Our researchers are exploring why some new runners keep on running while others stop. If you started running in January and have since stopped then we'd like to find out more via a one-off interview. If you can help please contact Alister on
"Small course sizes mean that you can work closely with the lecturers to help you get the best marks," - Postgraduate student Josh. What's it like to be a postgraduate student at Marjon? We asked our very own postgrad student Josh and he shared his
Look out for coaching lecturer Chris Smietanka (from 01:40) in this film about England U17 footballer Katie Robinson. Ten years ago Chris founded Plymouth Marjon Football Club. The club now has nearly 300 players and offers coaching opportunities to
Join us for TeachMeet, an event for primary school teachers, teaching assistants and other educators which is guaranteed to inspire and energise! The theme is wellbeing and the event is on 28 February 2019 and will be hosted by BBC Teach at Marjon.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make Open Day so great today - you were fantastic! (extra special thanks to Pip, the Chaplaincy dog!) Thank you also to our guests for coming along today, we hope you had a good time, and that you'll be back
Our staff, students and friends are invited to a Remembrance Day service at the University Chapel at 10.45am, to be followed by two minutes silence. 185 students from our founding colleges of St Mark and St John were killed in action during the
Well done to our Lecturer and Coach, Chris Smietanka, for winning Devon FA's Steve Betts Memorial Award for his contribution to grassroots football! The trophy is awarded to someone who has shown outstanding commitment to the development of
Fully funded places are available for Sept 2019 on our Postgraduate Diploma in Early Years with Initial Teacher Training. You can earn while you learn if you already work in Early Years OR bursaries may be available if you are new to Early Years.
Welcome to Dr Adrian Barton who brings a wealth of expertise in social welfare issues such as drug use and child protection to our criminology team. ️♂️ Find out more: bit.ly/32hKpRS
Go behind the scenes with journalism students and staff at the opening of our new broadcasting studio at the BBC campus in Plymouth. You can find out more about journalism at Marjon at our open day on Saturday 5 October. Register now bit.ly/2o4cRpN
♀️ Today the Marjon Student Union hosted a Women in Leadership Conference, with experts in industry sharing their experiences and tips for success. Labour Parliamentary Candidate Charlotte Holloway is pictured here; more pictures of other
Our researchers are exploring why some new runners keep on running while others stop after a few weeks. We’re looking for research participants aged 18+ years who were previously inactive and have recently taken up running (within the last month).
During fresher's week, we had over 225 signatures supporting the University to declare a climate emergency. We want you to have your say in what Marjon can do, so we're holding a Climate Emergency Forum, where you can have your say! Come along to
On #WorldPoetryDay we are proud to present 'College cleaner's vision', the second of two poetry collaborations by Marjon Arts students. Xena reads the poem and video production is by Dael. The inspiration for the poem is an old photo of Marjon
Welcome to Plymouth Argyle Ladies FC who started pre-season training this week at our state-of-the-art sports facilities. In a new partnership the team will train at Marjon and our sports students will work with players, creating custom physical
You saw them here first! This week was the first meet up of 2019-20 for students who were awarded Marjon Sport Performance Scholarships. Find out more: https://bit.ly/311EKNR
Calling Year 12 and 13 students... Join us for Journalism Taster Day from 09:00 to 15:00 on Thursday 5 December. You'll experience how we teach journalism at 'have-a-go' practical sessions and micro-lectures. We'll also take you to The Workshop, our
Our researchers are exploring the effects of encouragement from the crowd during long-distance running events. We are looking for research participants aged 18+ years who are running the Plymouth 10k 2019. Participants will be asked to attend an hour
⛔ This week we have been working with the Marjon Student Union on our #NeverOK campaign. As part of our week of activities, students and staff have: Learnt about behaviours that won't be tolerated at Marjon. Learnt how to report inappropriate
Linda Wilday and Emily Beaumont are semi-finalists in the Devon & Cornwall Venus Women Awards 2019. Linda, our Lead Technician, is nominated for the Inspirational Woman in STEMM Award. Emily, Director of Marjon Business School, is nominated for the
#MarjonGrad Graduation starts tomorrow, and everyone at Marjon is really excited to welcome back some familiar faces! As well as welcoming back our soon-to-be alumni, we're also looking forward to celebrating the achievements of our new
It's that time of year again! Jack, and his sidekick Frankie, joined our Forensic Investigation students at a fire event on campus today - they got lots of fuss and attention Find out more about studying Forensic Investigation at Marjon:
Congratulations to Hannah Smith on being selected to represent the GB age group British Triathlon team. Hannah, who trains with Tavi Tri Club, will compete at the Middle Distance Duathlon European Championships in 2020.
Plymouth Teaching School Alliance - PTSA led an 18 month project to improve listening, speaking and feedback skills across Plymouth’s classrooms. You can join PTSA and Gill Golder, our Director of Teacher Education and research lead on the project,
Plymouth Marjon University is delighted to announce the unveiling of our brand new lion statue, celebrating our long-held association with the African animal. The Marjon Lion aims to inspire and transform students' lives through its majestic posture
It’s #WorldTeachersDay on Saturday! If you are considering becoming a teacher come to our open day on Saturday to find out about teacher training. Register now: https://bit.ly/2o4cRpN
“When I was 17, I was diagnosed with OCD, Anxiety, and Separation Anxiety. I decided to get help, I had Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which really helped me to recognise and challenge my negative thought processes. Since being at University, my
'Small schools, big issue? Exploring the future for small schools in England' is a British Educational Research Association (BERA) conference for educational leaders, teachers and academics. It will be held at Marjon University Cornwall on 30 August
Our Health and Wellbeing Clinics have been cited in a new report which highlights the economic impact of Sport and Exercise Science courses at University. Lecturer Dr Saul Bloxham went to the Houses of Parliament to talk about the impact of our
"It was a fantastic way for me to learn that I know more than I thought... It was an experience that pushed all boundaries, but it definitely gave me more confidence." Over on the blog Rynette Hartmann, a Speech and Language Therapy student, tells
Excel in senior and strategic management roles with our MBA or Senior Leader MBA. These flexible courses enable you to study while you work. MBA - www.marjon.ac.uk/mba Senior Leader MBA - www.marjon.ac.uk/mba-sl
Do you want to know what recent funding announcements really mean for schools? Take a look beyond the headlines with Professor of Education, Tanya Ovenden-Hope, over on the Team Marjon blog https://bit.ly/35BU47q
How fast, strong, speed, powerful and agile are you? Young athletes (aged 12+) can find out with Project MVP at @Marjon Sport & Health Centre on Friday 7 June 2019. Project MVP, assisted by our students, will assess you using the very latest sport
Marjon offer an MA Education and MA Education Leadership in Cornwall for qualified teachers and education leaders. Drop into our Education Open Evening to meet the tutors and find out more. It’s at our site at The Old Cathedral School, Truro
Welcome to all our students moving in to campus today, and to all our students starting this week! It's the beginning of a new chapter, let's make it the best one yet
Last week our very own Tanya Ovenden-Hope, along with the University of Plymouth's Dr Rowena Passy, published a report on 'Educational Isolation' for some of the country's rural and coastal schools. Here's how BBC Spotlight covered the event Want to
Marjon student or alumni? Considering a career in teaching? Applied for an undergraduate or post-graduate route into teaching at Plymouth Marjon University or elsewhere? Did you know that you have to pass the professional skills tests in numeracy
We're celebrating 25 years of SLT at Marjon! This evening's celebration will include a Conferment of Honorary Degrees by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Robert Warner to President of RCSLT, Nick Hewer and CEO of RCSLT, Kamini Gadhok. Find out
Well done to our second year Acting students on a great performance of Cabaret Up Close. Find out more about training with Marjon Arts: BA (Hons) Acting - www.marjon.ac.uk/act BA (Hons) Musical Theatre - www.marjon.ac.uk/mt
Staff and students are invited to sign up for a climate event which is designed to establish achievable and ambitious targets for Marjon on energy, carbon, travel and more. Bring your ideas! Sign up TODAY at Freshers' Fair or email Matthew on