All posts by Rylan Czuczman

Trip to Cheshire Oaks

Join us on a trip to the fantastic Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, which is the UK’s largest shopping outlet!

This is a great opportunity to visit all of your favourite designer shops and grab some real bargains too – you can explore and browse the wide range of goods at discounted prices.

This trip will be on Saturday 15 July between 8am–6pm, leaving from the main University entrance. Buy your ticket online here.

Culture and Language Immersion Scheme 2017

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In June we welcomed students from City University in Hong Kong who joined us for a four-week Culture and Language Immersion Scheme.

The 39 students take part in an intensive English language course, while experiencing British culture and life in a Sheffield-family setting. This includes trying new food and meeting British families to find out how they live.

Their programme also includes visits to Newcastle, Edinburgh and a long weekend in London, taking in all the sights and culture that the UK has to offer.

Try something new at sports day!

Join us for a free and fun afternoon with Hallam Active’s sports day!

It’s a great chance to try a new sport and meet new people, as well as just to keep fit this summer! There will be a range of sports on offer, including badminton, basketball and table tennis so there’s something for everyone.

This event is free, so just turn up on the day on Monday 3 July between 1–4pm at Collegiate Campus sports hall.

Trip to Manchester and Old Trafford

Join us for a trip to Old Trafford, the home of Manchester United, the biggest football club in the world.

Imagine yourself as Jose Mourinho in the dugout, visit the trophy room and sit by the peg of your favourite player in the dressing room.

After the tour, we will head to Manchester city centre with its wide range of shops and leisure attractions.

The cost of the trip will be £22, and tickets can be bought online.

Trip to Graves Park and Bishop’s House

Join us for a trip to Sheffield’s biggest park!

There is plenty for you to visit and explore, including formal gardens, a rare breeds farm, ancient woodland, a cafe and more.

We will take the bus there so please bring £4 for a return bus ticket. You must register your interest with us here before the trip.

Meet our student crew at the Main University entrance,  Level 5 Owen building on Saturday 1 July at 10am, returning around 2pm.

Student Support Services closed on Wednesday 21 June

The Student Support Services and International Experience Team will be closed on Wednesday 21 June due to staff training.

The International Experience Team daily drop-in will also therefore be cancelled, so please make arrangements to come to Tuesday or Thursday’s session.

Our team and the reception will re-open at 8.45am on Thursday 22 June.

Special working in the UK after studies session – Tier 2 (General)

At this time of the year, you are probably thinking about your plans for finding a job after completing your studies. The following announcement is important for international students who wish to stay in the UK after graduating and want to find out about work visa rules.

Special Working in the UK after studies – Tier 2 (General)

Date – 23 June
Time – 4–5.30pm
Where – Adsetts 6620

This is a special and unique event focused specifically on the Tier 2 (General) work visa rules. Tier 2 (General) is one of the most popular visa categories for international graduates who wish to work full time.

We will concentrate specifically on the Tier 2 visa rules and explain eligibility rules. We will cover topics such as salary thresholds and eligible jobs. There will also be a Q&A session. We will also have SHU international graduates who have successfully got Tier 2 work visas. They will share their tips and experiences. You will have the opportunity to ask them any questions you may have.

This promises to be a popular event so book your place now! Go to http://tinyurl.com/SHUTier2event23June

 

Go trampolining with SHU GoGlobal

Join us for an evening at Jump Inc. trampolining park for a fun and active session!

Trampolining is a great way to get fit and get your heart racing, all while practicing and perfecting your backflip.

The session costs £5 and you need to pay at Hallam Active, level 1 in the Surrey building before attending. Please bring £4 for your return tram fare and £1.50 for the grip socks for trampolining. This session will be repeated on 12 July.

Trip to Cambridge

Join us for a trip to the beautiful city of Cambridge, home to the River Cam, punting and some of the most famous university buildings in the world!

Cambridge is a University city of old streets, ancient colleges and lovely bridges spanning the River Cam. There are historic and contemporary buildings to visit, world renowned museums, fantastic theatres and live music.

We’ll be going on Saturday 17 June from 8am – meet outside the main University entrance, City Campus. Tickets are non-refundable unless the trip is cancelled by the SHU GoGlobal Team. Buy your tickets from
http://tinyurl.com/Cambridge17June