Sheffield Hallam University is a vibrant, modern institution, located in the heart of Sheffield, UK—one of the UK’s most affordable and student-friendly cities. With over 32,000 students from 120+ countries (including a growing Indian community), SHU emphasizes practical, career-focused education. It holds a “Gold” status in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023 for student support and progression.
Sheffield Hallam University is a budget-friendly choice for Indian students. Tuition for most UG and PG courses ranges from £17,155 to £21,375 (20 to 25 lakhs INR) for 2026—much cheaper than London or Russell Group universities. Students can also benefit from strong funding options like the Transform Together Scholarship (50% fee waiver), the GREAT Scholarship for Indian students, the automatic £1,000–£2,000 (1.16 to 2.33 lakhs INR) Vice Chancellor’s Bursary, and external fully funded awards such as Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships. With Sheffield’s low living costs (£10,000–£12,000 or 11.67 to 14 lakhs per year), the overall study cost is often 20–30% lower than in London.
As an Indian student, you will find a welcoming environment with dedicated international support, including cultural events and societies like the Indian Students Association. Student life at SHU is one of its biggest attractions for Indian students. Sheffield is officially the UK’s safest major city and one of the most affordable (average rent £450–600/month including bills, 30–40% cheaper than London). You will find numerous Indian grocery stores, restaurants (Aagrah, Akbars), and annual Diwali/ Holi celebrations organized by the active Indian Society.
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Sheffield Hallam University offers 270+ courses across different levels of study. SHU tuition fees for international students on undergraduate and postgraduate (taught and research) courses will not be subject to an annual increase with inflation. Students will pay the same annual fee for each year of the course where the course has a duration of two years or more. Note, this fixed fee applies to tuition fees but excludes bench fees (paid by some MPhil/PhD students).
The following table demonstrates the annual tuition fees of the courses offered by Sheffield Hallam University.
| Study Level | Annual Fees for 2025–26 | Annual Fees for 2026–27 |
|---|---|---|
| International Foundation Program | £12,950 (15.10 lakhs) for two terms or £15,545 (18.13 lakhs)for three terms | £13,600 (15.86 lakhs) for two terms or £16,325 (19.04 lakhs) for three terms |
| Undergraduate | £17,155 (20.01 lakhs) | £18,000 (20.99 lakhs) |
| Postgraduate taught | £17,725-£20,360 (20.67 to 23.75 lakhs) for the course | £18,600-£21,375 (21.65 to 24.88 lakhs) for the course |
| MBA | £20,360 (23.75 lakhs) | £21,375 (24.88 lakhs) |
| Postgraduate research | Vary by course | Vary by course |
| PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) | £17,725 (20.67 lakhs) | £18,600 (21.65 lakhs) |
Sheffield Hallam University offers 60+ MSc courses, out of which International Business Management, Automation Control & Robotics, Big Data Analytics are the popular ones among Indians. Take a quick look at the flagship MSc courses of SHU, along with the annual tuition fees and entry requirements.
| Course Name | Annual Tuition (GBP) | Annual Tuition (INR) | Entry Requirements | Upcoming Intake | Admission Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc International Business Management | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Bachelor’s (any) 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Apply by May 2026 for 50% scholarship |
| MSc Automation Control and Robotics | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Engg/Comp/Sci 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | Submit robotics portfolio; target GREAT £10k scholarship |
| MSc Big Data Analytics | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Comp/IT/Math 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Highlight Python; apply 3-6 months early |
| MSc Construction Project Management | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Const/Engg/Bus 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Include RICS exp; deadline June 2026 |
| MSc Public Health | £18,600 (Year 1: £12,400 Year 2: £6,200) | 21.65 lakhs | Health/Sci 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.5 (6.0) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Focus on NGO work; |
| MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Bus/Log/Engg 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Reference CIPS; use Flywire for payments |
| MA Design (Fashion) | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Design/Arts 2:2 (55%+); | September 2026 | Submit 10-15 piece portfolio |
| MSc Data Analytics with Banking and Finance | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Fin/Comp/Bus 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | Quantify SQL/Excel; |
| MSc Computing | £18,600 | 21.65 lakhs | Any 2:2 (55%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5) | September 2026 | January 2027 | Demo GitHub; flexible for switchers |
Sheffield Hallam University offers full-time Global MBA (1 year) or flexible part-time/online options (2-3 years), focusing on global business strategy, leadership, and innovation with practical projects and industry links. The course is accredited by CMI; includes real-world consulting, international study trips, and an alumni network of 80,000+. It is ranked top 10 in UK for business graduate employability (Graduate Outcomes 2023). The 2026/ 27 fees for the Sheffield Hallam University MBA program is £21,375 (24.88 lakhs INR).
The entry requirements for Indian students for SHU MBA are given below:
SHU offers over 150 courses at the bachelors level, out of which, BA Business Management, BSc Computer Science, BSc Nursing (Adult) are the popular ones among Indians. Check out a few popular bachelors courses offered by Sheffield Hallam University, tabulated below.
| Course Name | Annual Tuition (GBP) | Annual Tuition (INR) | Entry Requirements | Upcoming Intake | Admission Tips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Business Management | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ overall (Business/Maths 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | Apply early via UCAS; highlight internships; auto £1-2k Vice Chancellor’s award |
| BSc (Hons) Computer Science | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Maths/Comp Sci 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | Include coding projects in statement; foundation if <65% |
| BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult) | £20,000 | 23.28 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Sciences 70%+); IELTS 7.0 (7.0 all); health check | September 2026 | NMC-accredited; personal statement on care exp; apply by Oct for next Sept start |
| BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy | £19,500 | 22.70 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Bio/Physics 70%+); IELTS 7.0 (6.5 min); interview | September 2026 | Volunteering experience helps; |
| BA (Hons) Graphic Design | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Arts/Design 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min); portfolio | September 2026 | Submit 10-15 digital pieces; attend open days; creative statement |
| BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 75%+ (Bio/Chem 80%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | IBMS-accredited; lab exp in app; Pre-Sessional English if needed |
| BA (Hons) Journalism | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (English 70%+); IELTS 6.5 (6.0 min) | September 2026 | NCTJ pathway; portfolio of writing |
| BSc (Hons) Automotive Engineering | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Maths/Physics 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | IMechE links; engineering projects; sandwich year option |
| BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Maths/Accounts 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | ACCA exemptions; quantify finance interest; merit scholarships |
| BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition | £18,000 | 20.95 lakhs | Class XII 65%+ (Bio/Chem 70%+); IELTS 6.0 (5.5 min) | September 2026 | Dietetics focus; food science exp; apply for nutrition society |
