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Venue Details

Diamond Building

Diamond Building

Constructed in 2015, the Diamond is one of the most innovative buildings on the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ's campus. It is facilitated by the Multidisciplinary Engineering Education (MEE) team, who deliver engaging, practical lab sessions to students in the 19 specialist laboratories housed in the building. It is also home to the iForge - the student makerspace, and the Diamond Kitchen - a café and social space for staff, students and visitors to campus.

If you need assistance in navigating the Diamond, please use the floor plans linked below, or visit the reception desk on the Ground Floor near the Leavygreave (South) Entrance.

Diamond Floor Plans

Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC)

Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC)

The Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) began development in 2001 and has since grown to become a world leader in manufacturing excellence, networking with over 70 universities and 1,000 companies from across the globe. With a staff of more than 500 highly qualified researchers and engineers, the AMRC is continually creating innovative, faster, more sustainable processes for manufacturing needs.

Find directions to the AMRC at the link below:

Where to Stay

There are a multitude of hotels to choose from in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ. Please find a list below of hotels close to the University campus and city centre, some of which visitors to the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ can access discount codes for.

- (shown above) quote discount code 'ALUMSPEC' when booking

- quote discount code '71140060' in the discount box

- book directly with the hotel and quote 'Alumni University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ'

- email or call the hotel quoting 'University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ'

- quote discount code '0002998074' in the Corporate Account bar

- email or call the hotel quoting '¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Alumni rates'

- email or call the hotel quoting 'Alumni'

Travel to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is central to the UK and easily accessible by car or train. All the directions provided below will direct you to the main University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ address at Firth Court.

From Manchester Airport:

From London Airports:

London Heathrow (LHR)

Gatwick (LGW)

If you are planning on driving to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, please note that there is no on-site parking at the Diamond. There are plenty of public car parks nearby, both city council run and NCP, as well as the Rockingham Street Q-Park, which can be pre-booked .

UK Visa Information

Find information, including the application link, on applying for a standard visitor visa to the UK .

Things to Do

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is a wonderful city to visit - there is always something to do, no matter your interests. If you have any spare time while you're here, we encourage you to explore our amazing city.

University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Campus

Use this to find your way around the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ campus.

A Brief History of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, whose name derives from the River Sheaf which runs through the city, has been occupied for at least 12,800 years, with the earliest evidence of human activity at , only 20 miles outside of the city centre. ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Castle (now demolished) was a stronghold built after the Norman Conquest in 1066 and was one of the locations, along with ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Manor, where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned by Queen Elizabeth I from 1570 to 1584. 
You may often hear ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ referred to by the nickname 'Steel City.' ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ has been known for its steel-work for centuries, and is even mentioned in Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales (1380). ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ gained world-wide notoriety for its steel-work during the Industrial Revolution and ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ steel products were exported around the world until the 1980s when manufacturing largely moved overseas.
Due to its position of importance in the steel industry, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ  was involved in making weapons and ammunition for the Second World War.  Because of this, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ was heavily bombed during what is now called the '¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Blitz.' Much of the city centre and surrounding industrial estates were destroyed.
Today ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is known for its vibrant city life, picturesque views over the Peak District National Park, two excellent football teams, and two extraordinary universities. As you'll see, many British and international students come to study in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ and end up making their home here.