University of Portsmouth

Future Technology Centre

The Future Technology centre is an exciting new space for engineering students to explore today’s new and emerging technologies. Combining face-to-face traditional learning with hands-on experience of specialist technology, its spaces will introduce students to advanced techniques and provide a bespoke environment for the innovators of the future.

Ravelin Park Sports Facility

Facilities already include sports halls, outdoor football and rugby pitches, tennis and squash courts, astro turf and 3G pitches. In 2021 they are going to get even better, with the opening of a new £53m indoor sports facility, featuring an eight-lane swimming pool, eight-court sports hall, extensive gym with 175 fitness stations, multipurpose studios, climbing wall with bouldering facility and ski simulator.

The University of Portsmouth has a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) – one of only four Gold-rated universities in the south east of England.

The TEF is the UK Government’s first assessment of university teaching. A panel of experts, including academics, students and employer representatives decided the Teaching Excellence Framework awards.

The panel judged that the University of Portsmouth “delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. It is of the highest quality found in the UK.”

Students choosing Portsmouth will be studying at a highly ranked university. The Gold-rating sees the institution ranked among the top 20% of the 299 UK universities and colleges that entered the TEF.

The support that the University offers students, the industry-standard facilities, and the way Portsmouth prepares students for successful careers after graduation are major factors in the Gold rating.

A distinctive student experience and a technology inclusive approach designed to prepare students for future careers are contributing factors to the award. Students are taught by dedicated academics who are familiar with the latest developments in their industries.

The University of Portsmouth is divided into five faculties with outstanding facilities and expert teaching staff.

• The Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries comprises courses, research, enterprise and innovation activities concerned with the practice, analysis and criticism of the creative industries.

Architecture and Art and Design courses are prominent study options in this faculty.

• The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences offers courses and undertakes research in a wide range of subjects such as languages, criminology and education among others.

The Modern Languages course provides options such as translation and interpreting and language for professional communication.

TESOL and Translations is a practical, accredited course designed for language graduates and practicing translators.

• The Faculty of Business and Law has an excellent record in teaching and research. Portsmouth Business School brings together a number of programmes which help launch and advance careers. Portsmouth Law School is a highly-regarded provider of legal education.

The faculty offers the Accounting, Economics and Finance, Business and Management and Law and Criminology study options among others.

• The Faculty of Science and Health has a reputation for excellence in both research and teaching. Each department features top-of-the-range facilities, international researchers and knowledgeable staff. The Science department has close working relationships with many industrial and professional employers, which prepares students for a career in the science field and beyond.
• The Faculty of Technology offers advanced teaching and research in fields such as Engineering, Civil Engineering and Computing.

Popular fields of study in this faculty are Computing and Engineering that offer accredited courses and advanced research opportunities.

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The University of Portsmouth has course specific entry requirements but students need to meet generic conditions for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Specific entry requirements are detailed on each course page. As a guide, for degree level study, applicants need to have the equivalent of:

• 2 or 3 good 'A' Levels (GCE Advanced Level)
• Or a recognised Access/Foundation course
• Or an International Baccalaureate (minimum score 24)
• Or an EDEXCEL (BTEC) National Certificate or Diploma (Merit profile)
• Or High School Leaving Certificate, if it is deemed equivalent to 'A' Level Standard
• Some courses have higher entry requirements, especially where they are recognised by professional bodies.

As a guide, for masters level applications, applicants will need to have:

• A good degree pass in a relevant discipline or equivalent, or
• Relevant work experience in the appropriate field

Every application is considered individually and many factors such as maturity, motivation and work experience are considered in support of the application.

Applications are welcome from students with advanced standing for direct entry to Portsmouth programmes. Students should forward copies of their transcripts (in English) with their application forms, so that an assessment can be made with regard to recognition of previous study.

The applicant’s level of English must be sufficient for studying the chosen course. The student must be able to contribute to classes and pass assignments and examinations. As a general guide, the following English language requirements must be fulfilled:

• IELTS 5.5 for foundation
• IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate and
• IELTS 6.0 to 7.0 for postgraduate entry

Specific scores might be required depending on the course.

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Portsmouth offers excellent facilities including a model pharmacy, courtroom, forensics house, creative studios, tv studios and cutting-edge laboratories. As a city campus, all teaching facilities and most of the residences are in the centre of Portsmouth. The campus is made up of over 40 buildings with green grass spaces and communal areas such as cafés and shops.

The University has invested £150 million into buildings and resources over the last 10 years to give students facilities that will prepare them for the working world, and to assist researchers in pursuing groundbreaking studies in their field.

Learning at Portsmouth is much more than being in a lecture theatre. For many of the courses, students work in real-life learning environments such as a courtroom or pharmacy. These simulated environments demonstrate the strong professionalism of the courses and prepare learners for employment.

Students have access to free WiFi and use of around 3,000 PCs and 1,000 laptops across the campus. Open 24/7 during term time, the library provides:

• Access to over 389,000 books, 725,355 e-books and 56,290 journals, with extensive off-campus access to e-resources
• Access to various DVDs, maps, online newspapers and microfilms
• A wealth of PCs and laptops available for student use, with free WiFi throughout
• The ability to borrow books from other libraries
• Group study rooms
• Courses to help with stud and research

The student IT support centre provides 24/7 IT support, and hands-on assistance with problems.

International students are expected to be fully self-supporting whilst studying at Portsmouth. Before being granted a visa to come and study in the UK, the student must submit proof of adequate financial provision.

The British government, however, offers some awards to international students through the British Council. Applications are through British Council offices in the student’s home country.

• For September 2020 entry onwards, eligible students will be able to receive the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship. This scholarship will take the form of a £1600 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
• For September 2020 entry onwards eligible students will be able to receive the Chancellors Global Academic Merit Scholarship. This scholarship will take the form of a £5000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study. This scholarship is merit based so students would need to have met all their offer conditions by 1st June 2020 (for September 2020 entry).

Eligibility varies depending on course of study and nationality. Find out more about the scholarships offered.

Some scholarships are available to help with the financial costs of going to university. These include the following:

• Santander Scholarships: The scholarships, which take the form of a fee waiver are awarded on academic merit. Eligible candidates, in receipt of an unconditional offer, are invited to apply for the scholarship.
• Chevening Scholarships: The highly sought-after scholarships are awarded to outstanding scholars with leadership potential. Awards are typically for a one-year masters degree in any subject.
• Commonwealth Scholarships: Commonwealth Scholarship Commission supports scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate study and professional development.
• GREAT Scholarships: GREAT Scholarships are available to students from India and China and are offered in partnership with the British Council.