The University of Portsmouth is a public research institution in Portsmouth, divided between two campuses- the University Quarter and the Langstone Campus. With around 30% international student population, the university is counted amongst the most culturally diverse institutions in the UK. As per international student survey 2020 (for UK), the University of Portsmouth ranks in Top 30 for student satisfaction. Check: University of Portsmouth Student Reviews

Annually, students from 150+ countries enroll for University of Portsmouth 200 UG and 150+ PG courses. Around 50% of international student applications are recorded for 5 disciplines- Business and Management, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering and Data Analytics. The entry requirements at the University of Portsmouth aren’t stringent, even for PG programs. International students with academic scores above 60% in UG and strong recommendation letters will find it easy to secure admission. However, certain courses scrutinize students on the basis of interview as well.

In terms of cost as well, the University of Portsmouth is comparatively inexpensive compared to other UK institutions. Indian students commencing studies at the university will have to incur expenses of around 20 to 25 lakhs. However, the university scholarships and UK scholarships for international students, the total annual expenses can be reduced by 30%. Furthermore, the University of Portsmouth graduates have an employment rate of 96%, meaning they easily receive offers of jobs in the UK after completing studies.

University of Portsmouth Rankings

• 5-star rated university for teaching, facilities, employability, culture, and inclusiveness by QS World University Ranking 2021
• The university ranking #66 in the UK by The Guardian 2021
• The Complete University Guide ranks the university at #61 in the UK
• #501-600 in the world by THE Rankings 2021
• #601-650 by QS World University Rankings 2021
• As per various agency, University of Portsmouth subjects rank amongst the top in the UK:
  • #44 in Business and Management Studies by The Complete University Guide 2021.
  • #89 in Space Science by US News 2021
  • #36 in Accounting and Finance by The Guardian 2021
  • #45 in Civil Engineering by The Guardian 2021
  • #301-400 in the world for PG Business and Economics by THE Subject Rankings 2021

Highlights

University of Portsmouth Campus

The University of Portsmouth has 2 campuses viz. the University Quarter and the Langstone Campus. The University Quarter and Langstone campus are located near the Portsmouth Guildhall area and the Milton area respectively.

The University Quarter

• The largest campus, located in the city center, provides all the necessities as well as a cultural experience for students.
• The campus consists of 10 food venues, namely University Learning Centre Café, Library Coffee Shop, Café Coco, Portland Coffee Shop and others.
• The Campus Security and Surveillance Teams take care of all safety and security measures 24/7 to ensure students have a peaceful time at the campus.
• Study areas, Student Unions, and a University Library, which is open 24 hours, with space for study, work, and group projects.

Langstone Campus

• Langstone is the smaller of the two campuses.
• The campus has sports grounds, a restaurant for the students.
• Three halls of residence: Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother (QEQM), Trust Hall and Langstone Flats are located here providing accommodation for around 600 students.

University of Portsmouth Accommodation

The University of Portsmouth helps students in deciding accommodations, rent, and how to apply. Both on-campus and off-campus options are available for student accommodation in the UK.

• The accommodation options available to the students are Student Halls and Private Accommodation.
• Student Residence Halls are located near campus which includes separate flats with 6-8 student rooms furnished with bed, desk, and storage facilities.
• Students can also choose private accommodation, which the student is the individual bearer of all bills and responsibilities.
• The Residence Halls have wi-fi, gas, electricity, heater, running water and others. Most of the rooms are en-suite and single. Rooms are available on a first come first serve basis.

The various on-campus student residence halls along with their prices are listed below:

University of Portsmouth Programs

The university offers 199 UG, 145 PG-taught, 50 PG research degrees, and 123 short courses through its 5 faculties. These faculties, include

• Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries
• Faculty of Business and Law
• Faculty of Science and Health
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
• Faculty of Technology.

The various popular subject areas at the university are Accounting, Economics, and Finance, Architecture, Business, Management, and Marketing, Computing, Engineering, and Law. The program-wise fees and test score requirements of the University of Portsmouth courses are as follows:

University of Portsmouth Admission

The admission process is similar for international and domestic students. Students are required to share the below necessary documents. Admissions to the university are still open for the 2021 session. You can check more about the process below:

• Application Portal:
  • UCAS for UG
  • Online University Portal for PG
• Application Fee:
  • Via UCAS: 20 GBP, 25 GBP (multiple courses)
  • No application fee for masters courses

Student Class Profile: The students applying to the university must meet the following requirements:

• A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL-iBT score of 79
• For Indian applicants, a minimum overall score of 75% in Class 12th for UG courses.
• Indian Applicants must have a 55% in UG to get admission to master’s courses.

Supporting Documents:

• Complete Application
• Official Academic Transcripts
• English Proficiency Test Scores
• Letters of Recommendation
• Statement of Purpose
• CV
• Proof of Finances
• GRE/GMAT (if required)
• Interview (if required)
• Valid passport
• Visa

Admission to postgraduate courses is conducted on a rolling basis. For undergraduate courses applications can be made via UCAS. While the final deadline for UG courses is June 30, that for PG courses is undefined by the university.

English Language Proficiency Scores

University of Portsmouth Cost of Attendance

The University of Portsmouth has an average tuition fee of GBP 15,000 to GBP 17,000.The average living expenses are as follows:

University of Portsmouth Scholarships

The University of Portsmouth provides various types of financial support for international students in the form of scholarships, bursaries, loans, and awards. Depending on the course, students are eligible for a number of international scholarships at the university.

Some of these international scholarships are:

• Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship- This scholarship will be available to international students from October 2021. The scholarship reduces the first-year tuition fee by GBP 1,600.
• Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship- This scholarship provides a fee reduction of GBP 5,000 applying to the first year of study.
• School of the Environment, Geography, and Geosciences (SEGG) Scholarship- This scholarship is for those students who opted for a Master's degree in the related subjects. This scholarship reduces 50% of the tuition fee.

In addition to these university scholarships, Indian students can avail scholarships like Chevening Scholarship, Commonwealth Scholarships, etc.

University of Portsmouth Alumni

The University of Portsmouth has a large community of alumni, consisting of 250,000 people from all around the world.

• Alumni network helps in boosting careers, building a business, or networking with people.
• Graduates receive 20% off on their tuition fee opting for Master’s studies.
• Career services,invitation to university events, access to library membership, gym membership,sports center, and more.

Some of the notable alumni of the university are:

• Martin Whitmarsh – CEO of McLaren Racing and COO of McLaren Group
• Ben Fogel – Broadcaster
• Grayson Perry - English artist

University of Portsmouth Placements

As per The Economist, the university is number 1 in the UK for boosting graduate salaries. In 2019, University of Portsmouth has a graduate employability rate of 94%. The average Portsmouth graduate earns above 3,100 GBP above.

The university provides career and placement support to its students, assisting them in forming of how to write CV and cover letter, interview preparations, finding part-time jobs, workshops, opportunities fair, etc

Average salary earned by Portsmouth graduates are as follows:

International Students get ample support from the university’s International Student Advisers who support students with pastoral care, visa advice, and joining process at the University. Graduates from the university get training on essay and report writing, presentations, critical thinking, finding the right job post completing their studies.