Cambridge Education Group (OnCampus London) is pleased to announce the official recognition of its OnCampus London undergraduate pathway as a quality route to the University of Sheffield, a global top‑100 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and distinguished Russell Group institution. From September 2025, undergraduate foundation students at OnCampus London can apply via UCAS to progress to undergraduate study at the University of Sheffield.
Academic and Research Excellence
The University of Sheffield is internationally recognised for excellence in teaching, research and global student experience. The Guardian University Guide ranked the university in the top 10 in the UK for 12 subject areas including construction, surveying and planning, aerospace engineering, architecture, computer sciences and information systems, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, nursing, international relations, journalism, mechanical engineering and more.
Global Rankings & Research Impact
Sheffield continues to lead in delivering world-class academic programmes and impactful research. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, the University is ranked 92nd in the world and 15th in the UK. Reinforcing its position as a destination of choice for ambitious international students.
The University is also highly regarded for research strength – 92 % of its research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 REF. It has an engineering research funding among the highest in the UK at £150 million per year. The Diamond building completed in 2015 offers cutting-edge labs, lecture theatres and collaborative study spaces, signalling the University’s commitment to world-class facilities.
Accreditations & Diverse Faculties
Among Sheffield’s many strengths is its triple-crown accredited University of Sheffield Management School (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA), a status held by fewer than 1% of business schools worldwide. Sheffield also excels in engineering, social sciences, medicine and the arts, offering diverse degrees tailored to diverse career ambitions.
Career Prospects & Industry Partnerships
Students choosing to pursue a degree at University of Sheffield will benefit from an institution ranked highly for graduate employability. The University is placed 6th in the UK for career prospects by the Guardian University Guide 2025. 91% of its graduates are employed or further study within 15 months of completing their degree. Longstanding links with global employers such as IBM, Rolls-Royce, HSBC, the NHS, and the BBC ensure that students are well-prepared for life after graduation, with many degree programmes offering industrial placements or study abroad options.
Pathway Options & Degree Access
OnCampus London students are now eligible for conditional progression to University of Sheffield undergraduate degrees, covering foundation pathways in:
- Business, Economics, Finance & Management
- Engineering & Physical Sciences
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Life Sciences
Graduates can access a broad range of degrees across Sheffield’s academic faculties.
