Let's get started on a great year at uni
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 university.
You'll find everything you need here to get started on your course, find out more about how you'll be taught through a blended and connected learning experience, and prepare yourself for the year ahead.
Your first month
- Joining the University – register for your course and follow our starting uni checklist
- Course induction timetables – information for your first week
- Welcome Month – activities and events
- International students – info for before and after you arrive in the UK
The important stuff
Settling into Portsmouth
Maps and directions – download a campus map
Your course information – including your timetable and marks
Key dates – term dates and breaks
Student engagement and attendance – how to make sure you're counted
MyPort Information Hub – get help with your course
Preparing for uni – step by step guide to get ready for uni
Meet course mates - join our Discord
Online Treasure Hunt – get familiar with the city and win prizes
Student Charter – how to achieve your potential
Societies and the Students' Union – find friends with fellow interests
Sport in Portsmouth – get active
Support in halls – help with halls accommodation
University Bus Service – get around the city for free
Life on campus – everything our campus has to offer you
Life outside study – ideas for things to do around Portsmouth
Jump into your studies
- Pre-arrival modules - prepare for university learning
- Learning and academic support
- Library services – on campus or at home
- Organisation and time management guide
- Study skills advice
- Your personal tutor
Extra support
Getting online
IT Services – Wifi, VPN, Google Apps and remote resources
Virtual learning environment – online learning materials and activities on Moodle
Pre-arrival modules – prepare for the year ahead
Guide to studying online – useful tips and advice
