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I've had a really good experience at this university. The teaching quality is high, and the lecturers are knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely supportive. There are plenty of resources available for both academic and personal development, and the campus has a great atmosphere. There’s a good balance between studies and social life, with lots of clubs, events, and opportunities to get involved.
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I've had a really good experience at this university. The teaching quality is high, and the lecturers are knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely supportive. There are plenty of resources available for both academic and personal development, and the campus has a great atmosphere. There’s a good balance between studies and social life, with lots of clubs, events, and opportunities to get involved.
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University of Portsmouth Reputation
The University of Portsmouth is located in the city of Portsmouth on the South Coast of England. 26,160 students are enrolled at The University of Portsmouth:
- 19,340 of these students come from the UK
- 785 come from EU countries
- And 6,035 are students from non-EU countries.
(Source: HESA 2022/23)
The graduate outcomes for The University of Portsmouth show that six months after leaving university, 89% of graduates are in work or further study. The typical graduate salary six months after leaving The University of Portsmouth is £24 - £27K a year.
(Source: HESA Graduate Outcomes Data Survey 2023 for 2020/21 graduates)
Updated: 4th October 2024
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I had a positive experience. Classes were not that huge, which made it easy to make friends
nothing quite like making friends for life at uni, right? - Jess.
The University of Portsmouth is a better university than most give it credit for.
Credit where credit is due - Jess.
As a third year student i've really enjoyed my time at university. The lecturers are passionate and supportive and the course content feels relevant and engaging. The campus has a friendly atmosphere, and it’s been easy to meet people with similar interests. Overall it’s been a great place to learn and develop both academically and personally.
Amazing that you have had such a positive experience... almost makes me want to be a student again! - Jess.
I've had a really good experience at this university. The teaching quality is high, and the lecturers are knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely supportive. There are plenty of resources available for both academic and personal development, and the campus has a great atmosphere. There’s a good balance between studies and social life, with lots of clubs, events, and opportunities to get involved.
Such a lovely review! Thankyou so much! We are glad you are having such a positive experience <3 - Jess.
I honestly have felt so welcome since moving here the staff are so friendly
AMAZING - Jess.
I’m always forgetting my keys inside the room, the team is always willing to help as soon as possible. Every problem I face, in the same day is solved.
I'm glad they are just as efficient as you are forgetful lol! - Jess.
Standard. Few great lectures in law. 3/10 for not having someone to supervise criminology dissertations. Limited support from personal tutor, not useful. Not useful service from international student support. Feedback on coursework is bad nothing is said and when I send an email they take it personal which is limiting me from knowing what are the areas need improvement especially in criminology sector where markers are not even specialised in criminology. Career service telling me what everyone does, applying on indeed linked in. Every time I go to the center they tell me we cannot book u in appointments are only available in two weeks. The university did not solve my issue that I had after being attacked by a fellow student and wellbeing service were only good to an extent and then stopped being helpful like I have to say something serious to get an appointment, why!! Library is amazing though, I can only focus properly when I’m there, one of their top facilities
I am so sorry to hear this. I appreciate you taking the time to let us know - all reports of this nature are taken with the utmost seriousness. Our complaints procedure can be found here: https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/contact-us/complaints. - Jess.
The University of Portsmouth has lovely staff and lecturers, and is an excellent place to go for those looking to do a year abroad as there plenty of locations to choose from, especially for BAL students.
Thanks for leaving this review - fingers crossed you enjoy placement! - Jess.
Overall great, supportive, wish we could have more funding for creative subjects
Glad you are making the most of it! - Jess.
The careers service here is especially fantastic. They have helped with so much. Thanks to support with my CV, cover letter, interview prep, Portsmouth Award, I have landed myself many part time jobs and placements. Portsmouth are VERY good when it comes to employability. Internet and WiFi is always great for me, I've never had any issues. Campus and facilities are all amazing. I've studied in lots of different buildings, the library, etc and everything works fine. Computers and printers are all great. Lecture halls are great. No complaints. Good leisure - there are shopping areas, pubs, restaurants. Nice green spaces. Beaches nearby. Clubs and societies I cannot really comment much on as I have never joined any. I think I will next year to get the full experience. But from what I've heard from others, I've heard nothing but positive reviews. Students Union is very good.
An AMAZING review! Thanks for sharing this. - Jess :)
Good university, I have made a lot of friends here and built some strong relationships and connections. Hard location to find a job whilst studying but that’s my only complaint.
Keep connecting! Be sure to check out our 'MyCareer Jobs Board' for part time work too! - Jess.
great campus and great facilities available.
We think so too ;) - Jess.
Very nice university. I learnt a lot from the tutor.
Just what we want to hear! - Jess.
The staff are genuinely quite nice, it’s easy to navigate and access all areas of the uni. It is centred and the subjects are interesting. The facilities are also pretty good.
Glad you're making the most of it! - Jess.
The careers team, especially Lewis Flynn, have been immensely helpful in getting me an industrial placement to kickstart my career before I graduate.
Amazing to hear you've made use of the careers team and that they've been so helpful! Good luck with the placement :) - Jess.
No complaints, student's union doesn't host many events that I'm interested in but they regularly host events that others may enjoy.
Feel free to let them know what you are looking for! We want ALL our students to make the most of their time in Portsmouth! - Jess.
Good place to study, great local and great teachers
Thanks for choosing us - Jess <3
I am currently living in the Stanley Studios. I would definitely recommend this place to other students. It is always quiet and peaceful here. The property is new, and everything is in good condition. The current manager - Andrew Aquilina, is the friendliest person, always ready to help with any issue occurring, and will make your stay here even better.
I'm glad Andrew is so helpful! Thankyou for leaving a review :) - Jess.
Amazing halls, my receptionist is a star!!! Always helping out with anything! Always hosting events for students to get to know each other even more! I’ve been a resident here in Stanley studios for nearly a year now and I’m happy that I’ve been happy with my stay here ever since Andrew joined as the building manager!
Amazing to hear you are having a good time and getting any help you need! - Jess.
My review is that Portsmouth is a beautiful city with amazing amenities
honestly, I agree. - Jess.
Loads of social spaces and events.
Hope you are making use of them! - Jess.
Lovely experience for international students
Love to hear this! - Jess.
Friendly environment and the staff members are great. They always helpful and active. Vicky, Katie and Claudia are always there and arranging variety of events makes me feel a part of community. I have been living in a boarding school and a university student accommodation in London before, but here in Middle Street is better than rest of them
Glad to see you are part of our community! Shoutout to our helpful staff too! - Jess.
It’s was a good review for my career.
Our careers team here are fab and always happy to help! - Jess.
Yeah its a good average university
Thanks for leaving a good average review :) - Jess.
Good uni, and the psychology staff is amazing
Aren't they just? - Jess.
Definitely think my department (SLAL) is lacking in enrichment opportunities, and our uni feels very segmented between different departments. I also think our administration is disorganised, even though our lecturers work really hard
It’s great that the lecturers are putting in the effort! Have you checked out our available enrichment modules? They let you explore key research themes and areas of study beyond your subject while earning extra credit. <3 - Jess.
Had an effective interaction session with the staff
Amazing! - Jess.
Great rooms and facilities. All staff are always willing to go the extra mile to help you. Mark, Hamza, Chanika, Jack, Ali, Spencer, Heloiza all lovely!
I'm glad that their hard work is paying off! - Jess.
Maria was so helpful and always had a smile, it was a pleasure to be helped by such an amazing receptionist
Amazing to hear! Shoutout to Maria... Well done! - Jess.
Union is confusing and the club's first communication method is Instagram which is challenging.
You can always call: 023 9284 3628 or email: hello@upsu.net . Thanks! - Jess.
i mainly do uni work in my room because of my course but when its digital work, i tend to go to the library or cafes. i love the small business cafes around portsmouth
We <3 small businesses! - Jess.
My experience so far here has been really good, I am enjoying my course and the city campus, it is useful that everything is so close together. The students union put on multiple events which are fun and interesting, I haven’t been here much but that is because my degree is so busy, I wish i could attend more events to meet more people. There are SO many different societies which make it so welcoming to so many students, I decided to try self defence and really enjoyed it, the people who teach it are really nice and friendly. Wifi is outstanding anywhere you go you are connected and will not lose connection. I haven’t yet used the career service but have heard good things about it.
Thankyou for leaving such a fab review! Glad you are enjoying yourself and making the most of all our facilities. Make sure you check in with our careers team when you need them, they are just as amazing! - Jess.
University has nice spaces to study at and helpful staff to help around. I think I haven't met a mean person yet.
Love to hear this! - Jess.
I have really enjoyed my experience so far. Everyone is so friendly and helpful and supportive. There’s a lot of events to help make new friends and the uni campus is so high quality with loads of amazing resources to help our studies. The library is also amazing, quiet, clean, available.
Glad you are enjoying your experience! Thanks for leaving such a lovely review! - Jess.
Portsmouth university is good but the chancellor is running it into the ground focusing on humanities but no one thinks Portsmouth when the competition is oxford and the like. My course may disappear in the next few years despite it being a well known geology engineering pathway, the leadership is pushing out staff we can't afford to loose. The course head and lecturers are great and knowledgeable.
Thank you for your feedback and sharing your concerns. We're glad to hear you're finding your lecturers and course lead helpful. At Portsmouth we are committed to offering a supportive, practical and career-focused education. Our dedication to continuously improving, ensures the best possible experience for our students. - Jess.
Good campus and area, helpful staff
Aren't they the best?! - Jess.
Good library but some buildings are old
part of the charm right? - Jess.
The university facilities are rather good, providing us with many options to make our study better. There are a lot of social events happening helping the students to socialise better with other people.
Plenty to do for our social butterflies! Thanks for sharing - Jess.
Overall uni experience is fun, good tutors , good course
Glad you're loving it! - Jess.
Staff is helpful if anything is needed particularly Tom and Lisa who have assisted with laundry and card issues
Glad you have found them so helpful! - Jess.
The career support for international students could be improved
Let us know how! We want you to have the best experience possible. - Jess.
I really like portsmouth, a coastal city where people are warm and friendly. The infrastructure of the school is perfect and the teachers are also very good. Especially for me as an international student, the teachers have been very patient to help me solve problems even though my English is not very good. The only thing that made me uncomfortable about this study experience was that the rented apartment was in a constant state of renovation and noisy during the day!
Very kind words, thankyou for leaving a review! Sorry to hear about the disruption and noise levels during the day, I hope that the building works will be completed soon for you and that you have found a quiet place to study! We have plenty of suggestions on our student life page should you need them :) - Jess.
The atmosphere, the community sense and the action packed nights out. All make Portsmouth a great place to study
Glad to have you in our community! - Jess.
Really good uni with great facilities such as the ccixr
Thanks for sharing! :) - Jess.
The area is amazing the staff and people I talk to such as suzie and can are always smiling and ready to help and greetham is a lovely place to live and be in with many ways to make friends
Glad to hear you've had such a positive experience at Greetham Street Hall. Thanks for sharing! - Jess.
Supportive staff with a lot of resources to use on and off campus and constant guidance for graduation
Hope you're as excited for graduation as we are!!!!!! - Jess.
The university makes me feel comfortable and at ease and the people are super friendly
Thankyou for leaving such kind words! I'm glad you are finding uni a comfortable place to be - Jess.
Been a very good experience so far
very good to hear - Jess.
fabulous very much so loving so very much
Very much. Thankyou, Very much. - Jess.
boss place man woooooooooooooo
woooooooooooooo - Jess.
I love the front desk staff sooooo much especially Tom and Hannah
haha shoutout to Tom and Hannah! - Jess.
Really good university, good connection throughout the whole campus and really big library that is well organised and has lots of study space
Thankyou! Glad you are making use of the library and its resources - Jess.
Great university, good facilities and helpful
You're great! - Jess.
Really lovely place to live in-Big thanks to Carl, who is particularly lovely and has looked after me a few nights where I have been struggling!
Lovely to hear you are reaching out and getting the support you need! Always here if you need anything - Jess.
Love the community and social events always something fun to do
Thankyou for being part of our community! <3 - Jess.
The student union is often at ends with the society's form experience
We want you to have the best experience possible - got any ideas? Let us know! - Jess.
Great experience very sociable great place to meet people
Thanks for sharing your great experience - Jess.
Great experience and the societies are so fun
SO many societies to chose from right?! - Jess.
I am very happy with my current university
Happy you chose us! - Jess.
Average uni experience had good time and bad but the good outweighs it
Thanks for sharing! It would be interesting to know how what we could do to better your uni experience. - Jess.
A good experience so far, would recommend to come here.
Thankyou for leaving this review, glad you're here! - Jess.
Quite straight forward. Everything is just simple and easy to get around and support is always given.
Hope you're enjoying yourself - Jess.
Such a great experience, kind and helpful staff, interesting courses, while still challenging you to do your best. Very good and encouraging academic atmosphere, well-kept and brand new modern buildings and facilities, so many opportunities to make friends and get to know others.
Keep making the most of these opportunities! - Jess.
Kaz has been an excellent help and so has the entire Greetham Street staff in giving me a good experience. Thank you
Glad you are having such a good experience! - Jess.
So far the experience has been great
Amazing to hear! - Jess.
The University of Portsmouth offers a well-rounded academic experience with a strong focus on practical learning, industry connections, and student support. The campus is well-located, with modern facilities, libraries, and study spaces that cater to a variety of disciplines. Many courses emphasise hands-on experience, with access to cutting-edge technology, workshops, and professional placements. The university has a strong reputation in subjects like architecture, business, engineering, and media, providing students with the skills needed for future careers. The staff are generally supportive, with lecturers who are approachable and willing to help. Beyond academics, student life is vibrant, with plenty of societies, sports clubs, and events to get involved in. The city itself is student-friendly, offering a mix of nightlife, culture, and seaside relaxation. Overall, the University of Portsmouth delivers a great balance of education, opportunities, and an enjoyable student experience
Such kind and helpful words...Thankyou SO much for bringing such positivity to UoP! - Jess.
Eduroam is unreliable and tedious
Reach out to IT Support, hopefully this can be sorted ASAP - Jess.
i hate my flatmates, have since the beginning, and things have only gotten worse. my university experience is plummeting at a rapid decline but the people working here are lovely and i know i can reach out to them if things get too bad
This isn't very nice to hear at all! Reach out to them sooner rather than later, we can't have this tainting your experience. - Jess.
Good university. Close to the sea
oh we do like to be beside the seaside! - Jess.
The University of Portsmouth is a great place to study - great facilities, an abundance of societies to join and lovely people all around!
Lovely people like you all around - Jess.
Social life is good and you can always find something to do within the university.
always something for our social butterflies - Jess.
The University of Portsmouth is located in the center of Portsmouth, with beautiful scenery and good learning atmosphere, which can be said to be the best weather in Britain.Public security is also very good. I like this city very much.
The sun shines better in Portsmouth! Remember your SPF :) - Jess.
I had the best time in my uni life
what we want to hear! - Jess.
Everyone is very welcoming and lovely
Aren't they just? - Jess.
Stanley Studios is an amazing place! The space itself is clean, well-maintained, and all round perfect. What really sets it apart is the manager, Andrew. He went above and beyond to help with the move-in process, making everything smooth and stress-free. Super friendly, professional, and genuinely cares about his tenants. You can tell he takes pride in the studio and the community he’s built. Highly recommend!
Thankyou for leaving such a helpful, positive review! - Jess.
It’s fun and cool and is one of the best places to learn
Thankyou for leaving such a fun and cool review - Jess.
I absolutely love the atmosphere at this student accommodation! The private rooms are great, and the shared spaces, including the gym, cinema room, and common area, are fantastic. Plus, having our own pool table is a great bonus!
sounds like you are living it large - Jess.
Perfect environment for schooling
Perfect review - Jess.
Stanley Studios truly feels like home, offering a cozy and comfortable living environment. The manager is incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making the stay stress-free. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a welcoming and well-managed student accommodation!
Glad you found your new home away from home <3 - Jess.
Amazing facilities to study at
Glad you think so! - Jess.
Love UoP. The staff, buildings, amenities, services, support, classrooms, teachers. 5 stars!!
Love U. Your positivity, energy, everything. 5 stars!! - Jess.
This is my first year at the University of Portsmouth and I’ve had a good time so far, accomodation not too far from class, made some new friends, facilities are good and convenient, lecturers and staff are friendly. Everything has been good so far
The best is yet to come - Jess.
I’ve had a great experience at the University of Portsmouth. The academic support is excellent, with knowledgeable lecturers who are always willing to help. The campus has great facilities, and the learning environment is engaging. The university also provides plenty of resources to help students succeed, from study support to career guidance. Overall, it’s a great place to study and grow!
Glad to have students as lovely as you - Jess.
Tom and Hannah on the desk are the best!
agreed - Jess.
I’m having a nice experience..
So glad you are :) - Jess.
Usually plenty of activities going on
Hope you're making the most of them! - Jess.
whilst the wifi can be unreliable at times, the reception staff are amazing, really helpful and care for they're tenants, especially Tom and Hannah!
Another shout out for Tom!... And Hannah! Dream team <3 - Jess.
Tom on the desk very helpful sir at getting my parcels and always happy to help whatever problem i. Great guy
Shout out to Tom! - Jess.
wonderful place. I recommend it to every student
Thankyou! You're wonderful :) - Jess.
100% Overprized, it is not normal the amount of money needed to study in a PUBLIC institution. At the end, economical stress makes that students have to focus more in our mental helth or part time jobs than focusing in our studies. Timetables are aweful, with free gaps between lectures making you waste a lot of time on campus, there is no class assigned to your degree, you have to pivot the whole day between buildings. And for learning languages you are supposed to guess if the language of interest suits in your timetable cause for some reason (called disorganization) they don't have a pre-fixed time. Sincerely, in a uni that costs 10000-30000 pounds a year, these are not things that one would expect nor accept.
Thank you for your feedback. We’re really sorry to hear about your concerns and understand how important these issues are. If you’d like to discuss this further, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Casework team at complaintsadvice@port.ac.uk. Thanks - Jess.
Good uni, but not the best. They need to work out their career services
If you ever need career support, our careers page has loads of resources, or you can book a chat with the team. I promise they won’t bite! - Jess.
Recommend for biomedical science course.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it - Jess.
I've loved being a student at The University of Portsmouth so far. I've been part of clubs and societies which have been a lot of fun and taught me lots.
Glad you’re learning lots! Bonus points for loving it! - Jess.
Overall, UoP is a great university and I would recommend coming here. Lecturers are a bit hit and miss (as the same with any university I’m sure), but there are vast resources available for students for a variety of uses; I.e. academic support, mental health support, financial support, etc. The careers service couldn’t be more helpful. They are constantly sending emailing of available jobs, placements, post grad work and more, as well as holding many events for students to help widen their employment opportunities and focus on different areas, such as how to improve your CV. There literally is a society/club for everyone here, as well as a great sports centre.
Thanks for this! Glad UoP’s ticking all the boxes. - Jess.
Everything about the university is great, beautiful campus, great campus facilities, responsible teachers, classmates with great personalities, everything is great!
What more could you ask for?! - Jess.
Current student in honours of cyber security and forensic science
Hope you're loving it - Jess.
good uni with many occasions to socialise
Love this, plenty of excuses to yap! - Jess.
classes. Additionally, the university is very close to the seaside—just a short 10-minute walk to enjoy beautiful coastal views. As a student from China, I was pleasantly surprised to find so many Chinese staff members here. My personal tutor, for example, is also Chinese. Seeing someone from the same country, especially during my first time studying abroad, gave me a strong sense of comfort and connection. Moreover, the faculty members are incredibly friendly and supportive. Even those who are not from China often have experience traveling or teaching in China, and they possess a great understanding of Chinese culture, which I found unexpected and heartwarming.
This review was just as unexpected and heartwarming! We are SO glad you had a strong sense of comfort and connection in a new and unfamilar environment. Hope the rest of your time here is filled with just as much friendliness and support <3 - Jess.
Excellent experience being at university
Giving the people what the want >>> - Jess.