YOUR DEGREE ,
We love to encourage an independent frame of mind . And that goes for how you want to achieve your degree as well – if you don ’ t feel like the classic way of studying suits your way of life , this section will show you all the ways we can offer you a more flexible way to learn with us .
APPLICANTS WITHOUT FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS
We want to encourage people from all backgrounds and lived experience to join our community .
If you don ’ t have a traditional academic background , you can demonstrate talent and potential through routes other than A levels and BTECs . Our Admissions Team can advise you on pathways to higher education .
Mature students
If you ’ re over 21 and don ’ t have formal qualifications , don ’ t worry . We still consider people who have relevant work and life experience and , most importantly , enthusiasm and potential . You can be sure of the best support here , from one-to-one help with essay writing and assignments , to financial and careers support .
ADMISSIONS TEAM + 44 ( 0 ) 23 9284 5566 ADMISSIONS @ PORT . AC . UK your life , your way .
Not everyone ’ s path is the same and not everyone learns in the same way . You can join us even if you don ’ t have traditional qualifications , and fit your learning around your own needs while you ’ re here .
ALTERNATIVE COURSES
Foundation degrees
Foundation degrees ( FdA ) are higher education qualifications designed in consultation with employers . They ’ ve been developed to give you a broad range of professional skills and expertise , improve your career opportunities and boost your earning potential . They allow flexible methods of study , varying from two years full time , to three or four years part time . We offer Foundation degrees in Early Years Care and Education , and Learning Support , hosted at our partner colleges .
Please visit port . ac . uk / foundation-degrees to find out more about the Foundation degree courses we offer .
Top-up courses
If you ’ ve already done some study at higher education level , our top-up courses allow you to gain a full-honours degree in just one or two years . You might have completed a HND or a Foundation degree , or done one or two years of study at another university .
Find out more at port . ac . uk / top-up .
Short courses
Enhance your professional credentials and employability with our varied range of short courses . Keen to broaden your skills and knowledge ? Or gain accreditation in a specialist subject area ? Then you – or your employer – should consider Continued Professional Development ( CPD ).
CPD options at Portsmouth range from short workshops to programmes delivered over a number of weeks or months . For details , visit port . ac . uk / cpdcourses .
Distance learning
We ’ d love for you to join us in our unique island city community , but we understand it ’ s not possible for everyone . That ’ s why we have a range of distance learning programmes , which can be completed from nearly anywhere in the world .
For more information about the distance learning courses available , visit port . ac . uk / distancelearning .
Study a University of Portsmouth qualification with one of our partners
To help make a Portsmouth education even more accessible , we offer degrees and qualifications through partnerships with colleges in the UK and abroad . These range from HNC and HND to degree level courses . Study one , and you will be registered as a Portsmouth student , giving you access to the same quality teaching and support as on our Portsmouth campus .
Find out more at port . ac . uk / collaborative-courses .
LEARNING AT WORK
Enhance your career with our unique Learning at Work programmes . Gain a Bachelor ’ s or Master ’ s degree without taking a career break .*
Key facts about Learning at Work
Work with us to create your study plans with a combination of key modules , work-based projects and distance learning .
Create and carry out work-based projects that benefit both yourself and your employer .
Knowledge , skills and experience from previous work and study could count towards your qualification .
Choose from a range of courses at Level 6 and 7 that fit with your experience and previous qualifications , and can help with your professional recognition .
Study flexibly at home or work , and save money because you don ’ t have to visit the University campus .
Put the skills you learn to work instantly in your job , so you perform better and contribute more to the success of your company while you study .
* You must be in employment to undertake Learning at Work courses .
Visit port . ac . uk / learningatwork for current courses .
LEARNING AT WORK TEAM + 44 ( 0 ) 23 9284 6260 LEARNINGATWORK @ PORT . AC . UK
DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS
Degree apprenticeships mix our excellent academic teaching with consistent on-the-job training . So you ’ ll finish your apprenticeship already equipped with the knowledge , skills and experience you need for your chosen career .
How it works
You ’ ll need to be recruited by an employer as a degree apprentice or a current employee seeking professional development .
Degree apprenticeships take between one and five years to complete , depending on the course you take , your existing qualification and experience level .
You may go to university one day a week ( for around 30 weeks every year ) and work with your employer on the other four , but there are alternative delivery options .
International students
To be eligible to study for a degree apprenticeship , students are required to have been an EEA resident for the last three years , have a relevant visa and be in employment in the UK .
Degree apprenticeship fees
Degree apprentices do not pay their own tuition fees . The Government and / or your employer pay your university fees .
Visit port . ac . uk / degreeapprenticeships for the latest courses .
DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS TEAM + 44 ( 0 ) 23 9284 8599 DEGREE-APPRENTICESHIPS @ PORT . AC . UK
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