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Key facts

  • Type
    Public
  • International students
    5200
  • Nationalities
    150
  • Total programs
    455

Study abroad at the University of Portsmouth

Located on England’s south coast, the University of Portsmouth is an exciting institution that strives to do things differently. By pushing boundaries in teaching, research, and student support, the institution empowers every pupil to realize their personal and professional dreams.

The University offers hundreds of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across a wide array of areas. Portsmouth is particularly admired for its teaching and research in sport science, astrophysics, and cybersecurity.

Students have some of the UK’s best educational facilities at their fingertips, including state-of-the-art lab and testing facilities, outstanding athletic venues, and inspiring teaching spaces. All courses are led by the University’s expert faculty, most of whom have priceless industry experience.

With more than 150 student-led clubs you’ll have no trouble finding like-minded people at Portsmouth. The University is also home to 26 competitive athletic teams. They compete against other institutions in British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) leagues.

University campus in multiple locations

Why study at the University of Portsmouth

  • Quality teaching

    The University was awarded the gold standard of teaching from the UK government’s Teaching Excellence Framework

  • 5-star experience

    Portsmouth holds a 5-star rating from QS Stars University Ratings for areas like teaching, internationalization, and inclusiveness

  • Investment in facilities

    The University will be investing £400 million in the coming years to give students access to unbeatable facilities

  • Student satisfaction

    Portsmouth achieved an overall satisfaction rate of 86%, with several courses receiving 100% satisfaction (2020 National Student Survey)

Location

University of Portsmouth

University House, Winston Churchill Ave, Portsmouth PO1 2UP, United Kingdom

Portsmouth is famed for its historic dockyard and naval heritage, and blends the best of urban life with stunning sandy beaches and seaside views.

Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    from £18,100 to £25,400 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from £15,000 to £17,600 per year

Funding

Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

Eligible students will be able to receive the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship. This scholarship will take the form of a £1,600 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

This scholarship is merit-based for January 2024 entry onwards, eligible applicants can be considered for the Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship. This scholarship will take the form of a £3,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

Visa requirements for the University of Portsmouth

UK student visa requirements

Life at the University of Portsmouth

The University of Portsmouth is an international institution with a global vision. Over 5,000 international students from 150 countries have already chosen Portsmouth as their home from home, but the University is always looking to extend its reach.

The University’s specialist international student advisors will support you at every stage of your study abroad adventure. They’re always ready to help you sort your visa, set up a bank account, plan your finances, find employment, and much more. You can find these services in Portsmouth and key locations across the globe thanks to the University’s 78-strong network of regional offices.

As well as arranging an impressive program of welcome events, the University guarantees accommodation in one of its residence halls for all incoming, full-time students who select Portsmouth as their first-choice institution.

Facilities

  • Fitness Centre
    • Treatment Rooms
    • Sauna / Steam Rooms
    • Personal Trainers
    • Climbing Walls
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fitness Center Physiotherapist
    • Spin Studio
    • Machines
    • Free Weights
    • Dance Studio
    • Fitness Classes
  • Sports Facilities
    • Natural Turf American Football Pitches
    • Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
    • Sport facilities
  • Tutoring Support
    • Academic Tutoring & Support
    • Student Tutoring & Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Minor Surgery
    • Travel Vaccinations
    • Physiotherapy
    • Emergency Contraception
    • Family Planning
    • Campus Doctor
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services
    • Campus Pharmacy
  • Praying Rooms
    • Group Praying Rooms
    • Language Center
    • Chaplaincy
    • Workshops
    • Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
    • Skills classes
    • Individual Praying Rooms
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • Climbing Wall
    • Tennis Courts
    • Swimming pools
    • Badminton Courts
    • Basketball Courts
    • volleyball courts
    • Squash Courts
  • IT Support
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Loan Laptops
  • Transport
    • Bike Rental
    • Airport Shuttle Service
    • Campus parking
    • On-Campus Shuttle
    • Campus Bus Service
    • Car Rental
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Bars
    • Restaurants
    • Cafe’s
  • Library
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Individual Study Rooms
    • Quiet Areas
    • Computer labs
  • Clubs & Organisations
    • 128 Clubs & Organizations

Student reviews for the University of Portsmouth

Overall rating

4.1
10 reviews
  • Overall experience
    4.5
  • Academic
    4.2
  • University social
    3.9
  • Accommodation
    3.7
  • University facilities
    4.1
Ssapan Patel
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Studied Logistics at University of Portsmouth
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    1
  • Accommodation
    3
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about the University of Portsmouth

Everything is as expected. Only because of covid-19 the experience has been affected badly.

Jennifer Zwarthoed
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Studied Adult Education at University of Portsmouth
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    4
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    3
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about the University of Portsmouth

The University of Portsmouth has a slightly bad rep in England, but for me it has been an amazing experience. There are a lot of international students, and its really easy to socialise with different groups of students when you live in university halls. Accomodation offered by the university could be improved depending on the halls that you choose. There is a free Uni bus that runs through most of the city, which is amazing.

Prashansa Gotame
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Studied Biochemistry at University of Portsmouth
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    3
  • University social
    2
  • Accommodation
    2
  • University facilities
    2
Tell us about the University of Portsmouth

The university provides Accomodation and library photocopy books etc

Panna Kalman
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Studied Criminology at University of Portsmouth
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about the University of Portsmouth

It has really good sport faculties, It is easy to get from one place to the other there is even a free bus

Guilherme Abdala
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Studied International Development at University of Portsmouth
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    3
  • University facilities
    4
Tell us about the University of Portsmouth

Very welcoming, good facilities and staff. Easy to move around town and pretty decent nightlife.

What the University of Portsmouth says

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    Mark Ovens
    Mark Ovens says:

    Portsmouth is ranked 21st in the UK University Rankings (Guardian 2020), and among the top modern university in the United Kingdom in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

    We have almost 4,000 international and EU students from over 140 different countries, giving us a multicultural and dynamic feel to our campus. We have made investments in excess of £100 million in to our buildings and resources over the last 10 years including a brand news sports centre which will be finished in 2021.

    Our location is fantastic: you’ll be greeted by miles of beautiful beaches, pretty green spaces and a friendly, optimistic vibe.

    The city sits just across the Channel from mainland Europe, and is home to people from every corner of the world. We also get some of the UK’s best weather: our springs and summers are sunnier and warmer than elsewhere in the UK, and our winters are milder.

    Nobody comes to university just to earn a degree: you’re here to grow as a person, to meet new friends, to learn more about your interests and to explore your potential career. We’re here to help with all of that. Our Students’ Union (UPSU) is run for students, by students. It promotes your rights and looks after your wellbeing. UPSU is consistently ranked one of the UK’s top 20 unions, and can support and advise you on everything from housing to health. We’ve also got a University wellbeing team who’ll look out for you while you’re with us. If you’re worried about money, health, housing, your studies or anything else, the team are on-hand to listen and help. We’re number 1 in the UK for boosting graduate salaries, thanks to our great links with industry. Our Placement Officers who can fix you up with work experience at local, national and international employers; and our Careers and Employability service, where you can get expert, tailored advice on finding a job and developing your career for up to 5 years after you graduate.