The Hertha Ayrton Centre is an £11 million facility for STEM students with cutting edge robotics, automotive and electrical laboratories.

A new sport and exercise medicine research facility has also been redeveloped with a brand-new teaching and education teaching centre and a Grade II listed post office, as the new £9m home for the arts. In addition to launching an Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the population through innovations that help people move.

There is also food and drink outlets, a nursery for childcare, a print shop, a comprehensive range of sports and fitness facilities, plus libraries which include study spaces and resources which are available 24-hours a day.

Sheffield is a great place to be a student, especially given as it’s ranked as one the most affordable cities in the UK to live. With a large student population of over 60,000, you’ll never be short of student-based activities or friends to join you. You’re also surrounded by beautiful Yorkshire countryside, while the city itself has plenty going on to keep you occupied. Most bus journeys are only £1 with a student card, but you can pretty much walk everywhere in the city.

The city is known for its independent culture in particular, which includes cafes, restaurants, shops and businesses. But it’s also home to one of Europe’s largest shopping malls, Meadowhall, for all your big brand and designer needs too. Sheffield even has five cinemas, from small, quirky independents to premium cinema experiences. The City also have all your well-known high-street brands such as Top Shop, H&M, Primark and Next.

Collegiate Campus is located in the Ecclesall Road student area, just a 25-minute walk or 10-minute bus journey from the train station and City Campus. You’re surrounded by shops, cafes, restaurants and parks, a student gym and 24-hour library.

The nightlife in Sheffield is lively. The city centre has plenty of bars, pubs and clubs for all tastes. There are plenty of Wetherspoon's around and The Original Bierkeller, Sheffield's Bavarian beerhall, is a favourite too, offering a wide variety of German beers and food. For a big night out, try The Leadmill for a mix of genres or Corporation, the city's biggest rock, metal, punk and emo club.

Hallam is based in the heart of the city centre, just a few minutes from the train station, where you can easily travel to the rest of the country too.

One of the best parts of university life is the extracurricular activities like joining a society or sports club. It’s a great way to make new friends and try something new.

There are more than 120 student societies at Sheffield Hallam. From debating and tea drinking to breakdancing and Harry Potter, there’s something for everyone.

Clubs are split into different categories;

• Culture & faith
• Active & performance
• Political & campaigning
• Media & creative
• Academic & vocational
• Interests & hobbies

You can join over 30 social sport sessions a week and over 80 fitness classes in everything from aerobics to yoga. With more than 30 sports clubs, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to compete for your university, too. You can compete in everything from snowboarding and netball to wheelchair basketball.

If you can’t find a society that you like, then you can start your own. You just need to find 10 students to join you, and fill in an application form to be reviewed by the societies committee.

You will be supported throughout your studies, whatever your circumstances. Whether you need financial advice, or disability help, the university’s student support service will be there for you every step of the way. In your first few weeks you’ll meet three dedicated advisers. One helps with your studies, one provides any personal support or advice you need, and one helps you start your career. They’ll be with you every step of the way, so they’ll get to know your needs and interests – giving you a dedicated personal support service from the moment you start right through to graduation and beyond.

A careers and employability service can help you further your career, while help with fees and funding issues is also available - you can also speak to somebody about money problems, learning how to budget and manage your finances.

There’s an independent medical centre in each campus, where you can access medical help. You’ll also have access to comprehensive disabled student support, including specialists in dyslexia, dyspraxia, mental health, deafness and support from the Autism Centre.

If you require childcare during your studies, there’s care available for children aged six months to five years in the on-campus nursery. Support for student carers and care leavers is also available, as well as students estranged from their families.

You’ll also have access to prayer rooms and multifaith meeting spaces at both campuses and international support including orientation sessions, social events and weekly English language tuition.

For more details on all of the student support at Hallam, you can find more in-depth information on their website.

Your tuition fees depend on your course and where you’re from. You can find out more on Hallam’s online prospectus.

UK/EU course fees start from £7,420, with international fees starting from £13,905.

The government now offer postgraduate loans of up to £11,222 towards your course fees and living costs. You don’t pay anything back until you’re earning over £21,000 a year and repayments are based on your income, not the amount you borrow.

Sheffield Hallam offer a range of scholarships for both UK, EU and international students. If you’ve studied with them before, you can also receive an alumni scholarship. International and EU scholarships may help cover part of your fees for full-time taught postgraduate courses and are awarded to students who can show strong academic achievements and act as an ambassador for the university during and after their studies.

Sheffield Hallam offers over 300 undergraduate degrees across a broad range of subject areas and many courses are accredited by professional associations.

The university is one of the largest health and social care educators in the UK. In the past five years, they’ve trained over 6,500 health and social care professionals.

Working with some of the biggest sports organisations in the country, they provide high quality sports and PE education to over 1,500 students. Plus, their research is ranked internationally excellent or world-leading, putting them in the top 5 modern universities.

The university is also one of the largest providers of teacher training in the UK with over 600 partner schools, colleges and educational establishments.

Sheffield Hallam University has also been awarded the University of the Year for Teaching Quality in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020 edition. They have also achieved a silver award from the government’s Teaching Excellence Framework and five stars in the QS Star rating, with top marks in the categories of teaching, employability, facilities, innovation and inclusiveness.

You can study most masters courses at Hallam with an undergraduate degree graded at 2:2 or higher. And for many courses you don’t need to have studied the same subject before which means you’re open to expanding your horizons.

The university also recognise your prior learning gained through your professional experience and study. This recognition is turned into credit points which reduce the amount of time it takes to finish your qualification.

Sheffield Hallam University is highly ranked for research. In fact 65% of their research is ranked internationally excellent or world-leading for impact (Research Excellence Framework 2014.)

Research at the university addresses real-world challenges that impact upon people’s lives. You can be a part of that research and take part in projects like using 3D printers to help babies breathe or helping women and girls to find justice in India.

There are research opportunities across all 3 colleges in 15 research institutes/centres, so you can find the appropriate place for your idea.

There’s a variety of postgraduate certificates, masters degrees (MBA, MA and MSc) available to study at Sheffield Hallam.

A taught postgraduate course at Sheffield Hallam will provide you with hands-on learning with new technologies and techniques, and opportunities to learn in the real world. You can study around your commitments and receive a valuable qualification.

There are 20 courses at Sheffield Hallam for postgraduate students who want to complete their studies via distance learning. These are spread across a number of different subject areas, with many designed to fit around your existing career and commitments.

You will receive all the resources of a taught course but the flexibility of studying in your own time. You’ll have an academic tutor to support you through the course but don’t have to attend the university at any point.

Plus you’ll join an online community of students and tutors where you can share knowledge, ideas and best practice.

The induction pack included with a distance learning course will help to get your computer, laptop or tablet ready to access the study resources you need. You’ll also get full technical support throughout your studies.