Welcome to UPSU
The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student by 2021.
Representation at UPSU

The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student by 2021.
Advice from UPSU
We hope university will be one of the best experiences of your life! But, we also know it has its ups and downs, and it can be tough. In case you do have any issues, the Union’s Advice Service is here to help.

Here are some updates about private housing - from writing a letter to your landlord, to what to do if you're struggling to afford your rent.
Writing to your Landlord
Hayley, your VP Welfare & Community has created a letter template that students can use to request flexibility with their rent payments with their landlords.
Useful Guidance from the University Student Housing Team
For students currently in private house accommodation, the University Student Housing Team has produced some useful guidance including actions you can take if you cannot afford your rent.
University Hardship Fund
The University Finance Team have also said, in relation to hardship funding, that students that are struggling and need funds should email them at studentfinance@port.ac.uk. They are still asking for applications and evidence which can be emailed to them (and they'll be flexible on what can be provided). Any student who is in financial difficulty can apply, regardless of the issues and they are mindful of the lack of part-time work affecting students adversely. They are also aware of our priority group students such as those with children, disabilities and care leavers/estranged students.
Update: Writing to Portsmouth City Council
Your President, Helena, and VP Welfare and Community, Hayley, along with Graham Galbraith, are in the process of writing to members of the Portsmouth City Council to request landlords to release students from rental payments for the remainder of their tenancies and ensure support so neither party is financially strained.
Renters Right Packs
Don't forget you can still access Hayley's helpful Renters Rights Pack too for general support and resources on your rights when renting.
Information from the Government
The government has also published guidance for landlords and tenants.
Your Sabbs wrote a letter to Portsmouth City Council about Student Renters and their rights at this time.
Portsmouth City Council wrote an email response to the Sabbs. You can read what they said here.
Contact us
- Call: 023 9284 3628
- Email: hello@upsu.net
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The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University.
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