Societies support students who want to participate in a range of activities, whether it be performing arts, social, religious, cultural, political or academic. Societies are part of the Union's dedication to providing students with an inclusive and diverse community whilst also providing some of the most exciting and unique activities available.

Who are Societies?

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
If it’s a sense of adventure you’re after, or you simply like to keep fit, develop some skills and have lots of fun – then taking part in a physical activity could be just for you! Physical activities accommodate people of all abilities and exist primarily for recreation not competition.

FAITH:
Passionate about your beliefs? Take part in or witness the experience offered by our vibrant community of religious societies. Our faith based societies are for believers and nonbelievers alike. Read the bible but still not sure? Tried the Koran and not convinced? We will be running debates throughout the year that will put religion into the spotlight so you can discuss its main themes and make up your own mind.

CULTURAL:
If you’re missing a slice of home and feel like you want to relish in your culture then joining a cultural society is for you! From traditional music to home cooked meals there’s an extended family in Portsmouth waiting for you. We guarantee you won’t feel alienated as Cultural Societies exist for you to meet people that understand you and willing to share their experience and knowledge about where to go and what to do at University. You don’t have to be African to join the African-Caribbean society or a woman to join the Feminist society, all our culural societies are welcoming so that you can feel comfortable about learning about other cultures and beliefs.

POLITICAL:
You’ve heard it all before, but its true, University really is the place where you’ll discover what you really believe. Our political societies cover most of the political spectrum, so if you want to get involved with campaigns to eliminate extreme poverty, save the environment or right some wrongs, our political societies will make you think and question the people who make rules and run offices. We will be running debates through our Politics and Debating Society, so that all students can get involved in debates around issues they are passionate about and come away feeling they have learnt something new.

ACTIVITIES:
Anime, Bell Ringing, Chess, Cinema, Computer Games, Creative Writing, Drum And Bass, Hip Hop, Hug, Links – First Aid, LGBT, Motorcycling, Music And Drama, New Music, Neosoul Poetry, Poker, Pool, Renegade, Road Trip, Rock, School Of Rock, Science Fiction, SSAGO, Unsigned Act, UPRAW, Wall Art... There’s absolutely no way of describing our activities so we just thought we’d list them all for you!

ACADEMIC:
Being part of an academic society is a fantastic way to gain the most from your studies, but that’s not all they offer, it’s a brilliant way to network with people at all levels of your course. The atmosphere is one where you can share ideas and thoughts on your work, go on field trips not offered by your course, or even lobby the University on issues you are unhappy about. There’s no doubt that joining an academic society will be beneficial to your CV and allow you to see your course from a new angle.