Edge Hill University
North West, England
How much do Edge Hill University graduates earn by subject?
Edge Hill University graduates earn a median salary of £26,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Mathematical sciences at £33,200, while Performing arts graduates earn £23,000.
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How competitive is Edge Hill University?
In 2024, Edge Hill University received 30,365 applications and accepted 7,250 students, giving an acceptance rate of 23.9%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Edge Hill University?
90% of Edge Hill University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 19 subjects with median salaries ranging from £23,000 to £33,200. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematical sciences | 95% | £33,200 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 91.5% | £32,500 |
| Languages and area studies | 88.6% | £31,000 |
| Computing | 85.2% | £30,700 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 90.2% | £28,800 |
| English studies | 84.7% | £28,500 |
| Education and teaching | 90% | £28,500 |
| Allied health | 89.7% | £27,700 |
| Law | 89.9% | £27,700 |
| Psychology | 89.1% | £27,400 |
| Biosciences | 88.5% | £27,000 |
| Business and management | 89.9% | £27,000 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 88.6% | £26,300 |
| Health and social care | 91.6% | £25,600 |
| Creative arts and design | 81.9% | £25,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 92.6% | £24,800 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 87.2% | £24,500 |
| History and archaeology | 82.5% | £23,000 |
| Performing arts | 85.4% | £23,000 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Mathematical sciences £33,200
- 2 Nursing and midwifery £32,500
- 3 Languages and area studies £31,000
- 4 Computing £30,700
- 5 Geography, earth and environmental studies £28,800
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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