The University of Portsmouth is a public university located in Portsmouth, Hampshire, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes. The university is known for its strengths in engineering, health, business, law, creative technologies, science, and social sciences. Portsmouth places strong emphasis on employability, professional accreditation, applied research, and industry links, with many courses offering placements, live projects, and real-world learning.
The main campus is situated in central Portsmouth, close to the city centre, historic waterfront, and cultural venues. The campus features modern teaching buildings, laboratories, creative studios, sports facilities, and student accommodation. Portsmouth benefits from excellent transport links—Portsmouth & Southsea railway station, motorway connections, and ferry services—supporting strong employer engagement and access to the wider South East region.
The University of Portsmouth is proud to put teaching first and courses are designed to meet the demands of employers. Studying at Portsmouth provides you with life skills to develop your career with 93% of graduates either working or studying following their course.
Students who have applied with Global Study UK have chosen a range of courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. These include:
Pharmacy
Business and Management
Computer Science
International Relations and Politics
Digital Marketing
Graphic Design
Business and Management
International Relations
Finance
Mechanical Engineering
Portsmouth provides comprehensive student support: personal tutors and academic advisers; Careers and Employability Service with placements, internships, employer events, and CV/interview coaching; wellbeing, mental health, and counselling services; disability and inclusive learning support (assessments and adjustments); study skills workshops; international student services (visa and immigration advice, orientation, and pastoral care); financial advice, scholarships, and hardship funds; and accommodation guidance for on- and off-campus housing. Specialist support is available for placement, clinical, and creative students.
– Undergraduate (typical): UK A-levels, BTEC, T-levels, Access to HE or international equivalents (IB and overseas qualifications). Typical offers vary by course (commonly CCC–ABB depending on subject and selectivity). Some programmes require subject prerequisites, portfolios (creative subjects), auditions, work experience, or DBS/health checks (health/education).
– Foundation and pathway routes: Foundation years and international pathway programmes are available for applicants needing academic or language preparation.
– Mature and alternative entry: Consideration is given to mature applicants and those with recognised prior learning or substantial professional experience.
– Postgraduate taught (typical): A UK honours degree (2:2 or above) or international equivalent is commonly required; some courses accept significant professional experience or a strong application.
– Postgraduate research (MPhil/PhD): Admission normally requires a relevant master’s degree or strong honours degree, a research proposal, and a supervisor match; funding and supervisor availability influence offers.
– English language: International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency via approved tests (typical thresholds often IELTS 6.0–6.5 overall depending on programme).
– Other requirements: Certain programmes require DBS/health checks (health/education), portfolios, auditions, interviews, or professional registration. Check individual course pages for precise criteria.
