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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

Related news, blogs, and events will appear here. If there are no listings below check out other news across the University.

Blogs

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Woman smiling

What is Priority Clearing?

What is Priority Clearing?
Lego Super Girl

Supergirl: why DC comics is betting big on a hero long stuck in Superman’s shadow

John Caro

Supergirl: why DC comics is betting big on a hero long stuck in Superman’s shadow
Ukraine War

Ukraine war now longer than the first world war – but the similarities are unsettling

Frank Ledwidge

Ukraine war now longer than the first world war – but the similarities are unsettling
The Hard Interchange Bus & Coach Station

Exploring the UK: my transport tips as an international student

Exploring the UK: my transport tips as an international student
Homeless

How gaps in education, work and welfare support can push neurodivergent people into homelessness

Gemma Williams

How gaps in education, work and welfare support can push neurodivergent people into homelessness

Events

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Jun 12 2026

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Jun 19 2026

Graduate Show 2026

Event times vary

Free

Graduate Show 2026

Jun 16 2026

Children in a Digital World - Webinar 

4.00pm - 5.00pm

Free

Children in a Digital World - Webinar 

Jun 17 2026

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Jun 18 2026

15th International Counter Fraud, Cybercrime and Forensic Accounting Conference

8.30am - 4.30pm

£120 both days/£80 one day; UoP alumni 50% discount; UoP staff/students free of charge; Online (limited sessions) free of charge

15th International Counter Fraud, Cybercrime and Forensic Accounting Conference

Jun 17 2026

Postgraduate Open Day Wednesday 17 June

12.00pm - 2.00pm

FREE

Postgraduate Open Day Wednesday 17 June

Jun 18 2026

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Sep 10 2026

Placement Top Tips - Searching and Applying for Placements

Event times vary

FREE

Placement Top Tips - Searching and Applying for Placements

News

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Person on bike with the proposed cycle hub behind

New Cycle Hub with 336 new secure spaces to be built as part of the University of Portsmouth’s Estate Masterplan

10 June 2026

New Cycle Hub with 336 new secure spaces to be built as part of the University of Portsmouth’s Estate Masterplan
A GB Row Challenge ocean rowing boat

Rowing teams set to race around Great Britain in epic endurance and environmental challenge

10 June 2026

Rowing teams set to race around Great Britain in epic endurance and environmental challenge
group of people attending graduate show 2025

University of Portsmouth to celebrate creative talent with public exhibition

8 June 2026

University of Portsmouth to celebrate creative talent with public exhibition
Keep Me Breathing Challenge

Portsmouth scientists help test potentially life-saving technology for people with rare breathing condition

5 June 2026

Portsmouth scientists help test potentially life-saving technology for people with rare breathing condition
Railway postcard

Who were Portsmouth's wartime Railwaywomen?

5 June 2026

Who were Portsmouth's wartime Railwaywomen?