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The University of Sheffield

A large research-intensive Russell Group university in Sheffield, known for engineering, management, medicine and the sciences. It has a big international student community and a pathway college for foundation and pre-masters study.

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Location: Sheffield, England
Undergraduate fees: £27,650 – £34,670
Postgraduate fees: £32,155 – £37,630
Intakes: September
IELTS (undergraduate): Typically 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (Law 7.0 with 6.5)
IELTS (postgraduate): Typically 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each component
Note: Fees from course pages for 2027 entry; Medicine and some lab-based courses may be higher. UG Law £29,570.

For Sri Lankan students

Entry requirements.

Undergraduate: Sri Lankan A-levels considered as comparable to British A-levels; minimum of 3 A-levels for direct entry, grades vary by course (e.g. AAB-A*AA). Foundation year available via the University of Sheffield International College
Postgraduate: Usually a 4-year bachelor's degree (Special/Honours/Professional). UK 2:1 equivalent = 80% or B+; 2:2 equivalent = 70% or B; most courses ask for 2:1
English: An internationally recognised English qualification such as IELTS is required for all applicants

Source: sheffield.ac.uk

Funding

Scholarships

Course pages state scholarships worth up to £7,000 for international students from selected regions with excellent academic results; see the international scholarships page for eligibility.

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Information checked October 2026 from The University of Sheffield’s official website: sheffield.ac.uk/international/sri-lanka, sheffield.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements/sri-la, sheffield.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholars, sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/courses/2027. Fees and requirements can change; we confirm the latest details before you apply.

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