ADVICE
Whether you need help with your study skills or other areas of your life, at Portsmouth you will be a part of a community that will support you.
Leaving home and coming to university can be a challenge for anyone. We are always here to offer a range of confidential services providing help and guidance. You can find out more at www. port. ac. uk / support.
Personal tutors Every student has their own personal tutor, who will:
Give you academic advice Answer your questions Provide pastoral care Discuss your career options Support your progress Help you perform at your best Write you an academic reference
Student Finance Centre Our Student Finance Team can provide you with:
Information on funding Advice on budgeting and living costs in the UK Support on how to keep your money safe and avoid scams and support.
Maths Café
Open to students on any and all courses, the Maths Café offers:
Free advice and help with mathematical skills A friendly, informal environment Tutors available every day Help with all maths problems, big or small
English language support
If English is not your first language, we can provide expert help to study effectively in English:
Pre-Sessional English courses( before the academic year) In-Sessional English courses( during term time)
Find out more about Pre-Sessional English on page 33.
Global Café
Our weekly Global Café event is a place to meet students from all around the world:
Learn about different cultures Practise speaking in each other’ s languages Enjoy talks from special guests Make friends and have fun
Res Life
Our Residence Life Team provide support for life in halls or private accommodation, including:
24 hours a day in-person welfare support Peer-led advice drop-in sessions Social and community activities Skills-based events on campus
Pastoral support, reflection and prayer
The Chaplaincy is open to all students, of any faith and none. You will find:
A safe and inclusive social space Free tea and coffee Space for quiet reflection and prayer Dedicated Islamic Prayer Room Pastoral support
The Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre( ASDAC)
Do you wonder if a disability, medical condition or additional learning need might affect your university experience? ASDAC provides confidential advice and guidance on subjects including:
Accessing your course Learning at degree level Assessments and exams Accessing University services
Health and wellbeing
We have a comprehensive list of nearby GP surgeries and dentists, so registering for healthcare close to campus and halls is easy. On campus itself:
Student Wellbeing Service provides emotional support through events, workshops, courses, wellbeing advice, 1:1 mental health support and counselling Wellbeing Café is a staffed, friendly meeting place where you can learn new skills related to wellbeing or just have a coffee and play board games Annual Feel Good Fest features craft workshops, displays from student societies, sports and fitness sessions, free food tasting and much more
Student Life
If you need help or guidance, a chat with the Student Life Team gets you closer to a solution. Their services include:
Pastoral support and regular check-ins Coordinating referrals to specialist services Helping students feel part of the community Developing accessible self-help resources
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