Our offices and advisers in Portsmouth , and around the world , are here to help . We regularly travel overseas to attend events and exhibitions . If we come to your country , we will be very happy to answer your questions in person . See our travel schedule at www . port . ac . uk / meet-us-overseas .

International Orientation Programme

This programme is designed to help you settle in and make new friends before you start your course . It is completely free .

We can help with :

• completing your registration with the University

• settling into your accommodation before term starts

• learning about the support services available to you

• joining in social events including walking tours , coach tours , sporting events and plenty more

Airport pick-up service

We offer a coach pick-up service on specific dates from London Heathrow airport for a fee . We will meet you and take you straight to your accommodation . To find out more , visit www . port . ac . uk / how-to-get-here .

International Student Advisers

We want your time with us to be as enjoyable and stress free as possible , so that you are free to focus on your studies and do your best .

Our dedicated advisers are ready to help with :

• immigration and visa advice

• confidential advice

• social events and excursions

• referrals to other support services within the University

Global Community ― a whole world within your reach

This is a Facebook group run by our International Student Advice Team . Join the group to meet current students , learn about other cultures and find out about great events . With over 5,200 students at Portsmouth from all around the world , you could make a friend for life . Find out more on our Facebook group ‘ University of Portsmouth – Global Community ’.

Student advice and support services

If you have other questions , we offer a range of further support services , designed to help you . Visit www . port . ac . uk / support .

Money matters If you need advice on budgeting or managing your money , our Student Finance Centre can advise you on all your financial matters . No appointment necessary . Find out more at www . port . ac . uk / money .

Stay healthy It is a good idea to register with a doctor as soon as you arrive . We can tell you which doctor ’ s surgery is closest to your accommodation . You may also be able to register at the University Dental Academy and Eye Clinic .

Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre ( ASDAC ) If you have a disability , medical condition or additional learning needs which may affect your ability to access the campus , teaching and learning , assessment or examinations , contact ASDAC for confidential advice and guidance . Visit www . port . ac . uk / asdac for more information .

Academic help and support If you would like advice and guidance on specific academic and study skills , our Academic Skills Unit ( ASK ) can help with everything from tutorials on essay writing , through to presentations and more . Visit www . port . ac . uk / ask for more information .

Student Wellbeing Service It is natural to feel a little unsure when you move somewhere new . If you ever need a friendly ear , our Counselling and Wellbeing Services offer confidential support . Courses , workshops , self-help resources , face-to-face counselling , email counselling and mental health support are all available .

Nursery facilities Our nursery can take care of children aged between six months and five years . If you need to apply for a place , please do so as soon as you can .

Chaplaincy We offer support to all students regardless of faith or world view . A small quiet room is available for reflection , thought and prayer . There are dedicated Islamic prayer rooms , with associated ablutions .

Maths Café If you would like help with your mathematical and statistical skills , visit our Maths Café . It is free of charge and you can drop in at locations around campus for one-to-one maths support , or visit the Maths Café resource base . For more information , visit www . port . ac . uk / mathscafe .

Global Café If you want to meet other students in a friendly , informal environment then the Global Café is for you . Getting to know students from other countries , you can share knowledge and experiences of different cultures and languages , or just chat over a hot drink .