HERE WHEN YOU NEED US
The rewards of postgrad study are huge — from the career opportunities it unlocks , to the sense of pride in achieving qualifications that few people hold . This will probably be your biggest academic challenge yet . We ’ re here with advice , guidance and support whenever you need it .
EVERYTHING YOU NEED , AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Academic Skills Unit ( ASK )
Academic Skills Unit ( ASK ) provides individual tutorials , regular writing retreats , research writing expertise and resources to develop your abilities and practices .
Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre
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 .
Chaplaincy
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 .
Maths Café
Maths Café offers free advice and help to develop maths skills in a friendly environment .
Student Housing Team
Our Student Housing Team can help you find the right accommodation – from halls of residence , to private rentals or lodgings .
Students ’ Union
The Students ’ Union is the home of student-led change , representation , support , facilities , services , events , groups and activities .
Student Wellbeing Service
Visit the Student Wellbeing Service for emotional and mental health support – from counselling and advice sessions to courses that help you develop resilience .
LinkedIn Learning
Enhance your skills and knowledge with free access to LinkedIn Learning .
Throughout my time at uni , my department and ASK have supported me in developing a knowledge base , academic style and understanding of academic writing requirements allowing me to produce work at a level that will be considered for publication . I have developed my research skills which will be essential to my future goals .
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A PERFECT SPACE TO SPARK YOUR IDEAS
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Spacious , comfy and well-equipped , the University Library is open 24 / 7 during term time , and remains open with some reduced hours Monday- Saturday during the summer break . You can access round-the-clock 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 .
LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE FOR FREE
Our Institution-wide Language Programme ( IWLP ) gives all students the opportunity to learn a new language alongside their degree course for free .
Find out more at port . ac . uk / learn-a-language
SKILLS YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
If you ’ re a research degree or MRes 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 , as well as physical and virtual social events and the annual Festival of Doctoral Research .
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 exchanges with one of our overseas partner universities , to immigration advice and orientation for international students . They also organise events and experiences , including cultural summer schools with past locations including China , Malaysia , India and France .
Explore more at www . port . ac . uk / study / international-students
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
Our School of Languages and Applied Linguistics offers Pre-Sessional courses and In-Sessional English , so you can study effectively from the moment you start your postgraduate course .
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