Requirements
Bachelor's degree
A-levels, the International Baccalaureate or another equivalent qualification at the level the specific course states, and English language ability of IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component, unless the specific course sets a higher level.
Documents
UCAS application and personal statement, academic reference, transcripts and predicted or achieved grades, English language test certificate at the course's stated level, passport for identity and later for the Student visa.
How to apply
- Register with UCAS and choose Sheffield as one of up to five choices.
- Check the specific course's entry requirements and English language level.
- Submit the UCAS application by 18:00 UK time on 15 October 2026 for Medicine and Dentistry, or by 18:00 UK time on 13 January 2027 for every other course, for 2027 entry.
- Receive a decision through UCAS Track; accept a firm and, where eligible, an insurance choice.
- Meet the offer conditions, including final grades and the stated English language level.
- Apply for the Student visa once the place is confirmed unconditionally.
English test waiver
IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component is Sheffield's stated baseline for undergraduate entry; the university notes some academic departments require higher scores than this minimum, so the specific course page should be checked.