Application Supporting Documents

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Please include the following with your application:

  • CV
  • Personal/supporting statement (we do not require a research proposal)
  • Complete/most recent academic transcripts
  • Details of two referees that can comment on your academic ability/work ethic
  • If you have not previously been educated in English, then you must provide evidence of your English ability

You can use our prompts to help structure your personal statement.

Your application will be assessed against the relevant parts of our . You should therefore make sure that your application demonstrates a strong foundation in these areas. You can use the framework to prepare for your presentation and interview as well.

Look at our How to Apply page for more details on using the application system.

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You can always contact us on made4manufacturing@sheffield.ac.uk if you have any questions about the application process

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