{"id":8344,"date":"2017-03-30T14:06:53","date_gmt":"2017-03-30T14:06:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/sport-and-leisure\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T07:44:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:44:09","slug":"sport-and-leisure","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/sport-and-leisure\/","title":{"rendered":"Sport and leisure"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-cover-Znns0n wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-cover\">            <div >\n                                    <div class=\"wp-block-cover is-style-btm-lft-title is-style-top-right-links\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6.jpg\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background lazyload\" alt=\"Sports Students group photo facing camera in the Wilson Gym\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 768px) 50vw, (max-width: 1024px) 33vw, 1920px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6-640x360.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cover-image-1920-x-1080-6.jpg 1920w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>                \n                                            <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container-wrapper\">\n                          <div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container purple\">\n                            \n                                                        <!-- Page Attribute - Page title visible -->\n                                                                                        <span class=\"lzb-cover-title show-title\">\n                                                                    Sport and leisure                                                                    <\/span>\n                                \n                                                      <\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n\n                      \n            <\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro-text\">Keep fit and healthy, take advantage of our Sports Centre facilities and classes, play recreational sport for fun, or compete for university sports clubs. Take the opportunity to participate in sport and leisure at every level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our sporting campus<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-Z2mmYFb wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-left\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                                            <p>Edge Hill Sport is home to a wide range of outstanding sport and leisure facilities, open for our students, staff and the public to enjoy.<br><br>We\u2019ve made major investments and developments of our Sports Centre and outdoor spaces, creating an ideal sports environment, complemented by high-quality and well-equipped indoor and outdoor facilities and activities.<br><br>If you&#8217;re looking to expand your sporting skills or try something new, Edge Hill Sport offers a wide range of activities for you to get involved with.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/\" class=\"cta\">Explore Edge Hill Sport<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__video-wrap\">\n                            <iframe width=\"560\" height=\"349\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tYcYNbf3RTk\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box-Z1rv3nb wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Indoor facilities and activities<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>Our state-of-the-art <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/the-health-and-fitness-centre\/\">Sports Centre<\/a> is fully accessible and features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>an 80-station fitness suite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>aerobics studio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25-metre swimming pool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>eight-court sports hall with spectator gallery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>health suite with sauna and steam rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caf\u00e9 and lounge area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We also offer a range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/the-health-and-fitness-centre\/#classes\">fitness classes<\/a>, covering the full spectrum from yoga and Pilates to high impact aerobic sessions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box-s5GSH wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Outdoor facilities<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>The international competition standard outdoor facilities include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>floodlit eight-lane running track and athletics field<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>three floodlit 3G 6-a-side courts, floodlit AstroTurf hockey pitch, and a full-sized 3G pitch for football and rugby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>six grass pitches for football and rugby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>four floodlit tennis and netball courts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a 2.5 km \u2018trim trail\u2019 with exercise stations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box-oEshy wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-expanding-box\">            <div class=\"expander-wrap \">\n                <div class=\"expander__header\">\n                    <span class=\"expander__title\">Memberships<\/span>\n                    <button class=\"expander__btn\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><span class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/button>\n                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"expander__content\" style=\"display: none;\"><p><\/p>\n\n<p>We have a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/memberships\/\">choice of membership options<\/a>&nbsp;available, with concessionary prices for Edge Hill students. You can also take advantage of a free trial membership at the start of your course (some exclusions may apply).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-announcement-2paCMY wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-announcement\">  <div class=\"ehu-announcement full\" style=\"background-color: #f1dbf6; border: 1px solid #884a93;\" role=\"alert\" \n  aria-live=\"polite\">\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n          <span class=\"disclaimer__icon fas fa-info-circle\" style=\"color: #5f295f;\"><\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"ehu-announcement-text\" style=\"color: #1d1d1d;\">\n          <p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/opening-times\/\">Sports Centre opening hours<\/a> are 7am-10pm Monday-Thursday, 7am-9pm Friday, and 9am-5pm at weekends (closed on all Bank Holidays).<\/p>      <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Team Edge Hill<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in representing the University in competitive sports, Team Edge Hill offers plenty of opportunities to get involved and develop and demonstrate your sporting skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 45%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Taking out a Team Edge Hill membership, you&#8217;ll be able to join one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/team-edge-hill#teams\">variety of clubs available<\/a>. There are opportunities for you to get involved as an individual or part of a sports team. You&#8217;ll then train with and represent Edge Hill University, competing against students from other universities as part of the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) leagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participating in competitive sports at university isn\u2019t just about winning competitions. It\u2019s about developing as a person, improving your health, enhancing your social network, and learning skills that can benefit you long after graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-button-block-jcMcy wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-button-block\"><a class=\"ehu-buttons wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/team-edge-hill\/\">Get involved with Team Edge Hill<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/brit-week-hero-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"group of sports students getting a picture through an Edge Hill selfie frame. BRIT Challenge logo is in the bottom right hand corner\" class=\"wp-image-195395 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/brit-week-hero-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/brit-week-hero-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/brit-week-hero-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/brit-week-hero-1-640x360.jpg 640w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-Z1EWuMX wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-right\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                <span class=\"promo__title\">Varsity<\/span>\n                                                                            <p>With Team Edge Hill, you&#8217;ll also have the chance to compete in our exciting annual varsity against the University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN).<br><br>Varsity is always an eagerly awaited day of sport with fixtures. Each fixture contributes towards the varsity total with the University with the most points taking home the trophy. It&#8217;s a great way to get involved in competitive sport, whether you&#8217;re playing or supporting your friends.<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/news\/2025\/03\/varsity\/\" class=\"cta\">Help to bring Edge Hill to victory<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__image-wrap\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge-hill-varsity.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\" \/>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Campus Sport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A great range of sport and recreational activities are available for you to get involved with through our Campus Sport programme. <br>Get involved with different sports and activities in a social, non competitive environment<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-1Fezgt wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-left\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                                            <p><li\/>Keep active in weekly sport and activity sessions for all abilities, including the likes of badminton, basketball,  5-a-side football, netball, rounders, and trampolining to name a few<li\/>Participate in non-competitive social leagues to boost skills, motivation and confidence<li\/>Join beginners fitness, running or sports classes or a weekly running club<li\/>Enjoy free events throughout the year, including our Dodgeball Tournament and Old School Sports Day<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/campus-sport\" class=\"cta\">Find out more about Campus Sport<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__video-wrap\">\n                            <iframe width=\"560\" height=\"349\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cKGoI2xRvLc?si=oJIWM45N2vFu2m7V\" title=\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel-qfgJd wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-promo-panel\">            <div class=\"aaaaaa has-media-on-the-right\">\n                <div class=\"promo-wrap\">\n                    <div class=\"promo__content\" style=\"max-width:40rem\">\n                                                <span class=\"promo__title\">Volunteering opportunities<\/span>\n                                                                            <p>Join our Campus Sport team as a volunteer, earning valuable experience and skills for your future career. Gain hands-on experience, improving employability, developing your skills and confidence and making a difference.<br><br> You can also gain recognition and rewards through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/work-and-volunteering-opportunitie#rewards\">Edge Hill Sport&#8217;s Volunteer Reward Scheme<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/departments\/support\/edgehillsport\/work-and-volunteering-opportunitie\/\" class=\"cta\">Make an impression with volunteering<span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/a>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <figure class=\"promo__video-wrap\">\n                            <iframe width=\"560\" height=\"349\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DrWynGy5OJE?si=p-9C8OkP-6or8-9l\" title=\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n                        <\/figure>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enhancing your student experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-1rGINL wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/arts-and-culture\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/EHU5442017Prospectus078-XL.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Arts and culture <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Our Arts Centre has a full schedule of events, live shows and film screenings for you to explore. You can even get involved with showing off your own talents. Develop your creative knowledge and passions, discovering our inspiring community along the way.\u00a0<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-Z1BO3Jb wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/clubs-and-societies\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Students-handing-out-free-plants.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Clubs and societies <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Joining one of our 100+ club or societies, or starting your own is a great way for you to immerse yourself in something that you&#8217;re passionate about, or to try something completely new. Build your community and get to know others who share your interests.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-Z14tfvb wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/students-union\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/welcomesunday4-1920x1080-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Your Students&#8217; union <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>The Students&#8217; Union team are here to support and represent you during your time with us. Take the chance to have your say and share your suggestions. Get involved with inspiring campaigns, events and volunteering options.<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-1NMnu5 wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/student-opportunities\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/careers-corner.jpg\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Career enhancing opportunities <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Beyond the lecture theatre, there are various opportunities to support you in the journey to your future career. Enhance your employability, discover your strengths and take on new experiences.\u00a0<\/p><\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\n                                                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"lazyblock-ehu-card-ZhJQRf wp-block-lazyblock-ehu-card\">        <div class=\"related__panel\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/study\/student-experience\/student-opportunities\/study-abroad\/\" class=\"related__panel\">\n                                                <figure class=\"related__image-wrap\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.edgehill.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/maggielam.png\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1080;\">\n                    <\/figure>\n                \n                <div class=\"related__content\">\n                                        <p class=\"related__tag\"><\/p>\n                                                            <span class=\"related__title\">Study abroad <span class=\"fa fa-arrow-right\"><\/span><\/span>\n\t                                                        <div class=\"card-subtext\">\n                        <p class=\"ehu-card-subtext\"><p>Take the opportunity to experience a new country and immerse yourself in a different culture. 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