Program Overview
Located in north-central England, Sheffield is England’s fourth-largest city with a population of about 551,000. Sheffield is a city with character, blending elegant Victorian architecture with modern activities. The area is bursting with venues for experiencing culture and entertainment, including theatres, museums, galleries, pubs & clubs, music, and world-class sports facilities. Most attractions are within walking distance of each other, making it a great destination for visiting students.
Sheffield is home to more than 250 parks, woodlands, and gardens for visitors to enjoy. One of the most spectacular areas of natural beauty in the UK is just minutes away by bus or train; The Peak District National Park covers 555 square miles of unspoiled countryside. It is a great place to hike, rock climb, or just enjoy the scenery.
The city has a tradition of producing great music and it is alive with sounds of already popular musical groups and up and coming new bands. The Showroom is the second-largest independent cinema in the UK and is a center for Sheffield’s serious film fans. Major film festivals are held there every year.
Host University
The University of Sheffield was founded in 1905 and is considered one of the best universities in the UK. Sheffield is located in northern England, in South Yorkshire, and is close to Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham, and the Peak District.
- Founded in 1905, the University of Sheffield is one of the UK’s best universities with a global reputation as an international leader in teaching and research.
- In 2014-2015 Sheffield was voted #1 for student experience in the UK by the Times Higher Student Experience Survey.
- Distinguished staff and alumni include five Nobel prizewinners.
- Sheffield was named England’s first “National City of Sport” and has Europe’s largest artificial ski-slope resort.
- Sheffield has the lowest cost of living for students in the UK, of 26 university towns and cities surveyed by the Royal Bank of Scotland.
FACT SHEET |
Education Abroad Advisor |
Make an appointment with Rachel Landers at any time! |
Get Started |
Attend or watch an Ed Abroad 101 Session |
Program Provider |
IE3 Global |
Program Dates |
Current IE3 Global Calendar
Note:
Fall Semester with IE3 Global = Fall Quarter at PSU
Spring Semester with IE3 Global = Winter & Spring Quarters at PSU |
Areas of Study |
Explore the courses offered on this program
This program is a good fit for the following majors:
- Art
- Biology
- Business
- Education
- Engineering
- English
- Languages
- Liberal Studies
- Medicine
- Theater
- Most Majors
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Credits |
Students enroll in 24 quarter credits per semester |
Capstone Option |
Reporting Live Capstone available during fall and spring terms |
Language of Instruction |
English |
Host Country Language |
English |
Housing |
Students have an extensive choice of university-owned and selected accommodation, ranging from converted Victorian manor houses to modern student flats and residence halls. |
Class Standing Eligibility |
- Sophomore
- Junior
- Senior
- Post-Baccalaureate
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Minimum GPA Requirements |
Undergraduate: 3.00
Must be in Satisfactory Academic Standing. |
Language Requirement |
No previous language study required |
Program Fee |
Click here to view the IE3 Global Program Fee |
PSU Fees |
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Application Fee:
All applications include a $50 non-refundable fee due on the application deadline. Students who do not intend to complete a program application are required to withdraw before the deadline, otherwise, the $50 application fee will
be assessed to the students' account. |
Scholarships |
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