International students

We are pleased to welcome students from across the world to our Department. We are a lively and friendly department, proud of both our world leading teaching and research. We offer a wide range of undergraduate degrees; you are sure to find one that meets you specific interests. Our staff are committed to ensuring that you reach your potential, in which ever of our degrees you choose to study. The city of Sheffield offers a friendly and safe environment in which to study and live. The guaranteed university accommodation in your first year will place you in the student village with high quality accommodation, conveniently placed close to the University.

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Our degrees

Your degree will provide a deep understanding of both the fundamental aspects and topics at the forefront of your chosen subject. Most degrees can be taken as a three year BSc or a four year MPhys. The latter is particularly relevant if you plan to work in a related industry or continue to a PhD, but also if you wish to extend your knowledge of our fascinating subjects further. All our main degrees are accredited by the UK Institute of Physics.

You will be taught by all our academics, from up-and-coming lecturers through to internationally acclaimed professors. All staff are engaged in cutting edge research, working in fields which include Particle Physics, Astrophysics, Polymer and Biophysics, Semiconductor Nanotechnology and Medical Physics. Our experience and passion for research enhances your learning experience via optional modules, final year projects and visits to major research facilities including CERN and the Canary Islands Observatory.

Your physics community

Scholarships

Science International Scholarships

We are pleased to offer Science International Scholarships to all self-funded international undergraduate students commencing their studies in the Faculty of Science in September 2010. The scholarships are worth £2,000 per year each and take the form of fee reduction.

More details, eligibility and award criteria:

http://www.shef.ac.uk/international/enquiry/money/ugscience.html

Undergraduate entry requirements http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/physics/undergraduate-admissions/entry.html	International Students – English Language Requirements To be successful in your studies you need to demonstrate a minimum level of English language proficiency. The following states the Department’s requirements in the two main international English language tests. IELTS: average 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any one component. TOEFL (Internet based test only): 88 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. Details of other tests accepted by the University can be found here: http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/policies/englang Please note that the Department may require higher scores than the University minimum requirements. Please contact us for further details.
Entry requirements by country http://www.shef.ac.uk/international/countries Please contact us if you require more specific information on subject requirements. email : Physics.UCAS@Sheffield.ac.uk
Non standard entry requirements If you do not meet the minimum entry requirements needed for first year entry, you may be eligible for entry via the Sheffield International College.

Careers

A degree in Physics shows an employer that you have analytical and mathematical skills, are a logical thinker, a problem solver, and someone who can understand and communicate complex and often abstract ideas. It´s therefore no wonder that Physics graduates are in demand from a wide range of employers. A survey of our 2008 graduates showed that, 6 months after graduation, 83% of students who responded were in work or further study. Some of these students had gone on to study for a PhD or MSc. Others are working as physicists in industry, or have gone on to use their skills in other areas such as teaching, accountancy and IT. Recent employers of our graduates include Laser Quantum, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and CGGVeritas (geophysical surveys) and HSBC.

Links with industry The Department has very strong links with industry. Examples in recent years include: Hitachi and Toshiba research labs (electronic and electro-optical systems and components), CORUS (steel making), Aether Photonics (far infra-red lasers), Unilever and Dow Chemicals (polymers).

The International Office The International Office at the University is here to help you with all aspects of your application to Sheffield and has designated country teams to provide a comprehensive "one stop" service to international students. We offer advice for you and your parents on all aspects of study in Sheffield including courses, tuition fees, scholarships, applying to study with us, and information about living in Sheffield. We regularly travel overseas to meet and advise students interested in studying with us, and we hope you will be able to join us at one of the events. Link to International Office website: http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/international