An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of Marjon Sports Federation! As a Student Sport Intern, you will assist in the successful delivery of Marjon’s sport and recreational programmes. Excellent organisational skills are required To
A warm welcome to everyone joining in with our Virtual Open Days this week! Please take the time to watch this video from Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rob Warner and Student Union President, Lauren Edwards ❤ To get involved:
Only half of us are back in the flat so it’s a lot quieter. We keep busy with board games, drinking games and watching films together. I was supposed to start placement this term in a primary school but sadly it’s been postponed. I do my best to
At Marjon, we believe that Every Mind Matters. Having good mental health helps us relax, achieve our best and enjoy our lives more. Below is a great free resource that could help support any worries you might have. Check it out
It’s been a tough week with the new national lockdown. It’s okay not to be okay. If you’re worried about your academic work, your mental health or anything else please remember that help is on hand. To access this support please contact
Student and Sports Scholar, Sarah McJury, competes in indoor rowing. Her category is PR3 (age 30-39). She is officially the holder of: One Welsh record Four British records Four World records She said: “I’m absolutely over the moon and so proud
Lockdown has changed things a lot. I looked forward to going into university, for labs and teaching one and a half days each week, but now I’m learning at home. I miss the social side of university life and I miss seeing family and friends,
Our Marjon Chaplaincy and Student Support and Wellbeing have worked closely together to provide gifts for students that may not receive any this year. The bags include some wrapped gifts, snacks and lots of chocolate! Thank you for supporting our
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
Today is virtual open day! We've got live talks and Q&As about courses, student life and funding. We'll see you soon at www.marjon.ac.uk/virtual-open-days
I’m happy Semester B has started to get me back into a university routine. I’ve missed it. I’m currently living in my student accommodation in Plymouth. This time around it feels different being in the house. I’m not the type of person to
ℹ️ Marjon University Cornwall invites educators to ‘Small schools, big issue?’, an online event exploring the issues facing small schools in rural and coastal England. The event runs in partnership with British Educational Research
Great news Marjon sportspeople, our scholarship application deadline has been moved back! It will now close on Sunday, February 14 2021! To apply, check the details below.
CLOSING TOMORROW! Are you interested in being the face of Marjon? We are currently recruiting for student Welcome Team Ambassadors to work on the Welcome Desk. In an administrative role, you will support Marjon’s excellent customer service support
One week to go until our Virtual Open Days begin! Are you interested in studying with us? Sign up for online talks with students and lecturers to find out about life at Marjon and our courses. Book now! www.marjon.ac.uk/virtual-open-days/ ✅
Want to be creative? Work with a range of employers and business leaders? Gain hands on business skills during a semester abroad? Our undergraduate business courses give you all these opportunities while studying in a supportive learning environment.
I thought lockdown was going to be really hard this time but I am now feeling very positive. I returned to Marjon as I didn't have the right facilities at home for my lectures. I study musical theatre and while I have no access to the rehearsal space
How can I build confidence? How can I stay motivated? If you’ve asked yourself one of these questions, join us next Friday for our Building Confidence and Motivation live virtual event. We’ll give you our top tips to overcoming these feelings.
Today is Time to Talk day! Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a two hour drop-in session for students between 12pm and 2pm. Open to all Marjon students, it’s an opportunity to chat about mental health. To join in:
New study success programme announced for Marjon applicants. Please check out some further information on the support we’re offering to everyone who applies to join us in September. Read now https://bit.ly/3opC4pV
We now have Amazon lockers on campus! They’re available 24/7 and are situated outside the main entrance. Simply choose the locker delivery option and enter the name ‘Kays’ to divert your parcel to Marjon. Users are sent a one-time secure code
⭐ Our next Virtual Open Days are 28-30 January 2021. Join us for talks about courses and student life. Chat to lecturers, students and our support teams. Take a virtual tour to see where you could be studying and living. ✅ Book now: www.marjon.ac
It’s been an unusual term. We might not be able to see it out together in person but you can join lots of familiar faces at our first Virtual Carol Service. We are #MarjonTogether, so please join us in celebrating Christmas in song with Marjon
We just wanted to remind our students from everyone at Marjon Student Union that we are still here to support you. We're working really hard to try and make up for everything you've missed, and we're holding onto hope for the last few months of this
Thank you to Luke Pollard for taking the time to chat to our first year Journalism students this week They had the opportunity to interview Luke on a range of topics, including the future of Plymouth. Interested in studying Journalism at Marjon?
My biggest challenge during lockdown is trying to keep motivated. There are good times when I get on with my work and other times when I do not feel motivated. I find chatting to family and friends helps me feel positive; as does exercising,
Calling Marjon students and the Class of 2020! Are you interested in starting your own business, social enterprise, community project or society? With the Be Enterprising Bursary, you can apply for a start-up fund to kickstart your project! Contact
Following the latest Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (2020), we’re delighted to announce that we’re ranked third in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction! Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3a30kbh
I study Osteopathic Medicine and we’re lucky enough to be allowed to return to Marjon for onsite learning. A few of our clinical sessions have gone virtual but I’m in the teaching clinic most of the week and we still have patients attending.
If you hope to go to university this year, we recognise that the coronavirus pandemic has had an enormous impact on you. Many of you will be studying hard to get the grades you need to apply to university. Even if you already have your grades, we
On Monday, February 15, we’re inviting you to a live virtual event covering wellbeing, resilience and digital detoxing. The talk will cover how to look after both yourself and other’s wellbeing, ways to build resilience and the benefits of
We’ve got 11 amazing shows to liven up your lockdown nights. Watch online performances starring our final year The Actor's Wheel students from Monday 8 to Friday 12 March. Book your FREE tickets now!
#WeAreMarjon “I always dreamed of going to university. I joined an Access course as a pathway when two major operations derailed my studies. I was incapacitated and it took a long time to rehabilitate. My mental health was impacted as a result. It
- Most courses can be taught online only until mid-February at least - Rent will be credited to accounts for students prevented by lockdown from living in on-campus accommodation - Further guidance on travel expected today As you know, we are now in
#WeAreMarjon “Swimming is, and always will be an escape for me. It’s something that I love and always will love. When I get into the water all my worries disappear and I’m focused on the task ahead. I learnt to swim at the age of three and
Outside of university life, I’m part of the Plymouth Raiders Cheerleaders. This has been my first year in the squad and I’m really enjoying it. The girls are lovely and it’s a fun way to exercise. We train online which is unusual. It’s been
This week is HIV Testing Week, an initiative aimed at raising its awareness. Public Health England are encouraging those at potential risk in the South West to get tested. ℹ️ If you feel like you want to get tested, order a free HIV postal test
ℹ️ This post is a reminder to all students to check The Hub for information on the return campus. You can access answered FAQs and see the latest updates from Marjon as we move forward together.
Back in February 1840 when we welcomed our first students, many people believed that education was only for the elite. Our founders, James Kay-Shuttleworth and Derwent Coleridge, had other ideas. Big ideas. They started training orphans from the
To all students, I really hope you have had a good break, and I am sorry to interrupt it in this way. I need to update you on latest Government guidance sent to us last night about the return to universities in January. The Government is concerned
Following a successful application, we’ve received a £50,000 grant to enhance our Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) Clinic! The funding will provide vital placement hours for our SLT students For the full story: https://bit.ly/3stJWZ8
A message to students returning to Marjon. Our Asymptomatic Test Centre will be open to residents on Sunday, March 7 from 11am-5pm. Students will be expected to test on their arrival. Sunday testing is in place to reduce the number of people that
#WeAreMarjon “This year has been one filled with uncertainty. I’m so proud that in my role at the Asymptomatic Test Centre I’ve been able to help students travel home safely and give them the reassurance they need to enjoy Christmas at home
It's not too late to apply. UCAS has extended the applications deadline by two weeks to 29 January. Find out what it'll be like to study with us: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/applied/september-2021/
Do you enjoy your subject and want to explore it further? Do you want to gain a specific professional qualification or develop your knowledge to stand out in your current role? If so, find out how Marjon can help at our online postgraduate open day,