WELCOME TO THE PORTSMOUTH SU FAMILY*

*You’re now officially a member of University of Portsmouth Students’ Union (UPSU or The Union for short). Welcome! 😙

We’re a family of over 28,000 unique Portsmouth students and not only that but your membership is FREE! 



We’ll help you succeed in your degree, find your people, look after yourself, make change and help you to develop as a person. 

Whether you're here in Portsmouth, part of our London Campus, a distant learner or studying through one of our partnerships, we are here to make sure you are all represented and have a great University journey and experience.

Ready to see what we’ve got in store for you? Scroll on down… 🌟


On Campus Students

Studying on campus? Find out about Freshers' Fayre (our flagship event held at The Union, Gun House Green and Ravelin Sports Centre), events happening during Welcome Month as well as what services and activities are available on campus for you!

We can't wait to see you at Freshers' Fayre! If you want to know what expect from the biggest event of the year, check our video below...



SU Welcome Events

Handpicked events on our event schedule that you won't want to miss

14
Sep

Tues 24 Sep, 10:00

Gun House Green

24
Sep

Wed 25 Sep, 10:00

Gun House Green

30
Sep

From Mon 30th Sep

Multivenue



What is an SU

Find out more about why we exist and what you can get from your membership

Find out more!

The Ultimate Packing List

Not sure what to bring to Uni? We've got you covered with our Ultimate University Packing List!

Download the List

Get more out of your time in Portsmouth!

Portsmouth has so much to offer as a Student City! We take a look and guide you through some of the places you may not know about!

Explore Portsmouth


Your Elected Officers 2024/25

The Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University and the Officers are here to make changes to ensure that can happen. If you ever need to contact the Officers collectively, you can do so by emailing electedofficers@upsu.net or, if you want to contact a specific officer, click on their photo.


Find your people and feel at home

UPSU Student Groups

Student Groups are a great development opportunity and a great place to find new friends, build a community and have a sense of belonging while at University

Find out more!

UoP Sport Teams

Join one of the 34 Team UoP Sports Clubs, try something new or carry on your favourite activity. Play, train or compete!

Give me sport!

Feeling Overwhelmed, Seek Advice

Welcomemonth can be overwhelming for some, if you are unsure about carrying on your Uni journey, chat to your independent advice service

Get Advice

Distance Learners & London Campus

As your Union, we are here to represent all of our students and that includes our students that aren't on the Portsmouth Campus. 

Check out our Virtual Freshers' Fayre to see what the SU can offer you and how we can represent you as distance learners. 


Virtual Freshers Fayre 2024

Learn more about your SU membership and what it entitles you to below, and if you are ever on campus, please come and see us and say hi:


Your SU Membership

This kind of membership automatically applies to any current student on a University of Portsmouth course as well as Union Elected Officers.

Additional fees for groups membership may apply.

Receive Regular Updates

Right To Vote In Student Elections

Right To Join Clubs & Societies

Right to Run In Student Elections

Free Independent Advice

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