Congratulations to everyone confirming places at Marjon today. We can’t wait to welcome you! If you’re yet to see campus you can take a tour either today or tomorrow, choose from two options: Online tour – https://bit.ly/2E0lF8O Real world
On Thursday, August 6, our education leader in Cornwall, Prof. Tanya Ovenden-Hope is talking for the Chartered College of Teaching. Tanya will be advising trainee teachers on what to expect in September. It’s free! Register now https:/
Happy #InternationalWomensDay, Marjon! As a University, we strive to promote the importance of inclusion and diversity, encouraging students to push themselves to achieve their goals; whatever they may be! Marjon Student Union annually holds a Women
Study for a PGCert, PGDip or MA Professional Education Practice with Marjon from anywhere in the world on our new distance learning course. It enables lecturers, tutors, trainers, demonstrators and anyone involved with learning, teaching or
Our amazing teaching students are running a 12-hour yoga marathon to raise money for BookTrust, who reach 3.9 million children each year with books, resources and support to help develop a love of reading. Anyone is welcome to join, or just come
The NHS test and trace app is now live nationally, and we have QR codes in our catering areas. If you download the app you can use it across multiple venues and it shows the current risk level where you live. Please attend to this short video from
“I spent a week in August at NUS Lead and Change with other SU teams. The challenges of Covid-19 for Student Unions played on all our minds. Being able to talk and form relationships with others led to hundreds of ideas forming for this year. I
From today, all our teacher training courses (BEd, PGCE and School Direct) are open to applications for September 2021. Here is advice on applying for teacher training from Gill Golder, Director of Teacher Education at Marjon:
Here’s a clip of Journalism students, Georgia and Alfie, talking to Greatest Hits Radio (Plymouth) about student life and support during the pandemic #GoTeamMarjon
#WeAreMarjon “When I first started Journalism at Marjon, I wanted to specialise in live music. It took me seeing Star Wars: The Force Awakens to push my love of film to such a high, that I wanted to shift my focus entirely. Thankfully, Marjon’s
Would you like to find out more about an exciting career working with children and adults who have communication and/or swallowing difficulties? Come along to our Speech & Language Therapy Careers Day on Wednesday 12th February! This unique event
"I always wanted to study for a degree, but at the end of my school years I didn’t have the qualifications to achieve that dream. Instead, I went into industry and started a family. After the birth of my fourth child, I left the career I had
Following the latest government guidelines on leisure facilities, Plymouth Marjon University is pleased to announce that the Marjon Sport & Health Centre will be reopening soon ️♀️♂️ With the initial reopen being for members only to
#WeAreMarjon “When you get a job working with children you think you are actually going to go out and see them. My speech and language therapy work is specifically with children aged 0-5 and trying to work with them during this lockdown has been
Plymouth Marjon University is excited to announce a new international partnership with the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) The relationship intends to provide exchange opportunities to Australia for staff and students in the academic
"One of the most important factors to consider if you are applying for uni via Clearing is that there are a huge number of options to choose from. What you decide in the end could be very different from your original choice. For example, I
Today we welcomed our first postgraduate students back on campus Our PGCE and School Direct students have had their initial inductions ahead of coming to Marjon for their teacher training. The excitement builds as we continue to welcome
Why should you study at Marjon? Well, you’ll hear a lot of people describe our university as a ‘family’. Watch this video to find out some of the ways that the Marjon community supports you
We have four PhD Studentships available, all with bursary, fees paid and excellent supervisors. The opportunities span education, health, sport and sustainability. ℹ️ More info here: https://bit.ly/3f1x1GX
More from the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2020 Following our top ten finishes in two categories, Marjon is delighted to see huge increases in ‘Accommodation’ and ‘Sports and Societies’. Thank you to our Accommodation team, Marjon Sports
“There isn’t a clear-cut answer as to why I love acting, I could tell you that I love it because I step out of my own world to being somebody completely different on stage. The truth is, I love being able to spread messages through multiple
Healthcare is changing. Learn to support patients with physical, mental and social wellbeing. Train in on-site clinics and in partnership with local healthcare providers. Take a holistic approach to health. Study BSc (Hons) Health and Wellbeing at
A new asymptomatic testing site will provide rapid Covid-19 testing on campus from Monday. The site, managed in partnership with NHS Test and Trace, will provide testing for students and staff who do not have symptoms. The tests are easy to do and
#WeAreMarjon “It’s bizarre that a few weeks ago, I had a class of 34 children whose minds were captivated by anything I taught them. Now, I sit at home preparing lessons, typing to my pupils and engaging with them via Google Classroom online. I
Marjon Sports Centre will be open for student use this academic year. If you’re new to Marjon, here are the joining details: - £120 for 6 months (£20 p/m) - £200 for 1 year (£16.66 p/m) - £500 for 3 years (13.88 p/m) The student membership
Congratulations to the winners of the Marjon Sports Awards 2020 Most Improved Team - Swimming & Waterpolo Volunteer of the Year - Katie Harvey-James & Mia Halifax Coach of the Year - Stephanie Beck Team of the Year - Women’s Futsal Sports
The Listening Post launches today. This new project offers peer support for student mental health and wellbeing and was set up by Joe Lynch in his role as a Marjon Change Maker. You can connect with student volunteers who are there to chat with you
Marjon is on TikTok from today, with students creating all our videos. The launch is being led by Georgia Large, a first year student and Marjon Change Maker, who told us: “I want to help current year 13 students by sharing all the tips, tricks
Our virtual open days, delivered by Marjon staff and students, are running every day this week. Join us on online for specialist talks on Clearing, Life on Campus, Money Matters and Sport at Marjon. Register now
The academic year 2020-21 A statement from the Vice-Chancellor Dear students and future students, We are really looking forward to seeing you on our fabulous campus this September. Marjon is an extraordinary community, and this year is going to be
How can I better manage my student loan? What can I get from a counselling session? What if I need childcare whilst studying? Where can I seek advice on disability support? Student Support and Wellbeing are here to help. The team are available from
Calling all students, we have an exciting opportunity to work as a Student Participant Researcher! Working as part of the Student-led Knowledge Exchange, you will support Marjon in investigating how a series of projects contribute to student learning
"Through the translation of anti-racist thoughts to behaviour, we can promote a positive and welcoming university environment and culture for students of all ethnic and racial backgrounds" writes student Rajni Kaur Davegun reflecting on the Black
Please see our latest coronavirus update, which includes a summary of what facilities are open or closed. Read more: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/coronavirus/
On Saturday May 30, 2020, PhD Outdoor Education student, Nik Elvy, ran the Curious Virtual Open Day. This was a collection of learning resources presented by herself and others on ways to learn about and appreciate the outdoors from home. Nik runs a
On Saturday June 20, 2020, The Actor's Wheel and Marjon Arts senior lecturer, Dr Sharon Smith is taking part in a 12 hour virtual performance for the international theatre collective, Gob Squad The group have been running for over 25 years, blurring
We all need a little help sometimes. Whatever you need, whether you've got an academic issue or a personal one, our Student Support team are always there. ℹ️ Watch the video to find out more…
This week the Theatre Festival returns to Marjon Arts Centre. From 2 - 6 March there are two shows every night starring our fabulous third year acting students, performing their final projects. All welcome. Free admission, with bar from 6.30pm and
Tune into our live course talks from 2 - 5 June. Find out about studying and student life at Marjon and get your questions answered in live chats with lecturers and students. ✅ Sign up now: https://bit.ly/3e2gh1H
Congratulations to acting student, Adam Baylis, on a commendation for 'Finest Team Effort'. Presented by Equity Devon and Cornwall, it recognises his strong performance in 'Love and Information'. This was a production by our acting training company,