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I can't pick between Sheffield or Liverpool?

I will be doing architecture at liverpool or landscape and architecture dual at sheffield but i really don't know which to pick and i finally got all my offers back.

i think i prefer sheffields course and accommodation and the peak district, but i prefer liverpool as a city and i know someone who is going there. i think im leaning towards sheffield but liverpool offered me aab instead of aaa, either way i just have no idea and was wondering if anyone has any advice about which one they think is better and why? thanks

Reply 1

Ghostlady

Original post by athenaginao

I will be doing architecture at liverpool or landscape and architecture dual at sheffield but i really don't know which to pick and i finally got all my offers back.
i think i prefer sheffields course and accommodation and the peak district, but i prefer liverpool as a city and i know someone who is going there. i think im leaning towards sheffield but liverpool offered me aab instead of aaa, either way i just have no idea and was wondering if anyone has any advice about which one they think is better and why? thanks

To rule this one factor, do not choose a uni based on knowing someone who goes there.
If you are leaning towards sheffield, and they have a higher grade entrance anyway, you could do sheffield first, liverpool insurance.
Definitely look at modules and see if they have any students you can chat to for example here https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/study/chat/ or https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/study/chat to see what job opportunities are like for internships and support.

Reply 2

athenaginao

Original post by Ghostlady

thanks!
im unsure whether to put Liverpool as an insurance, I was planning to put Lancaster as it.
I'm expecting to get 3 as but im just worried as i could end up with abb and then i'd have no options. however, i do art and i am pretty much guaranteed an a in that so that kinda improves my chances, im just not sure.

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University of Sheffield Students

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Original post by athenaginao

I will be doing architecture at liverpool or landscape and architecture dual at sheffield but i really don't know which to pick and i finally got all my offers back.
i think i prefer sheffields course and accommodation and the peak district, but i prefer liverpool as a city and i know someone who is going there. i think im leaning towards sheffield but liverpool offered me aab instead of aaa, either way i just have no idea and was wondering if anyone has any advice about which one they think is better and why? thanks

Hiya,

Congratulations on your offer!

As a second year, I can say that I have really enjoyed my time at Sheffield so far. It has a lower cost of living by 10% compared to the national average, making it more affordable for students and as it is a city uni rather than a campus uni, the local businesses are a lot more student friendly too. The trees in Sheffield also outnumber people so it is a great place to take breaks during exam season and exploring the city in general.

Our student union in also ranked No.1 in the country which is reflective of the wide range of sports, academic and interests societies that are on offer, making university feel a lot more like a community.

The city also has a lot to offer, in terms of food markets set up in the city centre, celebrations for religious events like Chinese New Year and Eid and is also a focal point in making the university feel like home for students. With trams and buses easily accessible, public transport is also reliable in the city.

Hope this helps and let me know if you have any more questions,
Jivanthika (2nd year computer science student)

Reply 4

Callerl

Original post by athenaginao

I will be doing architecture at liverpool or landscape and architecture dual at sheffield but i really don't know which to pick and i finally got all my offers back.
i think i prefer sheffields course and accommodation and the peak district, but i prefer liverpool as a city and i know someone who is going there. i think im leaning towards sheffield but liverpool offered me aab instead of aaa, either way i just have no idea and was wondering if anyone has any advice about which one they think is better and why? thanks

Did you choose Liverpool or Sheffield and are you enjoying the course?

Reply 5

athenaginao

Original post by Callerl

Did you choose Liverpool or Sheffield and are you enjoying the course?

I picked Liverpool and I’m really liking it atm, it feels rlly well suited to me. I also love the desk space we have currently, and I’m pretty sure the new extension will bring lots more space soon.

Either way I know I’d have been happy at either tbh, Sheffield or Liverpool, but I think a dual honours at Sheffield would be too much work for me.

Reply 6

shaunjro

Original post by athenaginao

I picked Liverpool and I’m really liking it atm, it feels rlly well suited to me. I also love the desk space we have currently, and I’m pretty sure the new extension will bring lots more space soon.
Either way I know I’d have been happy at either tbh, Sheffield or Liverpool, but I think a dual honours at Sheffield would be too much work for me.

Hi!

Current year 13 archi applicant here and I'm also facing the same dilemma that you faced almost a year ago! I'm struggling between Architecture at Liverpool and Sheffield! Similarly, I'm much of a bigger fan of Liverpool's city centre and their facilities. To be fair, the only reason why I'm holding onto Sheffield is that I know it has ranked 1st in the UK for the course, and one of my friends has firmed it too, however, if my friend didn't end up making it in, I feel like I'd be unhappy on my own there.

I'd love to hear about what your course has been focusing on since you've started, since I'm aware that Sheffield prefers an emphasis on the environment and I know from the Liverpool offer holder day that the school has no specific specialties and no 'house style' and encourages designs of any style

Reply 7

athenaginao

Original post by shaunjro

Hi!

Current year 13 archi applicant here and I'm also facing the same dilemma that you faced almost a year ago! I'm struggling between Architecture at Liverpool and Sheffield! Similarly, I'm much of a bigger fan of Liverpool's city centre and their facilities. To be fair, the only reason why I'm holding onto Sheffield is that I know it has ranked 1st in the UK for the course, and one of my friends has firmed it too, however, if my friend didn't end up making it in, I feel like I'd be unhappy on my own there.
I'd love to hear about what your course has been focusing on since you've started, since I'm aware that Sheffield prefers an emphasis on the environment and I know from the Liverpool offer holder day that the school has no specific specialties and no 'house style' and encourages designs of any style

hi! i ended up being at liverpool and i do really enjoy it. the course is very well rounded in my opinion and we have modules to develop our techniques(modelling, sketching, architectural drawing and theory) as well as really interesting projects where the brief basically allows for any approach and style to do well.
we also have modules in stuff like history, urbanism, environment, and construction which we also get coursework/examinations on. i’m sure for most courses there will be something similar but i can’t speak on sheffield's behalf.

but the thing that i like that i think is specific to liverpool is the studio we get, its so open and u always find urself collaborating and sharing ideas with ur friends. on top of that the head lecturer for year 1 is amazing (though i am biased lol)

either way don’t stress too much about picking the ‘perfect uni’. uni is only as good as u make it, if that makes sense. so if ur a motivated student ur bound to do well at either uni since they are both very good courses.

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