Calling all scuba divers... Jo Alexiou, an active scuba diver and clinical exercise physiologist at Marjon is involved in a research project investigating the cardiovascular profile of active scuba divers. The goal of her project is to make the

We offer Discover Days for students aged 16+ combining hands-on subject taster sessions with an introduction to student funding and university life. 74.6% of Discover Day attendees leave feeling more confident about navigating Higher Education and 98

Marjon bear has graduated and is ready to go out into the world - but where to next? We have ten Marjon bears to giveaway. To enter, like this post. Full terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/marjon-bear-competition/

Get a feel for student life at Open Day tomorrow (Saturday 7 October). 08:30 until 15:00. More info: bit.ly/2o4cRpN #MarjonForMe

"You can do it" The psychology of getting fit and healthy revealed: According to researchers from the Faculty of Sport & Health Science, using simple techniques such as goal setting and motivational self-talk could impact on public health and help

The Royal Television Society (RTS) is offering 20 bursaries to students starting accredited Journalism courses in 2017. The bursaries are for students in less affluent circumstances and aim to widen participation and skills in media and its related

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

It's a hit! The new hockey pitch is open. The pitch is being put through its paces today by 60 young players and two very special coaches, Olympic Champion Giselle Ansley and England's Johnny Kinder (pictured).

Varsity 2017 is here. The sports challenge event of the year sees Marjon sports teams compete against University of Plymouth teams for the Varsity cup. Whether you’re part of a sports team or not, there’s something for everyone with big games

A very warm welcome to our new PhD students. Avik Banerjee, Ian Blackwell and Alison Milner will undertake Education research while Abi Alao, Sally Cinnamond and Samantha Lynn focus on Health research. More: www.marjon.ac.uk/research

The Marjon Student Union Student Led Teaching Awards celebrate good practice, with staff members being nominated by students. The winners for 2017 are: Inspiration Award - Anne Bradley Innovation Award - Kelvin Kirk Outstanding Supervisor Award -

Professor Rob Warner joins today as new Vice-Chancellor More: bit.ly/2lorEFK

Stand out from the crowd... https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/business-degree/How-to-write-a-great-personal-statement-for-studying-business/

Camp America provides the opportunity to spend your summer living and working at a summer camp in America. As well as working with staff from all over the world and making new lifelong friendships, you’re going to have experiences that you will

Proposals for a £200m garden suburb in North Plymouth have been released. Called Plym Vale, the development would include a new University Quarter with the University of St Mark and St John as its centrepiece as well as two new squares, student

With just over a week until terms starts here is a taste of what we've got lined up to welcome new and returning students... Marjon Student Union have Freshers Ball, film night, acoustic night, glitter party, quiz night, Oktoberfest, party nights at

Is Marjon an important part of your story? Would you like to help shape its future? Marjon Student Union is seeking trustees with specialisms in HR, HE, Finance and Legal practice. They must be located in the South West. If you might be interested

15 students are stateside this summer thanks to Marjon's Camp America Bursaries. Jasmine Butler describes the experience so far: "Being here working on a camp has taught me skills that I never thought I would get the chance to. I have made friends

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

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

Hooray for a long weekend. We asked Marjon Outdoor Adventure Education students how to make the most of it... https://www.marjon.ac.uk/top-ten-days-out-in-south-devon/

Helpful info for new and returning students: www.marjon.ac.uk/welcome

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

Team Marjon were out in force at the Plymouth 10k today - thanks to all our runners, sports therapists, personal trainers and the psyching team for getting involved! #WeAreMarjon

Marjon Theatre Festival 2017 Every night from 6-10th March you can watch our final year acting students in action at the Desmond Tutu Theatre. All are welcome and entry is free - productions start at 7.30pm every evening, with bar open from 6.45pm.

For all staff and students... Get out your Christmas jumper and get ready for a fun evening with all you need for Christmas: carols and kings, singing and socialising, music, mince pies and mulled wine. On the evening of Monday 4 December, there

Yesterday our students enjoyed a lecture on stem cells and sport regenerative medicine by Professor John Hunt of the University of Liverpool. The focus was on approaches to repairing elite athletes. Professor Andrew Edwards, Dean of the Faculty of

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

What Postgraduate study did for me. Meet David from Redrok UK. "Within the first two years we’ve reshaped the climate within the business.” More: http://bit.ly/2miWhjW

Register now for Postgraduate Open Evening on Wednesday: http://bit.ly/2mwakUE

A Sunset on campus

WATCH: ITV Westcountry News have been on campus filming ahead of Plymouth Raiders Basketball Club BBL Final this weekend in Glasgow. Player David Humphries has been attending Marjon Sports Therapy & Rehabilitation Clinic for treatment on his injured

We'll be screening the BBL Trophy Final on Sunday 19th March and invite fans to come to cheer on Plymouth Raiders Basketball Club. We have a capacity of 250 people. You can reserve your space from 10am tomorrow (Tuesday 7 March) on the Raiders

Wishing a very Merry Christmas to all our students, staff and friends!

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:

"I find it easy to talk to youth workers because they are relaxed, open and friendly... coming here has helped me a lot." Stories of the impact of youth work on young people have been collected and analysed for a research project called ‘Impact of

Preparation, prospectus, pens! We've put together some tips to help you make the most out of going to a UCAS event: http://bit.ly/2ndHAzE

“People often know how active they should be, what they should be eating and have good intentions. But it doesn’t always translate into behaviour. People I work with express a level of guilt and believe it’s their fault they can’t change,

We are delighted to welcome Professor Tanya Ovenden-Hope, an educationalist with 27 years’ experience in teaching, teacher education and educational leadership. Tanya will lead research into educational improvement, focusing on educational

Save the date. Our next Open Day is Saturday 10 June 2017. Can't wait? You can visit us anytime, to book a campus tour please call us on 01752 636727 or email visitus@marjon.ac.uk.

#WeAreMarjon "We go through about 50 boxes of tissues a month - all kinds of things can happen to students including bereavement, relationship breakdown or illness. At Graduation every year we love watching our students walk across that stage. Not

Great finish to the netball, sadly ending in a 29-30 loss to Plymouth Uni #varsity2017 #gojohns2017

#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.

Build is progressing rapidly on a new student hub and a new student bar. Major refurbishment is underway at the halls and student village too. It will all be done and dusted by Autumn 2017.

Loads down, two to go! Don't forget to check back in for Live Varsity coverage of women's and men's football from Home Park. Kick-off 5.30 for women, 7.30 for men, with Connor Mountford and Taylor Johnson behind the mics

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

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

Ready to go! The official launch party for our brand new student bar is tonight from 9pm. Tickets from Marjon Student Union.

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

Congratulations to alumnus Krysten Coombs on becoming the world number one in SS6 men's singles and doubles para badminton. Read the full story here: http://bit.ly/2wq2o8T