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Your friendly first port of call

When you've got questions about uni life, we help you find the answers

If you need a helping hand at uni, we've got it covered.

At Portsmouth there’s a whole raft of Student Services run by highly experienced teams. Whether you need one-to-one study support, personalised money advice, holistic health and wellbeing info or emergency contact numbers, here's where you can access that support. 

Find urgent support now, access our info hub if you're not sure which service you need, or choose one of our key services below.

Health and wellbeing

Your health and wellbeing matters. Access support and resources for your mental and physical health, including the Student Wellbeing Service, university counsellors, and tips for self-care.

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Your health matters

Accommodation advice

We're here with advice on your home from home, whether you're in halls or renting. Find information on living in uni halls or private rentals, including tips on house hunting, tenancy agreements, and dealing with landlords.

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Feel at home

Chaplaincy

Whether you have faith or not, to talk or be still, our space is yours. The Chaplaincy is there to support all students, of any faith or none.

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Everyone's welcome

Student Finance Support

From budgeting better to finding finance, we don’t judge, we just help. Learn about student loans, scholarships, bursaries and grants, plus find expert money saving tips from our Student Finance team.

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Money advice

Student Life

Find information about study support and staying safe, plus ideas for how to spend your free time in Portsmouth or London.

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Make the most of it

International Students

All you need to know as an international student, including what to do during your first weeks. Find information on visas, healthcare, jobs and working, and settling into student life in the UK.

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Settle into the UK

Disability Advice

Here you'll find expert support for students with disabilities or additional learning needs. Get confidential advice and support on disability-related issues.

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Expert support

People of the Global Majority

People of the Global Majority (PGM) is a collective term for people of Indigenous, African, Asian, or Latin American descent. Our PGM service works to ensure all students feel supported within our uni community.

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Equity for all

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