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Portsmouth is in general a safe city but it is always a good idea to be aware of our Safer Students tips. There are a few things that you can start doing right now such as: register your phone for free at www.immobilise.com : it will help the police to return your phone if stolen [...] Continue reading »

Portsmouth is generally a safe city but as everywhere else in the world, it pays to be wise and exercise some caution when you arrive to your new home. Here’s a list of Safer Students tips to keep you safe at home either if you are living in halls or in private accommodation: make sure [...] Continue reading »

Portsmouth is a flat city and ideal for walking and cycling. Cycling is cheap, ecologically friendly and a great way to move in the city. Bring your bicycle or buy one when you arrive in Portsmouth and you will have a great time here, as long as you use your common sense and apply the [...] Continue reading »

Your safety is very important to both the University and the police, and should also be important to you when you start your life at university. At the University we have a dedicated Police Liaison Officer, PC Dave Fairbrother. He is available every Thursday between 12.00 noon and 1.00pm outside the University Library throughout the [...] Continue reading »

If you are an International or EU student, the University of Portsmouth International Office has prepared some events to help you find your way in the city and the University. Airport pick-up service The International Office offers an airport pick-up service (a fee will apply) from London Heathrow Airport to meet all new international and [...] Continue reading »

The University bus is free for students and staff to travel between Langstone and Guildhall Campus. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You will need to show your campus card (issued at registration) to the driver. There is a weekly service from Monday to Friday (07.40am to 11.10pm) and a weekend service (11.00am [...] Continue reading »

As you know, it is important that you register with a doctor as soon as you have a term-time address in Portsmouth. You can choose any GP as long as they are located near your home in Portsmouth. If you are a full-time University student living on Portsea Island you can then register with the [...] Continue reading »

University life is full of exciting experiences, new friends, independence and personal growth. With all the things happening around you, it is not surprising that at some point, you may feel a bit low or confused. Many students resolve their problems with the help of family, friends, staff in their academic department, their GP (remember [...] Continue reading »

Throughout your time at Portsmouth, you’ll want to be sure that you have the best computing facilities and resources to support you in your studies. The University’s five faculties have extensive computing facilities, with a large number of high spec PCs with Windows 7 as well as Apple MACs, all running the latest software for [...] Continue reading »

Do you have a business idea? Once you get to the University, come and have a chat with Purple Door Careers and Recruitment. We have years of experience in helping students and companies to make ideas become reality. We want to inspire Portsmouth students to learn and succeed in entrepreneurship through developing enterprise skills and [...] Continue reading »