Cityscape of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ in the evening

Guide to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is a vibrant, green, modern city with real character. Explore these pages to get a glimpse of what you could enjoy if you choose to study at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.

Your university city

The big city vibe that feels like home. ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has lots to discover. Welcome to your university city.

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ. Your university city.

The big city vibe that feels like home. ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has lots to discover.

Welcome to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

Four students looking at cityscape of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ from Park Hill

A quick guide to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

Learn why nearly 60,000 students make ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ their home.

Read our quick guide to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

Two students walking past a bakery window

Our neighbourhoods

There’s so much more to discover beyond the city. Learn more about what our neighbourhoods have to offer.

Explore our neighbourhoods

Explore our city

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ students eating at a restaurant in Kelham Island

Food and drink

Flavours from around the globe are waiting to be discovered.

Explore food and drink

Students playing basketball at varsity event

Sport and health

From famous teams to grassroots sides, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has a rich sporting culture.

Explore sport and health

Street art of David Attenborough in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

Arts and culture

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has a renowned cultural heritage and a thriving arts scene.

Explore arts and culture

Female student rowers on river in Peak District

The outdoor city

With hundreds of green spaces and the peak district on our doorstep, outdoor adventures are in abundance in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.

Explore the outdoor city

The Leadmill

Music and nightlife

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is bursting with activity after dark, with options to suit any interest.

Explore music and nightlife

Two students walking outside Monki in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ city centre

Shopping

From major brands to quirky independents, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ offers an impressive shopping experience.

Explore shopping

Engineering student looking at jet engine
Jobs and careers in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ 
A photograph of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ's tram at the cathedral stop
Getting around 

Watch our ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ city tour

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ City Tour

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Cityscape of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ in the evening