The University is located in the heart of the city and is part of the Russell group of research universities. Ranked among the ‘World Top 100’ universities, Sheffield has a modern, inclusive outlook and its Students Union has been voted the best in the country for supporting students and encouraging active involvement in mentoring, charity and community work. The University provides state of the art teaching and learning facilities, including the brand new Information Commons, which provides everything the modern student needs including 24/7 access to individual and group study spaces, IT access and library facilities, informal study and reading areas and free wifi throughout. The University has made a huge investment in remodelling and creating buildings suitable for 21st century students with modern lecture theatres and specialist facilities across campus.