Portsmouth is the only university to offer Connected Degrees: a 3-year course with a flexible 4th year placement. Most courses can be Connected Degrees.

This gives you more time to explore your career choices, and to find the perfect placement. It also means you can stay connected to the same friends throughout your studies. Then glide into professional life, with full support from the University throughout your placement. And if you prefer a placement year at the traditional time, you can opt to do it after year two.

As well as paid placements with employers, UK students can choose a self-employed placement as a traditional sandwich year, getting a start-up or freelance career off the ground with expert support.

10 reasons to fall in love with Portsmouth

1. Excellent teaching. With a Gold rating in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) assessment, we’re officially recognised as one of the UK’s best universities for teaching.
2. Highly rated university. Portsmouth achieved the full five-star rating for excellence in the internationally recognised QS World University rankings 2023.
3. Career-ready graduates. With transferable skills, industry insight and professional connections, it’s no wonder 94 per cent of Portsmouth graduates are in work or further study (HESA 2021/22).
4. Fantastic facilities. With a £400m plan for the future of our campus, we’re always improving and updating – from our Centre for Creative and Immersive XR, to our sustainable sports centre.
5. Here for our students. If you’re ever struggling with anything, be it your mental health or your studies, we are here to hear you and help you.
6. Passion for the planet. Our University is working hard to become carbon positive. And through our Revolution Plastics initiative, we’re helping to make the whole world more sustainable.
7. Practical experience. From facilities that simulate workplaces, to live projects with industry and opportunities for professional placements, you’ll learn practical skills that employers value.
8. Guaranteed room in halls. All new, full-time undergraduate students who make us their firm first choice and meet accommodation deadlines are guaranteed a room in halls.
9. Great place to live. Portsmouth is a welcoming island city community with something for everyone – from sea views, beaches and Victorian piers, to lively nightlife and discount boutiques.
10. Dedicated help and guidance. From counsellors and chaplains to housing, finance and careers advisers, plus your own personal tutor, we have experts on hand to help you achieve your goals.

Halls of residence

We guarantee all new first-year undergraduate students a place in halls, if you make us your firm first choice and meet accommodation deadlines.

All halls at Portsmouth are close to everything you might need. There’s a choice of accommodation to suit a range of budgets, including: self-catered or catered, en suite or shared bathrooms, shared flats or corridor rooms, studio flats, accessible rooms and designated quieter areas.

The Residence Life team provides wellbeing and support services in halls, 24/7. We guarantee all new first-year undergraduates a place in halls if you make us your firm first choice and meet accommodation deadlines.

Location

Portsmouth isn’t just a great place to study – it’s a great place to live. Pretty beaches and gritty street art, rich in naval history and buzzing with indie start-ups, alive with possibility. With our university woven through the heart of the UK’s only island city, it’s all on your doorstep.

Getting to and from Portsmouth couldn’t be easier. There are three stations close to our campus and popular residential areas. We’re well connected to London and other major cities by train and coach.

Portsmouth is a bike friendly city – compact and mostly flat, so it’s easy and safe to cycle or simply walk around. We have a free, dedicated University bus service for students and staff during term time. This loops around our campus and popular areas where students live.

Clubs and Societies

We have a huge range of student-led groups, covering physical activities, culture, politics, faith, fun and much more. Take the stage, play in an orchestra or even present a TV programme in Victory Studios. Whatever your interests, you will find like-minded students to share them with.

What’s on offer? Your choices range from Anime, Breakdance, or Cuban Salsa, to Water Polo, Yoga, and everything in between.

Upcoming Open Days

Our Open Days run throughout the year and offer you the perfect opportunity to explore the city, the university and the courses. Visit our website to book onto the next available event.