Edge Hill University is based on an attractive, award-winning 160-acre campus in Lancashire, close to Liverpool and Manchester. The institution has been providing higher education since 1885, with a mission to create opportunity from knowledge. The institution’s significant success in achieving its mission is recognised by a range of awards and high rankings for teaching, student experience, accommodation and more. Edge Hill is ranked as Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the government’s evaluation of excellence in teaching quality, learning environment and student outcomes. The University is also one of the select few to have held the coveted UK University of the Year title, awarded by Times Higher Education (2014/15).
Edge Hill is ranked as Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the government’s evaluation of excellence in teaching quality, learning environment and student outcomes. Gold is the highest possible TEF rating, indicating that the institution is “of the highest quality found in the UK” and is “delivering consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students.”
Edge Hill is one of the select few universities to have held the coveted UK University of the Year title, awarded by Times Higher Education (2014/15). Recent successes include being ranked in the top 10 for teaching by the Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017, top in the North West for student experience (Times Higher Education 2017), and top in the UK for student accommodation in the 2017 WhatUni Awards.
Edge Hill is University of the Year for Student Retention by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, who wrote that the institution is “firmly establishing itself among the top post-1992 universities.” In our peer group of the 60+ modern, diversified universities we are top in England in the WhatUni 2017 University of the Year rankings, as well as in the Courses and Lecturers and Facilities categories. Edge Hill also comes top in the UK for student support (WhatUni 2017) and social mobility (CentreForum, 2014).
Within the North West we are the safest campus (Complete University Guide 2016) and the highest-ranked institution for student satisfaction in a wide range of National Student Survey categories and subjects (NSS 2016). Our strengths in employability are demonstrated by 95.5% of our full time first degree graduates finding work or further study within six months of graduating (HESA), and reinforced by awards including a top ten shortlisting in the National Graduate Recruitment Awards (TARGETjobs 2017).
Times Higher Awards have recognised our Excellence and Innovation in the Arts (Highly Commended, 2015) and research in sport and education, working in partnership with Everton in the Community the official charity of Everton Football Club (Outstanding Contribution to the Community, 2016). The University has been ranked Best University Workplace (Times Higher Education 2015), judged Best UK Employer (European Business Awards 2016) and Highly Commended for Workplace of the Year in Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards 2017.
When Edge Hill was awarded University of the Year title for 2014/15, Times Higher Education described it as “a great success story…an institution that improves and impresses year after year”. The award recognised its outstanding achievements in student satisfaction, staff engagement, graduate employment and innovation as well as its strengthening research profile, investment and growth. It also celebrated Edge Hill University’s distinct role in “transforming lives” – reflecting a distinctive philosophy of creating opportunity from excellence.
Edge Hill University – creating and harnessing knowledge to deliver opportunity. Edge Hill University will provide an intellectually-stimulating, creative and inclusive environment for its community. Teaching and learning of the highest standard, supported by pure and applied research of international significance, will provide a firm foundation for its graduates, and other stakeholders in a rapidly changing world. An international perspective, knowledge and understanding, and a life-long capacity to learn and adapt, is the surest way of securing an individual’s and the nation’s future.
Edge Hill University will Harness the creativity, knowledge and commitment of its staff to promote its values and enhance its activities. Provide an outstanding student experience, underpinned by high quality learning and teaching, and further develop its strong sense of community. Build its research capacity, and, in particular, establish research centres in the areas of public policy and the creative industries in addition to a postgraduate medical institute. Strengthen its links to business and the region, and enhance student employability. Establish both national and international partnerships, which will enrich university life, deepen our understanding of the world, and benefit the region, and, more broadly, the UK economy. Continue its investment in the campus and facilities to create an outstanding environment for these activities.
Our core values lie in our wholehearted commitment to our staff, students and partners, and our constant efforts to improve in all we do. Our approach is inclusive; we celebrate diversity, and will tirelessly strive to enhance the life opportunities that a good education provides for our students. The University will be both financially and environmentally sustainable, seeking always to reinvest its resources to enhance the student experience, its research capacity, and its engagement with the public and third sectors, business and the region, as well as its local community. We will be decisive and focused in all we do, and plan with a realistic ambition founded on our strong progress to date.
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Edge Hill University = great opportunities. A pioneer in education, equality & diversity. Edge Hill University is the embodiment of an award-winning place, people & provision for facilitating & leading on cutting edge, critical research, teaching & learning experiences between a collaborative partnership of great thinkers, learners, academics & practitioners. Sitting in the great, World Famous North West of England, on the edge of West Lancashire & the Liverpool City Region, Edge Hill University is well situated and well served for all whom have the opportunity and pleasure of experiencing Edge Hill University; a perfect choice for developing mind, body & soul.
By Nicholas Catahan (May, 2018) |
Not as good as it thinks and the careers advice is awful. Was unfriendly and poor facilities when I studied there. Poor quality accommodation in Ormskirk too
By Thomas (May, 2018) |
Very impressive campus. Professional delivery of presentations. Good hospitality. My son’s first choice. Very happy for him to continue his studies there.
By Martin Hunter (Mar, 2018) |
I really enjoyed my time at Edge Hill. Very good Tutors who were well versed in their particular disciplines. First year was a pain re: parking but by the time I had finished my time there an enormous car park and further development / opportunities had been added.
An excellent atmosphere including a great wildlife environment. My only criticism was that the library needs to be improved but I understand that is now finally in progress.
By David Higham (Mar, 2018) |
I was a part-time mature Masters student here until graduating recently and was impressed with the staff, facilities and friendly atmosphere provided by the university. The knowledge I gained during my course enabled me to side step into another industry and follow a more satisfying career path. The teaching was first class (award winning in fact), and the support provided during supervision of thesis research was excellent. I cannot recommend Edge Hill enough.
By Peter Shuttleworth (Dec, 2017) |
Attended the open day yesterday and was impressed from the moment we drove up to the car park. Staff were very friendly and nothing was a bother for them, with any questions answered throughout. The free refreshments were a lovely touch also and very much appreciated to keep us fueled up. It's certainly a lovely campus, with everything a student might need by the looks of it. If my daughter was to get an offer here, I would feel she was in very good hands.
By Marie Parry (Oct, 2017) |
Amazing university. I love their courses. I'm training to be a Primary School teacher and the facilities are amazing, staff are so supportive, friendly and committed.
By Amanda Barnes (Oct, 2017) |
Wonderful atmosphere. Everything you could need on site. Clean and clearly well maintained campus.
Staff, students and student support are all welcoming positive and full of enthusiasm for uni life.
Thank you to everyone for the help moving into the Chandlers Court Booth! Very kindly helping with bags etc.
Love the student halls so much. Good luck to everyone this year :)
By Jane Hutchby (Sep, 2017) |
Edge Hill University is excellent. It has such a relaxing friendly atmosphere and full of friendly people, I spent three years at Edge Hill University. I have made long lasting friendships, that will never fade. Friendly staff and lectures that always are willing to go that extra mile to help you. If I could do it all over again I would. Simply fantastic
By Christopher Hunt (Sep, 2017) |
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Studying in Lancashire has been a transformative journey for my child; the dedicated staff uplift every student while fostering an environment where learning flourishes.
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