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Sheffield named one of the best cities in Europe for 2023

Time Out magazine has named Sheffield as one of the best cities to visit in Europe. The city’s green credentials, rich culture and great food scene are what earned it its place as a top spot for a city break, and a great place to live and study too.

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A guide to The Sheffield College for International Students

If you’re an international student considering studying at The Sheffield College, you might be wondering whether it would be a good choice for you. We’ve compiled this short article to give you an idea of what to expect.

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Why study at the University of Sheffield?

There are lots of reasons to study at the University of Sheffield – from great nightlife to world-class teaching. In this article, we’ve rounded up a few of them to help you make your mind up.

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Why study at Sheffield Hallam University?

We’ve pulled together this brief article to give you an introduction to Sheffield Hallam University. There are some handy links included, so be sure to check those out for more information.

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Living in a student house when it gets colder

If you’re a student, you’re probably used to finding ways to save a few pennies here and there. But what about when it comes to your home? One of the biggest challenges we’re all facing right now is keeping our energy bills down, especially over the winter. So, we’ve pulled together this handy guide to help you save money while staying comfortable and keeping your student house in tip-top condition.

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Our Quick LGBTQ+ Student Guide to Sheffield

If you’re looking for student spaces that are LGBTQ+ friendly, the great news is, although everywhere has its ups and downs, on the whole Sheffield is a very inclusive city.

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Fresher Students Guide to Sheffield

Whether you’re new to the area or new to student life, we’ve got a concise and comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to succeed and thrive as a student in Sheffield.

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Clearing at Sheffield’s Universities

If you don’t get into your first-choice university then don’t worry: you’ll need to keep a calm and clear head when you call the Clearing line. Clearing concerns are very common, but this blog post will help to address all of those concerns.

Studio Flats & 1 Bed Student Flats

In this series, we look at different types of popular student accommodation in Sheffield. This article is all about Studio Flats and the pros and cons.