Here at ISP, we are committed to empowering our students with transformative educational opportunities that prepare them for success in an increasingly complex world. In alignment with this mission, we are delighted to announce our new partnership with The University of Sheffield, a world-renowned institution ranked among the top 100 universities globally (THE World University Rankings 2025).
Enhancing Future Pathways with the University of Sheffield
This exciting collaboration opens up a wealth of opportunities for our students:
- Exceptional Education: As a member of the Russell Group, The University of Sheffield offers world-class teaching and research, equipping students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in their chosen fields.
- Diverse Student Experience: With over 30,000 students from 150+ countries, Sheffield’s vibrant and supportive campus provides a rich, multicultural learning environment.
- Scholarship Opportunity: As part of this partnership, the University of Sheffield is offering a competitive scholarship worth £10,000 toward the tuition fee for an undergraduate degree programme starting in autumn 2025. This scholarship is available to new international students who meet the eligibility criteria.
- Outstanding Support: Sheffield’s award-winning Students’ Union (ranked number one in the UK for the past seven years, Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2024) enhances the student experience with its wide array of clubs, societies, and volunteering opportunities.
Looking Ahead
Our partnership with The University of Sheffield represents another cornerstone in the ongoing development and strengthening of our Future Pathways programme. Together, we aim to empower students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in a globalised world.
This partnership is particularly exciting because Sheffield is a highly sought-after choice for ISP students worldwide. As Jo Fretwell, Head of Learning Partnerships at ISP, explains ‘We’re delighted that the University of Sheffield is able to offer this scholarship exclusively for ISP students. Sheffield is one of the top destinations ISP students choose to apply to globally, so we know this will be extremely popular with students and families. We will look forward to welcoming colleagues from the University of Sheffield into our schools to speak with students and future pathway advisers in the near future”
This collaboration reaffirms ISP’s commitment to nurturing academic success and foundational life competencies, ensuring our students can make informed, confident decisions about their futures.
We are thrilled to be working with The University of Sheffield and look forward to sharing the successes of this partnership as we continue to deliver high-quality education and inspire students across our network.
For any of our students and families who are interested in applying for the scholarship for Autumn 2025 entry, please contact your school’s Future Careers Adviser. Further information about the scholarship can also be found on The University of Sheffield’s website. Applications close at 1pm on Tuesday 22nd April 2025.




