Overview

This Preparation for Higher Education course at Edge Hill University comprises two modules, one of which is related to your subject choice while the other focuses on study skills training.

Learning outcomes

You will receive guidance in essay writing, taking and arranging notes, reading effectively, report writing, presentation skills, time management, working in groups, strengths and weaknesses, action planning, target setting, confidence building, presentation skills, group work and course evaluation.
You will also gain an introduction to ICT covering IT awareness, the Internet, word processing and developing visual presentations.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Teaching is through lectures, tutorials, small group work and practical sessions. You will be allocated a personal tutor and have access to a wide range of services and facilities, including the University library, computer hardware and software, ICT/Internet access and media facilities.

If you are joining a Fastrack subject in initial teacher training, you will also be required to undertake four days on placement in a school.
The placement will take place on one day per week across a four-week period. We will endeavour to ensure that the school in which the placement takes place is no more than 90 minutes travel from your term time address.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 2 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-11-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-11-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ormskirk, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Higher Education View 37 other preparation in Higher Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Formal entry qualifications are not typically required to join this Fastrack programme. However, if you are educated to GCSE standard, particularly if you have GCSE English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent), this would be beneficial. If you can show that you are committed to studying for a degree and demonstrate the skills and potential, for example through relevant work/life experience, then we will offer you a place. An interview forms part of the selection process.

To study Secondary Mathematics as your Fastrack subject, an AS Level (or equivalent) in Mathematics is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

EU/EEA and Swiss students who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, may also be eligible to join the Fastrack course free of charge

Living costs

Ormskirk

United Kingdom

500 - 750 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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