Sheffield College, the

United Kingdom

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: sheffcol.ac.uk · How we collect data

Overview

Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public

The Sheffield College teaches from a number of campuses and sites spread across the city of Sheffield, with its head office on Granville Road, providing academic, vocational and professional qualifications as a further and higher education college rated Good by Ofsted.

The college's constituent sites include The Sheffield Sixth Form College, Apprenticeship+, UC Sheffield and Bloom, delivering provision from T-levels to adult courses and apprenticeships, guided by a strategy plan covering 2025 to 2030.

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for Sheffield College, the are listed below.

Academic Details

Below are the institutional metrics for Sheffield College, the: scale, staffing, and accreditation.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Total Students: 28,280
Female Students: 14,835

Programs Offered

Below are Sheffield College, the's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

10 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Foundation 7 programmes

Higher Diploma 3 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

the United Kingdom-wide scholarships, relevant to students considering Sheffield College, the or other institutions there.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Sheffield College, the

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Sheffield College, the, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Sheffield College, the's catalogue includes 10 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Sheffield College, the's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Sheffield College, the as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Sheffield College, the's own admissions portal at www.sheffcol.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sheffield College, the

A short Q&A covering Sheffield College, the's essentials — founding, location, and structure.

In which city is Sheffield College, the?

Sheffield College, the is based in Sheffield, United Kingdom.

Is Sheffield College, the public or private?

It is a public higher-education institution.

How many students study at Sheffield College, the?

Sheffield College, the has approximately 28,280 students.

How do I find Sheffield College, the online?

You can find Sheffield College, the online at www.sheffcol.ac.uk.

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