⏰ It's one year from the start of the first lockdown. All this week students will be reflecting on their experiences on the #TeamMarjon blog. The first piece is by Jack Horswell, a BA (Hons) Sports Journalism graduate, who shares his experiences
Are you considering postgraduate study? We offer postgraduate courses at our Plymouth campus and continuing professional development for education professionals at Marjon University Cornwall in Truro. We're also number 3 in the UK for overall
#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
Have you heard about Marjon Zero? We are passionate about the planet. Our ambition in everything we do is to improve lives for all, so we’re committed to doing our bit to protect against climate change and nature loss. Marjon Zero is an exciting
Calling all current students Did you know that you are able too apply for a Studiosity Boost? We will allocate additional usages of the system to those that apply - this is likely to be one, two or three additional usages. And, if this is not felt
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
Graduation update Class of 2020 and class of 2021. We know you’ve waited a long time for this. But graduation is finally coming. We’ll be holding graduation this October in the Plymouth Guildhall. Classes of 2020 and 2021 will be graduating
There was good news for Marjon when the results of the National Student Survey were released this week. It asks final year students at UK universities about their university experience. We were the no. 1 university in England for “learning
Another successful year for Marjon's Change Maker Project! ⭐ A huge well done to the student change makers for all of their hard work and success. Each Change Maker was assigned 50 hours paid work to plan, research and deliver their project,
Congratulations to Physical Education student, Angus Scotney who has recently returned from the International Surfing Association (ISA) World Surfing Games in EL Salvador, coaching the British surfing team. ♂️ Angus began surfing
A message from Lizzy Miller, Women’s Officer for Marjon Student Union, on International Women’s Day... In a particularly challenging year due to Covid-19, every person who identifies as a woman has been remarkable in their own unique way: from
We are delighted to announce that we are sponsoring the Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon, 10k and 5K taking place on Sunday 5th September 2021. ♂️ We have secured 20 FREE spaces for Marjon students and staff in each of the races so if you
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
You can now study with Marjon even if you’re on the other side of the world! We recently welcomed new students and returning alumni to our new MA Professional Education Practice. It is delivered 100% online. All you need to study is a computer or
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
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek is focusing on importance of nature. More than half of UK adults say that being close to nature improved their mental health. If things are feeling a bit too much, why not take a stroll to the pond and wood on campus
Tickets for a tenner Marjon students can book tickets for £10 (plus £2 booking fee) to see comedians Mark Watson on Thursday 14 October and Sean Walsh on Saturday 16 October at Marjon’s Quad Theatre in October. Mark Watson has appeared as a
Congratulations to Anna Gething, a Speech and Language Therapy graduate, on receiving a prestigious commendation for her outstanding dissertation on stammering. Anna explored the questions that speech and language therapists (SLTs) need to consider
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
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
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
Dear fellow Marjon students, Mental health awareness has taken great strides in the past decade, but there is still a long way to go. Talking about mental health is still stigmatized, with research finding that men are less likely to talk about it
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,
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
This poem, written by student Anna Wren, was one of the highlights of the recent Speech and Language Therapy Student Conference. We hope you enjoy it too! Two strangers in a room Two strangers in a room, I want so much for you to bloom. Where to
LGBTQ+ Pride month has been celebrated every year since 1969, when the Stonewall uprising took place. On 28 June 1969 there were a spontaneous series of demonstrations in response to a police raid at the Stonewall Inn and discrimination against
Let’s make sure Marjon students are counted in the census! The census is a unique once-in-a-decade survey run by Office for National Statistics. It informs decisions about student life, including the environment, healthcare, transport, and sports
At the beginning, I struggled with lockdown and the lack of routine. So, I created one. This includes replacing the gym with running and setting specific times to focus on academic work. My teaching placement has moved to a new start date, but I’m
#WeAreMarjon “I became a Change Maker because I wanted my voice to be heard. I did some research and saw one of the projects was around PHD life, which fitted in really well with some of the conversations I was having with other students and staff
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
#WeAreMarjon “‘BEd Boys’ has been a project I’ve wanted to implement since coming to uni. When I saw the Change Makers Project, I went for it and took my ideas forward. It's about ways to support men who are training as teachers. The main
#WeAreMarjon “I became a Change Maker because I wanted to leave Marjon with more than a degree: I wanted a legacy. I’ve always struggled with confidence and thought it would be a fantastic opportunity to work on that. Mental health has always
#WeAreMarjon “I’m so happy with the decision I made whilst applying through clearing. I applied for university around mid-august last year. At first, I completed my university applications for a different course but after going to interviews and
#WeAreMarjon "I think being awarded the Outstanding Postgraduate Researcher Award was the first time I’d ever felt truly proud of myself. Growing up around domestic abuse and addiction meant that school was one of the few safe and rewarding spaces
At Marjon, we’ve always been committed to the highest standards of teaching and learning and understand how important feeling part of our learning community is to us all. We know that’s why our students rank us so highly and you show such
- 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
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,
#WeAreMarjon ⚽ “It’s an unusual situation to be in. I get paid to watch football. I’m always professional about it but sometimes it doesn’t feel like work. I’m lucky. I’ve been interested in sport for as long as I can remember. It’s
#WeAreMarjon “Last year, in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, I was deeply saddened and outraged by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery amongst the many others who had suffered disruption to peace due to systemic