The University of Sheffield
Yorkshire and The Humber, England
How much do University of Sheffield graduates earn by subject?
University of Sheffield graduates earn a median salary of £36,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £53,700, while Performing arts graduates earn £27,100.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £33,000 | £38,500 | £53,000 |
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,500 | £46,500 | £51,750 |
| Economics | £28,500 | £27,500 | £36,000 |
| Engineering | £32,250 | £33,000 | £42,000 |
| Business and management | £30,000 | £30,500 | £41,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £28,000 | £29,500 | £36,500 |
| Politics | £25,000 | £25,500 | £34,000 |
| Chemistry | £28,500 | £29,500 | £38,500 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £27,500 | £34,000 |
| Biosciences | £24,500 | £25,000 | £31,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £26,000 | £26,500 | £30,500 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | £25,000 | £23,500 | £29,500 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £23,500 | £29,000 |
| Education and teaching | £26,500 | £24,000 | £32,250 |
| Performing arts | £27,000 | £26,500 | £34,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Sheffield?
In 2024, University of Sheffield received 86,610 applications and accepted 11,230 students, giving an acceptance rate of 13.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £23,810 to £30,570 per year in tuition at University of Sheffield. Living costs are estimated at £9,500–£12,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Sheffield?
85% of University of Sheffield graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 25 subjects with median salaries ranging from £27,100 to £53,700. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 85.3% | £53,700 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 92.5% | £52,600 |
| Economics | 89.7% | £46,400 |
| Physics and astronomy | 89.7% | £43,400 |
| Engineering | 89.9% | £42,300 |
| Business and management | 93.9% | £42,300 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 95.5% | £38,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | 87% | £38,000 |
| Law | 91.5% | £37,200 |
| Politics | 86.2% | £36,500 |
| Chemistry | 91.2% | £35,000 |
| Materials and technology | 70.8% | £34,700 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 91.5% | £34,500 |
| Allied health | 86.3% | £34,300 |
| Biosciences | 84.9% | £32,100 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 90.6% | £31,800 |
| English studies | 87.4% | £30,700 |
| Languages and area studies | 80.3% | £30,700 |
| History and archaeology | 89.6% | £30,300 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 86.4% | £30,100 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 80.8% | £29,900 |
| Psychology | 90% | £29,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 87% | £28,800 |
| Education and teaching | 86.7% | £28,300 |
| Performing arts | 89.2% | £27,100 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Entry Requirements
Russell Group. Engineering and Medicine at the top end; many courses accept ABB-BBB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £53,700
- 2 Medicine and dentistry £52,600
- 3 Economics £46,400
- 4 Physics and astronomy £43,400
- 5 Engineering £42,300
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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