Students talk at Open Day about reasons to #ChooseMarjon

Visiting Plymouth for the Open Day on Saturday? Take a look at our Instagram account for some great images of our campus and beautiful surroundings.

We are now recruiting for a number of academic roles... The University of St Mark & St John is the top ranked university in the UK for social mobility. Originally founded in 1838 as England’s first teacher training college we are a small,

Rhea Gayle, who is set to compete at the World University Games, the second largest multi-sport competition behind the Olympics, thanks the University for its support. Good Luck Rhea!

Robyn Birch, who studies BA Honours Sport Coaching and Physical Education, along with synchro partner Georgia Ward, took the silver medal for Great Britain at the European Diving Championships in Germany. Coach, Andy Banks, a University of St Mark &

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We are a small university with a reputation for providing an outstanding student experience. We are a small and friendly university where everyone works together to help all students achieve their full potential. Our staff know all their students by

Health and Safety learning event for people with learning disabilities.

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

A new Director of Teacher Education has been appointed in the Faculty of Education at the University of St Mark & St John. The new role further demonstrates the University’s commitment to teacher education and teacher development. The new Director

Blue Light Day 2015 is from 10:30am - 3pm on Monday 15th June. The University is proud to host this event which is designed for people with learning disabilities. The theme is 'Health and Safety' and participants will be engaged via a range of

The Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences invites you to: "Sporting Success: The Value of Sport for Health Date: Monday 15th June; Time: 12pm; Venue: HDC 101. In this special seminar Dr Erika Borkoles from Bournemouth University will talk about her

The Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences invites you to: "Therapeutic Approach to Peer Mentoring" Date: Thursday 18th June; Time: 3pm; Venue: Library. This special seminar will see Nina Wroe and Penny MacFarlane, authors of the KidsKope Peer Mentoring

Are you in year 12 and thinking about going to university? Then this summer why not try our Summer School? You can join academic and practical sessions and experience student life first hand with four nights on-campus in our halls in Plymouth. You

Graduate Harry Solomon studied Sport Development and Coaching and has set up his own business, Wombat Cricket, making handmade cricket bats. “The plan is to take what I’ve learned from my coaching degree at the University of St Mark & St John

The University is to be part of the 'What If Learning' pilot project. This project aims to equip teachers with a practical approach to promoting the development of positive virtues and character traits in the classroom, which lead to success in

Are you studying with us in Sept? If so, you can now apply for on-campus accommodation for 2015-2016. You can live on-campus, close to lectures as well as the Café, Library, Shop, Sports Centre and SU bar. - Applications are accepted from new and

We are the highest ranked University for Education in the South West in The Guardian University League Tables 2016. Our Education programmes include Primary Education, Physical Education, Early Years, PGCE and School Direct. For a full list of

Professor Cara Aitchison delivered a keynote speech at a conference called 'Anthropology and Tourism: Heritage and Perspectives’ this week. She spoke at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland. The Jagiellonian, founded in 1364, is one of

Are you thinking of going to #university? The University of St Mark & St John in #Plymouth offers degrees in subjects such as #Acting, #Business, #English, #Media, #Sports, #Teaching, Social Sciences and Speech and Language Therapy. We hope you can

**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

St Luke's Midnight Walk is on 18th July 2015. This year the theme is Disco, so get ready to glam up and walk for St Luke's Hospice. There are three distances - 3, 6 or 12 miles. All walks start at the University Sports Centre. On the night our staff

A night of celebrations at the Sport Federation Awards 2015.

Photos from the Inspiring Students Awards ceremony 2015

Dr Karen Stockham has returned from the ‘Mountains Initiative’ conference in the Jasper National Park, Canada, where shared her research on #mountaineering literature. Dr Stockham owns one of the largest collections of mountaineering literature

Are you thinking of going to #university? We are a small and friendly university, with an attractive single site campus and world-class sports facilities. We are located in #Plymouth, near the stunning South #Devon coast and Dartmoor. Below are some

Our BSc (Hons) Speech & Language students support the 'Giving Voice Campaign' to raise awareness of how speech and language therapy can transform lives. Problems with speech and language imprison the individual and severely limit their participation

A huge educational event called 'Aim High' is taking place today at the University with over 200 school children from the Plymouth area. The action-packed day features interactive activities including inspirational speakers, a newsroom quiz, drama

AoC Sport, the lead organisation for college sport and physical activity, announced that it has renewed a partnership with The University of St Mark & St John. The deal will see AoC Sport and The University of St Mark & St John work together to

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

The Faculty of Sport & Health Science is recruiting: SPORTS THERAPY INTERN x 2 POSTS Variable hours - up to 20 hours per week Fixed term: 8th June 2015 to 18th September 2015 Salary: £8.41 per hour + 12% holiday pay For Marjon final year students.

The Student Led Teacher Award winners were announced this week at the University of St Mark & St John. Dan Whitby, Marjon Student Union President, said at the ceremony: “All University staff do an amazing job to challenge and inspire a future

The Inspiring Students Award winners were announced at a event last night at the University of St Mark & St John. The awards were presented to those who made a positive impact at the University and within the local community. Faye Hatherley-Edwin,

Are you thinking about going to University in 2015, 2016 or beyond? If so, our Open Day on Saturday 20th June 2015, may be for you. The Open Day is a chance to talk to course leaders about our degree programs, take a look around our on-site

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

It is Mental Health Awareness Week and this year the focus is on Mindfulness. Mindfulness is an integrative, mind-body based training that helps people to change the way they think and feel about their experiences. To mark Mental Health Awareness

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

Want to increase your skills, know-how and confidence in delivering sports-based activities to disabled people? If so, join 'Active Kids for All' in the University Sports Centre on 19th May from 3-6pm. This session is open to students, staff and the

Marjon SU brings you May Ball on 16th May! Performing this year are: Mariachis Band The Showhawk Duo The Vibes Along with our own Phil Brown and 'Marjon's Got Talent' winners Beth Shields and Mawgan Penrice. Plus much, much more including casino,

With election day approaching we take a quick look back at political history and our own…

We are a small and friendly university located in Plymouth, not far from the stunning South Devon coast and Dartmoor National Park. To see more go to our Instagram page: https://instagram.com/marjonplymouth

eFest 18th-22nd May. A series of workshops, talks and events presented by Underground to help you increase your employability in a competitive job market. The sessions include: Study Abroad, Social Media, CVs, Dissertations, Interview Tips,

'Challenge Your Politicians' takes place at the University today from 18:30 - 20:30 (in the Desmond Tutu Theatre). The focus will be on #Moorview, #Plymouth constituency and will feature #Election2015 candidates from the #Conservative, #Labour,

The Camper Obscura van is back on campus tomorrow. Why not go take a look and take a photo? From 10am in the quad.

BBC South West to screen a special election debate tonight. The debate is being filmed at the University of St Mark and St John and is to be shown on BBC One at 10:50pm tonight (Wednesday 29 April). It will be an opportunity for voters to quiz

Dydh da! You are invited to an open lecture on #Cornish Language History and a one hour Cornish Language Lesson with Dr Ken George. Thursday 7th May - lecture at 12:30pm and lesson at 1:30pm. University Lecture Theatre. #Cornwall #Kernow

Look out for Camper Obscura on campus on Thursday. They'll photograph students, staff and the public along with the questions they would like to ask local politicians. This happens ahead of the 'Challenge Your Politicians' debate at the University

Marjon Activate has published its summer programme and it is a really good one! The activities include exciting offsite sports such as Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Paddle Boarding, Surfing and Tree Surfing. In addition there will be football, racket

'Challenge Your Politicians' is the parliamentary hustings for #Moorview. Two debates are being organised by The University of St Mark & St John, Plymouth Octopus Project and The Herald. One of the debates will be held at the University from 7pm to 8