International Undergraduate Students
The Department of Geography's reputation for both international research and quality teaching attracts students and staff from all over the world. The 2012 QS World University Rankings places Environmental Science at Sheffield 48th worldwide and 7th in the UK.
As an international student, we recognise you may have particular issues relating to living and studying in a different country. The University's International Office can advise on scholarships and bursaries, and organises a programme of overseas visits and exhibitions every year.
If you are considering studying at Sheffield, read more about our International community
Entry requirements for our undergraduate courses
Generally, we require three subjects at GCE/VCE A Level or equivalent, usually including Geography. However, there are also country-specific details on entry requirements, and these are listed on our website at:
www.sheffield.ac.uk/international/countries
English language minimum requirements
All students wishing to study at the University of Sheffield must show that their English language is at a level which allows them to successfully complete their chosen course of study.
Typical minimum requirements are IELTS (International English Language Testing Service): an average of 7.0 or above with at least 6.5 in each component.
Further details at:
www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/policies/englang
Further information
The University Prospective International Students pages should provide you with most of the information you need, but if you do have any specific enquiries about studying Geography as an undergraduate at Sheffield, please contact:
Dr Helen Moggridge, Undergraduate Admissions Tutor
Email: geog-ug-applications@sheffield.ac.uk
Case study
Kymbat Ospanova - BSc Environmental Science
"I always was interested in conserving biology and nature so Environmental Science seemed the perfect option. It is also quite broad and therefore great for a wide range of career options.
Sheffield is very friendly and amongst the greenest and safest cities in the UK. It is not too big to be overpowering yet large enough to have loads going on so there is a balance of everything. The city has a range of places to go such as parks, gardens and restaurants with different cuisines
I think the course structure is very good because it has core modules from two departments and also four pathways that you can choose on level two. There is a big range of modules that can be selected so you can choose a module that you are very interested in. The course is very interesting and broad, and the modules are enjoyable.
I want to raise public awareness about current and future environmental issues and to educate people to be more environmentally friendly from childhood onwards. The knowledge and experience that my course and university have invested in me will be key in the future."