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Edge Hill University

Ormskirk

  • Location: Town, Rural

About us

At Edge Hill University, we’ve been inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885. We help students embark on inspirational journeys, expanding their knowledge and creating lifelong friendships. Whatever you study, we invest in your future and provide you with the tools you need to succeed.

Located in Lancashire, close to Liverpool and Manchester, we’ve created a diverse environment where our students can live, learn, and belong—recognised in the Complete University Guide as a Top 4 University in the North West (2025).

Lecture halls are equipped with everything you need, and our high-quality teaching brings subjects to life. If you're moving away for the first time, our on-campus accommodation provides a home away from home within easy reach of study and social spaces - ranked 1st in the UK by students (Uni Compare, 2025).

Recently rated an Ofsted 'Outstanding' provider, you'll be taught by research-active staff who are experts in their field, ensuring you reach your full potential.

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What makes us different

What makes us different is our purpose. For us, our purpose has always been about much more than education. It’s about creating access to knowledge, because we know out of knowledge comes opportunity.  The kind of opportunity that opens doors to change, empowering you to imagine a different future. Not just for yourself, but for wider society too. 

A future in which you can go out into the world sharing new ideas with energy and integrity to inspire those around you and make a difference. That’s why we challenge ourselves to deliver the highest quality teaching and learning resources. Expanding knowledge through exceptional research and scholarship opportunities to enhance lives and unlock potential. So when you’ve graduated with us you won’t just go on to do great things. You’ll go on to inspire others.

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“I’ve had an amazing time socially at university as there is always something to do on campus. There’s a variety of social teams and clubs to get involved in as well as events like Wednesday Social run by the Students' Union, which is a great campus night out and a good way to meet new people.”

Eve Davies, BSc (Hons) Biology
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Course locations

St James’ Manchester

St James', 79 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6EG

Wrightington Hospital

Hall Lane, Appley Bridge, Wigan, WN6 9EP

Holy Cross College

Manchester Road, Bury, BL9 9BB

Ormskirk (Main Campus)

St Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP

Main Site

St Helens Road, Ormskirk, L39 4QP

Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital

Thomas Drive, Liverpool, L14 3PE