Introducing Connected Degrees
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Only Portsmouth has Connected Degrees
Weigh up the pros and pros of Portsmouth’s unique Connected Degrees.
Pro: 3 years with friends.
Pro: Explore more options.
Pro: Launch your career.
It’s all win.
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Introducing Connected Degrees. 3 year course with a 4th year placement.
Connect your course directly to your future career.
Portsmouth is the only UK university to give students this option.
Traditional unis only offer a placement in your 3rd year.
At Portsmouth, you can prioritise what matters to you.
Career-ready
Take the extra time to find your perfect placement.
Community
Stay with the same friends throughout your studies.
Support
Glide into professional life with full university support.
Flexibility
If you prefer, you can still choose a 3rd year placement.
You’ll graduate at the end of your 4th year, whether it’s study or placement.
UK students can start a Connected Degree from September 2024.
Connect your degree to your ambitions at Portsmouth.
Explore the UK’s only 3 year course with 4th year placement.
Discover Connected Degrees.
Explore your postgraduate potential
Discover our Master’s and PhD courses, join our open days, explore pioneering research, and connect with experts to advance your academic journey.
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We respond to challenges, influence policy, and help change the world for the better with our global research.
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