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;

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/

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

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.

Are you thinking of going to #university? The University of St Mark & St John in #Plymouth offers degrees in subjects such as #Acting, #Business, #English, #Media, #Sports, #Teaching, Social Sciences and Speech and Language Therapy. We hope you can

Our Acting students have recently been on their International tour of Greece with their Feast of Famine production. Here is what some of them had to say: ‘the tour was a life changing experience that taught me how arts and theatre inspires all

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,

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

Welcome to the Student Union Team for 2015/16. Students at the University of St Mark & St John will have new representation this week as Charlotte Hook joins the Marjon Student Union (MSU) team as Deputy President. Keeping his seat for a second year,

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

Congratulations to all our students graduating this year – From Monday 3rd August you can register for your ceremony and purchase your guest tickets online at http://www.marjon.ac.uk/graduation

Prepare for a successful career in the football industry with our football coaching degree. The course, taught in partnership with the Plymouth Argyle Community Trust, is packed with real-life, hands-on experience, allowing our students plenty of

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

Student reports live from Derriford Hospital for BBC Radio 2's Jeremy Vine Show. Read the full story at: http://bit.ly/1BICAjy

Visiting Writer Series The Meaning of Place - Mud and Stones into Stories. Reading and talk by Philip Marsden. 18:30 on Tues 1st December in the Library Lecture Theatre. All are welcome. To book a place 01752 636700 (ext 6522). Phil Marsden is the

Study While You Work Open Day - Thurs 9th July 6.30pm Would you like to enhance your career prospects and earn while you learn? With our work based Foundation Degrees you can do this. The degrees are designed in partnership with employers in order

We are the highest ranked University for Education in the South West in The Guardian University League Tables 2016. Our Education programmes include Primary Education, Physical Education, Early Years, PGCE and School Direct. For a full list of

Charlotte, Matt and Melissa are Sport Development students here at the University of St Mark & St John and they have organised a 5km fun run for this Sunday 26th April. The run is in aid of Trevi House, a residential rehabilitation unit which helps

The University has been recognised for commitment to social enterprise, becoming one of only four universities in the UK to have been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark. This demonstrates that we are a social enterprise supporting the community, the

On-campus is accommodation available for 2015. "Whilst meeting great friends, living in halls gave me many great opportunities as I was in the centre of everything. Wish I could go back!" Chloe, Student. Booking form for first year students:

We're looking forward to welcoming resident students on Sunday and everyone else on Monday. Don’t forget to check your welcome programme via www.marjon.ac.uk/onlinereg for any last minute changes!

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.

Welcome to everyone coming to Plymouth today to visit our Open Day. We look forward to meeting you! Join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #MarjonForMe

Sports personalities share best meal of the day as Plymouth Herald launch 2014 Sport Personality of the Year Awards - http://bit.ly/1BzdfLo

SEMINAR: International Sport, Cartels and Political Tactics: Exploring The Boycott. With Dr Malcolm MacLean from the University of Gloucestershire. 5pm on 23rd November. To book your place email: abugg@marjon.ac.uk

Photos from the Inspiring Students Awards ceremony 2015

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

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

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

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

Last week Schools Minister Nick Gibb announced top graduates are to get up to £30k tax-free to train to teach core subjects in 2016. With 175 years experience we are the most experienced teacher trainers in the South West. Come to our Open Day this

In response to the national fall in the number of people applying to teaching related-courses the University is making an important contribution to teacher training by encouraging more people to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). We have places

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

You'll find photos of our green campus and stunning surroundings on #Instagram: instagram.com/marjonplymouth We'd love to see your photos - tag with #marjonuni

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

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

'Challenge Your Politicians' is the parliamentary hustings for #Moorview. Two debates are being organised by The University of St Mark & St John, Plymouth Octopus Project and The Herald. One of the debates will be held at the University from 7pm to 8

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

There are only 10 days left to submit your #UCAS application. Explore our #courses at: http://bit.ly/1BA9Vgv

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

Are you taking part in either the 3, 6 or 12 mile Midnight Walk this weekend for St Luke's Hospice? Check out some last minute top tips from our Personal trainers here at the University and Good Luck! http://bit.ly/1f3DK3S

Get a feel for life at the University of St Mark & St John. It's not too late to tour the campus before the 15th January UCAS deadline. Our students are ready and waiting to show you around - see the Students Union, Sports Centre, Library, Halls and

The Faculty of Sport & Health Sciences invites you to: "Sporting Success: The Value of Sport for Health Date: Monday 15th June; Time: 12pm; Venue: HDC 101. In this special seminar Dr Erika Borkoles from Bournemouth University will talk about her

The University of St Mark and St John is embarking on a project to reconnect with graduates of our Youth and Community programmes. We want to find out more about the experiences of professionals working within the Youth and Community field after

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

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

NEWS: Sports therapy students work on Rugby World Cup 2015 players http://video214.com/play/lmePbgpHlYqDa1PdjRDbpA/s/dark

eFest is back! Events with a focus on education, experience, enterprise and employability and will take place in Jan 2016. The programme includes an opportunity to gain a Forest School qualification, as well as info on CV writing, research skills,

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

Were you watching the #eclipse2015 from campus this morning? Send us your pictures using the hashtag #marjoneclipse.