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At Sheffield Hallam, students grow personally and professionally. If students aren’t in work or further study 12 months after graduation, they’re guaranteed a paid internship (terms apply). Students get career coaching, lifelong career support, and help to find sandwich placements, part-time student jobs and graduate roles. Hallam Talent, the on-site jobs agency, helps with job applications and interviews. Industry input ensures courses reflect real workplace needs. Gain confidence through placements and test ideas using specialist industry equipment. To kick-start careers, work experience in each year of a course includes opportunities with organisations like the NHS, IBM, Next and Adidas.
Sheffield Hallam University guarantees all first-year students accommodation in halls of residence. Sheffield Hallam has one of the largest selections of student housing in the UK, with 11 halls available. Options include shared, private and single-sex accommodation. Students can choose from big complexes (with rooftop terraces, gyms and cinemas), family-run homes, sophisticated studios, and study-friendly digs. Plus, all halls are within a 20-minute walk of the campuses, with many on the doorstep. Sheffield stands out as one of the cheapest cities in the country for student accommodation, with some halls at under £100 per week and an average of £130 with all bills included.
Sheffield Hallam University is at the heart of an amazing city, loved by students and known for its affordability. Sheffield offers the best of both worlds, combining big city vibes and stunning green spaces. As England’s fifth-largest city, it boasts thriving music, art, and sport scenes while serving as the gateway to the Peak District. Hallam Students' Union hosts 80+ student-run societies, from theatre to computing, helping students meet friends and find their place. Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026 voted Sheffield Hallam top 6th overall in the UK and awarded it 1st for cost-of-living support for students. It’s also 1st in Yorkshire for career prospects.