Portsmouth, England

Study Abroad Programme

3The Universitywww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk2 Welcome to the University of Portsmouth

Welcome to the University of PortsmouthFor many students, choosing to study abroad is one of the most rewarding decisions they will ever make; the chance of a lifetime.

The University

Our Study Abroad Programme offers you the opportunity, to study a half or full academic year at the University of Portsmouth, to gain credit which can be transferred back to your home university.

The University of Portsmouth has welcomed students from all over the world for many years. With an exceptional reputation for teaching quality and student satisfaction, you can be sure that Portsmouth is the perfect choice for your time abroad.

We provide study opportunities of the highest quality, as well as offering a friendly and supportive environment to meet your wider interests. Portsmouth is a vibrant waterfront location, and a great place to both live and learn.

The history of the University of Portsmouth dates back to 1869 from which time the University has continued to promote excellence in teaching and research across its five faculties. We are very proud of our international reputation, excellent facilities and consistently high levels of student satisfaction.

• Studentpopulationof23,000,morethan4,000overseasstudentsfromover100countries.

• 85percentoffull-timestudentsreportedthattheyweresatisfiedorverysatisfiedwiththeircourses(2011NationalStudentSurvey).

• HistoricandcontemporaryUniversitybuildingsattheheartofthecity.• State-of-the-artlearning,studyandcomputingfacilities.• WirelesscampuswithfreebroadbandinallUniversitybuildings.• Substantialinvestmentinlibraryfacilitiestoprovideanexceptionalstudy

environmentandanextensiverangeofelectronicresources,booksandjournals.• 40percentofresearchratedinternationallyexcellentorworldleading;78percent

ratedinternationallyrecognisedorabove(2008ResearchAssessmentExercise).

Keep in touch with what’s happening at the University of Portsmouth:• Facebook: www.facebook.com/universityofportsmouth• Twitter: twitter.com/portsmouthuni• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/university-of-portsmouth• YouTube: www.youtube.com/uniofportsmouth

Explore our campus

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findoutmoreaboutwhatit’sliketostudyhere: www.port.ac.uk/

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5The citywww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk4 The city

The city

Things to see and do in Portsmouth • TheHistoricDockyardhousestheworldfamoushistoricshipsHMSVictory,HMS

WarriorandKingHenryVIII’swarship,theMaryRose.• SouthseaCastlebuiltbyKingHenryVIIIin1544.• CharlesDickens’birthplace–nowamuseumdedicatedtohislife.• TheSpinnakerToweristheUK’shighestaccessiblestructureoutsideofLondonat

170metrestall,offeringoutstandingpanoramicviewsofthearea.• GunwharfQuays,thecity’sspectacularshoppingandentertainmentquarter

combiningdesigneroutletshopping,amultiplexcinemaandabowlingalleywithmanyrestaurants,barsandclubs.

• TheSouthseaandAlbertRoadareaoffersadiverserangeofshops,cafes,restaurants,pubsandbarstosuiteveryone’staste,styleandbudget.

• Plays,balletsandoperaareshownyear-roundatTheKingsTheatreandtheNewTheatreRoyal.

• Numerousmuseumsthatofferawiderangeofexhibitions.• SouthseaseafrontandSouthseacommonareidealforkiteflying,picnics,barbecues

andballgames,withfacilitiesincludingbeachvolleyballcourts,tenniscourts,pitchandputtgolf,andaskatepark.

• VisittheIsleofWight,justaten-minutehovercraftjourneyfromSouthseaseafront.

Portsmouth is a historic, yet vibrant and dynamic city on the south coast of England with excellent transport links to UK and European destinations. The University campus lies in the heart of the city, making it a great place to both live and learn.

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aboutPortsmouth:www.

visitportsmouth.co.uk

Things to know about Portsmouth• Awaterfrontcitywithfourmiles/

sevenkilometresofcoastline.• Mildclimatewithmoresunshine

(andlessrain!)thanmostoftheUK.• Only90minutesbyrailtocentral

London.• RegularferriestoFranceandSpain.• HomeoftheBritishRoyalNavy.• BaseforSupremeAllied

CommanderGeneralEisenhower’sheadquartersduringWorldWarII.

• PortsmouthwasthemainembarkationpointfortheD-Daylandings.

• CharlesDickens,SirIsambardKingdomBrunelandPeterSellerswereallborninPortsmouth.

• SirArthurConanDoylelivedinPortsmouthwhenhewrotehisfirstSherlockHolmesnovelandplayedasgoalkeeperforPortsmouthFootballClub.

• ArnoldSchwarzeneggerspenttimelivinginPortsmouthwhilsttrainingforMrUniverse.

• JaneAusten’shouseisintheHampshirecountrysideashortdistancefromPortsmouth.

7Student life in Portsmouthwww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk6 Student life in Portsmouth

Student life in PortsmouthWe know you want to make the most of your time abroad, and in Portsmouth you can do just that. There are endless opportunities to make new friends and have fun, whatever your interests.

One World Week One World Week is the chance for people at the University to celebrate their diversity and discover more about each other. Various events take place to inspire, inform, entertain and spark debate, with celebrations growing bigger every year. On top of that, everyone in the University – both staff and students – are invited to join in.

Mix and Match This social networking scheme is run by the International Office and helps students to meet and talk about anything from daily life in the UK to course lectures. Monthly cafes are offered where students are invited to come along for a drink and make friends from all over the world.

Travel The International Office organises coach trips throughout the year to a wide range of famous destinations such as Stonehenge, Bath, Windsor Castle, Oxford and Brighton. This is a great way to get to know the country and meet other students from all around the world.

If you are interested in travelling further afield independently during your stay, Portsmouth’s ideal location and fantastic transport links will enable you to explore not just the United Kingdom, but also many destinations across Europe.

Eating out and nightlife Portsmouth is home to many restaurants and cafes, providing a wide selection of worldwide cuisines to suit every taste and budget.

There are also numerous bars, pubs and nightclubs. Whether you would like a quiet corner for conversation amongst friends, a busy and vibrant social scene, comedy and entertainment, or a lively and diverse music scene – Portsmouth has something for everyone.

Sport Our location on Britain’s south coast and mild climate provides an ideal position to enjoy all kinds of outdoor and water sports. If you prefer to exercise indoors, the University’s Sport and Recreation department offers a multi-level gym, sports halls, and spacious studios which accommodate over 50 fitness classes such as pilates, boxercise and Zumba.

TheUniversityof

Portsmouth’sStudents’andAthleticUnionhas

over60differentsportsclubsandsocieties.Forsportsfromkaratetorugbytowindsurfing,orsocietiesfromdebatingtomusicanddramatobreakdance,findoutmoreontheStudents’

Unionwebsite:www.upsu.net.

‘IamamemberoftheChristianUnion,theCheerleadingandthePharmacologySocietiesandhavemadelotsofnewfriends.InmysparetimeIlikejoggingontheCommon,shoppinginCommercialRoadandGunwharfQuays,orvisitingnearbycitieslikeLondon,Southampton,WinchesterorOxford.’

Pui Shan Li, Hong Kong

‘Portsmouthistheperfectsize;itissmallenoughtofocusonyourstudies,butalsobigenoughtofindplentyofdistractionssuchasclubs,theatresandthebeach.Ittookmeonlyonedaytomeetsomanyinterestingstudentsfromallovertheworld.TheInternationalOfficeorganisestripsandeventstomakeiteasyforeveryonetobuildupnewfriendships.’

Martina Gabriela Schmitt, University of Passau, Germany

9Support serviceswww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk8 Your learning environment

Your learning environmentIWLP The Institution-Wide Language Programme (IWLP) offers students the opportunity to learn a foreign language either for interest or for credits as part of your degree. For more information please visit www.port.ac.uk/iwlp.

ComputingYou will have access to excellent computer facilities and places to study between lectures, as well as wireless internet in all campus buildings. We provide IT support 24 hours a day, computer suites with specialised software and equipment and service delivery advisers on hand to assist with problems. In addition, there are four open access areas with PCs and Macs, printing facilities, laptops and group working spaces.

All your information onlineWe have a dedicated student portal for details of your timetable, exam grades, library loans and news updates. Our virtual learning environment holds information and resources for your course.

‘IcametotheUniversityofPortsmouthforonesemesterasaStudyAbroadstudentfromPotsdam,NewYork.Ihadthechoiceoftakinganyunitfromanycourse,butasageologystudentIchoseunitsthatwouldbenefitmethemost,whileatthesametimegainingcredittowardsmydegreebackhome.

Thefacultyandstudentsareallreallyfriendly,havehelpedmeadjusttolifeoutsideoftheUSandwereabletohelpwithclassorhomeworkproblems.Portsmouthisdifferentfrombackhome,buttherearesomanythingstodohere.There’sdining,shopping,clubs,lotsofpubsandasmuchsoccerandrugbytowatchasyouwant.Therearesomanyplacestosee–notjustinPortsmouth–likeLondon,Bath,Stonehengeandmanymore.Thistownhassomegreatandinterestingpeople;thiswasanexperienceofalifetime.’

Gregg Marcinkowski, State University of New York – Potsdam, USA

Support servicesPersonal tutor system All students are assigned a personal tutor once they have enrolled on their course. Students will find the tutor an invaluable resource and receive expert advice in matters of an academic nature either in person, by telephone or by email.

Study Abroad TeamThe Study Abroad Team is based in the International Office and is dedicated to answering any preliminary enquiries, helping you through the application process, welcoming you during Orientation Week, and to providing support and information for non-academic matters throughout your stay in Portsmouth. Whether you have a specific enquiry or would like to just say ‘hi’, the Study Abroad Team will be happy to meet or chat with you.

Chaplaincy (religious support) The multi-faith Chaplaincy is here to support all students. It provides space for reflection, thought, stillness and prayer and a place to relax and meet friends. It also offers confidential support and information on local places of worship.

‘IhavealwayswantedtostudyinEnglandandPortsmouthbecamemyfirstchoiceforasemesterabroadassoonasIhadseentheprospectusoftheUniversity.EveryoneattheUniversitywasverysupportiveandfriendly,bothmembersofstaffandstudents.IhadthechancetochoosethecoursesthatIwasmostinterestedinandwithallthehelpIreceivedIadjustedquicklytomynewenvironment.

TheUniversityoffersalotofadditionalactivitiessuchasvarioussportsteamsandsocietiesthatyoucanjoin.Imetpeoplefromallovertheworldandmadealotofnewfriends.IespeciallylovedBritishculture,livingtheEnglishlifestyleandseeingalotofthecountrybyjoiningthetripsthattheInternationalOfficeorganisedforthestudents.MysemesterabroadhasbeenanexperiencethatIwouldnotwanttomissandcomingherehasbeenthebestdecisionIhavemade.IwilldefinitelycomeandvisitPortsmouthagaininthefuture.’

Eva Hecht, from Universität Würzburg, Germany

11www.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk10 Living in PortsmouthLiving in Portsmouth

Living in PortsmouthWe have a wide range of modern and well-equipped halls of residence all offering the opportunity to meet and live amongst students from different courses, cultures and backgrounds. All rooms are fully furnished, with study facilities and high speed wireless internet.

Once you have been accepted on to the Study Abroad Programme, you are eligible to apply for accommodation in our halls of residence. The application must be sent to the Student Housing Office, and if you are allocated a place, you must provide an advance rent payment of £200/€240, usually by the beginning of August (September entry) or the beginning of December (January entry).

Autumn and spring term:Pleasecontactstudent.housing@port.ac.uk

Full academic year:£2,849–£4,514/€3,410–€5,405

Moststudentsareplacedinourhallsofresidence,butifyouareunsuccessful,awealthofalternativeaccommodationisavailableinthecityandourStudentHousingOfficecanassistyou.

OurStudentHousingOfficecan

alsoofferinformationandadviceaboutalternativeaccommodationinthecity.Formoredetails,visitwww.port.ac.uk/

accommodation.

Langstone Student Village (room only or room and board option) – situated on the edge of Langstone Harbour, the Student Village comprises three halls of residence and is home to the University sports fields. These halls offer the opportunity of escaping city life, with its own large communal area, restaurant and computer suite as well as onsite laundry facilities. There are additional shops and amenities close by and a free regular University bus service taking just 20 minutes to link you to the University buildings and city centre just 2.5 miles/4 kilometres away.

Rees and Burrell (room and board – two meals a day) – situated close to the beach and all of Southsea’s leisure activities. Rees Hall overlooks Southsea Common and the Solent, with Burrell House located just behind. The University buildings and city centre are all within ten minutes’ walking distance.

Guildhall Halls (room only) – located in the heart of the city’s vibrant and bustling entertainment area and conveniently situated for the main shopping centres. Guildhall Halls are within walking distance of all main University buildings including the University Library, Students’ Union and University gym.

www.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk 1312 Practical informationPractical information

Practical informationOrientation programme The University provides an orientation programme for students arriving from overseas in the week before term starts to help you settle into your new environment. You will receive general advice about living and studying in Portsmouth as the programme includes academic events, city tours and social events.

Airport pick-up The University offers an airport pick-up service for new students to provide a worry-free option for the last part of their journey to Portsmouth. Information on how to book a place is given on the international pages of the website www.port.ac.uk/international.

Visas (non-EU nationals) You will need a visa to study in the UK. If you will be studying in Portsmouth for one term only, you can apply for a Student Visitor Visa (£76/€91). Under this type of visa you are entitled to stay a maximum of six months, but you are not entitled to extend into full-time study, change course, or take any paid or unpaid employment during the study period.

Alternatively you may apply for a Tier 4 (General) Student visa (£255/€305). This visa entitles you to work for up to 20 hours per week during term time. If you are studying in the UK for one year you will require a Tier 4 (General) Student visa and must obtain it before you travel.

You can apply for a Tier 4 (General) Student visa once you have received your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the University. You may apply for your visa online at: www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk/Welcome.htm.

Cost of living Portsmouth enjoys a low cost of living compared with many other cities in the south east of England. The amount of money you spend will depend on your individual lifestyle, although as a guide you will need approximately £2,000–£2,500/€2,400– €3,000 for the autumn term (September to December), and £6,000–£7,000/€7,200– €8,400 for the full academic year. This should cover accommodation, food, local travelling expenses, books, stationery and leisure activities.

TofindoutmoreaboutStudentVisitorandTier4visas,pleasechecktheUKBorderAgencywebsite:www.ukba.homeoffice

.gov.uk.

Healthcare Students must register with a doctor’s surgery on arrival in the UK in order to be able to receive treatment for the majority of medical conditions. Local hospitals are easily accessible in the unlikely event of an emergency.

PortsmouthisanidealplacetospendyourStudyAbroadperiod.Ithasanicecampuswithacity-centrelocationsoeverythingisinwalkingdistance.Thecityhasafascinatinghistory,butisstillverymodern.AttheUniversity,thestaffmembersareveryhelpful,solvingeveryproblemthatastudentmayhave.TherearemanyStudyAbroadstudentsfromallovertheworld.ThiscombinedwiththemanyeventsandactivitiesthatareavailableandtheeasytravellinkswithintheUKandtoEurope,Portsmouthisagreatplacetobe.

Moussi Issa, Temple University – Philadelphia, USA

For non-EU nationalsIfyouarestudyingformorethansixmonths,youareentitledtothesamemedicalcareasUKnationalsthroughtheNationalHealthService(NHS).IfyourStudyAbroadperiodislessthansixmonthsyoucanstillaccessthesamemedicalcare,butyouwillberequiredtopayfortheservice.ItisstronglyrecommendedthatyouobtainmedicalinsurancebeforearrivingintheUKtocoveryourperiodofstudy.

For EU nationalsAsanEUnational,youareentitledtothesamemedicalcareasUKnationalsthroughtheNationalHealthServicewhileyouarestudyingintheUK.PleasenotethatyoushouldobtainaEuropeanHealthInsurancecardpriortoyourdeparture.

15Entry requirementswww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk14 Study Abroad Programme

Study Abroad Programme Entry requirementsYou can choose to study at Portsmouth for a half (one term) or full academic year. You will study in classes alongside full-time British and international students. Learning is undertaken through lectures as well as smaller seminar and tutorial classes, giving you an opportunity to work closely with, and get to know, other students on your course.

Courses are weighted with either 10 credits (5 ECTS) or 20 credits (10 ECTS), so the number of classes you take will vary depending on your choices. You can expect to study in the classroom for 12–15 hours per week, with another 12–15 hours of independent study.

Half year One academic year

September Autumn term

Complete up to 60 credits (30 ECTS)

Complete up to 120 credits (60 ECTS)

October

November

December

January Spring/summer termComplete up to 60 credits (30 ECTS)

(Limited courses available for spring term. Please contact studyabroad@port.ac.uk to check availability.)

February

March

April

May

• At least one year of university education in a relevant major/minor.• Minimum cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) depends on your chosen subject. Please

contact us to find out the minimum GPA for your course.• Minimum English language level (for students whose first language is not English): IELTS

6.0 or equivalent. If your level is below this, you may be eligible for the Junior Year Abroad programme or a Pre-sessional English course.

Transfer of creditYou must gain approval from your home university before accepting an offer to study at the University of Portsmouth and should seek advice regarding the most appropriate courses to study. Credit gained from the University of Portsmouth can be transferred to your university. To be awarded credits, you must complete the required assessments for each course. On completion of your study period you may request an academic transcript, which can be sent directly to you or your university.

‘ItwasinitiallytogainsomeexperiencethatIdecidedtostudyabroad,butonceIarrived,PortsmouthgavememorethanIexpected!Istudiedandworkedwithoutstandingstudentsandstaff,andmycourseenhancedmyviewofthebusinessworld.Myinterestinthesubjectreallygrewduringthesemester,soIdecidedtocontinuemyeconomicsdegreehere.IlikethebeautifulseasideviewinPortsmouthaswell.WithallthesupportatPortsmouth,IamsureIwillhaveafantasticcareerafterIgraduate!’

Dan Liang, Tianjin University of Finance and Economics, China

If English is not your first language you may apply for the Junior Year Abroad programme, which includes 20 weeks of English language at our partner language school, Language Specialists International (LSI), followed by one term of the Study Abroad Programme. The Junior Year Abroad programme runs from April to December. For more details, please email jya@port.ac.uk.

• Events, fairs and festivals in summer• Perfect for BBQs and frisbee

• Spinnaker Tower• Shopping• Bars and restaurants• Multiplex cinema

• HMS Victory and HMS Warrior• Mary Rose Museum• Royal Naval Museum

• The Guildhall – music, theatre and conference venue

• Guildhall Walk – bars and a theatre• Shopping area – Commercial Road

• Southsea Castle • Hovercraft to Isle of Wight• Blue Reef Aquarium

• Shopping, bars and restaurants

Southsea Common

Gunwharf Quays

City guide

Historic Dockyard

Guildhall Square

Seafront

Southsea

University

19The Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industrieswww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk18 The Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries

The Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries

The creative and cultural industries form the powerhouse of the new world economy. Communication through many media – words, music, images, models, performance, games, video, film – is shared by global communities, brought together by common interests and high-speed technology.

• Interior design• Graphic design• Fashion and textile design• Photography• Drama and performance• Creative and media writing

• Animation• Computer games

technology• Television and film

production

If you would like to study with us for one term only, please contact the Study Abroad Team to check course availability.

View www.port.ac.uk/cci

to find out more about all the

courses we offer.

Courses that may be available include:

The University of Portsmouth is at the heart of the booming creative and cultural industries in the south east of England, one of the most successful and dynamic regional economies in the world.

University of Portsmouth Chancellor and renowned actress, Sheila Hancock, has recently broken the ground on our new £14 million Eldon Building extension, which creates an additional 3,000 square metres dedicated to student teaching, learning and exhibition facilities. The Faculty combines theoretical advances with practical applications in order to provide the best teaching environment possible.

21The Faculty of Humanities and Social Scienceswww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk20 The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

With a rich literary and maritime heritage, Portsmouth is an excellent location in which to study the humanities.

• Criminology and criminal justice• Early childhood studies• American studies• Applied languages• European language and area

studies• International development studies

• Spanish and Latin American studies

• English language and literature

• History• International relations• Sociology

If you would like to study with us for one term only, please contact the Study Abroad Team to check course availability.

View www.port.ac.uk/hum

to find out more about all the

courses we offer.

Courses that may be available include:

The Faculty, which is highly ranked for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey, is home to the Centre for European and International Studies Research (CEISR) – top in its field in the UK – bringing together linguists, historians, sociologists, political scientists and anthropologists.

The Faculty’s Institute of Criminal Justice Studies is one of the UK’s leading teaching and research centres, working closely with the police service and criminal justice agencies to meet the changing needs of professionals.

23Portsmouth Business Schoolwww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk22 Portsmouth Business School

Portsmouth Business School

At Portsmouth Business School, home to nearly 4,000 students from all over the world, you have the opportunity to study dynamic courses in core business disciplines. Our courses are constantly updated to ensure that students entering the world of work have a thorough grasp of both the theory and practice of modern business.

• Accounting with finance• International finance and trade• Economics, finance and banking• Business economics• Business administration• Hospitality management

• Marketing• Human resource management• Law• Business enterprise

development

If you would like to study with us for one term only, please contact the Study Abroad Team to check course availability.

View www.port.ac.uk/pbs

to find out more about all the

courses we offer.

Courses that may be available include:

Our courses are recognised by professional organisations including AMBA (Association of MBAs), Chartered Institute of Marketing, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Portsmouth Business School is located in the striking purpose-built Richmond Building, which was officially opened by the Governor of the Bank of England in 2004.

25The Faculty of Sciencewww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk24 The Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science

Students in the Faculty of Science study on courses taught by leading academics and researchers from many scientific fields. Current research includes anti-cancer drugs and drug delivery systems, the quantum mechanics of subatomic particles, the truthfulness of witness statements and the study of volcanic rocks in Zimbabwe, Wyoming and Ontario.

• Biochemistry and genome science• Marine biology• Sports science• Human and physical geography• Biomedical science

• Psychology• Earth sciences• Geology• Environmental science

If you would like to study with us for one term only, please contact the Study Abroad Team to check course availability.

View www.port.ac.uk/sci

to find out more about all the

courses we offer.

Courses that may be available include:

You will learn in modern teaching spaces with excellent facilities which include the Institute of Marine Sciences located at the mouth of Langstone Harbour and the Centre for Simulation in Healthcare, which has its own operating theatre and clinical laboratory.

27The Faculty of Technologywww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk26 The Faculty of Technology

The Faculty of Technology

The Faculty of Technology offers a wide range of courses in engineering, computing, mathematics and the built environment. The Faculty has strong links with industry, courses are accredited by professional organisations and staff engage in cutting-edge knowledge transfer activities. The Faculty is renowned for its world-leading research in cosmology, galaxy evolution, gravitation and mathematics.

• Civil engineering• Communications systems• Cyber technology• Internet engineering• Logistics and transportation• Mathematics • Property development

• Product design and innovation• Mechanical and manufacturing

engineering• Petroleum engineering• Business information systems• Computer science

If you would like to study with us for one term only, please contact the Study Abroad Team to check course availability.

View www.port.ac.uk/tech

to find out more about all the

courses we offer.

Courses that may be available include:

A range of facilities are provided to support students’ learning experiences and computer suites and software are regularly upgraded to reflect current industrial practice. A Maths Café, computer and electronic surgeries, and Cisco networking club are available to support your studies.

Postgraduate opportunities 29www.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk28 Admissions

AdmissionsHow to apply• Download the Study Abroad Application

Form from www.port.ac.uk/studyabroad or email studyabroad@port.ac.uk to request an application pack.

• Obtain an academic transcript and one reference from your home university.

• Provide a copy of your ID card/passport.• Return the application form, transcript,

copy of ID/Passport and reference to the Study Abroad Team via post, email or fax using the contact details on the application form.

Application deadlines• For Study Abroad September entry (full

year and one term) 6 July

• For Study Abroad January entry (one term) 2 November

• For Junior Year Abroad April entry 1 February

Tuition fees2012–2013*• One term £4,250/€5,100• One academic year** £8,500/€10,200

2013–2014Please contact studyabroad@port.ac.uk for details

* Students who pay their tuition fees in full prior to or at registration are entitled to a two per cent prompt payment discount.

** Students studying for a full year are entitled to pay their fees in five monthly instalments. Please note that the two per cent prompt payment discount does not apply if this option is taken.

Postgraduate opportunitiesWhilst it may be early to start thinking about life after university, it is important to know what opportunities are available to you. Many students choose to continue their studies and gain a Master’s degree: • to develop a second area of expertise• to increase their confidence when job

hunting• to begin the first stage in an academic

career• simply for love of a subject

In the UK, Master’s degrees are completed in one year, meaning that students can save money on tuition and living expenses, and accelerate their entry into the world of work. Visit www.port.ac.uk/postgraduate to find out more.

Alternatively you may be seeking employment opportunities in the UK after finishing your degree. Visit the Department of Employability for information on employers and advice on applying for positions: www.port.ac.uk/careersandrecruitment.

31Disclaimerwww.port.ac.ukwww.port.ac.uk30 How to find us

How to find usFormoreinformationonhowtofindus,pleasegoto

www.port.ac.uk/howtogethere

DisclaimerThe University’s curriculum structure is being revised for the academic year 2012–13. Therefore, please check with the Study Abroad Team that your chosen course is available.

It is important that you read and make sure you understand this disclaimer. In the event that you become a student at the University of Portsmouth, this becomes part of any contract between you and the University. Any offer of a place that we make to you is on the basis that you have read and understood the terms of the disclaimer and agree to be bound by them.

We (the University of Portsmouth) have checked the information in this prospectus and believe that it is accurate at the time of going to press (April 2012). However, course details and other information may change. It is your responsibility to confirm that the course you wish to study is suitable for your needs, interests and abilities, and that the service, support and facilities provided by the University of Portsmouth meet your requirements. If you accept the offer of a place on one of our courses of study, the responsibility for doing so and for any costs which you may incur is yours alone.

We will endeavour to deliver courses in keeping with the course descriptions on our website, but reserve the right to change the content, timetabling, administration and other organisation of courses, subject to maintaining equivalent academic and quality standards.

We do not accept responsibility if we are unable to fulfil our commitments through circumstances beyond our control. These include (by way of example but not limitation) illness, industrial action, civil emergencies or the actions of third parties.

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