Experience in Portsmouth, United Kingdom by Charlotte

What is it like to live in Portsmouth? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Portsmouth is a great city to live in. It is divided into several areas, Southsea, Old Portsmouth, Fratton, Cosham and Drayton. The main student areas are Southsea and Fratton, but each area has its own high street and shops. Southsea is by the beach and is very beautiful and is normally quite cheap for student accommodation. Prices are average, not cheap but not too expensive, and there are lots of student discounts.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Portsmouth?

Business students have a lot of contact hours compared to other degrees so much of your time is spent going to classes. There are lots of great shops, and it is easy to get involved in sports. There are not many cultural entertainments around the University Campus, but in Southsea there are some good theatres and music venues.

How much does it cost to live in Portsmouth?

Budget around £3000-4000 on accommodation, weekly food shop normally between £20-30 (depending where you shop and what you buy). An average night out is between £10-30.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Portsmouth? Is there any advice you can give?

There is a lot of accommodation available in Fratton and Southsea and the university provides housing for most first year students.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Gunwharf Quays has lots of great restaurants. My favourite was the Pork belly and potato rosti at the Old Customs House but this was quite pricy.

What places would you recommend visiting in Portsmouth?

The seafront! Tiger Tiger is a must and the D-Day Museum is very interesting.

Is it good to eat out in Portsmouth? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Ali's does the best chicken nuggets. Avoid Ken's Fried Chicken.

Is the nightlife good in Portsmouth? Where is good to go?

Tiger Tiger, Club 8 hosts international parties for Erasmus and International Students.

What advice would you give future students heading to Portsmouth?

Explore the city and the surrounding area, Chichester is a beautiful city and Southampton is another great place to shop!

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