Rankings
How every major ranking places Sheffield Hallam University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & teaching | 29 | $25,049 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 18 | $25,049 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 18 | $25,049 | See → |
| Business & management | 17 | $25,049 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 15 | $25,049 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 14 | $25,049 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 13 | $25,049 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 10 | $25,049 | See → |
| Psychology | 8 | $25,049 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 7 | $25,049 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 6 | $25,049 | See → |
| Social sciences | 6 | $25,049 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 5 | $25,049 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 4 | $25,049 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 4 | $19,292 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 3 | $25,049 | See → |
Costs and entry
66 courses mention scholarships. 8 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Sheffield Hallam University
The job market for Sheffield Hallam University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Sheffield Hallam University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $25,049 a year. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: education & teaching courses are typically $25,049, hospitality, tourism & service industry $19,292.
How is Sheffield Hallam University ranked?
In the UK it is #84 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #88 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Hospitality & Leisure Management (#51) and Art & Design (#201–250).
What IELTS score does Sheffield Hallam University need for a postgraduate course?
Many postgraduate courses (58 of the 228 that list it) ask for IELTS 5.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many postgraduate courses does Sheffield Hallam University offer?
162 postgraduate courses across 16 fields; the largest are education & teaching (29), computer science & data technology (18) and engineering & technology (18).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Sheffield Hallam University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.