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.
The service will be Closed from the 22nd December 2021 and will resume on Tuesday 4th January 2022 due to the Christmas Period.
The Advice Service is here for you today call us on 02392843478
It's OK to not be OK
Your Health and Wellbeing
Whether it’s academic issues that are becoming too much or if it’s personal issues like family or relationships, help is always available. This website has been designed to display relevant information of ways you can get help. Also, follow the #UPSUok to get ‘nuggets of knowledge’, things like help sites, articles and campus help.
It's important to remember that you are human and that it's OK to not be OK.
People may look at you and think you're OK, you look normal, how can there be something wrong with you? But that's just it, depression, anxiety and other issues can affect anybody at anytime and you may think it will never affect you, but if it does, help is available. Find a range of support services open and available to all students below.
Our #UPSUok wristbands were designed as a way to remove the stigma around mental health and promote support services everyone can access should you feel alone. So come and grab your wristband and show your support.
You can also take part in our campaign to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing at University. Share your experiences with the Twitter hashtag #UPSUok or share a picture with your It's OK to not be OK wristband.
The Union Advice Service
Confidential, impartial and non- judgemental support for both academic and non-academic support needs.
Res Life team
The Team is here to help you if you're having problems or just need someone to talk to. Our service is here for all students.
Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre (ASDAC)
Support and advice with any chronic illnesses, sensory and mobility impairments, mental health difficulties, specific learning difficulties and social communication difficulties.
Chaplaincy
Chaplains offer confidential support to all students, as well as a safe social space with free tea and coffee and comfortable seating.
Samaritans
Provides confidential, non-judgmental emotional support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those that could lead to suicide. You can phone, email, write a letter or in most cases talk to someone face to face.
Mind
With support and understanding, Mind enables people to make informed choices. The Infoline gives information on types of mental distress, where to get help, drug treatments, alternative therapies and advocacy. Mind has around 140 local Minds, including Portsmouth, providing local mental health services.
Contact us
- Call: 023 9284 3628
- Email: hello@upsu.net
- Map & Directions
- Opening Hours
Social Accounts
The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University.
© 2020 UPSU. Registered charity number 1136115, a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales number 3934555.
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