This week we'll be visiting the South West and Wales with #UCAS. Our students and staff will be on hand to help with any questions you might have about our courses, our world class sports facilities, student life and our glorious green campus by the

A Celebration of Cycling Hosted by the University and the SW Institute of Outdoor Learning. FREE - 7.30pm on Mon 30th Nov at the University - no booking required. Two cyclists will share their tales of on and off-road adventures in Europe and South

The University has been recognised for commitment to social enterprise, becoming one of only four universities in the UK to have been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark. This demonstrates that we are a social enterprise supporting the community, the

Kevin Johnson, Acting Programme Lead will perform with BA (Hons) Acting students John James McColl, Connor Reed and Lisa Wordsworth in the Barbican's fiery version of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. The performances will be indoors and outdoors in

SEMINAR: International Sport, Cartels and Political Tactics: Exploring The Boycott. With Dr Malcolm MacLean from the University of Gloucestershire. 5pm on 23rd November. To book your place email: abugg@marjon.ac.uk

Social Science is concerned with the relationships between individuals, society as a whole and social change. Today we face new possibilities and new problems, both on a local and a global scale. These require action based on accurate information

Course of the Day - BSc (Hons) Speech and Language Sciences. Language is everywhere. It is fundamental to almost everything we do and who we are. Language loss or disorders can seriously impact on people’s lives. Both those who suffer the disorder

Stay with us - Accommodation for Fresher's Fortnight. Did you know that students who don't live in halls have the option to book a room on campus for Fresher's Fortnight? You can stay from Sunday 20 September to Sunday 4 October 2015 for £190. You

A-level results and Clearing can be a nerve-wracking time for students so we have a hotline to help to match students to places still available for September, with accommodation guaranteed. You can contact us on 0800 0152 534 to discuss available

The Leader of Plymouth City Council has commended the University for its commitment to Social Enterprise. Pictured (left to right) are: Professor Brendon Noble, Councillor Tudor Evans, Professor Cara Aitchison, Lucy Findlay. http://marjon.ac.uk/about

Student reports live from Derriford Hospital for BBC Radio 2's Jeremy Vine Show. Read the full story at: http://bit.ly/1BICAjy

In response to the national fall in the number of people applying to teaching related-courses the University is making an important contribution to teacher training by encouraging more people to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). We have places

The Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences invites you to: "Exercise in hot environments: Athlete preparation, performance, and the implications of inflammation." Date: Tuesday 26th May Time: 10am This is a special seminar lead by Joshua Guy of the

With A-level results day approaching see our new #Clearing course search to see all the opportunities available: bit.ly/1P6oP4S

See what our students Allannah and Sophie, have to say about our BSc (Hons) Speech And Language Therapy course. We have a small number of places remaining to start Sept 2015 and course fees are paid by the NHS. To apply or for a chat about this

Calling speech and language therapists - http://bit.ly/1C8rzIt

Join us for 'An Evening with Sharron Davies' on January 28 - http://bit.ly/1C2lhgf

We are now on Instagram: instagram.com/marjonplymouth Tell us, what photos would you most like to see?

We offer a range of work based Foundation Degrees: - Early Years - Learning Support - Children & Families - Health & Social Care Designed in partnership with employers, these degrees enable you to earn while you learn, enhance your knowledge and

Freshers Fortnight 2015 Watch: https://youtu.be/XXGP4225uL0 Video by Sam and Jack for Marjon Media Society.

Join us for 'An Evening With Sharron Davies MBE' - http://bit.ly/1CgOhhR #sport #plymouth

We warmly invite you to the licensing of the University of St Mark & St John’s new Chaplain Reverend Nick Griffin, by the Bishop of Exeter The Right Reverend Robert Atwell. The ceremony will take place in the University’s Chaplaincy Centre and

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University outperforms the sector in the National Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) Survey 2015. Both primary and secondary teachers rated the overall quality of their training at the University of St Mark & St John as above national figures. Secondary

**Summer Membership Offer at the University Sports Centre** 6 week membership for £45. Available from now until the end of August. The offer includes unlimited gym with induction, unlimited swimming and a parking permit. To sign up contact the

A new book 'Dyslexia, Literacy and Inclusion' is published this week by Reader in Child Development and Disability, Sean MacBlain, writing with Louise Long and Jill Dunn. It is about raising standards in literacy for children with dyslexia by

Health and Safety learning event for people with learning disabilities.

Course of the Day – BA (Hons) Sports Journalism. This is an established degree that will give you practical skills that are taught in real settings. From newspaper and magazine journalism, through sports photography and film-making, to presenting

There are part-time job openings at the uni for new and returning students. To find out more: http://bit.ly/1Uh1WTr

Paul Gray from the Musicians Union will visit to talk to students and staff about the #music industry. He will be in the Sound Studio (KCB569) on Tuesday 12th May. His topics will include contracts, copyrights, live issues, studio issues, income

The ninth St Luke's Hospice Midnight Walk for Women is on Saturday 18th July. There are 3, 6 or 12 mile routes to choose from which all start and end at the University Sports Centre. Last year 2500 ladies helped raised over £200,000 for this much

The University of St Mark & St John is proud to host "Music Across Borders: A Gig for Syrian Solidarity". This sensational gig features Joey the Lips, Vince Lee and and Becca Langsford and raises vital funds for Syrian refugees. All monies raised

Course of the Day - BA (Hons) Business Management. The University of St Mark & St John has developed an exciting portfolio of business and management courses. The BA (Hons) Business Management course is a general business and management degree which

The University of St Mark & St John has been awarded nearly £3 million of funding to support its growth plans. The award is made by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) from its Catalyst Fund. The award will fund a number of

Senior Lecturer to enhance Spanish cultural policy Ian Gilhespy, Senior Lecturer, will present his research to leading Spanish cultural organisations at a national arts and culture symposium. Mr Gilhespy has been invited by The Catalan National

Tomorrow in the Library Lecture Theatre at 18:30.

We're preparing to welcome Y7 and Y8 pupils from Plymouth and #Cornwall schools to our #AimHigh experience. The pupils will enjoy a taster of a typical day as an undergraduate student. The day’s activities include a mini-lecture by the

Applying to university? There is a free and informal drop-in session to support UCAS personal statement writing on 28-29th October in Plymouth. More: http://bit.ly/1XtBLqS

We are running a clearing campaign and are hoping to hear from students who joined the University through clearing. Can you help? Please contact me for a brief discussion. Naomi Lang, PR and Communications Officer (Press & PR) Tel: 01752 600745 email

Faustus, a theatre production by The Actors Wheel, a company of our first year BA (Hons) Acting students, previews at the University on Wednesday 13th May. The play is an amalgamation of literary texts based on the Faustian myth. It is about a

NEW teachers will have the opportunity to find out more about careers in teaching at an event at the University on 4 February from 13:00 until 16:00. The NQT (Newly Qualified Teachers) Recruitment event welcomes Head teachers and teachers to help

Did you know that our Sports Centre is open to members of the public? We offer a state-of-the-art gym, 25m swimming pool, climbing wall and access to a wide range of classes. We offer membership and pay-as-you-go options. We'd love to welcome you

Course of the Day – BA (Hons) Outdoor Adventure Education, spend 3 years studying an interesting and exciting way of educating people, with active, practical learning, growing and developing in, on and through the outdoor environment. Places still

Great news as over a third of graduates on Faculty of Education and Social Sciences top-up programmes earn first class honours degrees. Dr Ian Luke, Dean of Education and Social Sciences, said “Drawing upon our long-established reputation in

Spare room – why not offer an international student a home? Find out more at: http://bit.ly/1BefN1h

The University is now live on Instagram. We hope you'll enjoy our photos and follow us to see more: instagram.com/marjonplymouth

Read about our elite sport scholar Ben Proud at http://bit.ly/1Avst3F #plymouth #spoty2015

Photos from the Inspiring Students Awards ceremony 2015

Speech & Language Therapy Student Conference 29 January 2016 With presentations from Dr Tomasina Oh of The Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists, Gillie Stoneham, the award-winning Marjon Give Voice team and fourth year SLT students.

Research-Rich Environment for Practice and Knowledge A Masters graduate has been invited to work with Cornwall County Council to develop a training package for schools. Following his research into sex and personal education for young people with