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Understanding your money

Explore our tips for budgeting while at university and find out how we can support you with Student Finance

For help managing your money effectively, speak to our Student Money team. You can get information, advice and support to keep your finances on track.

The team includes trained money advice experts who will always put your needs and interests first.

What we offer

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Student loan advice

How to apply for and manage loans for your studies from Student Finance England.

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University support fund

Support Fund grants can help with financial hardship and cover emergency costs such as urgent bills and food supplies.

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Scholarships and bursaries for current students

Find out which scholarships and bursaries are available once you become a University of Portsmouth student.

Money management and budgeting advice

We can give you no-nonsense advice on how to set and stick to a budget, and make the most of your money, including:

Universal Credit advice

If you're a student with dependants or you receive disability benefits, we can help you in this complex area:

Contact the Student Money team

  • Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 3014 
  • Email: studentmoney@port.ac.uk
  • In person: Ground floor, University House, Winston Churchill Avenue, PO1 2UP

Opening times are Monday to Thursday, 9.00am – 5.00pm, Friday: 9.00am – 4.00pm (closed on bank holidays).