As well as experiencing the UK, you can also study and work abroad in another country, thanks to our connections with universities and employers around the world.
GET THE BEST FROM global opportunities.
‘ My year studying at the University of Queensland, Australia was the best year of my life. I fell in love with the country in a matter of weeks. The people I met there will be friends for life. I could not recommend doing a year abroad enough. Genuinely a life-changing event for me.’ Connor, United Kingdom BA( Hons) International Business
Why study or work abroad?
Experience another culture Gain broader knowledge and skills Boost your confidence Build a network of international contacts Develop skills that employers value, such as languages, adaptability and resilience Stand out from other graduates with overseas experience on your CV
We help you go places
Portsmouth has partnerships with universities around the world – from Europe to North America, South America, Australia, Japan and China. Knowledge of the local language is not always required, as you will usually attend modules taught in English, opening up a wide range of exciting new opportunities.
Our students also have the opportunity to apply for funding from the Turing Scheme. This UK Government funded scheme supports you to take part in life-changing study and work placements abroad while studying with us.*
Contact our Global Mobility Team to ask about opportunities available in your subject area:
+ 44( 0) 23 9284 3488 goabroad @ port. ac. uk www. port. ac. uk / studyabroad
Learn a language for free, whatever your course
At Portsmouth, every student has the chance to learn a new language or develop skills in a language previously studied – free of charge. You could even gain credits towards your degree.
Our Institution-Wide Language Programme( IWLP) offers language modules in Arabic, British Sign Language, French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. It does not matter what your course is – you can get more from university with the IWLP.
Find out more at www. port. ac. uk / learn-a-language.
International Dual Degrees
This option allows you to gain two Bachelor’ s degrees in less time than it takes to study them separately. You will graduate with two certificates: one from the University of Portsmouth and another one from a recognised partner institution such as Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia.
Benefits of a dual degree:
• You gain two Bachelor’ s qualifications in less time than it takes to study them separately
• You benefit from teaching expertise, facilities, support and research from both institutions, giving you a more comprehensive knowledge of your subject
• You will build a global network of contacts and gain an understanding of yet another culture
• You will gain a valuable advantage in the competitive job market by demonstrating to employers you can work in multinational teams
Find out more at www. port. ac. uk / dual-degrees or look for the Dual Degree icon in the course section on pages 54 – 79. Dual degree
* The information on the Turing Scheme is accurate at the time of printing. Access to funding is subject to successful bids.
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