University near Sheffield

Sheffield is a large city set against the backdrop of the picturesque Peak District. It has a rich industrial history and was nicknamed the Steel City for its contribution to steelwork which dates back to the 1600s. Today it is a bustling modern city, and with its large central transport hub, Sheffield is well connected to various university towns and cities in Yorkshire, including Huddersfield – home to the University of Huddersfield. 

Commute from Sheffield to Huddersfield

The University of Huddersfield is near to Sheffield. You can drive from Sheffield to Huddersfield in around an hour depending on the traffic conditions. Alternatively, there is a direct train from Sheffield to Huddersfield, which takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes. 

 

Things to do in Sheffield

If you want to explore Sheffield from Huddersfield, the city has a lot to offer. 

Shopping

  • Meadowhall – Yorkshire’s largest shopping centre, over 290 stores, a huge food court and multi-screen cinema. 
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Film and theatre

  • Sheffield Theatres – comprising of three theatres (The Crucible, Playhouse, Lyceum), it is the largest theatre complex outside of London. 
  • Cinemas – Odeon, Cineworld, The Light 
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Nightlife

As you’d expect in a big city, Sheffield has a bustling nightlife offer where you’ll find clubs, bars, pubs and restaurants to suit a range of tastes. There are also plenty of venues where you can enjoy non-drinking nighttime activities such as bowling, bar sports and arcade games. 

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Places to go

  • Millenium Gallery 
  • Sheffield Botanical Gardens 
  • Kelham Island Museum 
  • National Videogame Museum 
  • National Emergency Services Museum 
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Sheffield cost of living vs Huddersfield 

According to The National Student Accommodation Survey 2023, Huddersfield is second cheapest in the UK for student rent, whereas the ranking of Sheffield universities is as follows:

University of Sheffield: 15;
Sheffield Hallam University: 36;

So if you’re looking for a university town with a low cost of living, that will leave you with more money to spend on social activities and health and wellbeing, Huddersfield is a sound investment. 

 

You could study one of these subjects

At the University of Huddersfield, we offer a wide variety of career-boosting courses which fall within the subject areas listed below.