Sport and Physical Activity Department Careers Event

The Sport and Physical Activity Department Careers Event is your chance to explore a wide range of opportunities that fit around your degree or support your next steps after graduation. You’ll also be able to speak with teams from across Edge Hill University who can help you develop your employability skills, gain experience, and learn about available scholarships.

Students from any programme or level of study are welcome to attend. Join us in the HUB to meet organisations from a variety of sectors offering placements, volunteering roles, part‑time work, employment opportunities, and graduate roles.

What you will find at the event

• Opportunities to fit around your studies: Connect with organisations offering flexible roles across multiple sectors.
• Open to all students: Whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate, there’s something for everyone.

How to prepare

• Research the organisations: Explore who’s attending and the types of roles they offer.
• Update your CV: Highlight your education, volunteering, and extracurricular experience.
• Book a Careers Appointment: Visit the Edge Hill University Careers page for tailored advice on preparing for the fair.

Why attend?

• Discover roles that match your interests and career goals.
• Speak directly with organisations about current opportunities.
• Get expert advice on applications and interviews.
• Access the Free Interview Clothing Scheme via the Student Life Team.
• Learn about Thrive Funding and check your eligibility.
• Find out how volunteering can help you achieve the Extra Edge Awards.
• Find out about Studying Abroad and meet the EHU Study Abroad Team
• Meet the EHU Postgraduate Recruitment Team to explore postgraduate courses and options.
• Explore self‑employment support through the new Business Start‑Up Hub.

Presentations throughout the day

Sport and Physical Activity Department Postgraduate Talks

Find out more about postgraduate courses within the department, including:

• MSc Sports Therapy
• MSc Applied Sport & Exercise
• MSc Physical Literacy
• MSc Sport Business Management
• MA Sport, Education and Mental Health

Location: Tech Hub Room GO8-LT

Time: 9.30-10.30am

Progressing to Postgraduate Study at EHU

Hear from the EHU Postgraduate Recruitment Team about courses, fees, the application process, and support schemes for undergraduate students.

Location: Hub 1 – HUB

Time: 11.15-11.45am

Equivalence discussion

Meet the Equivalency Team to learn about gaining additional qualifications required for postgraduate study, including test dates, costs, and how to apply.

Location: Hub 2 – HUB

Time: 1-1.30pm

Start‑Up hub

Learn more about self‑employment, setting up your own business, and the new Student Start‑Up Hub launching in March.

Location: Hub 1 – HUB

Time: 1-1.30pm

Who will be there?

A wide range of organisations offering volunteering, placement, employment, and graduate opportunities, including:

• Aramark UK (on behalf of Everton Hill Dickinson Stadium)
• British Army
• EdStart Sports Coaching
• Emerald Cultural Institute
• Endeavour Learning Trust
• Get Into Teaching
• Mind2Muscle
• ReEngage Northwest
• Southport & Formby Special Athletes
• Teacher Active
• The Kings Active Foundation
• Tradewind Recruitment
• Ultimate Kids
• United Through Sport
• Warrington Wolves Community Foundation
• West Lancashire Sports

Edge Hill University Teams Attending

• EHU Careers
• EHU Postgraduate Recruitment
• EHU Scholarships
• EHU Study Abroad
• Edge Hill Students’ Union

Please note: organisations may be subject to change on the day.