Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth Marjon University England’s top 2 uni for Teaching Quality (Good University Guide 2025) 🌟
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We're the university where you'll feel everyone knows your name, and everyone's got your back. But we have huge ambitions for you. If you join us, we'll help you to be your best. We put your success at the heart of everything we do. Small class size – You’ll speak up in class and find your voice here, while plenty of access to all the facilities will quickly get your practical skills on point. Personal teaching – Your lecturers are not just subject experts, they really know how to teach too. They’ll get to know you and how to support you, constantly listening so they can make things better. One big community – You’ll belong to a friendly community, one that feels like a big family. You’ll soon get to know people, that’s the beauty of a small university. You're going far. Enjoy the journey. Plymouth Marjon University is a trading name of the University of St Mark & St John.

More good news!🎉 We're proud to be the UK's No.1 university for first-generation students.At Plymouth Marjon University,...
29/09/2026

More good news!🎉 We're proud to be the UK's No.1 university for first-generation students.

At Plymouth Marjon University, we believe talent is everywhere and opportunity should be too.

The latest Daily Mail University Guide has recognised Marjon as the UK's leading university for first-generation students, reflecting our commitment to helping people from all backgrounds access higher education and achieve their ambitions.

More than three quarters of our students are the first in their immediate family to attend university. Through personalised support, a close-knit community and a focus on student success, we're helping to transform lives through education.

Professor Claire Taylor, Vice-Chancellor, said:
"We are incredibly proud to be recognised as the UK's number one university for first-generation students. This achievement reflects our commitment to ensuring that opportunity is not determined by background and our belief that education has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create a fairer society."

This recognition reflects the ambitions of our Marjon 2030 strategy, which places student success, social mobility, health and wellbeing, and community impact at the heart of everything we do.

A huge thank you to our students, graduates, staff and partners who make the Marjon community such a special place.

💙 Come and experience Marjon for yourself at our Open Day this Saturday!

Meet our students and lecturers, explore our campus and discover what makes the Marjon experience unique. Register on our website 📲

We can't wait to meet you at this Saturday's Open Day! ✨Choosing a university is about more than reading a prospectus or...
28/09/2026

We can't wait to meet you at this Saturday's Open Day! ✨

Choosing a university is about more than reading a prospectus or listening to a presentation. It's about finding somewhere that feels right.

This Saturday at Marjon Open Day, you'll have the chance to experience university life for yourself. Step inside our Open Classrooms, explore our specialist facilities, visit The Workshop and see where Journalism students create content, and get hands-on with our Open Labs.

If you're interested in Sport and Exercise Science or Football Science, you can take part in a guided course experience through our sports labs, discovering how you'll use each space throughout your degree.

Prospective students across a range of sport courses can also return later for Open Labs and chat with our specialist staff.

Whether you're interested in teaching, journalism, sport, health, business or the arts, there's something for everyone to explore.

Come and see. Come and ask questions. Come and imagine your future.

Book your place today on our website 🤳

28/09/2026

🎓 This Saturday, don't just visit a university. Experience it.

See inside The Workshop, explore Open Labs and Open Classrooms, meet the people behind your course and discover the spaces where you'll learn.
From interactive sports lab experiences for Sport and Exercise Science and Football Science applicants to opportunities across journalism, teaching and many more subjects, there's something for everyone at Marjon Open Day.

Book your place today 👇
https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/open-days/

Ever thought about a career in the NHS?Join us at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust for a Careers Showcase Event o...
25/09/2026

Ever thought about a career in the NHS?

Join us at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust for a Careers Showcase Event on Saturday 26 September and discover the huge range of opportunities available at UHP.

• Meet NHS professionals
• Explore career pathways
• Take part in behind-the-scenes tours
• Learn more about your local hospital

The event is free to attend but booking is required. Register to the event here: https://buytickets.at/universityhospitalsplymouthnhstrust/2225678

The event is being generously sponsored by Tamar Fresh whose support will help make the day accessible and engaging for young people, families and the wider community.

We are looking forward to the start of Graduation season! 🎓For the first time due to student numbers the Class of 2026 h...
21/09/2026

We are looking forward to the start of Graduation season! 🎓

For the first time due to student numbers the Class of 2026 have two graduations.

⏱️October's registration deadline is Friday 25 September

Check the website for details: https://lnkd.in/en39NH_v

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 👨‍🎓👩‍🎓👨‍🎓👩‍🎓

MORE GREAT NEWS: Plymouth Marjon named University of the Year for Social Inclusion🎉Plymouth Marjon University has been n...
18/09/2026

MORE GREAT NEWS: Plymouth Marjon named University of the Year for Social Inclusion🎉

Plymouth Marjon University has been named "University of the Year for Social Inclusion" in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027.

The award recognises Marjon's success in delivering its mission to end social inequity. Founded on the belief that life-changing education should be accessible to everyone, the University's social purpose drives its work with partners, communities and employers, transforming lives through education, research, civic engagement and place-based impact.

The award demonstrates Marjon's sector-leading commitment to unlocking potential regardless of postcode, age or access by widening opportunities to participate in Higher Education through authentic support and local high-quality provision.

The recognition reflects both the success of the University in supporting its students and graduates and of Marjon's contribution to enabling stronger, fairer communities.

Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Plymouth Marjon University Professor Claire Taylor said: “This is an accolade that recognises the strength of our academic vision, our commitment to excellence and our unwavering belief that opportunity and possibility should be available to all.

“Here at Marjon, we encourage a sense of community, a place to belong, a place to thrive, a place to contribute. We want people to be their very best when they are with us.”

Beyond its teaching and student support, Marjon's research focuses on place, social purpose and reducing inequality. The University develops evidence to inform policy and practice in social inclusion.

Professor Tanya Ovenden-Hope, Dean of Place and Social Purpose said: “This award recognises the reach of Marjon’s commitment to place and social purpose. Regionally, from Plymouth to Truro, and the many communities we serve through our partners nationally and internationally, we work alongside people to understand local challenges, widen opportunity and create meaningful, lasting change. By connecting inclusive education with purposeful research and civic action, Marjon helps individuals and communities realise their potential."

Marjon's students experience is inclusive from first enquiry to alumni, the university embedding into its practices that education should be accessible to all.

Kerry Kellaway Director of Student Services said: "At Marjon, we want every student to feel known and valued. Inclusion is embedded across the university, helping students from all backgrounds access the support, opportunities and confidence they need to thrive.”

Plymouth Marjon has a longstanding commitment to providing opportunities for learners from under-represented backgrounds, alongside sector-leading wellbeing support, inclusive practices and strong employability outcomes, helping students to access higher education and to succeed within it and beyond.

The award highlights the University’s sustained commitment to creating the conditions that transform lives - highly capable and committed graduates from diverse backgrounds and staff that are dedicated to supporting them.

Welcome Week schedule is HERE! We are so excited about this year’s line up of events🎉🤩Take a look through, plan your wee...
17/09/2026

Welcome Week schedule is HERE!

We are so excited about this year’s line up of events🎉🤩

Take a look through, plan your week, and don’t forget to buy your freshers wristbands! https://shorturl.at/NWz9C

Top tip: get to as MUCH as you can! It’s a great way to meet new people, get involved in University life straight off the bat, and make some great friends while finding common interests😍

See you there!🫡

15/09/2026

Been busy writing your personal statement and want to visit before you apply? Find out why Marjon is the right fit for you!📚🎓

Come and join us for our next Open Day - Saturday 3rd October 2026.

Book your place today, link in our bio🔗

15/09/2026

NEWS: From Atlantic rower to University Chancellor: Plymouth-born adventurer returns to inspire the next generation 🎉

Few people embody the spirit of possibility and adventure quite like Debra Searle MVO MBE, entrepreneur, adventurer, and motivational speaker. The Plymouth-born trailblazer who rowed solo across the Atlantic will help chart the next chapter in Marjon's story when she succeeds former Chancellor Rt Rev. Nick McKinnel this autumn.

An adventurer whose achievements have taken her from the Atlantic Ocean to royal recognition, Debra brings an inspiring blend of resilience, enterprise, and optimism, to the role of Chancellor.

University Vice-Chancellor Professor Claire Taylor says: "Debra has spent her life showing what is possible when determination, optimism and courage meet opportunity.

“At a time when Marjon is growing in confidence and ambition, we wanted a Chancellor whose story reflects the transformative journeys our students undertake every day. Debra brings energy, inspiration, and a belief that extraordinary achievements can come from unexpected beginnings."

Debra Searle says: “I am delighted to be joining the Marjon community and helping inspire the next generation to realise what they are capable of achieving. I meet so many young people who've already decided what they're not capable of, before they've even tried. If I can play even a small part in helping them test that belief, the way I’ve had to test mine, on expeditions, in boardrooms, and on big stages around the world, then I'll have done my job.”

Born in Plymouth and raised in Devon, Debra's connection to the region runs deep. Her love of the outdoors and adventure was shaped on Dartmoor, and today she continues to serve the local community as a RNLI Lifeboat crew member in Plymouth. She is a regular on campus, having used the theatre, sports, and physiotherapy facilities for almost 20 years and describes this role as, “feeling less like joining a new institution and more like coming home.”

Training as an educator, Searle went on to spend a decade as a Trustee of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, working alongside HRH Prince Philip and HRH Prince Edward to help thousands of young people build resilience.

Her expeditions have taken her around Antarctica, up to the Arctic Circle, and everywhere in between. She has also launched five companies, is a published author, has presented over 40 programmes for the BBC, and is a trusted corporate speaker. Now, the movie of Debra’s story of rowing solo across the Atlantic after her ex-husband was rescued is in development in Hollywood.

Across every stage of her career, Debra Searle has embodied many of the values that define Marjon today: ambition without barriers, opportunity for all, and the confidence to embrace new possibilities while staying true to its roots.

Already an Honorary Graduate of the University, Debra's appointment as Chancellor marks the next chapter in her long-standing connection with Marjon. Debra will be formally installed as Chancellor during Marjon's Graduation ceremonies in October.

A new SEND school is coming to Plymouth Marjon 🎉We're pleased to share that a new specialist school for children and you...
07/09/2026

A new SEND school is coming to Plymouth Marjon 🎉

We're pleased to share that a new specialist school for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) will be opening on the Plymouth Marjon University campus in Derriford.

The Studio School building will become home to Elementa Education Group's new provision, helping to meet growing demand for specialist education and support across Plymouth and Devon.

At Marjon, we're passionate about creating opportunities for everyone to thrive, and we're proud to support a project that will provide tailored learning, wellbeing support, and future-focused opportunities for young people who need them most.

Professor Claire Taylor, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Plymouth Marjon University, said:

"We believe in high-quality, inclusive education and wellbeing support for all. We're delighted to welcome Elementa to campus and to support additional opportunities for local families and young people."

The new school will provide alternative provision and specialist SEND education for pupils in Years 6 to 11, with a focus on personalised learning, confidence building, employability, and helping students discover their strengths and ambitions.

There's also a special Marjon connection behind the partnership. Elementa Group CEO Sarah Morrison is a Marjon graduate, returning to work alongside the university 25 years after beginning her own Marjon journey.

As well as supporting local young people and families, the partnership will create opportunities to engage with the wider university community, including students interested in education, psychology, health, wellbeing, and inclusive practice.

We're looking forward to welcoming the Elementa team to campus and seeing the building begin supporting young people this September.

📰Learn more on the news section of the Marjon website.

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