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Being a postgrad student
The perfect place to study
Postgraduate study at Portsmouth
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From our top 3 research power status, to being a top 35 UK university and voted one of the best places to live, there are plenty of reasons to study your postgrad degree at Portsmouth.
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The perfect place to explore
Beaches, piers and parks
Portsmouth is a bustling city with the sea on our doorstep and green spaces all around.
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Places to eat in Portsmouth
Hungry for adventure? Here's a taster of the great food and drink you can savour in the city.
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Sport in Portsmouth
From water sports to football and quidditch - few cities can compete with Portsmouth's sports opportunities.
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The perfect place to call home
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Renting a house or flat in the city
Portsmouth has lots of beautiful and buzzing places to live within walking distance of the seafront, the city centre, and the University.
Find out more about private renting.
Renting Privately - What to Expect
As a postgraduate student, you'll probably be living in privately rented accommodation in the city – and you'll get to choose exactly where you live and who you live with.
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