Fees and finance
This page is a series of frequently asked questions about fees and finance for international applicants. The questions are divided by topics which you can see above.
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Tuition fees
| What are the tuition fees? | Tuition Fees |
| Can I pay all my fees in advance? | It is possible to pay your fees in advance subject to a number of conditions. Paying your fees |
| How can I pay my fees? | There are many different ways to pay your fees. Paying your fees |
| What is included in my tuition fees? | Your tuition fee includes teaching, research, computer facilities, libraries, Students Union, careers service, healthcare, support services, chaplaincy and much more. It does not include living costs in Sheffield or accommodation. |
Scholarships
| What scholarships am I eligible for? | To view the scholarships you are eligible for please visit the following website. Scholarships |
| How do I apply for scholarships? | All scholarship applications are made on-line. You first have to apply and be offered a study place at the University of Sheffield. You will then be sent information on how to apply for scholarships. Further information on scholarships |
| Can I apply for more than one scholarship? | Yes you can apply for more than one scholarship if you are eligible. |
| How do I apply for external funding? | Information on external funding |
Fee status
| What is my fee status? | Your fee status is largely dependent on where you have lived in the three years immediately before the start of studying at Sheffield and your immigration status. Information on fee status |
| I have a UK passport or are a British national but live overseas. Does that make a difference? | Not necessarily. Your fee status is largely dependent on where you have lived in the three years immediately before the start of studying at Sheffield and your immigration status. Information on fee status |
Living costs
| What are the living costs in Sheffield? | Living costs in Sheffield |
| Do I have to pay council tax? | Information on council tax |
Jobs
| Can I get a job? | It is possible to get a part time job while studying in Sheffield. The UK government allows international students to work for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during holidays. However, securing a job can be difficult and you should not rely on getting a job to fund yourself in Sheffield. Careers Service information on student jobs |
| How much will I earn if I got a job? | This will depend on the type of job that you have. From October 2011, the UK minimum wage is £4.98 per hour for people aged 18 - 20 and £6.08 for people who are 22 or older. Careers Service information on working during your studies |
| Do I have to pay tax? | As a general guideline, students do not have to pay income tax on their earnings provided they do not earn above £6,475 per calendar year. Careers Service information on working during your studies |