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

As rugby fans all over the world count down the last few hours to the start of the 2015 Rugby World Cup, the University is preparing to welcome the national Namibian team! The 31-strong squad will arrive at the University next week and will be using

Celebration in the City - graduation ceremonies are to take place on 28 and 29 October at the Plymouth Guildhall. More: bit.ly/1Xodan7

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

You could feel the buzz on campus this morning as we welcomed the Webb Ellis Cup. The Rugby World Cup 2015 Trophy Tour saw youngsters, professional and national players and guests enjoy a celebration bought to the city by the Plymouth Rugby

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

There is a buzz on campus ahead of Open Day TOMORROW. It is not too late to book your place! The programme for Open Day includes: - Welcome talk; - 46 subject talks; - Sessions on Accommodation, Employability, Money Matters, Student Life, Student

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

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

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.

Break a leg tomorrow!

Did you know that as an employer the University is a Stonewall Diversity Champion? #LGBTHM15 http://www.stonewall25.org.uk

'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

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

Fly-on-the-wall Film Wins Award Congratulations to journalism students Kieron Reed and Patrick Tompkins (pictured) on winning an award from the Royal Television Society for their fly-on-the-wall documentary of a barber shop. The owners of Wyatt’s

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

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

Check out this huge picture gallery from yesterday's #MarjonGraduation ceremonies courtesy of Dom Moore Photography and Plymouth Herald, where your names are printed in today's newspaper.

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

Cell therapies are the future for elite sport. Professor Brendon Noble presents a keynote speech this week titled ‘Elite Sport as a Driver of Medical Advance’. He will speak at a conference entitled 'Sport Science for Sports Practice and

We're located on a single campus, making it that much easier and faster to meet people. Find out more at: http://bit.ly/1BHvgEX

Children from secondary schools in Devon and Cornwall got a flavour of student life at the University of St Mark & St John when they attended ‘Aim High!’ on 22 April.

Course of the Day – BA (Hons) English and Creative Writing. This degree programme keeps an eye on employability and offers insights into Creative Writing, English Literature and English Language. CLEARING - Apply now for 2015! Don’t forget, if

Charlotte, Matt and Melissa are Sport Development students here at the University of St Mark & St John and they have organised a 5km fun run for this Sunday 26th April. The run is in aid of Trevi House, a residential rehabilitation unit which helps

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

It's not too late to register a team to take part in the University's first Swimarathon. You don't have to be a fantastic swimmer. Find out how to get involved in this fun event and raise vital funds for toy boxes for the Plymouth Refuge.

Health and Safety learning event for people with learning disabilities.

Are you considering applying to us? Would you like to tour our campus? Our current students are ready and waiting to show you around. Your tour can be booked at time that works for you. If you want to meet a course tutor, we'll try our best to tie

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NEW for 2016: BSc (Hons) Exercise Physiology Exercise physiologists help to enrich quality-of-life by developing exercise-based lifestyle programs to prevent or/and treat injury and disease. With an ageing population and increasing awareness around

Sign-up now for October's Swimarathon. http://marjon.ac.uk/about-marjon/news-and-events/marjon-news/olympic-swimmer-launches-swimarathon.html

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

You'll find photos of our green campus and stunning surroundings on #Instagram: instagram.com/marjonplymouth We'd love to see your photos - tag with #marjonuni

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

NEWS: Sports therapy students work on Rugby World Cup 2015 players http://video214.com/play/lmePbgpHlYqDa1PdjRDbpA/s/dark

Come and meet us today and tomorrow at #manchesterucas. We're on stand 133. Find out more about our range of programmes at: http://bit.ly/1BzKvQm

#Military Students Show Strength in Degree Results Students from one of the University’s Armed Forces programmes, BSc (Hons) Strength & Conditioning, have received excellent results with all students achieving a 2:1 degree or higher. Caroline

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

Our BA(Hons) Music Production students bring their 'Elements Expo' to the Eden Project later this month. The expo is an explosive array of interactive sound, light and movement, designed to appeal to both adults and children. Participants will be

The University of St Mark and St John is embarking on a project to reconnect with graduates of our Youth and Community programmes. We want to find out more about the experiences of professionals working within the Youth and Community field after

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 &

New £4.2 Million Studio School Build Starts on Site The Studio School build is due for completion in Autumn 2016. It will include a High Performance Sport Centre equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and a Medical Lab for sport physiotherapy,

NEWS: Freshers week included winning a part in Hollywood movie Pitch Perfect 3 for one lucky student.

2015-16 Marjon Student Union Campaign Launch Changing minds and confronting the stigma of mental health Watch: http://bit.ly/1Xf55Bj

The University of St Mark & St John, England’s most established teacher training college, has responded to a national fall in the number of people applying to teaching related-courses by offering a package of incentives to potential applicants.

NEW Team Sports Bursaries The University has launched NEW Elite Team #Sports #Bursaries to assist students who compete in team sports at an 'elite' level. As a guide 'elite' aligns to membership of the Academy squad of a professional sports team.

NEWS: In the headlines today, how stem cell banking can treat sight loss. Our Executive Dean Professor Noble is an expert in this field and will be chairing an international conference this week on the subject.

All Applicant Day emails have now been sent out – don’t forget to click on the link in the email and book your place to attend on Saturday 11th April. If you haven’t received the email then check your junk mail folder or drop us an email on

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