NEW for 2016: BSc (Hons) Psychology degree. Psychology is the study of behaviour. Are you are curious about people, their actions, emotions and thinking? Our course is designed to give you a good understanding of the key areas of psychology;

The University is proud to serve the Armed Forces and has several years’ experience of providing excellent education with the needs of military personnel in mind, the University has signed the Corporate Covenant with the Ministry of Defence. Army,

WATCH - a short film of our Open Day. Hope to see you again soon! https://youtu.be/6HGiFVmjL7A

Student Beach Clean at Mount Batten with Plymouth Environmental Action. Join the clean up for our city beach, we need volunteers to help keep our beaches beautiful! Leave the University at 9:45am, meet at reception and back by 2pm, bring lunch to

NEW for 2016: BA (Hons) Social Science degree. Social Science is an interdisciplinary programme, on which you will study Sociology, Psychology, and Social Policy; and some elements of Politics, Economics, and Human Geography. The programme will

Double the success for Speech & Language Therapy Students Identical twins Claire and Laura Newing both secured a place at the University after achieving identical grades. The twins, 18, from Cornwall College St Austell, Cornwall, both secured a

Hot off the presses! We've just received a new run of the 2016 Undergraduate Prospectus. Click to download the prospectus or to get one posted out to you: http://bit.ly/1yIlQaP

Are you a final year student? Have you had your say in the National Student Survey? Take part at http://www.thestudentsurvey.com

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

The Annual University Learning and Teaching Conference 2015 takes place on 1 and 2 July and is titled ‘Strategic Themes in the Curriculum’. Ian Gilhespy, Learning Enhancement Coordinator at the University said: “The conference offers an

Our next Open Day on Saturday 20th June offers a chance to find out about our specialist subjects and world class facilities. Your day will include a welcome talk by our Vice-Chancellor and a student-led campus tour. You'll explore our green and

Welcome back to all our staff & students. Thinking of applying for 2015? Visit our Courses page for more information: http://bit.ly/1BzKvQm

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 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

Personal trainers gave walkers some special training tips at the University of St Mark & St John recently in advance of the St Luke’s Midnight Walk. With registration closing in a matter of weeks, time is fast running out to sign-up for the 3, 6

Campus is buzzing with excitement tonight for #stlukesmidnightwalk good luck everyone.

The Greening of Golf: Sport, the Environment & Social Change is a special seminar presented by the Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences. The seminar will be lead by Dr Brad Millington of the University of Bath, from 1pm on Fri 3rd July in the

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

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.

Are you considering a career in Sport? We have sport related degrees with places available for September 2015. The options include Sport Development, Football Coaching, Sport Science, Secondary PE (Teaching), Outdoor Adventure Education and Health,

Study Journalism or Sports Journalism with us. - We have places remaining to start Sept 2015. - A £500 Start Strong award available to eligible new applicants. Journalism is a dynamic, practical programme that caters for the multi-skilled

Professor Cara Aitchison, our Vice-Chancellor, discusses funding for education in The Guardian today. http://bit.ly/1D1Escz

Graduation 2015 videos are now online. Watch: bit.ly/1RsDskC

The University of St Mark & St John is Plymouth’s official Team Base for the Namibian rugby squad. We hosted a formal welcome of the Rugby World Cup Trophy, the Webb Ellis Cup on 8th July 2015.

Higher education is becoming an increasingly competitive global market and the sector is entering an era of greater diversity. You can read more about the need for diversity in a Guardian article by our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Cara Aitchison:

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.

UK first as University partners with Diocese in teacher training The Diocese of Truro is working with the University to develop a School Direct initial teacher training scheme, the first of its kind in the country. Lead by senior headteachers, the

Plymouth Herald Sports Personality of the Year Awards launches at University - http://bit.ly/1C2FDn3

‘The Meaning of Place, Mud and Stones into Stories’ is the title of a talk to be presented by award-winning author Philip Marsden on Tuesday 1 December at 18:30. Part of the University of St Mark & St John’s Visiting Writer Series, this free

Tomorrow in the Library Lecture Theatre at 18:30.

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

We can't help but share some of the final edit of photos by Dom Moore Photography of last week's Graduation ceremonies. We've updated the Flickr album where you can download these photos. https://www.flickr.com/photos/135620053@N05/with/22203532154/

Freshers Fortnight Celebrations to Kick-Off Autumn Term The paint in the redecorated student halls of residence has dried, paper and pens have been bought, and bags have been packed! Everything is ready for students to start their journey of

Did you know that you'll need a reference in order to be able to send your UCAS application? Click here to view the UCAS guide to obtaining your reference - http://bit.ly/1AAJJo7

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

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

Do you want to be a PE teacher? We have NEW places on our BEd (Hons) Physical Education - Secondary Education with QTS; you can apply for Sept 2015. David Bamber, a recent graduate, says this about the course: "The 3 year course was brilliant. 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,

We're looking for a web designer, part or full time, freelance or fixed term. For details see: http://bit.ly/1FZwE7e

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

Do you want to be a primary teacher? We have places for Sept 2015 on our BEd (Hons) Primary Education (with QTS). Jordan Dingle, a recent graduate, says this about the course: "I enjoyed the course, especially the placements which were a great

Watch Paul and Lottie talk about our BEd teaching courses.

Visiting Writer Series Environmental artist and poet Marlene Creates visits us on Thursday 19th November at 6.30pm to discuss her award winning video-poem in a talk titled "From the Ground Tier to a Sparrow Batch". All are welcome. To book a place

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

Good luck to all our teams taking part in @BUCSsport today #bucswednesday

Many congratulations to Ben Proud on setting four new British swimming records at the ASA Winter Meet this weekend. Ben broke 46 seconds for the first time, beating his own record in the men's 4x100m freestyle with 45.97. He set British records in

NEW for 2016: BA (Hons) Sociology Curious about the dynamics of social life? Sociology will help you develop a critical appreciation for the complex interconnections between people. During our sociology degree, you’ll take an in-depth look at how

Saturday 26 September

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