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A PLACE TO LEARN in your way .

' The most exciting thing that has happened since I ’ ve been here is probably getting to talk to the former
Director-General of UNESCO , Irina Bokova , at the Harvard National Model UN conference . I represented the University of Portsmouth as a delegate , and I learnt so much during that week . It was inspiring and rewarding beyond words . '
Samantha Chihuri BA ( Hons ) International Relations
WELCOME TO AN INDEPENDENT STATE OF MIND
Our goal is to give you the knowledge and skills that create strong minded , free thinking graduates . We do that by firstly recognising that every student needs their own approach when it comes to learning .
We see you as unique , so we ’ ve got a unique approach to helping you achieve your goals with us :
Be a part of a modern , inclusive , personalised and highly supportive learning environment Experience carefully blended types of teaching – from face-to-face classes , to interactive online content – that will help prepare you for the modern workplace Great opportunities like international exchanges , work placements and live projects with global brands and companies Extensive digital resources and access to modern simulation facilities help to create a rich environment to learn in Your course curriculum will show you the latest research and developments in professional practices We ’ ll help you develop into a truly independent thinker – and we ’ ll challenge you to grow , achieve and succeed If studying full time doesn ’ t suit your lifestyle , take a look at our flexible ways to learn on pages 130-132
Teaching excellence
We want to create graduates that stand out from the crowd , and we do that with outstanding teaching .
Here ’ s how we ’ ll get you ready for the next stage in your life :
Lecturers are experts ( and often pioneers ) in their fields , which means you ’ ll learn from people who are at the active forefront of your chosen subject The curriculum is informed by world-leading research , so you can explore the latest theories , test new ideas and even contribute to fresh discoveries Many of our learning environments simulate workplaces – from our mock courtroom to our industry-standard newsroom , professional interpreter suite , and our Bloomberg Suite which features the same analytic software used by City traders
Find out more about BA ( Hons ) International Relations on page 110
The best place for careers advice
From your first day to five years after graduation , you ’ ll have access to the expert guidance of our Careers and Employability Service . They ’ ll offer free help with everything you need for planning your career . From work experience and volunteering , to part time and full time job opportunities and even starting your own business , we have you covered . They even have their own recruitment team to help source graduate roles and arrange interviews for you .
No wonder students placed us in the top 10 for career prospects .*
* Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2022
Taking time to change lives
We put your learning from our courses into practice out in the local community :
' I chose Portsmouth because it ’ s one of the top unis for Criminology . In the classroom we do practicals that are exactly what the police do . There are industry experts that you can ’ t get anywhere else and there is a really good support system , especially for estranged students . '
Leah Jackson BSc ( Hons ) Criminology and Forensic Studies
Student dental teams provide treatment to NHS patients in our Dental Academy Law students provide free legal advice to members of the community in our Law Clinic Sport and exercise science students run coaching courses at local schools Students in our Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries engage with a wide range of charities and community partners
Find out more about BSc ( Hons ) Criminology and Forensic Studies on page 88
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