Study Abroad for University of Sheffield students
Studying abroad as part of your history degree
Every year, Sheffield History students benefit from the experience of spending part of their degree in another country.
Single and dual honours History students (excluding MDL) have the opportunity to spend a year at one of our European partner institutions, or take part in the University-wide study abroad programme which includes universities in North America, Asia and Australia.
Benefits to studying abroad include:
● Experiencing another culture and/or language
● Studying History from new perspectives
● Making new friends and contacts that can last a lifetime
● Opportunities to improve your skills in a foreign language
● Expanding your experiences to help with future career plans.
Single & dual honours UG student options (all History students, except those already on a Modern Languages & History degree)
Degree length
One semester studying abroad via History departmental partnerships (this replaces your second year Sheffield credits)
You’ll study topics equivalent to those you would be studying in Sheffield and your results will count towards your final degree classification.
3 Years
One replacement year studying abroad via History departmental partnerships to replace your second year of study.
You’ll study topics equivalent to those you would be studying in Sheffield and your results will count towards your final degree classification.
3 Years
One additional year (3+1 degree) studying abroad in year 3, between your second and final year of study.
You'll choose classes that broaden your knowledge and help prepare you for your final year of study when you return to Sheffield.
Students must pass all modules taken while studying abroad but these do not count towards your final degree classification. You will also complete two short reflective assignments.
4 Years
Summer schools are a great alternative for students who don't want to spend a whole year abroad.
The Global Opportunities team can help you spend between 1 and 8 weeks at one of our partner university summer schools in Europe or further afield.
3 Years
Please note that the ability to study abroad is not guaranteed, it is subject to availability and academic progress.