Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Hallam University is a higher education institution located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom. It provides undergraduate and postgraduate education across a range of disciplines including health and social care, business, engineering, arts, and computing. The university delivers teaching through lectures, seminars, laboratory work, and placements, and it undertakes research that informs practice and policy. Its primary market comprises domestic and international students seeking vocational and academic qualifications, as well as employers and partner organisations that collaborate on knowledge transfer and continuing professional development.

The university distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on applied learning and close ties with industry, which is reflected in its high graduate employment rates and numerous accreditation from professional bodies. It hosts several specialist centres, such as the Centre for Health and Social Care Research and the Materials and Engineering Research Institute, that contribute to regional innovation. In May 2020 Sheffield Hallam University experienced a data breach originating from a ransomware attack on its third‑party software provider Blackbaud; the incident exposed names and contact details of alumni, donors and stakeholders while financial data remained unaffected, prompting the activation of its incident response plan and a public apology for any distress caused.

Structurally, Sheffield Hallam University operates as a publicly funded higher education corporation governed by a board of governors and is classified as an exempt charity under UK law. It is not a subsidiary of another entity and receives funding from the Office for Students and other public bodies. The institution maintains multiple campuses, including the City Campus and Collegiate Crescent Campus, supporting a diverse community of students and staff.