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The
University of Portsmouth was inaugurated in 1992. The
former Portsmouth Polytechnic, one of the lar gest and most
successful in the UK, itself grew from the Portsmouth and Gosport School of Science and Arts, founded in 1869.
"The University of
Portsmouth will continue to be a centre of excellence and
innovation in education, student experience and
employability, aspiration-raising, research, knowledge
transfer and community leadership."
- University of Portsmouth Mission Statement
The University is now at
the forefront of a rapidly changing, thriving city, with a
modern diverse campus, taking pride in its reputation
among students for the friendliness and approachability of
its staff, and for the provision of a well structured and
supportive learning environment.
The International Office
team is dedicated to supporting the international students,
from initial enquiry and application through to graduation. It
is the central contact point for the University's
international activities from marketing and promotion to
organising induction programmes and graduation ceremonies, and
it is always happy to help!
It offers the
following services for students:
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Initial point of contact for all international student
queries
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Organise International Induction Progammes
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Maintain links with Alumni Associations
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Provide additional services for international students
for example, English tuition, airport pick-ups, social
events etc.
It also manages the following recruitment
activities:
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Organising overseas exhibitions and recruitment visits
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Working closely with over 60 universities all over the
world to promote Portsmouth's degree programmes and build on
its international reputation
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International marketing
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Production of marketing materials for overseas students
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Analysis of student data
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Main contact for British Council and ECS
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Visiting UK International Schools and Colleges
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Hosting visitors, agents, sponsors and Embassy staff.
Accommodation
Student Housing
All new international (non-EU)
students starting in September 2005 are guaranteed
University accommodation for the first year of study,
providing they return their accommodation booking form and
pay the advance rent before the deadline of 1 September
2005. There is also a wide range of private accommodation
within Portsmouth.
Most of the students live in
an area of roughly 4 square miles - private housing and
the Halls of Residence are all in the same area and very
close to University buildings.
halls of residence
List of Halls :-
Langstone Student
Village
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Langstone Flats
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QEQM Hall
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Trust Block
Guildhall Halls
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Bateson Hall
(Standard)
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Bateson Hall
(Large)
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Harry Law Hall
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Margaret Rule Hall
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Margaret Rule
Studio
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James Watson Hall
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James Watson Studio
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Trafalgar Hall
Rees Hall & Burrell
House
Bedding
Packs
Bedding packs are
available from Halls of Residence. Each pack
includes the following:
1 Duvet and 1
Duvet cover
1 Pillow and 1 Pillowcase
1 Sheet
These packs are
available to buy for £25 from Margaret Rule Hall,
Bateson Hall, Harry Law Hall, Trafalgar Hall and
Langstone Campus Halls.
The packs are
available on 7 day loan only from Rees Hall and
Burrell Hall for a deposit of £25. The main Guildhall Campus
is situated on the west side of Portsea Island, close to
the City Centre.
Southsea, Portsmouth's
seaside resort, offers four miles of coastline flanked by
open spaces, parks and gardens. Most of the students live
here in shared private rented accomodation within 2 miles
of the University. Another popular area is Fratton, which
has its own train station.
If you like pubs or clubs,
you'll be spoilt for choice on Southsea seafront and
Gunwharf Quay's where there is a thriving live music and
comedy scene to suit all tastes.
To the east of Portsmouth
you will find Milton, this is where the Langstone Student
Village is based, with it's views of Langstone Harbour.
Langstone Student Village has its own sports
facilities, bar and refectory. The University operates a
free bus service between Langstone Student Village and
the Guildhall Campus during term time, between 8am-11pm.
lodgings
These
are rooms in private houses where the landlord or
landlady lives on the premises. They may be
households although many are offered by single
people - perhaps fellow students. Board may be
Room Only or Half Board. All the rooms offered as
Lodgings are single study bedrooms and meet the
criteria established by the University for safety
and the provision of other facilities and all have
been inspected by a Student Housing Officer.
A list of approved lodgings is available from
Student Housing.
In
lodgings:
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Only single study bedrooms are accepted
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Each bedroom must contain a desk or work surface
large enough for study purposes and a suitable
chair
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There must be adequate hanging and drawer space
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Heating appliances must be firmly secured
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Smoke detectors must be provided on each floor
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Students should be able to live as part of the
family unit if it is their wish (except in
registered guest houses and hotels).
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