Welcome to Undergraduate study at Portsmouth

Let's get started on a great year at uni

Explore how to get the most out of university and discover everything you'll need for the years ahead

Congratulations on joining us. We're excited to welcome you to our island city.

You'll find everything you need here to get started on your course, get your bearings on campus and around the city, and prepare yourself for the year ahead using our handy checklist.

Your first month

The important stuff

Settling into Portsmouth

Your first month

Course induction timetables

Find out when and where you need to be for your course induction.

View your timetable

Welcome Month

Find out about welcome activities, how to meet new people and what to do to start your course.

Plan your month

Countdown and Connect Challenge

Win great prizes when you connect with other students and prepare for your new learning journey.

Take the challenge

Joining the University

Complete your registration and tick off the steps you need to take before you start your studies.

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Get started

International students

Discover how you'll spend your first week and read what you need to do before and after you arrive in the UK.

Starting at Portsmouth

The important stuff

Covid information for students

Find out about the changes to how we teach and work to keep you safe on campus

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See our Covid-19 changes

Maps and directions

Find your way around campus and the city, and download a campus map.

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Find your way around

Your course information

Head to the 'My Course' section for everything you need to manage your course, including links to Moodle, your timetable and course marks.

My course

Key dates

Make sure you know important term dates, including consolidation weeks, and Christmas and Easter breaks.

View key dates

IT Services

Access IT services including the wireless network, VPN, Google Apps and remote resources.

Log on

Virtual learning environment

Find out how to access our virtual learning environment, Moodle, and discover online learning materials and activities.

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Get a Moodle on

Library services

Explore the Library's resources and how to access Library services on campus or at home.

To the books!

Support during your studies

Explore the learning and academic support we offer throughout your studies.

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Get support

Support in halls

Living away from home for the first time? The Residence Life Team can offer help and advice.

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Move in

How to study online

Find out how to make the most out of studying online, set up your study space and stay motivated.

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Prep for online study

Organisation and time management

Explore our guides and tips from other students on how to make the most of your studies by organising your time.

Get organised

Settling into Portsmouth

Preparing for uni

From what to pack to the essential admin awaiting you, we've go your pre-arrival prep sorted.

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Get a head start

Student life on campus

Throw yourself into uni life – join a sport or society and discover opportunities alongside your studies.

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Jump in

Look after yourself

Read our advice on taking care of yourself at uni to stay healthy and achieve your best.

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Be your best

Student life in Portsmouth

Amazing places to eat, independent shops, great green spaces – everything you need to work, rest and play in your city.

Discover Pompey

Find a part-time job

Get part-time work in the local community to support your lifestyle and meet the locals.

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Earn and learn

Additional Support and Disability Advice

Online and face-to-face advice and support if you disclose a disability or additional learning need.

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Get help and advice

Learn a foreign language

Immerse yourself in another culture and meet new people by choosing from 8 language programmes.

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Find out more