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Got an enquiry? Contact our Press and Media team at pressoffice@port.ac.uk or by calling +44 (0)23 9284 2728, and our Events Team at events@port.ac.uk.
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News
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New Cycle Hub with 336 new secure spaces to be built as part of the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s Estate Masterplan
Rowing teams set to race around Great Britain in epic endurance and environmental challenge
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú to celebrate creative talent with public exhibition
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú scientists help test potentially life-saving technology for people with rare breathing condition
Events
View all eventsJun 17 2026
-Jun 18 2026
15th International Counter Fraud, Cybercrime and Forensic Accounting Conference
Jun 17 2026
Pop Matters: Promoting Popular Culture in ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú
Jun 18 2026
-Sep 10 2026
Placement Top Tips - Searching and Applying for Placements
Blogs
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Supergirl: why DC comics is betting big on a hero long stuck in Superman’s shadow
Ukraine war now longer than the first world war – but the similarities are unsettling
Exploring the UK: my transport tips as an international student
How gaps in education, work and welfare support can push neurodivergent people into homelessness
Podcasts
We're developing our podcasts to bring you expert insight on topical issues, stories from our students and alumni, and University news. Find out more about our existing podcast series below.
Life Solved
Port Cities and Maritime Cultures Podcast
Featured research stories
New resource to help in the fight against climate change
Study suggests mild COVID-19 can have harmful effects on cardiovascular health
First ever sturgeon to be found in Africa
Webinars
Hear from our academics and experts directly from wherever in the world you are, by viewing one of our webinar series.
Thinking about uni
Our 'Getting Started' webinar series is designed to give you up-to-the-minute information, tips and guidance to help you get started with your uni application.
Media enquiries
Want an expert opinion on a story? Our press officers can put you in touch with the right person.
- Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 2728 (8.30am-5.30pm)
- Email: pressoffice@port.ac.uk
For urgent, out-of-hours media enquiries, call +44 (0)7594 502 933.