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Community partnerships

Working with the local community to encourage academic success

We're proud to be part of Portsmouth's local community and we're committed to being a positive force in the lives of everyone who calls this city home.

Follow the links below to discover more about our work to widen participation and make a difference locally. Email partnerships@port.ac.uk to get in touch about new or existing partnerships.

Children in care and care leavers

If you've spent time in care, we can offer you extra support before, during and after your studies
Group of students play snakes and ladders in a cafe
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Black and minority ethnic (BAME) communities

We are committed to widening participation within local and national BAME communities
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Military service children

Portsmouth is a naval city, and we offer support for military service children and families
Royal Navy salute
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School and college outreach

If you work with children, we can support you in raising their ambition and applying to university
Two prospective female students in recruitment workshop
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