University of Portsmouth

Invest in yourself with a postgraduate degree at Portsmouth.

• 5 STAR Rating for Excellence (QS World University Rankings 2024)
  
• Top 3 Modern University for Research Power (REF 2021)
• 20% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount
• Top 10 Most Affordable Cities (Natwest Student Living Index 2024)
• 5 Years Careers’ Support After You Graduate

Discover a Master’s or PhD to help unlock your career possibilities. With a strong reputation and connections in industry. This is your place to take that next step to achieving your goals.

Flexible courses
At Portsmouth we offer a wide variety of flexible part-time, full-time and distance learning courses. We’ll help you get where you want to be at a pace and delivery that suits you. 

Courses designed for your career
Our Master’s are designed in collaboration with industry to ensure you’re taught practical, relevant topics that help you succeed in the workplace. Many of our Master’s are accredited by industry bodies, giving you professional recognition that opens doors to specialist careers. What’s more, we offer five years free career support after you graduate. Explore our courses today.

Research degrees that make a difference
Our research degrees bring together unparalleled knowledge and valuable resources from across the University, so you can tackle issues of real consequence. With supervision from researchers at the forefront of their disciplines; 93% of students rate our Supervisors as having the skills and knowledge to support their research (PRES 2024), Portsmouth is the place to complete your research with impact. Browse our research subject areas.

Funding for your future
There are lots of options to help you secure the funding you need. For your Master’s, you could borrow up to £12,471 with a postgrad loan, or for a PhD, you can borrow up to £28,673 with a postgrad doctoral loan. Repayments can start from as little as £5 per month, depending on how much you’re earning. 

Either way, you can pay your fees in manageable instalments to help spread the cost. Visit our website for more info and find out what bursaries are available.

The perfect place to call home
Portsmouth is a small and lively island city that contains everything you need. Focus on your studies, then, when it’s time to step away from your books, the seafront offers you the perfect place to revive and reset. Discover Portsmouth 

Join us at a Postgraduate Open Day
In person or online to find out more about postgrad study. Speak to current students and course leaders. Discover the study and finance options available to you, and find out how we can support you and your goals.
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