Elective Module Choice Change Requests for 2025/26
Selecting Your Elective Module(s):
- If your course includes elective modules, you'll choose them through the University's Module Choice Process.
- The timing for selecting modules depends on your level of study.
- Once chosen, your elective modules will be added to your student record and timetabled – timetable release dates
Changing Your Elective Module(s):
- You can request to change an elective module at the start of each semester for the following reasons:
- Career change
- Registered Carer with the Inclusive Support Team
- Registered Elite Athlete on a recognized University Programme
- Changed your mind since joining the course
- Circumstances linked to a Learning Contract
If you are studying at Sheffield Hallam from a partner university and would like to change your elective, please do not complete the following form., instead, you should contact your International Lead. Their contact details are available in this link - are available in this link College country coordinators | Sheffield Hallam University
To request a change, complete the elective module choice change request form at the bottom of the page.
The outcome of your request will be sent to your SHU email account.
Deadlines*:
- Semester 1: Submit requests by Wednesday, 1st October 2025 at 11:59 pm.
- Semester 2: Submit requests by Wednesday, 28th January 2026 at 11:59 pm.
Important Notes:
- In some cases, even if you meet the criteria, it may not be possible to complete your request, for example due to timetable clashes or limited space on the new module.
- If you want to change more than one elective module, please submit a separate request for each change.
- *Non-Standard Courses: If your course doesn't follow the standard teaching weeks, contact Hallam Help for advice.
- For Study Abroad Students: Update your Learning Agreement and confirm the change with your home institution and SHU International Lead. Email the updated agreement to SRS Study Abroad.
- Requests received after the deadline will be declined.
To make a request please use the Elective Change Form
Contact Hallam Help:
- Phone and Chat: 8:45 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
- On Campus: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
- Phone: 0114 225 2222
- Email: hallamhelp@shu.ac.uk