Today on the #TeamMarjon blog Betony Brock, reflects on life as a trainee Speech and Language Therapist during the pandemic and how an "amazing" in-person work placement was made possible.‍⚕️

As we come to the end of an extraordinary year you are invited to join us as we come together for our Thanksgiving Service for 2021. Everyone is welcome and the service includes a round up of our year with lots of photos of people you may recognise.

We're proud to be supporting the Rural Teaching Partnership. It aims to improve the education of pupils in rural communities and Marjon University Cornwall are advising on the initiative For the full story: https://bit.ly/2PLxhm4

Census Day has passed but there’s still time to make sure all Marjon students are included in the census. Wherever you are, request a code online and complete the census for your university address here: www.census.gov.uk. Not sure what to do?

Support our third year BA Acting and Musical Theatre students The Actor's Wheel in their end of year show ‘Parliament Square’, directed by the award-winning Derek Bond. Performances take place on 20/21 and 27/28 May 2021. On 21 May there is an

‍ Marjon’s covid-secure Osteopathy Clinic is offering free appointments! Anyone suffering joint or muscular pain is invited to book in for treatment. For all the information: https://bit.ly/3tXUUaR

It's one year since the start of the first lockdown. Here are photos of just some of the changes we've seen on campus to keep us covid-safe. Remember to get tested twice a week if you are on campus (or once a week if only on campus once). Safe safe,

We’d like to say a huge thank you to Luis Costa and Josh Varley, aka the voices of Varsity. Varsity is the biggest sporting event of the year when teams from Marjon and the University of Plymouth go head to head. To keep us all covid-safe no

Calling all Year 12 students Marjon’s Virtual Summer School is back for 2021! UCAS workshops Virtual events with current students Group activities to discover the social side of uni Apply before 25th June 2021 bit.ly/3ynXUzA

Since the start of the pandemic, one of Marjon’s community responses has been to offer free appointments in our sports therapy and osteopathy clinics. If you’re in any physical pain or discomfort, we can support you. ℹ️ To book and for more:

I thought lockdown was going to be really hard this time but I am now feeling very positive. I returned to Marjon as I didn't have the right facilities at home for my lectures. I study musical theatre and while I have no access to the rehearsal space

Student and Sports Scholar, Sarah McJury, competes in indoor rowing. Her category is PR3 (age 30-39). She is officially the holder of: One Welsh record Four British records Four World records She said: “I’m absolutely over the moon and so proud

Congratulations to Marjon Cheerleading, who are the winners of the Marjon Sports Federation Active Minutes Challenge! Over the last three weeks, our sports teams have been competing to total up the most minutes doing physical activity. As the winners

It’s been a tough week with the new national lockdown. It’s okay not to be okay. If you’re worried about your academic work, your mental health or anything else please remember that help is on hand. To access this support please contact

Tomorrow is Time to Talk day, the day the nation talks about mental health. Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a drop-in session to students, explained by a member of the team, Howard To join in tomorrow between 12pm and 2pm:

Dear Marjon, Firstly, I’d like to say what a year it has been! Every single student this year has had to battle some truly tough times, and for that you should be proud of yourselves. In particular a massive congratulations to all those who are in

A message to students returning to Marjon. Our Asymptomatic Test Centre will be open to residents on Sunday, March 7 from 11am-5pm. Students will be expected to test on their arrival. Sunday testing is in place to reduce the number of people that

Congratulations to Anna Gething, a Speech and Language Therapy graduate, on receiving a prestigious commendation for her outstanding dissertation on stammering. Anna explored the questions that speech and language therapists (SLTs) need to consider

To all students, I really hope you have had a good break, and I am sorry to interrupt it in this way. I need to update you on latest Government guidance sent to us last night about the return to universities in January. The Government is concerned

We are greatly saddened to hear of the loss of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. The thoughts of everyone at the University are with Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time.

I’m happy Semester B has started to get me back into a university routine. I’ve missed it. I’m currently living in my student accommodation in Plymouth. This time around it feels different being in the house. I’m not the type of person to

⭐ Our next Virtual Open Days are 28-30 January 2021. Join us for talks about courses and student life. Chat to lecturers, students and our support teams. Take a virtual tour to see where you could be studying and living. ✅ Book now: www.marjon.ac

There are signs of spring on campus

We're now recruiting three Graduate Interns for Marjon Sport & Health Centre. For info see: https://jobs.marjon.ac.uk/

Today is Time to Talk day! Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a two hour drop-in session for students between 12pm and 2pm. Open to all Marjon students, it’s an opportunity to chat about mental health. ‍ To join in:

Marjon University Cornwall has welcomed three MA Education graduates as its first ever PhD students! All teachers in the county, their research will impact both local change and national thinking. Find out what they’re researching:

Following the latest Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (2020), we’re delighted to announce that we’re ranked third in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction! Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3a30kbh

The Marjon Student and Staff Awards are back for 2021. Students, staff and friends of Marjon, you’re invited to nominate those you think have done something special this year. Nominate here: https://forms.gle/rzfyy6cvoHKfNnmg9

Your COVID-19 vaccine questions are answered in this #TeamMarjon blog post by Rowan Mobsby-Frost✅ Book your place on Plymouth City Council’s upcoming myth-busting Q&A here

Congratulations to PhD student, Katie Major, for landing her role as Student Leader Climate Commissioner and GuildHE representative for the Climate Commission for UK Higher and Further Education Students and Leaders. Katie will be talking at

A reminder that the Marjon Student Mental Health Survey is still open! Led by Change Maker Lucy, it’s anonymous. We encourage ALL current students to complete it, whether or not you’ve experienced mental health worries. ℹ️

Our Virtual Open Days start tomorrow If you’re thinking of applying for university, this is the best place to find out all you need to know! Book now https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/open-days/registration/

#WeAreMarjon “Swimming is, and always will be an escape for me. It’s something that I love and always will love. When I get into the water all my worries disappear and I’m focused on the task ahead. I learnt to swim at the age of three and

It's wonderful having our students back on campus #WeAreMarjon #BigHeart Please note, the students sitting close together are in a bubble.

With Christmas just a few days away, our Marjon Student Union team look back on the academic year so far and what's to come in 2021

Our 2022 prospectus is available now! Download a PDF from the link below, and/or complete the form to get a free printed copy by post: bit.ly/3w7B8Ky

Do you enjoy your subject and want to explore it further? Do you want to gain a specific professional qualification or develop your knowledge to stand out in your current role? If so, find out how Marjon can help at our online postgraduate open day,

Performing arts students, Chloe and Cecily, started a theatre group for their dissertation. Since late 2020, Encore Arts has grown in popularity, with 30 children engaging in weekly sessions! They're performing tonight if you fancy a show For more:

Congratulations to second year BSc Sport Rehabilitation student and Marjon Sports Scholar, Sam Taylor, who has been selected for the Great Britain U23 Elite Development Hockey squad! Sam was selected following a trial period that granted him a place

Marjon awards nearly £10,000 careers funding to the Class of 2020 Find out more https://www.marjon.ac.uk/about-marjon/news-and-events/marjon-news/marjon-awards-nearly-10000-to-the-class-of-2020-.html

Whether you’re a student past or present, or staff, you know how it feels to be part of the Marjon community. This week, you can send a virtual Marjon hug to the people who make Marjon special for you. Why not send one to a friend, or as a thank

#WeAreMarjon “I always dreamed of going to university. I joined an Access course as a pathway when two major operations derailed my studies. I was incapacitated and it took a long time to rehabilitate. My mental health was impacted as a result. It

I try to tackle the day as early as possible. My study time requires a screen and I want to get outside before it gets dark. I try to walk for at least 40 minutes each day, it gives my mind a rest and I get to notice what’s going on around me. I

Women’s Touch rugby varsity (1st half)

Do you have joint or muscle pain? Our Osteopathy Clinic is currently offering free appointments! Osteopathic Medicine course lead, John Evans, talks us through the treatment process and safety measures in place. To book ➡️

#WeAreMarjon “My students make me feel humbled. I have no idea how they manage family, work and academic responsibilities all at once. Most of them are mums, balancing study, home-schooling and work as well. Despite these pressures they are

Women’s hockey varsity (1st half)

We are delighted to reveal the distinctive new slide at Marjon Library. Students can now exit the top floor of the library and be outside and on their way in just a matter of seconds. The slide was designed to reinvigorate students at the end of

- Most courses can be taught online only until mid-February at least - Rent will be credited to accounts for students prevented by lockdown from living in on-campus accommodation - Further guidance on travel expected today As you know, we are now in

It's not too late to apply. UCAS has extended the applications deadline by two weeks to 29 January. Find out what it'll be like to study with us: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/applied/september-2021/