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A guaranteed a room in University halls of residence.
It holds the Gold standard from the UK government’s Teaching Excellence Framework. This government scheme recognized excellent teaching in UK universities.
The University of Portsmouth is the 21st best university in the UK, according to the Guardian University Guide 2020.

Master's Programmes

Business & Management (80)

M.Sc. Accounting and Data Analytics
M.Sc. Accounting and Finance
M.Phil. Accounting, Economics and Finance
M.Sc. Building Information Management
M.Sc. Building Information Management (Distance Learning)
M.A. Business Communication for International Leadership
M.A. Business Communication for International Leadership (with Professional Experience)
M.A. Business Management (Learning at Work)
M.A. Business and Computer Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Business and Management
M.Sc. Computer Network Administration And Management
M.Sc. Construction Project Management
M.Res. Creative Industries
M.Sc. Crisis and Disaster Management
M.Sc. Data Analytics
M.Sc. Data Analytics
M.Sc. Digital Business Management
M.A. Digital Marketing
M.Phil. Digital and Creative Technologies
M.Sc. Economics, Finance and Banking
Postgraduate Certificate Educational Leadership and Management
Postgraduate Diploma Educational Leadership and Management
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Degree Apprenticeship)
Postgraduate Certificate Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Diploma Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (with Professional Experience)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (with Professional Experience)
M.Sc. Energy and Power Systems Management
M.Sc. Engineering Management
M.Sc. Engineering Project Management (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Engineering and Management (Learning at Work)
M.A. Fashion Marketing
M.A. Fashion Marketing (With Professional Experience)
M.Sc. Finance
M.Sc. Forensic Accounting
M.Sc. Forensic Accounting
M.Sc. Forensic Accounting (Distance Learning) (2 Year)
M.Sc. Forensic Accounting (Distance Learning) (3 Year)
M.Sc. Global Human Resource Management
M.Sc. Global Human Resource Management (distance learning)
M.Sc. Human Resource Development (Top-up)
Postgraduate Diploma Human Resource Development and Training Management
Postgraduate Diploma Human Resource Management
M.Sc. Human Resource Management
M.Sc. Human Resource Management (Top-Up)
M.Sc. Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
M.Sc. Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
M.Sc. Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Intelligence
M.Sc. International Business and Management
M.Sc. International Finance and Banking
M.Sc. International Human Resource Management
M.A. International Marketing
M.A. International Relations and Politics
M.Sc. Leadership and Management (Top-up)
Master Learning at Work
M.Sc. Logistics and Supply Chain Management
MPA MPA Public Administration (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Marketing Analytics
M.A. Media and Communication
M.Sc. Occupational Health and Safety Management
Postgraduate Certificate Occupational Health and Safety Management (Distance Learning)
M.Phil. Organisations, Systems and People
M.Sc. Project Management
M.Sc. Project Management for Construction
MPA Public Administration (Degree Apprenticeship)
MPA Public Administration (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Real Estate Management
M.Sc. Risk and Safety Leadership (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management
M.Sc. Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management
M.Sc. Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management (Distance Learning)
M.B.A. Strategic Leadership
M.B.A. Strategic Leadership (Senior Leader Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Strategic Procurement
M.Sc. Strategic Quality Management (Distance Learning)
M.A. TESOL Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
M.A. TESOL Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) (2 Year)

Computer Science & IT (38)

M.Sc. Accounting and Data Analytics
M.Sc. Applied Computing (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Applied Science (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
M.A. Business and Computer Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Computer Animation
M.Sc. Computer Games Technology
M.Sc. Computer Network Administration And Management
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Science
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Security and Computer Forensics (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Security and Mobile Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Phil. Computing
M.Sc. Creative Technologies
M.A. Creative Technologies
Postgraduate Certificate Cyber Security (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Cyber Security and Computer Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
M.Sc. Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Diploma Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Cyber Security and Forensic Information Technology
Postgraduate Certificate Cyber Security and Mobile Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Cybercrime
M.Sc. Cybercrime (distance learning)
M.Sc. Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security
M.Sc. Data Analytics
M.Sc. Data Analytics
M.Sc. Data Analytics (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Digital Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Phil. Digital and Creative Technologies
M.Eng. Electronic Engineering
M.Sc. Geographical Information Systems
M.A. Graphic Design
M.Sc. Information Systems
M.Sc. Intelligence
M.Phil. Mechanical and Design Engineering
M.Sc. Professional Studies (Learning at Work)
M.A. Professional Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Eng. Renewable Energy Engineering

Social Sciences (38)

M.Phil. Accounting, Economics and Finance
M.Phil. Area Studies, Sociology, History, Politics and Literature
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Security and Computer Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Crime Science
M.Sc. Criminal Psychology
M.Sc. Criminal Psychology and Victimology (Distance Learning)
M.Phil. Criminology
M.Sc. Cybercrime (distance learning)
M.Sc. Cybercrime, Terrorism and Security
M.Sc. Economic Crime
M.Sc. Economics, Finance and Banking
M.Phil. Film, Media and Communication
M.Sc. Finance
M.Sc. Forensic Investigation
M.Sc. Forensic Psychology
Postgraduate Certificate Geography
M.Sc. Global Human Resource Management
M.Sc. Health Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma Human Resource Management
M.Res. Humanities and Social Sciences
M.Res. Humanities and Social Sciences (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. International Criminal Justice (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. International Criminal Justice and Intelligence
M.Sc. International Development (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. International Human Resource Management
M.A. International Relations
M.A. International Relations (Distance Learning)
M.A. International Relations and Politics
MPA MPA Public Administration (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Phil. Organisations, Systems and People
M.Sc. Psychology
M.Phil. Psychology
M.Sc. Psychology (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Psychology and Learning Disability (Distance Learning)
MPA Public Administration (Degree Apprenticeship)
MPA Public Administration (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Terrorism and Security Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Victimology

Education & Training (32)

M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning)
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning) (2 Year)
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (with Professional Experience)
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Science
M.A. Education Studies
M.A. Education Studies (with Professional Experience)
Postgraduate Certificate Educational Leadership and Management
Postgraduate Diploma Educational Leadership and Management
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Diploma Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (with Professional Experience)
M.Sc. Educational Leadership and Management (with Professional Experience)
Postgraduate Certificate English
Postgraduate Certificate Further Education and Training
Postgraduate Certificate Geography
M.Sc. Global Human Resource Management
Master Learning at Work
Postgraduate Certificate Mathematics
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - French and Italian
Master Postgraduate Teaching Apprenticeship (Secondary)
Postgraduate Certificate Primary
M.Phil. Psychology
M.Sc. Psychology
M.Sc. Psychology (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Psychology and Learning Disability (Distance Learning)
M.A. TESOL Leadership and Management (Distance Learning)
M.A. TESOL Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) (2 Year)

Engineering & Technology (31)

M.Sc. Advanced Manufacturing
M.Phil. Architecture
MArch Architecture
MArch Architecture and Professional Practice (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
M.Sc. Building Information Management
M.Sc. Building Information Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Civil Engineering
M.Phil. Civil Engineering and Surveying
M.Sc. Construction Project Management
M.A. Creative Technologies
M.Eng. Electronic Engineering
M.Phil. Electronic Engineering
M.Sc. Electronic and Electrical Engineering
M.Phil. Energy and Electronic Engineering
M.Sc. Energy and Power Systems Management
M.Sc. Engineering (Learning at Work)
Postgraduate Diploma Engineering Competence (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Sc. Engineering Geology
M.Sc. Engineering Management
M.Sc. Engineering and Management (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Maritime Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
M.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
M.Phil. Mechanical and Design Engineering
M.Sc. Music Technology
M.A. Naval History (Distance Learning)
M.A. Professional Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Quantity Surveying
M.Eng. Renewable Energy Engineering
M.Sc. Water and Environmental Engineering

Medicine & Health (27)

MN Adult Nursing
M.Sc. Advanced Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry (Top-up)
M.Sc. Advanced Restorative Dental Therapy (Distance Learning) (Top-Up)
M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
M.Sc. Clinical Exercise Science
Postgraduate Certificate Conscious Sedation for Dentistry
M.Sc. Health Psychology
M.Phil. Health and Care Professions
Postgraduate Certificate Independent Prescribing for Pharmacists
Master Learning at Work
M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology
MN Mental Health Nursing
M.Sc. Occupational Health and Safety Management
Postgraduate Certificate Occupational Health and Safety Management (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Occupational Health and Safety Management (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management
M.Sc. Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management (Learning at Work)
M.Phil. Pharmacy and Biomedical Science
M.Sc. Physician Associate Studies
M.Sc. Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
M.Sc. Psychology
M.Phil. Psychology
M.Sc. Psychology and Learning Disability (Distance Learning)
M.Res. Science and Health
M.Phil. Sport, Health and Exercise Science
M.Sc. Strength, Conditioning and Rehabilitation
M.Phil. UPDA

Arts, Design & Architecture (24)

M.Phil. Architecture
M.A. Architecture
MArch Architecture
MArch Architecture and Professional Practice (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.Phil. Art, Design and Performance
M.Sc. Building Information Management
M.Sc. Building Information Management (Distance Learning)
M.Res. Creative Industries
M.A. Creative Technologies
M.Sc. Creative Technologies
M.A. Fashion Marketing
M.A. Fashion and Textiles
M.Sc. Film and Television
M.A. Film and Television Production
M.Phil. Film, Media and Communication
Master Final Examination in Professional Practice (Part 3) Architecture
M.A. Graphic Design
M.A. Illustration
M.A. Interior Architecture and Design
M.Phil. Mechanical and Design Engineering
M.Sc. Music Technology
M.A. Photography
M.A. Theatre - Socially Engaged Practice
M.A. Victorian Gothic - History, Literature and Culture (Distance Learning)

Humanities (24)

M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning)
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (Distance Learning) (2 Year)
M.A. Applied Linguistics and TESOL (with Professional Experience)
M.Phil. Area Studies, Sociology, History, Politics and Literature
M.A. Creative Writing
M.Phil. Education, Languages and Linguistics
Postgraduate Certificate English
M.Res. Humanities and Social Sciences
M.Res. Humanities and Social Sciences (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - French and Italian
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - French and Mandarin
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - French and Spanish
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - German and French
Postgraduate Certificate Modern Foreign Languages - Spanish and French
M.A. Naval History (Distance Learning)
M.A. Photography
M.A. TESOL Leadership and Management (Distance Learning) (2 Year)
M.A. Theatre - Socially Engaged Practice
M.A. Translation Studies
M.A. Translation Studies (Distance Learning)
M.A. Victorian Gothic - History, Literature and Culture (Distance Learning)

Applied Sciences & Professions (18)

Postgraduate Certificate Computer Security and Computer Forensics (Distance Learning)
Postgraduate Certificate Computer Security and Mobile Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Crisis and Disaster Management
Postgraduate Diploma Cyber Security and Digital Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Cyber Security and Forensic Information Technology
Postgraduate Certificate Cyber Security and Mobile Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Cybercrime
Postgraduate Certificate Digital Forensics (Distance Learning)
M.A. Fashion Marketing
M.A. Fashion Marketing (With Professional Experience)
M.A. Fashion and Textiles
M.Sc. Forensic Investigation
M.Sc. Geological and Environmental Hazards
M.Sc. Maritime Studies (Learning at Work)
M.A. Naval History (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Real Estate Management
M.Sc. Risk, Crisis and Resilience Management
M.Sc. Social Work

Natural Sciences & Mathematics (18)

M.Sc. Applied Aquatic Biology
M.Phil. Biological Sciences
M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
M.Sc. Biotechnology
M.Phil. Cosmology and Gravitation
M.Sc. Data Analytics
Postgraduate Certificate Independent Prescribing for Pharmacists
Postgraduate Certificate Mathematics
M.Phil. Mathematics
M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology
M.Phil. Physics
M.A. Professional Studies (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Professional Studies (Learning at Work)
Postgraduate Certificate Science
M.Res. Science and Health
Postgraduate Certificate Science with Biology
Postgraduate Certificate Science with Chemistry
Postgraduate Certificate Science with Physics

Law (14)

LL.M. Corporate Governance and Law
M.Sc. Crime Science
M.Sc. Criminal Psychology
M.Phil. Criminology
M.Sc. Cybercrime
M.Sc. Economic Crime
M.Sc. International Criminal Justice (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. International Criminal Justice and Intelligence
LL.M. Law
M.Phil. Law
LL.M. Law and LegalTech
MPA Public Administration (Degree Apprenticeship)
MPA Public Administration (Distance Learning)
M.Sc. Victimology

Journalism & Media (13)

M.Sc. Creative Technologies
M.Sc. Digital Media
M.Sc. Film and Television
M.A. Film and Television Production
M.Phil. Film, Media and Communication
M.A. Illustration
M.A. Journalism (Distance Learning)
M.A. Journalism (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship)
M.A. Media and Communication
M.A. Photography
M.A. Translation Studies
M.A. Translation Studies (Distance Learning)
M.A. Translation Studies (Distance Learning) (2 Year)

Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (11)

M.Sc. Applied Aquatic Biology
M.Sc. Applied Science (Learning at Work)
M.A. Architecture
M.Sc. Coastal and Marine Resource Management
M.Phil. Earth and Environmental Sciences
M.Sc. Engineering Geology
M.Sc. Environmental Geology and Land Contamination
M.Sc. Geological and Environmental Hazards
M.Sc. Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management
M.Sc. Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Water and Environmental Engineering

Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (6)

M.Sc. Applied Science (Learning at Work)
M.Sc. Clinical Exercise Science
M.Sc. Sport Management
M.Phil. Sport, Health and Exercise Science
M.Sc. Sports Performance
M.Sc. Strength, Conditioning and Rehabilitation

Agriculture & Forestry (1)

M.Sc. Coastal and Marine Resource Management

About

History

1908 - Park building opened as a Municipal college and public library with a focus on chemistry and engineering
1945 – We started teaching arts and humanities subjects
1969 – We became Portsmouth Polytechnic
1992 – After a decade of one of the largest and best performing polytechnics in the UK, we received university status and the University of Portsmouth was born

Education

Teaching comes first at the University of Portsmouth and our students are central to everything we do. University of Portsmouth offer more than 190 undergraduate degrees and 150 postgraduate and doctorate degrees and programmes across a broad range of subject areas.

The students benefit from opportunities such as:

Work-related learning experiences
Volunteering opportunities
Learning a language free of charge
Exchange and study abroad opportunities
Student competitions, including GameJam and the Enterprise Showcase

Research

University of Portsmouth is a globally responsible institution, committed to identifying and solving problems, enriching people’s lives and creating lasting impact. University of Portsmouth wants to help shape the future and know it takes more than words to make a difference.

That’s exactly what our research aims to do. The University is making a significant difference in the world. 78% of our research impact was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in REF.

The belief in knowledge-sharing makes our research exceptional and relevant. The approach is always collaborative, and we work with local and global partners in education and industry.

Career

97.5% of graduates are working in further study six month after graduation (DLHE) and University of Portsmouth is the No.1 in the UK for boosting graduate salaries (The Economist).
The Careers and Employability Service and staff can help you find suitable work placements and other opportunities to enhance you career prospects.
All of the courses include work-related learning, such as integrated work placements and sandwich years, visits from employers and activities in simulation work environments – for example, our replica law court, journalism newsroom, model pharmacy and TV studios.
Plus, you’ll have access to support from the Careers and Employability Service for up to five years after you graduate.

University of Portsmouth Scholarships

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Below you will find scholarships for University of Portsmouth. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Unite Scholarship – a free place in halls

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Education Future International Scholarship

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Education Future

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BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission

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Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute

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Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship

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The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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Simmons and Fletcher

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1st Formations Business Scholarship

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Chevening Scholarships

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Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship

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WEAR & I

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Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships for International Students

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The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship

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The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship

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Blossom Law

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The Annual IELTSing Scholarship

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World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship

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Lawyers of Tomorrow Scholarship

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Law Offices of James F. DiQuattro

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NextLevel Student Scholarship

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Unite Scholarship – a free place in halls

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

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University of Portsmouth

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Education Future International Scholarship

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Education Future

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BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission

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Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest

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Ayn Rand Institute

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Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship

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The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest

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1st Formations Business Scholarship

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Chevening Scholarships

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Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship

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Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships for International Students

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Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021

GSSA 2021

The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!

Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction Awards

University Ranking

World University Rankings by Times Higher Education

2024

401

2023

401 100

2022

501

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities

2024

502 199

2023

701 -50

2022

651

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University

2023

901 -100

2022

801 -300

2021

501

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report

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2023

558 36

2022

594

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

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Services

Student services

University of Portsmouth offers support and advice to all students, including:

Finance support and advice
Additional support and disability advice
Academic help and support
Student wellbeing service
Nursery facilities
Chaplaincy and prayer facilities
Maths café
Global café

Housing services

University of Portsmouth are able to guarantee a room in University halls of residence to all new, full-time students who make us their firm, first choice and meet accommodation deadlines when starting courses in September or October. There is a huge range of student accommodation to choose from, including:

Self-catered or catered
En suite or shared bathrooms
Shared flats or corridor rooms
Studio flats
Female or male-only designated areas
Designated quieter rooms
Wellbeing support in halls

There are also plenty of private rented shared houses and flats and lodgings close to the University and the city centre.

Library services

The spacious, comfortable and well-equipped library in open 24 hours a day during term time. It boasts meeting pods, bookable group study rooms with presentation facilities, soft seating areas, a café and almost 390,00 printed books, 700,000 ebooks and 55,000 journals. Friendly staff are there to help ¬¬– you can chat to a librarian online or by phone 24/7 all year.

ICT services

The students have access to all the following and more:

Wi-Fi across campus
Free IT support
Laptops of 24-hour loan
Computer suites with specialised software and equipment
Free Microsoft Office download
Open access areas, printing and scanning facilities and group working areas

Medical services

It is a good idea to register with a doctor as soon as you arrive. We can advise on which surgery is closest to your accommodation. You can also register at the University Dental Academy and Eye Clinic. Alternatively, there are a range of dentists and opticians throughout the city.

Student Life

Campus life

University of Portsmouth is a city campus based in the heart of Portsmouth, a compact island city. Most University buildings and halls of residences are right in the city centre and everything you need ¬– entertainment, shopping, the seafront – is in easy reach.

Southsea seafront is a short walk from the city centre and main University campus. Here you can enjoy fantastic sea views, four miles of beach and the green spaces of Southsea Common.

If you want to see more of the UK, you will find good road and rail links to other major cities. London is just 90 minutes away via a direct train. Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports are within each reach.

Sports facilities

The facilities include our 100+ station gym with free weights and abdominal areas, sports halls, outdoor football and rugby pitches, tennis and squash courts, astro turf and 3G pitches. The sports instructors lead around 50 exercise classes a week in air-conditioned studios.

2021 will see the opening of a new £53 million indoor sports facility featuring:

Eight-lane swimming pool
Eight-court sports hall
Extensive gym with 175 fitness stations
Multipurpose studios
Climbing wall with bouldering facility
Ski simulator

Student clubs

The Students’ Union enriches the daily lives of Portsmouth students. They give a voice to our students, with access to support and advice when you need it. They also provide weird, wonderful and thought-provoking activities and services which broaden your horizons, make you more employable, and help you make lifelong friends and support you through student life.

The Students’ Union has a huge range of student-led societies, covering physical activities, culture, politics, faith and much more. Take to the stage, play in an orchestra or even present a TV programme in Victory Studios. Whatever your interests, you will find other students who share them.

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