We are a dynamic and ambitious university where we want every student , whatever their background , to reach their potential through our innovative and inclusive education .

Here you will find a high standard of teaching , proven career prospects when you graduate , a student friendly city , and all the help you need to make the most of university .

We enable more than just academic achievement from our students . Through our outstanding student experience , we will help you become knowledgeable , intellectually curious , responsible , independent and set for success in your future career . These are the hallmarks we support all our students to develop .

The future looks very bright for Portsmouth alumni , with 94 per cent of graduates in work or further study when surveyed 15 months after leaving us * .

At Portsmouth , you can expect an education grounded in research , professional practice and industry experience . You ’ ll learn from experts who are leaders in their field . They ’ re keen to support you to achieve your best and prepare you for a rewarding future .

Researchers who teach our students are making the world a better place through new discoveries and innovative activities . 77 per cent of our research was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the most recent Research Excellence Framework ( 2021 ) † . This makes us one of the top three modern UK universities for research power .

We are also determined to play our part in tackling climate change and plastic pollution , not only through our research , but also by embedding sustainability into everything we do on campus and beyond .

Portsmouth is more than just a great place to study . It has also been voted the second best place to live in the UK †† . Whatever your interest , you ’ ll find it in this friendly city , where so many amenities for life and leisure are within walking distance . To make your transition from home easier and more enjoyable , we guarantee all first-year students a place in halls when we ’ re your firm first choice and you meet our deadlines § .

Professor Graham Galbraith CBE , Vice-Chancellor

* HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020 / 21 † Research Excellence Framework 2021 †† Best place to live in the UK , Nomads Nation 2023 § Deadlines apply

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