A CITY YOU JUST HAVE TO EXPERIENCE
Portsmouth is pretty beaches and vivid street art , rich in naval history and buzzing with indie start-ups , alive with possibility . Our university is woven through the heart of the UK ’ s only island city . It ’ s all on your doorstep and inspiration is yours for the taking .
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Postgraduate at Portsmouth
A CITY THAT CAN REALLY DO YOU GOOD
With open water just a short stroll from campus , some regular ‘ seafront therapy ’ can help you be a healthier , happier postgrad .
– Science shows living by the sea is good for you
– Sea air is cleaner and fresher and its high levels of oxygen can help you sleep better
– Taking a little time to just look at the water boosts dopamine , the ‘ happiness hormone ’
– Watching the waves and the broad horizon can help put things in perspective – suddenly , your worries feel a lot smaller and less overwhelming
– Because it ’ s so much nicer to be outdoors at the seaside , you get exposed to more sunlight . That ’ s great for mental health and your immune system
– A dip in mineral-rich sea water helps your body feel better . It ’ s especially great for the skin
– Whether you swim , kayak , paddleboard , walk a coastal path or jog the promenade , there are many ways to get fit and stay active – lots are free
– And the beach brings people together , creating opportunities to make friends and memories
ESSENTIAL PORTSMOUTH
Sea
Take a refreshing dip or relax on the beach . Feel adventurous ? Try kayaking , windsurfing or paddleboarding at Portsmouth Watersports Centre .
Southsea Common
A spacious place for relaxed summer picnics and winter walks , where the skies fill with colour at the annual International Kite Festival .
Maritime history
Immerse yourself in maritime history at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard . Visit the fantastic Mary Rose Museum and stroll around Nelson ’ s flagship HMS Victory .
DISCOVER YOUR PORTSMOUTH
Portsmouth Football Club
Make the most of discounted entry to Fratton Park with your Purple Ticket and cheer on Portsmouth FC : ‘ Play up Pompey , Pompey play up !’
Old Portsmouth
Indulge your creative side at the historic Hotwalls in Old Portsmouth , home to 13 artists ’ and designers ’ studios , as well as a popular waterfront café .
Gunwharf Quays and Spinnaker Tower
Take in panoramic views from The Clouds , the café / bar at the top of the 110m Spinnaker Tower . You ’ ll find it near campus at designer shopping outlet Gunwharf Quays .
By day , the city ’ s compact nature and flat terrain make it easy and quick to get around on foot or bike – from shops and galleries , to the seafront or the deck of a historic ship . By night , the city is alive with gigs , bars , restaurants , clubs and shows .
Gunwharf Quays
This waterfront shopping centre is packed with designer brand outlets offering big savings , plus a cinema , bowling alley , restaurants and bars .
Independent brands
Portsmouth is home to all kinds of inventive independent businesses – from clothing to comics , artisanal crafts , music and much more .
Amazing food
Whether you want a light bite or a meal out , you ’ ll find food from around the globe to suit any budget – from jerk chicken to Thai tapas .
When not in halls of residence , many postgrad students live in the Southsea area , at the southernmost end of our island . Friendly and lively , it ’ s close to campus and the beach .
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