How should we give mental guidance to runners, road cyclists, and triathletes? Dr Alister McCormick, a sport and exercise psychology researcher, is researching the mental aspects of running, road cycling and triathlon. The aim of the research is to

Want to be a PE teacher? Our PGCE Secondary Education with PE has reopened - there are a few places available now for Sept 2017. To find out more call us on 01752 636890 or see our website: bit.ly/2uchUX6

Good news as first year journalist Chris reaches the final of the #BreakingIntoNews Awards and his report airs on ITV News West Country. Read the full story: http://bit.ly/2tItTt0

Investigating the effects that active mattresses have on health. Plymouth Marjon University is calling for 12 healthy volunteers of between 50 and 70 years of age to sleep on an active mattress overlay within their own homes. It is envisaged that

How good was #EOE2017? With thanks to EOE delegates and Marjon Outdoor Adventure Education students for the video clips.

This is the 3G pitch at Marjon Sport & Health, move your phone to take a look around...

Our well equipped biomechanics lab is used by sport science students. Move your phone or swipe the image to take a virtual look around. Read more about BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science: bit.ly/2uOaEO6

Lucy shares her experience of Clearing...

Dr Christina Karatzaferi recently welcomed UK and EU students and colleagues from the Research and Innovation Staff Exchange (RISE) consortium and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions to Marjon’s new Biosciences lab. They gathered for research and

A warm welcome back to Rhys Roberts who today takes up his new post as Deputy President of Marjon Student Union. Rhys said: “For the next year there are a variety of things that I would like to bring to the University which include inspiring young

Marjon and Plymouth Albion RFC launch a new Senior Rugby Academy. Talented rugby players can combine top level rugby training with studying for a university degree. Find out more: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/marjon-sport/plymouth-albion-rugby-academy/

Good news as journalist Sam (pictured left) secures dream job at a Premiership football club. Read the full story: http://bit.ly/2sqmtsp

Marjon welcomes Outdoor Education practitioners from all over the world for the European Outdoor Education Conference 2017. Read more: http://bit.ly/2s2geeT #EOE2017

If you love music, live, sleep and dream it then our new popular music degree can help you to turn that passion into your career. You will develop your performance skills at the same time as developing other practical skills needed for live music

Supersize Cabbies on BBC One follows overweight Plymouth cabbies, Mike and Roger, as they try to change the bad habits of a lifetime and go from supersize to superfit. This was a collaborative project with Livewell Southwest and Gavin R. Seymour -

David Wilkes (left) studies Sports Therapy and he won the Grand Slam Champion belt at the recent KWON Karate Finals. Well done David!

Plymouth Marjon University has scooped a Silver Award in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the new Government scheme for recognising excellent teaching at UK universities. This recognises that the University delivers high quality teaching,

Placement learning modules enable our students to get practical, hands-on experience to complement their academic work. They develop into employable graduates, equipped with the skills to hit the ground running in their careers. This approach is one

On summer days head to Plymbridge Woods, just minutes from campus. Here you can join Drake's Trail for off-road walking and cycling, or keep cool with a stroll through ancient woodlands or a dip in the River Plym!

WIN tickets. To enter, like this post. Congratulations to four amazing Marjon actors - Chloe Carrubba, Owen Lewis, Ashleigh Reynolds and Robyn Tennant - on winning parts in the Barbican Theatre production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. To celebrate

Wembury, our local beach, is ever popular with our students and commands a striking view of the Great Mewstone. This weekend is forecast to be the hottest one of the year so far - perfect for either a trip to Wembury beach or the coastal walk out to

Our Student Support team are there to make sure you never feel alone. They offer support covering student finance, counselling, dyslexia support, disability support, welfare issues, employability and more. The team recently passed the annual check

The team at our Sport Therapy Clinic will work with you to either prevent injury or return you back to optimum fitness. The clinic is open to all and you can take a look around right here - just click and drag the image or move your phone. Read more

Don't miss an interview with first year Journalism student Chris Baker and his film on ITV News West Country at 6pm tonight. Chris made the film about the impact plastic has on marine wildlife in the West Country, after winning the regional heat of

We believe in making a difference in our community! Read on for just 12 of the ways we're proud to make a difference in #Plymouth. http://tinyurl.com/y98hust6

#WeAreMarjon "I work supporting people with autism alongside studying for an MEd in Autism Education. As someone on the spectrum, I felt a duty to open up and use my creativity to help others. I set up ‘Autism Assemble’, a social enterprise

Thank you to everyone who visited us at Open Day, we’ve had a great day meeting students and families - we wish you a fabulous rest of the weekend! #MarjonForMe

Follow MarjonUni on Snapchat to see behind the scenes at BBC Spotlight on election night with our journalism students. Find out more about our journalism course: www.marjon.ac.uk/journ

Where to next? Find out where we can take you at our Open Day on Saturday. More: http://bit.ly/2o4cRpN

#WeAreMarjon “You might feel powerless, you may even be voting in a safe seat, but your opportunity to exercise your liberal, democratic right happens only twice a decade. It has to start with you. If you’re registered, please vote today. Young

Journalism students Clara and Shannon created this great video ahead of #GE2017. You can see them covering election day tomorrow on Snapchat, simply follow 'MarjonUni'. Find out more about Journalism at Marjon: www.marjon.ac.uk/journ Still deciding

The future of the North of Plymouth could look like this! The construction of our new student hub is advancing and wider plans are proposed for developing the area. The 'Plym Vale' project would create a 'garden suburb' to the North of Plymouth,

Before he heads home to Greece we catch up with Georgios, a third year International student, about his Marjon experience. If you want to find out more, get along to Open Day this weekend: http://bit.ly/2o4cRpN

Pop-up election debate TODAY - led by students. Have your say or just listen and enjoy some free pizza. #GE2017 Time: 11am Venue: Dining hall

#WeAreMarjon "I came to Marjon in 2013 and really enjoyed meeting new people and getting used to a new place. My course was great too and everything stared well. Sadly, I got very unwell in my second year and left it really late to seek help. I went

Our journalism students bring you Sound magazine, covering Plymouth's best eats, beats, streets and treats... Read more: http://bit.ly/2rHkR1A Free copies are available at Plymouth Tourism Office, The Aquarium, Theatre Royal, Plymouth Pavilions,

Work starts on a new student-centred hub at Marjon Read more: http://bit.ly/2qAH1lN

Top university for social mobility inspires primary pupils. Last week, over 60 year six pupils got a taste of university life at our ‘Raising Aspirations’ event. They enjoyed an inspirational talk by BBC correspondent, Simon Hall, and got

It is hotting up, get some sun or some shade by the on-campus pond...

A nationally observed minute's silence will take place at 11am today. Join us outside the Chapel to remember those who were lost. #WeLoveMCR

Congratulations to the winners of the Marjon Sports Awards 2017, they are: Volunteer of the Year - Jordan Tewkesbury Team of the Year - Futsal Most Improved Team of the Year- Women’s Rugby Coach of the Year - Bow Jackson for Women’s Football

May Ball 2017

It's Marjon, but hang on, where are the students? Students are invited to join us tomorrow (Weds) for 360 degree photo shoots: 7am - in the gym at Marjon Sport & Health Centre 11.30am - at the Library 1.30pm - on the 3G (meet outside the Grandstand)

Don’t miss out on #GE2017. Make sure you’re registered to vote before MIDNIGHT. It takes 5 mins at https://goo.gl/uIhEDu #YourVoteMatters

Josh tells us why the student vote in Plymouth could be decisive. You have until 23:59 on Monday 22nd May to register to vote. You can register to vote at home or in Plymouth if you live in halls or have a Plymouth address. Register now:

#WeAreMarjon “As well as my studies and the Student Ambassador Scheme, I’ve volunteered with the fire service, joined the coastguard, and have worked two jobs. I always feel that when the chips are down, there’s no point getting down about it.

Meet Josh. He has a place to study Sport Science at Marjon. He is also standing as a parliamentary candidate in Plymouth Moor View for the Green Party of England and Wales. We asked Josh what issues are important to students and what to do if you don

NEWS: The Marjon approach to youth work is being taken up across Europe Research from Plymouth Marjon University is being used across Europe to improve youth work services. Dr Susan Cooper’s innovative approach to evaluating the effectiveness of

One critic said “Watching them perform is like stepping into a dream”. Now The Actors Wheel transport you into the nightmarish vision that is A Clockwork Orange… Catch them soon on tour: http://bit.ly/2pKuKdX