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

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

Exciting new degrees in Education, Health, Sport and Social Sciences for 2016. More: www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/new-courses-2016/

NEW for 2016 - #PGCE Secondary Education with #Psychology More: http://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/pgce-psychology/

A very Happy New Year to all our alumni, friends, staff and students!

There are part-time job openings at the uni for new and returning students. To find out more: http://bit.ly/1Uh1WTr

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.

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

Sad to see our Summer School students leave yesterday but check out what they got up to while staying with us on campus.

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

If you are an applicant and are visiting the University on Saturday 11th April then here is a recap of key timings... The agenda: 10:30 - Registration & Refreshments 11:00 - Welcome talk 11:15 - Academic talks and hands-on sessions 12:15 to 14:00 -

A big thank you to staff and students for their donations in support of Syrian refugees. You can drop off goods all week at the Chaplaincy - warm items such as blankets, sleeping bags and men's clothes are needed, cooking and eating eqpt needed too.

#MarjonForMe This is what some of our students have to say about their courses: “I love the practicals that we do and being at one with nature and the outdoors. The course has helped me with job opportunities as well as giving me the confidence to

REMINDER: Gowning and tickets from 0830 and 1230 today at Plymouth Guildhall. Congratulations Class of 2015! #MarjonGraduation

Graduate Harry Solomon studied Sport Development and Coaching and has set up his own business, Wombat Cricket, making handmade cricket bats. “The plan is to take what I’ve learned from my coaching degree at the University of St Mark & St John

The University is proud to sponsor the Plymouth 10K. The race happens this Sunday 15th November 2015. Athletes can look forward to pre and post race therapy and an event warm up with our Sports Therapy students. Plymouth 10K Race Director Nigel Rowe,

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

Our English and Creative Writing programme includes a Visiting Writer Series. The students find out about the writers before they arrive, reading and discussing their writing, investigating the writer's 'digital footprint' and considering what

Live coding could lead the way in music education - http://marjon.ac.uk/about-marjon/news-and-events/marjon-news/live-coding-could-lead-the-way-in-music-education.html

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

Are you currently in Year 12? Register today for our FREE #Sport & Outdoor Summer School at http://bit.ly/1IDj2VD

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

A Celebration of Cycling Hosted by the University and the SW Institute of Outdoor Learning. FREE - 7.30pm on Mon 30th Nov at the University - no booking required. Two cyclists will share their tales of on and off-road adventures in Europe and South

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

We are running a clearing campaign and are hoping to hear from students who joined the University through clearing. Can you help? Please contact me for a brief discussion. Naomi Lang, PR and Communications Officer (Press & PR) Tel: 01752 600745 email

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.

Calling all year 12 students... If you are considering going to #university then our residential Summer School is for you! You can join lectures and practical sessions and experience student life first hand, staying in our halls of residence for up

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

Read about our elite sport scholar Ben Proud at http://bit.ly/1Avst3F #plymouth #spoty2015

We have world-class sport and exercise facilities here and are investing to develop them further. You can still apply to join one of our sport and exercise courses and start with us in September 2015. Places are available on courses such as BSc (Hons

Great news as over a third of graduates on Faculty of Education and Social Sciences top-up programmes earn first class honours degrees. Dr Ian Luke, Dean of Education and Social Sciences, said “Drawing upon our long-established reputation in

New 'State of the Sector' research will explore the value of voluntary and community services in Plymouth. Tomorrow the Plymouth Octopus Project, The University of St Mark and St John and Plymouth City Council will launch The State of the Sector

Dydh da! You are invited to an open lecture on #Cornish Language History and a one hour Cornish Language Lesson with Dr Ken George. Thursday 7th May - lecture at 12:30pm and lesson at 1:30pm. University Lecture Theatre. #Cornwall #Kernow

Are you in Year 12? Considering a career in Teaching? Find out more at our FREE Summer School http://bit.ly/1yoqA3w

Download your pictures of Graduation ceremonies 1 & 2 here. Thanks again to Dom Moore Photography https://www.flickr.com/photos/135620053@N05/shares/M4C8f6

Course of the Day - BSc (Hons) Applied Sport Science for Coaching. Our BSc (Hons) Applied Sport Science for Coaching is endorsed by the British Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences. This course looks at optimising performance in sport through

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

The University of St Mark & St John in Plymouth is different. Our warm and friendly atmosphere makes this a special place to study. We have a single campus, making it that much easier and faster to meet people. From lectures to accommodation, dining,

Many congratulations to fourth year Speech & Language Therapy students including Lizzie Dawes, Lucy Singer and Cornelia Honold (pictured) who won a national award recently for their 'Marjon Give Voice' campaign. The team ran events on campus, in

http://www.marjon.ac.uk/about-marjon/news-and-events/marjon-news/placing-identity-diversity-and-belonging-in-sport.html

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

The University is to undertake a major journalism education and research project with partners in the Czech Republic and Belgium following the announcement that it has secured a 400,000 euros funding bid for an ambitious pan-European Erasmus proposal

We are a small and friendly university located in Plymouth, not far from the stunning South Devon coast and Dartmoor National Park. To see more go to our Instagram page: https://instagram.com/marjonplymouth

University outperforms the sector in the National Newly Qualified Teacher (NQT) Survey 2015. Both primary and secondary teachers rated the overall quality of their training at the University of St Mark & St John as above national figures. Secondary

Schools Out! If you are looking for fun family activities then try a family swim at our Sports Centre. Its open to all and a family swim is just £10 for four people (one must be aged under 16 years). See pool opening times: http://bit.ly/1HMqVDk

The Student Led Teacher Award winners were announced this week at the University of St Mark & St John. Dan Whitby, Marjon Student Union President, said at the ceremony: “All University staff do an amazing job to challenge and inspire a future

We offer outstanding employability with 95% of our students in employment or further study within six months of graduating (HESA, 2014).

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

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

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