Discover Hallam societies

Do what you love with like-minded students. Step out your comfort zone and discover a new passion. Or get together with coursemates and unwind from studying.

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How to sign up

  1. Buy society membership

    Buy a membership to your chosen societies via their individual society pages. Even if they're free, you'll still need to buy a membership.

  2. Wait for further info

    The society will get in touch with information on their next meet-up.

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Not vibing with any societies? Start your own (we'll even help!). All you need is a great idea.

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Societies of the year 2024/25

All our societies are great. But some really smashed it this year.

Artistic Allies

Social Society of the Year

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Women in Science

Academic Society of the Year

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Committee Portal

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Society events

First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
19th October
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
Dance Society - Heels
20th October
Lords School of Dance, Sheffield
Dance Society - Contemporary & lyrical
20th October
Lords School of Dance, Sheffield
Dance Society - Ballet
20th October
Lords School of Dance, Sheffield
Dance Society - Strengthening & Flexibility
21st October
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
Dance Society - Jazz
21st October
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
SHU FilmSoc Presents: I Saw the TV Glow
21st October
The Void, Level 1 Owen Building, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of I Saw the TV Glow!!
Theatre Society - Gwenda’s Garage Trip
22nd October
Outside Crucible, Sheffield
Come along and see a show with the theatre society
Women's Society - The Dead of Winter at the Showroom
22nd October
Showroom, Sheffield
Come with us to the Showroom Cinema to see the Dead of Winter
Theatre Society - Tenpin Trip
22nd October
Tenpin , Sheffield City Centre
Have a fun evening at Tenpin with other society members
Filmmaking Society Quiz Night!
22nd October
Industry Tap, 85 Sidney Street, Sheffield
Join us for our first Quiz Night!
Reading Society - Halloween Quiz and Book Return
22nd October
Owen Building, 1031, Sheffield
Yoga and Pilates Society - Art Cafe Social
23rd October
Arundel Emporium, 16 Matilda Street, Sheffield
Off Canvas Art Cafe Social
Welcome Event - Board Game Cafe
23rd October
Treehouse Board Game Cafe
GEOGSOC Welcome Social: Board Games at Treehouse Café! Join us for our first social of the year at Treehouse Board Game Café — the perfect chance to meet fellow GeogSoc members, make new friends, and unwind over coffee, snacks, and some friendl
Casual Walking Society - Forge Dam Walk
26th October
Forge Dam, Sheffield
Join us for a lovely walk to Forge Dam !!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
26th October
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
Dance Society - Moulin Rouge Workshop 1
27th October
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
Dance Society - Moulin Rouge Workshop 2
27th October
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
Food and Nutrition Society (FANS) - Guyshi Meal
27th October
Guyshi, 180 West St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4ET,
Join us on Monday 27th October, 6:30–8:30 pm for a private Japanese-style feast at Guyshi, Sheffield.
Women in Sport Society - Lionesses Match
28th October
Pride Park, Derby
Trip: We are going to Pride Park in Derby to watch the lionesses vs Australia (women's football match).
Hallam Burlesque Society - Fright and Delight Halloween Show
29th October
Corperation, Sheffield
Fright and Delight, Hallam Burlesques Halloween Show
Food and Nutrition Society (FANS) - A Journey Through Africa - BHM
30th October
Owen Building, 12th Floor Kitchens, City Campus,
Join us this Black History Month for a hands on food workshop with Dr Amman Bolia, exploring the rich flavours and heritage of African cuisine. Learn, cook and taste while celebrating culture, history and community.
Psychology Society - Halloween Bongos Bingo!
30th October
Octagon , Sheffield
Halloween Bongos Bingo!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
2nd November
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
Paramedic Society - Quiz Night
6th November
The Common Room, Sheffield
How well do you remember 2025? From viral moments to major headlines — test your memory, claim your bragging rights, and raise a glass at Parasoc’s Big Quiz of the Year!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
9th November
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
16th November
Kelham Studio, 11b Clarence Works, Leveson Street, Sheffield, S4 7ER
Finance and Banking Society - Finance Careers Talk
28th November
The Peak Lecture Theatre - Owen Building Level 5 (527),
Explore careers in finance at the Finance Conference 2025! Hear from Barclays, top banks, and recent grads on how to break in, stand out, and secure high-paying roles in the industry.

Frequently asked questions

What is a society?

At Hallam, a society is a group of students that share a similar passion, interest, or hobby. Societies provide a chance to meet other students who are similar to you, and take part in the things you love. Joining a society is also the perfect chance to try something new!

Where can I find a list of all societies?

You can view all our social societies and academic societies online. When you find a society that you're interested in, click on the society's logo to see more information about them, including their contact details, links to their social media channels, and joining information.

How do I join a society?

To join a society, simply login to our website with your Hallam login. Go to the society's webpage and choose which society membership you wish to purchase. Add the membership to your basket. Click through to the checkout, where you can pay any membership fee and fill in your details. Even if the society doesn't charge a fee, you still need to 'purchase' a membership through the website - you just won't have to pay any money.

I joined a society but haven't heard from them

You should contact the society to find out when they will next be meeting. Each society should have contact details on their webpage.

I have concerns about how a society is being run

If you have any concerns about one of our societies, please contact us as soon as possible at activitiesadmin@shu.ac.uk.

I can't find the right society for me

Why not set up your own society?! All you need is a great idea and 10 interested students. If you have any questions, just contact us at activitiesadmin@shu.ac.uk.