A world top-100 university

We are proud to be recognised as one of the top 100 universities in the world.

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Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities

Based on rigorous assessments of academic excellence and global impact, our rankings performance reflects the strength of our research and teaching, and the esteem in which we are held by academics and employers worldwide.

92nd in the QS World º£½ÇÉçÇø Rankings

98th in the THE World º£½ÇÉçÇø Rankings


A truly global º£½ÇÉçÇø

Our campus is a vibrant, inclusive and truly global environment.

More than 28,000 students from over 150 countries choose to study here. More than 1,500 members of our staff are international.

Score of 98 for ‘International Student Diversity’ 

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World-leading research

Our place among the world’s top 100 universities reflects the transformative power of our research. We collaborate with major multinational businesses, international organisations, global charities, and governments to tackle the world’s most urgent challenges.

Score of 96.9 for 'International Research Network'

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Global careers

Employers across the world recognise Sheffield graduates for their skills, adaptability, and global outlook - a key driver behind our international reputation and top‑100 ranking.

Our vision

We are the º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield. And this is our vision.

A global reputation

Sheffield is a world top-100 research university with a global reputation for excellence. We're a member of the Russell Group: one of the 24 leading UK universities for research and teaching.