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Here when you need us
YOU ’ RE NOT ON YOUR OWN WHEN YOU STUDY AT PORTSMOUTH . WE ’ RE HERE WITH ADVICE , GUIDANCE AND SUPPORT TO HELP YOU GET THE BEST FROM YOUR EXPERIENCE .
Best begins with everything you need , at your fingertips
• Academic Skills Unit ( ASK ) provides individual tutorials , regular writing retreats , research writing expertise and resources to develop your abilities and practices .
• If you have additional learning needs that impact your ability to access the campus , curriculum , teaching , learning , assessment or examinations , our Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre offers confidential advice and guidance .
• Our Chaplaincy is a peaceful place to meet friends , and for reflection and prayer . There are also dedicated Islamic prayer facilities . Whether you ’ re a person of faith or not , pop in for free tea and coffee or for spiritual , ethical and emotional support .
• If you have a child aged six months to four years , ask about a place at our nursery .
• Maths Café offers free advice and help to develop maths skills in a friendly environment .
• Our Student Housing Team can help you find the right accommodation – from halls of residence , to private rentals or lodgings .
• The Students ’ Union is the home of student-led support , representation , facilities , services , entertainment , societies and activities .
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• Visit the Student Wellbeing Service for emotional and mental health support – from counselling and advice sessions to courses that help you develop resilience .
• Enhance your skills and knowledge with free access to LinkedIn Learning .
with a perfect space to spark your ideas
Spacious , comfy and well-equipped , the University Library is open 24 / 7 during term time , and from 8.00am until midnight during the summer break . You can access round-theclock online chat and phone support all year round . In addition , your dedicated library subject team offers in-depth subject-specific research support , advice and consultations , and can help you develop more effective search strategies to use in your research .
The Library is very well stocked with over 390,000 printed books , 765,000 ebooks and nearly 59,000 journals . As a postgraduate , you ’ ll enjoy access to an exclusive study suite with silent study rooms and a social learning space , plus extensive potential for interlibrary loans . You can get the best out of working anywhere , anytime thanks to AppsAnywhere – the University ’ s app store , with software and apps for study and work . when learning a new language
Our Institution-wide Language Programme ( IWLP ) gives all students the opportunity to learn a new language alongside their degree course for free . In some cases , you will also gain credits towards your degree . Find out more at port . ac . uk / learn-a-language .
with the skills you need to succeed
If you ’ re a research degree student , the Graduate School can help at all the key steps – from a welcoming and helpful two-day induction to the momentous day of your viva voce ( oral defence ). They provide bespoke online and in-person training in research skills and professional development , plus the annual Festival of Doctoral Research and online social events .
with help to settle , study and thrive in a new country
Whether you ’ re joining us from another country or you ’ re a UK student keen to study abroad , University of Portsmouth Global is your first port of call . The team can help with all kinds of things – from immigration advice and orientation , to exchanges with one of our overseas partner universities . They also organise events and experiences , including two-week cultural summer schools with past locations including India , China and Malaysia .
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