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Sheffield Hallam University Student Accommodation

 Casita provides students with multiple Sheffield Hallam University student accommodation options as well as Sheffield student halls near Sheffield Hallam University and all over the city. All Sheffield Hallam accommodation options feature various room types and a wide range of facilities. The room types available include self-contained studios, ensuites, and entire flats. The facilities and services offered at these varied options for Sheffield Hallam University accommodation include useful amenities like Wi-Fi, all-bills inclusive, on-site laundry, communal spaces, bike storage, and 24/7 Security and CCTV.

Why Study at Sheffield Hallam University?

Considered the 11th largest university in the UK, Sheffield Hallam University is a public research university with two campuses located in Sheffield. The City Campus is located in the city centre right next to Sheffield railway station while the Collegiate Crescent Campus is located on  Ecclesall Road in south-west Sheffield. The university started out as Sheffield School of Design in 1843 as Sheffield became the centre for steel, tool, and cutlery making. It was then renamed Sheffield School of Art in 1850. The first 90 students were admitted to Sheffield City College of Education on Collegiate Crescent in 1905 before the collegiate hall was requisitioned by the War Office during WWI. The Owen Building was then constructed in a 1960s design, and two years later, the city's College of Technology and the Sheffield School of Design merged to form Sheffield Polytechnic.

In 1976, Sheffield Polytechnic went on to merge with two teacher training colleges, Sheffield City College and Totley Hall College and was renamed Sheffield City Polytechnic. It later became a founding member of the Northern Consortium. Finally, in 1992, Sheffield City Polytechnic was granted the rights to award its own degrees and became Sheffield Hallam University (SHU). 

Now, the university ranks in 47th place out of 121 UK universities according to The Guardian University Guide 2021, 67th out of 130 by the Complete University Guide 2021, and 65th out of 131 by The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020. It also received a First Class award as well as The Times and Sunday Times University of the Year award for teaching quality.

Sheffield Hallam University celebrates a community of around 35,000 students, 4,500 staff, and 295,000 alumni around the globe. The university was awarded five stars in the QS Stars international rating system, with top marks for teaching, employability, facilities, innovation, and inclusiveness.

Top Courses at Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University provides its students with high-quality education across different fields and disciplines and within various levels of study. The university has undergraduate education programmes, postgraduate education programmes, research programmes, top-up degree programmes, degree apprenticeship programmes, foundation years, and continuing professional development education programmes. 

Colleges at Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University has three main colleges, each with its own sub-schools and departments, here are the three colleges and some of their schools: 

• College of Business, Technology, and Engineering

  • Sheffield Business School

  • Department of Finance, Accounting and Business Systems

  • Department of Management

  • Department of Engineering and Mathematics

• College of Social Sciences and Arts

  • Department of Art and Design

  • Department of Media Arts and Communication

  • Department of Psychology, Sociology and Politics

  • Department of Humanities

  • Department of Law and Criminology

• College of Health, Wellbeing, and Life Sciences

  • Department of Allied Health Professions

  • Department of Biosciences and Chemistry

  • Department of Nursing and Midwifery

Subject Areas at Sheffield Hallam University

Here are some of the areas in which you can specialise as a student at Sheffield Hallam University:

• Accounting, banking, and finance

• Acting, screenwriting, and film

• Architecture

• Art and design

• Biosciences and Chemistry

• Business, management, and enterprise

• Law

• Health

• English

• Marketing 

• Mathematics

• Media, PR, and journalism

• Nursing and midwifery

• Physiotherapy

• Psychology

• Radiotherapy and oncology

Research Centres and Institutes

Sheffield Hallam University is a leader in the field of research, both in the UK and internationally, thus making it an ideal place to start your postgraduate research degrees. The university's four research institutes support several specialist centres, as well as research within specific academic departments. Here is a detailed look at Sheffield Hallam’s research institutes and their centres: 

• Culture and Creativity Research Institute

  • Art, Design, and Media Research Centre

  • Centre for Culture, Media, and Society

  • Humanities Research Centre

  • Lab4Living

• Health Research Institute

  • Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre

  • Sport and Physical Activity Research Centre

• Industry and Innovation Research Institute

  • Materials and Engineering Research Institute

  • Biomolecular Sciences Research Centre

  • National Centre of Excellence for Food Engineering

  • CENTRIC

• Social and Economic Research Institute

  • Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research

  • Centre for Behavioural Science and Applied Psychology

  • Centre for Development and Research in Education

  • Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice

Facilities and Resources at Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University thrives to ensure its students have the best study experience possible. This is achieved through the university’s vast offerings of facilities and resources that help students excel not just academically but also socially and professionally after graduation. Facilities and resources at Sheffield Hallam University include everything from academic and career support to libraries, clubs, and societies. Some of the top resources provided by the university include the below facilities: 

Student Support

At Sheffield Hallam University, students receive support in more forms than one. The university makes sure students are supported academically, mentally, and physically in order to unlock their full potential and have a fruitful learning experience. As a Sheffield Hallam student, here is what you’ll have access to:

• A student support adviser to help when outside problems affect your studies.

• An academic adviser to support your learning journey.

• An employability adviser to help you choose and build the right career.

Clubs and Societies

Students at Sheffield Hallam University can join their fair share of clubs and societies where they can improve their communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills as well as meet people from different backgrounds that share their interests and passions. There are multiple clubs and societies to choose from, including social and academic clubs, here are some of them: 

• Accounting Society 

• Chemistry Society 

• Computer Forensics Society

• Economics Society 

• Finance and Banking Society 

• Games Development Society 

• Women in Technology

• Anime

• Artistic Allies

• Cheer and Dance

• Coffee and Cakes

• Drum and Bass

• Nintendo Society

Sport and Fitness

Sheffield Hallam University has several sports and fitness facilities for students to make use of throughout their study period at the university. These facilities include courts and pitches for outdoor sports as well as a fully-equipped gym for students' regular exercise and workout needs. There are several sports clubs that you can be a part of as a Sheffield Hallam student, including the following: 

• American football

• Athletics

• Badminton

• Basketball

• Boxing

• Canoe

• Climbing

• Cricket

• Cycling

• Dodgeball 

• Football

• Golf

• Hockey

• Lacrosse

• Rugby 

• Squash

• Swimming

• Tennis 

• Volleyball

• Water Polo

Best Sheffield Hallam University Accommodation

Sheffield Hallam University has a wide range of options for Sheffield student accommodation for students to choose from as they see fit to all their needs and preferences. The wide variety of available options for Sheffield Hallam University accommodation allows students to have their pick of different room types and amenities. The options for Sheffield Hallam accommodation offered by Casita include the following:

Hillside House

This Sheffield Hallam accommodation provides students with a wide range of room options to choose from based on their needs and preferences. Rooms at Hillside House are fully furnished and come fitted with the following essentials: a compact double bed with under-bed storage, a wardrobe, a desk, a smart TV, and a private en-suite bathroom. This Sheffield accommodation is mere minutes away from Sheffield Hallam University and offers useful amenities such as free breakfast on weekdays, a study area, an on-site gym with access to personal training, a games room, on-site outdoor cinema, a rooftop terrace, a karaoke room, and a communal dining area.

Other options for Sheffield Hallam accommodation include the following choices:

Leadmill Point Unite

Redvers Tower

St Mary's House

Vita Telephone House

On Campus Sheffield Hallam University Student Accommodation

Sheffield Hallam University has a variety of halls of residence in the city for students to choose from and live in the one that best fits their needs, budget, and preferences. These halls of residence come with a variety of room options, including single rooms, double rooms, en-suite rooms, self-contained studios, one-bedroom apartments, and so much more. Students can also benefit from the amenities offered at these halls of residence that include everything from safety features and maintenance checks to internet access, on-site laundry facilities, parking facilities, and communal spaces like gyms, courtyards, and lounges.

The benefits of booking an on-campus Sheffield Hallam University accommodation facility include the following: 

• A choice of 15 different properties, varying in price and facilities, all within walking distance of both campuses.

• No hidden costs with bills fully inclusive.

• A guaranteed room offer in one of the halls with other Hallam students.

• A quick, easy, and flexible application process with no obligation to accept any room offered.

• Access to various support services both in halls of residence and from the University.

Some of those halls of residence include the ones below:

• Exchange Works Unite

• The Gate

• The Forge

• Central Quay

Student Travel Around Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University is ideally located in the centre of this renowned student city, thus making it easier for students to get around and move about freely with the help of accessible and affordable transportation options, including nearby bus stations and other transit stops. The university is also located close to several Sheffield attractions and landmarks, including the following:

• Kelham Island Museum

• Peace Gardens

• Winter Garden

• Clifton Park Museum

• Botanical Gardens

• Graves Gallery

• The National Videogame Museum

Universities near Sheffield Hallam University

Several universities, specialised colleges, and higher education institutions are located in the city of Sheffield close to this university. Sheffield Hallam University is just a 20-minute walk from The University of Sheffield.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Sheffield Hallam a good university?

Sheffield Hallam is a good university. It is ranked in the top 20 in the UK for the subjects of Building, Physiotherapy, Social Policy, Hospitality, Tourism and Events, Materials Technology, Radiotherapy, Food Science, and Land and Property Management.

2. Is Sheffield Hallam a good place to live?

The city of Sheffield is a safe, diverse, and affordable place to live. The city’s welcoming atmosphere makes it easy for international students to live and study in the city.

3. How hard is it to get into Sheffield Hallam?

Sheffield Hallam University has an acceptance rate of around 43% with enrollment being around 32,500 students, more than 4,000 of which are international students, thus making it slightly on the easier side of universities to get into.