As you start your postgraduate journey at Edge Hill, we wanted to share some helpful information about your first few weeks and the support available across campus.
Have you fully enrolled onto your course?
You should have completed Stage One of enrolment online before you arrived. You also need to complete Stage Two so you can access your online sessions and receive your student loan on time.
If you’re not sure how to complete enrolment, visit the enrolment FAQs page.
Are you familiar with your Induction timetable?
The timetable tells you what you’re doing and where you need to be during your first week at EHU. You can view yours on your applicants’ page.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
As part of your Induction Week, you need to register for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to help enhance the security and protection of your Edge Hill IT account. Once registered, you’ll receive instructions to guide you through installing and configuring the Microsoft Authenticator app.
If you have any accessibility needs or technical requirements, please contact the Catalyst Helpdesk for support or to explore further options.
Want to make new friends and get involved in Student Life?
Student Life Portal
To find out what’s on around campus, visit the Student Life Portal. Explore events, find ways to develop, connect and find new friends. There really is something for everyone. And it’s all in one place. Some events require you to book in advance, so we recommend checking in regularly. To access the Student Life Portal, you will need to log in with your student ID number.
EHSU Freshers Fair
Wednesday 23 September | 10.30am – 3pm | SU and The Hub
Freebies, societies, and more. Explore campus life and sign up to clubs that match your vibe. The Students’ Union Freshers Fair is the place to be.
Postgraduate Pizza Party
Wednesday 30 September | 12-2pm | Upstairs in the Hub
Chat to academics, play games with fellow postgraduate students and enjoy some pizza. Our brilliant Campus Connectors will be there and ready to keep the vibes high.
Sport and fitness facilities
Our Sports Centre has something for everyone:
- Fully refurbished fitness suite
- 25m swimming pool
- 45+ exercise classes per week
- Campus Sport programme packed with weekly classes.
Access everything on offer with a discounted student membership, just £120 for the entire year, if bought before 30 September. You can also grab a free trial membership (valid until 30 September). Perfect if you’re unsure and want to try it out first.
Edge Hill Sport also offers 1-2-1 personal training. Whatever your goals, fitness level or experience, our Personal Trainers are here to help you reach them.
The Campus Sport programme provides the opportunity to enjoy sport in a social non-competitive environment. Why not get involved and try out a range of activities regardless of your ability? We aim to create a fun, relaxed atmosphere that is inclusive for all. Head to the Edge Hill Sport page for more information.
Arts Centre
Our on-campus theatre has a year-round schedule packed with film screenings, theatre and musical performances, comedy acts and more.
- Here’s our top picks for the next few weeks:
- The Void | Wednesday 30 September | 7.30pm
- NT Live: The Misanthrope | Thursday 1 October | 7pm
- A Brief Case of Crazy | Monday 5 October | 7.30pm
- It’s a Mystery! |Wednesday 7 October | 7.30pm
- Windows of Displacement | Thursday 15 October | 7.30pm
Keep up to date with what’s on in The Arts Centre by viewing their full programme list. There are new events added regularly.
Feeling peckish? You’ll be spoilt for choice.
Get ready for an exciting refresh to food and drink on campus.
Food + EHU is brought to you by Gather + Gather, with our specialist food, coffee and sustainability teams working together to bring you the best of both healthy and indulgent, high-quality food and coffee, and the latest food and drink trends.
Think speciality teas, drinks on ice, honey oat cold brews, banana bread matchas (load of matchas!) and expertly selected coffee from award-winning roasteries.
On the food side, expect nourishing breakfast burritos, comforting ramens, vibrant vegan quesadillas, nutrient-packed rainbow buddha bowls, zesty trout, salsa and spinach wrap, energising sunflower, date and orange bites, and freshly baked sourdough pizzas.
Stay tuned for the Food + EHU app, where you’ll find the latest menus, offers and opening times.
Bringing your own food to campus? You’ll find microwaves and a hot water tap in the 41 Below commuter hub, located in the basement of the Health building.
Catalyst support
The Catalyst is more than just your library building. Learn all about who and what Catalyst is, how Catalyst specialist support can help you thrive on your student journey and how to access everything you need in your Catalyst Support Toolkit.
This toolkit will give you a condensed overview of all the support available to you, including:
- Essential support for wellbeing, money, study and everyday needs.
- Find your community and connect through events and activities.
- Develop skills, confidence and academic success.
- Prepare for your future with careers, skills and opportunities.
It’s available 365 days a year, so you can revisit whenever you need.
Need a breather?
The Faith and Reflection Room provides a space for prayer, meditation or reflection. You can access the room 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s based in the Magnolia building at Forest Court.
During Welcome Week, Hub 3 (upstairs in The Hub) will also be a dedicated quiet space for anyone to use. Head upstairs and use it whenever you need to take a minute or two.
For more information or if you have any questions, contact Student Life.
Got a question, need help, or not sure where to go?
There’s a range of ways we can help.
Induction Helpdesk
The Induction Helpdesk is available if you need support.
In-person: Monday 21 – Friday 25 September | 8.30am – 4.30pm | The Hub
Online: Tuesday 1 – Friday 25 September (weekdays) | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Catalyst Helpdesk Team
The Catalyst Helpdesk Team are there to answer questions about most aspects of university life. So it’s a great place to go if you’re unsure about who to speak to. Even if it feels like you have a silly question, it will probably have been asked before. Don’t be afraid to pop in and ask. The Helpdesk is located on the ground floor of Catalyst.
The team can also help you by phone or email, so wherever you are, you can easily get in touch. The helpdesk is available between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 6pm at weekends.
Catalyst phone: 01695 650800
Catalyst email: [email protected]
Campus Support Team
If you need any help out of hours, our Campus Support Team are available 24/7. You can speak to them by visiting the Security and Customer Information Centre on campus.
Campus Support phone: 01695 584227
Campus Support WhatsApp: 07785 928911
Get in touch
For more information, contact Student Life.
September 9, 2026
