Helping you feel connected, confident and supported.
The Edge Hill Student Buddy scheme connects first-year students with experienced peers who can help you navigate university life, build confidence, make connections and find the support you need throughout your first year at university.
Benefits of a Student Buddy
Starting university can feel exciting, challenging and sometimes overwhelming, and that’s a completely normal part of your student journey. The good news is you’re not the first to have taken this journey, and your peers have lots of experience and advice they can share with you.
A Student Buddy is an experienced student who understands what it’s like to be new and can help you settle into life at Edge Hill.
A Student Buddy can help you:
- Feel more confident as you navigate university life
- Develop a stronger sense of belonging at Edge Hill
- Access opportunities, activities and services across campus
- Share common university challenges and discover how they overcame them
- Meet new people and build connections
- Understand where to go for help and support
- Build positive study habits and engage with your course
- Feel supported on your journey as you settle in, return after breaks and prepare for assessments
What to expect
Student Buddies provide friendly peer support through personalised check-ins, conversations, group activities and study support opportunities. They’re here to listen, share experiences and signpost you to the right services when needed.
You don’t need to figure everything out alone. Everyone needs support sometimes, and getting connected early can make a real difference to your university experience.
So, whether you want to expand your social circle, find out more about support or simply connect with someone who can give you a little extra encouragement, you’ll be able to Book a Buddy from Monday 2 November to help you feel more connected and supported throughout your student journey.
October 7, 2026
