We have an excellent reputation for quality teaching and sustained, high levels of student satisfaction. Our commitment to preparing you for your future career is evident in every course, dedicated careers and recruitment services and a strong graduate employment track record. More than this, you have access to fantastic facilities in a vibrant city campus on the beautiful South Coast – only 90 minutes from central London.
We aim to make all our new students feel at home at the University of Portsmouth. In the weeks leading up to your arrival, we’ll send you the information you need for a smooth start including an induction pack and online support. The first two weeks of term are for new undergraduate students to find their way around the city and campus and meet others during Freshers’ Week before continuing students return. You’ll be able to explore over 150 student-led societies and clubs, try out for a sports team, join the uni gym and discover our personal and academic support services. You’ll also have the chance to sign up for free language or music classes.
A few days before Freshers’ Week begins, our International Office welcomes overseas students during Orientation Week – an opportunity to go on guided tours of the University and the city, get help with registration, meet other students, and discover the support services we offer. The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of services and activities. The Union promotes your rights and looks after your well-being throughout your university years. It’s run for students by students.
The Union has held the Green Impact Student Union’s Gold standard award since 2012 and is one of the top five performing ‘Small Commercial Unions’ in the UK. At the Students’ Union you can:
Being in a university society is a great way to learn new skills, meet new people, build confidence and gain experience. With over 150 student-led groups at Portsmouth, you’re bound to find something that interests you. If you can’t find the group for you, the Students' Union can help you set one up.
We are one of only four universities in the south east to receive the highest 'Gold' rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a Government scheme that recognises excellent teaching in UK universities. We are the 37th best University in the UK, according to the Guardian University Guide 2018. Outranking the sector average for the 11th year in a row, we achieved an 88% satisfaction rate in the National Student Survey 2017. 19 of our courses achieved 100% satisfaction. We are one of the world's top 100 new universities in the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2017.
Our performance indicators show that 96.5% of our graduates are working or in further study within six months of graduation. The percentage of our graduates in professional/managerial level roles has increased by 3% to 75%, which means Portsmouth is above the sector average in the UK. Portsmouth graduates earn more than the sector average. Six months after completing an undergraduate course, a Portsmouth graduate’s average salary is £23,500. We have a population of more than 25,000 students and 2,500 full-time equivalent staff.
We have more than 5,000 international and EU students from almost 150 different countries. 45% of our students are female and 55% are male. We provide £5.9 million a year in bursaries and hardship funds for our students. 89% of our research in Physics and 90% of our research in Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in REF2014. We have invested around £150 million in our buildings and resources over the last 10 years.
We meet more than 11,000 local pupils and parents annually through our education liaison and aspiration-raising activities. Our dental services provide NHS dental care to more than 2,500 local people every year. In 2016/17 our students spent over 54,000 hours volunteering in and around the community. Annually, we receive over 3,000 bookings for our conference and accommodation facilities, earning more than £2.2 million per year and bringing many new visitors to the city.
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They don't care about anything but getting the cash. Terrible staff, terrible support, terrible ideas and decisions and our complaints are never taken seriously. Don't even think about this university.
By Khalid Al-Sharif (Aug, 2018) |
I’ve graduated from UoP. I’ve got a lot of pleasant memories from this university and gained knowledge which helps me in my workplace on daily basis.
By Mateusz Michalski (Mar, 2018) |
Unhelpful, unfriendly and useless; the University of Portsmouth is a poxy stain on higher education. Its facilities are ugly, outdated and third rate, its staff uncaring simpletons who appear to put their own interests above the interests of the Uni's students at any given opportunity. I sincerely regret attending this University and feel embarrassed every time I see photos of myself wearing its colours on my graduation robes or on the rare occasion the cheap mug - the only token of gratitude the University bestowed us with after spending thousands of pounds on them - finds itself at the front of the cupboard, begging to be used.
It won't be used. I would never wish to broadcast my poor decision making so overtly as by using that mug, displaying that University crest.
By David (Sep, 2015) |
i undertook a under graduate course on BA (hons) Animation. i was happy with it as i always had the help and support i needed, i had a large amount of diverse projects that allowed me to explore every style of my craft, there was also a large emphasis on theoretical knowledge and employability. The addition of Employment preparation allowed us to make professional websites, business cards, Show reels and portfolios and even set up a company so we knew where to go and what to do after the 3 years.
i didn't feel isolated on the course by members of staff who maybe taught an area i was weak in, i was always given the maximum amount of help needed to make sure my grades went from predicted 2.2 to high 2.1 or even 1st's in areas i was not confident with when i started the course in 2012.
the only downside is there isn't always the most up to date software as the animation world is always adapting and changing, so we were only recently allowed to use Toon Boom, however were not given any lessons about it as we were all pretty professional with Adobe Flash by that time.
extra curricula activities are a great way to learn more and meet more people, you get the impression you can shape your own learning, and we have a great Academic skills facility which helps with any written work or Software as well as being subject specific, so the academics your seeing for aid are certified in the subject your undertaking.
By Daniel Styler (Sep, 2015) |
I graduated from Portsmouth University in 2007 with a degree in International Relations and Politics. The course was well structured, well delivered and the broad skills set was invaluable after graduation.
Life at Portsmouth is also fun. It has strong sport society scene, some good pubs, incredible coastal scenery, parks, night-life and and its relatively inexpensive. As with all university experiences its all about getting involved. Enjoy!
By Kian Rackley (Sep, 2013) |
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The education here is nothing short of transformative, and the unwavering support from the faculty has empowered my child to soar academically.
By Wahab (Aug, 2024) |