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Coworking, office space and business support

Join our community and build your business

Businesses seeking growth and cutting-edge solutions can find a powerful partner in the University of Portsmouth. Through Innovation Connect, we offer a dynamic ecosystem designed to foster collaboration and success.

Explore a Range of Opportunities:

  • Modern Workspace: Find the perfect fit for your business, from coworking spaces to private offices.
  • Advanced Facilities: Access state-of-the-art equipment, including XR facilities, to take your projects to the next level.
  • Talent Pipeline: Connect with our talented student body for internships, placements, and recruitment needs.
  • Business Support: Benefit from our network of industry experts and tailored business services.
  • Innovation Community: Join a vibrant network of businesses and collaborate on groundbreaking initiatives.

Flexible Workspace Options:

  • Students: Hot desk for free and focus on your studies in a collaborative environment.
  • Staff & Alumni: Enjoy discounted hot desking rates and stay connected to the University.
  • Businesses: Find the ideal workspace solution to suit your needs, with hourly, daily, or monthly options.

Become an Innovation Connect Member:

Unlock exclusive benefits, discounts, and events designed to accelerate your business growth.

Learn More

Visit our dedicated website, Innovation Connect, to explore the full range of our offerings and discover how we can help you achieve your business goals.

CONTACT US

Have a query or want to book a tour?

Complete our enquiry form, call us on +44 (0) 23 9265 8200 or email us at innovationconnect@port.ac.uk.

Office hours: Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm

You can also follow us on FacebookLinkedIn and Instagram.

Discover our coworking and office space locations in Portsmouth

See a map of our office space, coworking space, and event space locations below.

News, blogs, and events

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Blogs

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DRI Spotlight – Impact Team

DRI Spotlight – Impact Team
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From Ideas to Action: introducing and developing our Research Culture Pillar groups

From Ideas to Action: introducing and developing our Research Culture Pillar groups
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First University of Portsmouth UK Council for Graduate Education (UKCGE) Recognised Supervisor

First University of Portsmouth UK Council for Graduate Education (UKCGE) Recognised Supervisor
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The Manosphere and Online Misogyny: Q&A

The Manosphere and Online Misogyny: Q&A
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Some glaciers can suddenly surge forward – with dangerous consequences

Events

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Feb 28 2026

Undergraduate Open Day Saturday 28 February

8.30am - 4.00pm

FREE

Undergraduate Open Day Saturday 28 February

Mar 4 2026

Mini-Masterclass Talk Series: TikTok Activism and True Crime

3.30pm - 4.00pm

Free

Mini-Masterclass Talk Series: TikTok Activism and True Crime

Mar 4 2026

Book Launch - Trade-Based Money Laundering: Compliance and the Law

4.30pm - 6.00pm

Free

Book Launch - Trade-Based Money Laundering: Compliance and the Law

Mar 6 2026

Advocacy and Impact Forum: Celebrating Local Activism

11.00am - 2.30pm

Free

Advocacy and Impact Forum: Celebrating Local Activism

Mar 11 2026

Representation of Traditions in Ukraine’s Mass Creative Culture

2.00pm - 3.30pm

Free

Representation of Traditions in Ukraine’s Mass Creative Culture

News

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One World Festival

One World Festival: Celebrating cultures from around the world

25 February 2026

One World Festival: Celebrating cultures from around the world
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New research reveals critical support gaps for LGBTIQ+ youth facing homelessness

19 February 2026

New research reveals critical support gaps for LGBTIQ+ youth facing homelessness
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Feeling worse about money? Climate change may be part of the reason

18 February 2026

Feeling worse about money? Climate change may be part of the reason
Visiting fellows

University of Portsmouth appoints two leading plastics experts as Visiting Research Fellows

17 February 2026

University of Portsmouth appoints two leading plastics experts as Visiting Research Fellows
plague doctor

New research shows how Londoners used death data to survive the plague

16 February 2026

New research shows how Londoners used death data to survive the plague