Successful Agent Meet Hosted by University of Portsmouth and ICP

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EDUCAST, On July 4, University of Portsmouth and International College Portsmouth (ICP) in association with Navitas successfully hosted an Agent Meet from 11 AM to 2 PM. The event aimed to inform agents about the extensive offerings of the university, including a wide range of courses, scholarships, and entry requirements for students.

Anamika Saxena, Regional Recruitment Adviser at the University of Portsmouth, presented on the diverse academic programs available, designed to cater to various interests and career goals. She detailed the scholarship opportunities available to financially support international students and outlined specific entry requirements, ensuring agents are well-prepared to guide prospective students through the application process.

Kezia Hall, Student Recruitment Manager at ICP, highlighted ICP’s unique pathways to the University of Portsmouth. She emphasized personalized student support and diverse program options, underscoring the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and career readiness. Hall also showcased ICP’s vibrant campus life and the cultural richness of the city of Portsmouth, enhancing students’ overall educational experience.

Manish Thapa, Student Recruitment Manager for University Partnership Europe at Navitas, informed agents about the extensive network of partner universities across Europe. He highlighted the unique benefits and academic pathways available to international students, emphasizing the strong support systems in place to ensure academic and social success.

Shristy Bhattarai, Regional Director (Nepal & Bhutan) of Navitas, discussed the comprehensive range of foundation and pathway programs designed to prepare students for successful university studies. She elaborated on the tailored support services and resources provided by Navitas, which help students achieve their academic and career aspirations.

The University of Portsmouth and ICP have set entry criteria for various academic levels. For Year 0, a minimum GPA of 2.00 (old system: grade C, 45%) or equivalent qualifications is required. Year 1 for Business and Accounting and Science and Engineering requires a GPA of 3.00 (old system: grade B, 55-65%) or equivalent. Year 2 and Pre-Masters require relevant bachelor’s degree completions with specified percentages. English proficiency must be demonstrated with IELTS scores of 5.5 for Year 0 and Year 1, and 6.0 for Pre-Masters, or equivalent tests like PTE and Duolingo.

The University of Portsmouth has earned a prestigious AACSB accreditation in the recognition of outstanding quality of its Business and Management Education. The AACSB accreditation validates the University of Portsmouth’s place among the world’s best business schools and provides assurance of quality of its Business Management Education and Research.

The University of Portsmouth offers more than 200 undergraduate, 170 postgraduate and around 40 postgraduate research courses. Students can choose courses in different subject areas like Accounting, economics, and finance; Architecture and surveying, Biological Sciences, Business, management, and marketing; Computer games, animation, and digital technologies; Computing; Data Science and Machine Learning and many more. University of Portsmouth offers some of the most reputable study programs which have been ranked in top categories by various associations.