My plan this term was to return to the student village to start my teaching placement and begin face-to-face lectures again. I’m now studying at home instead because my placement was postponed, and my lectures are all online. I was disappointed

#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

It's not too late to take a virtual campus tour ahead of the UCAS applications deadline on 15 Jan. A warm Marjon welcome awaits! ❤️ Check out your options here https://www.marjon.ac.uk/visit/campus-tours/

Who’s up for another Marjon competition? We have ten Marjon branded notebooks and pens to giveaway. To enter, like this post. For full terms and conditions https://www.marjon.ac.uk/marjon-notebook-and-pen-competition/

A message for Marjon students from your lecturers ❤️

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/

Writing a personal statement? We've got tips on how to demonstrate the abilities that universities are looking for... https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/applying/your-application/personal-statements/

Our neighbours have been roaming around campus this week Pictures: Sara-Jane Vanstone, 3rd year Journalism

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

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

We’re really excited to announce that former BBC Spotlight presenter, Justin Leigh, has joined the teaching team at Marjon! The popular local broadcaster will be sharing his knowledge of news and live presenting with our Journalism students Read

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:

I’ve been feeling pretty good. Not much has changed for me. My Speech and Language Therapy course is continuing as normal, we have lectures, seminars and exams coming up. I try not to think too much about Covid and what I can’t do, instead I try

Check out the view from The View, taken on campus today.

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

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

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

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

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.

Congratulations to our Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) final year students, who today complete their degrees with Marjon! ⭐️ They end their time with us through the annual Student SLT Conference, held virtually this year. Students present

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,

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

Whether you’re a student past or present, or staff, you know how it feels to be part of the Marjon community. This week, you can send a virtual Marjon hug to the people who make Marjon special for you. Why not send one to a friend, or as a thank

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.

#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

I’m happy that I was able to return to Marjon. It has put my mind at ease in regards to being productive and getting the work done. I have a lot more variety of places to go for a walk. We’re lucky to have so much green space around Marjon. I

Calling the sportspeople of Marjon!⚽️ The deadline to apply for a Sport Performance Scholarship for the next academic year is Sunday, January 31 2021. Are you eligible? You should apply if you’re coming to Marjon in September, awaiting an

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!

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

Have you noticed the increasing use of personal pronouns such as he/him, she/her, they/them or ze/zir in email signatures and social media bios? Sharing your pronouns helps normalise discussions about gender, especially for trans and non-binary

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

I’m kind of enjoying lockdown to be honest. I’m living on campus and I feel lucky to be back as I have my housemates. We plan lots of activities to keep entertained. We cook together as a house, play games, watch TV together and go for walks to

Interested in studying Journalism at Marjon? Get hands on industry standard experience with the JAM Centre and The Workshop Oh yes, and study on the BBC campus in Plymouth! ℹ️ https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/journalism-degree/

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

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

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

Tomorrow is Time to Talk day, the day the nation talks about mental health. Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a drop-in session to students, explained by a member of the team, Howard To join in tomorrow between 12pm and 2pm:

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,

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

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,

I try to tackle the day as early as possible. My study time requires a screen and I want to get outside before it gets dark. I try to walk for at least 40 minutes each day, it gives my mind a rest and I get to notice what’s going on around me. I

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/ ✅

Since the start of the pandemic, one of Marjon’s community responses has been to offer free appointments in our sports therapy and osteopathy clinics. If you’re in any physical pain or discomfort, we can support you. ℹ️ To book and for more:

Congratulations to Marjon Cheerleading, who are the winners of the Marjon Sports Federation Active Minutes Challenge! Over the last three weeks, our sports teams have been competing to total up the most minutes doing physical activity. As the winners

Did you know that Marjon has a Rent Related Hardship Fund? Students that have been unable to live in their student accommodation for over four weeks, due to Covid-19, are entitled to apply. Applications are open until March 10, email

Over the course of the coronavirus pandemic, a number of our trainee secondary school teachers have been supporting the fantastic work of Devon Virtual School. The school works to help children in care and care leavers from the area. During the last

Business skills are crucial for graduates. To provide our graduates with an edge we have business lecturers teaching on many of our degrees. We also offer business degrees which are accredited by The Chartered Management Institute. This means you

Study a MSc in Management for a Sustainable Future with Marjon, anywhere in the world, on our distance learning course. The impact of 2020 has meant organisations large and small, public and private sector are focusing on resilience as never before.

Are you the parent, partner or carer of someone who is considering study at Marjon? We invite you to a live online talk about life at our University from 7-8pm on Thursday 10 December. We’ll cover student finance and the costs of Higher Education.