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Small university.
  Big heart.

UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2022
Small university. Big heart - UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2022
We’ve been changing lives for 180 years.
We’re the university that cares.
And you’re invited.

  Marjon does care about each person, and you’re not just a
  number. You’re an individual that everyone gets to know.
  Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management

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Find your perfect course                                                          It’s important to choose a course you’re actually interested in.
                                                                                      You must have a real passion for the course!
                                                                                      Georgia, Forensic Investigation

    Course listing                                                    48-129    Teacher Training                                                                     88
                                                                                ƒ Routes into teaching                                                               90
                                                                                ƒ Physical Education in Secondary Education (with QTS) BEd (Hons)                    92
    Arts & Culture                                                        48    ƒ Primary Education (with QTS) BEd (Hons)                                            94
    ƒ Acting BA (Hons)                                                    50    ƒ Primary Education - Early Years (with QTS) BEd (Hons)                              95
    ƒ English BA (Hons)                                                   52    ƒ Science and Mathematics in Secondary Education BEd (Hons)                          96
    ƒ Journalism / Journalism (Sport) BA (Hons)                         54-55
    ƒ Journalism with Photography BA (Hons)                               56    Health & Wellbeing                                                                   98
    ƒ Liberal Arts BA (Hons)                                              58    ƒ Health & Wellbeing Practitioner BSc (Hons)                                        100
    ƒ Musical Theatre BA (Hons)                                           59    ƒ Osteopathic Medicine Master of Osteopathic                                        102
                                                                                  Medicine (MOst) - Integrated Masters
    Social Sciences & Humanities                                          60    ƒ Psychology BSc (Hons)                                                             103
    ƒ Criminology BA (Hons)                                               62    ƒ Psychotherapy and Counselling BSc (Hons)                                          104
    ƒ Criminology with Psychology BSc (Hons)                              63    ƒ Speech and Language Therapy BSc (Hons)                                       106-107
    ƒ English Language and Communication BSc (Hons)                       64    ƒ Sport & Exercise Psychology BSc (Hons)                                            108
    ƒ Forensic Investigation BSc (Hons)                                   66    ƒ Sport Rehabilitation and Conditioning BSc (Hons)                                  109
    ƒ History BA (Hons)                                                   67    ƒ Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)                                                         111

    Business                                                              68    Sport, Physical Education & Coaching                                               112
    ƒ Business BSc (Hons)                                                 70    ƒ Which sport course is right for you?                                              114
    ƒ Leadership and Management for Business BA (Hons)                    71    ƒ Football Coaching and Development BA (Hons)                                       116
                                                                                ƒ Football Science BSc (Hons)                                                       118
    Education, Communities & Children                                     72    ƒ Football Science with Professional Practice Year BSc (Hons)                       118
    ƒ Early Childhood Studies BA (Hons)                                   74    ƒ Physical Education (non QTS) BA (Hons)                                            120
    ƒ Early Years / Teaching and Learning FdA                           76-77   ƒ Physical Education with Dance BA (Hons)                                           122
    ƒ Education and Management BA (Hons)                                  78    ƒ Sport Business Management BSc (Hons)                                              123
    ƒ Outdoor Adventure Education BA (Hons)                               80    ƒ Sport Coaching and Physical Education BA (Hons)                                   125
    ƒ Outdoor Learning in Early Years & Primary Education BA (Hons)       82    ƒ Sport Development and Coaching FdA                                                126
    ƒ Primary Education BA (Hons)                                         83    ƒ Sport Development and Coaching BA (Hons)                                          127
    ƒ Psychology and Education BSc (Hons)                                 85    ƒ Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons)                                        128-129
    ƒ Special Educational Needs & Disability Studies BA (Hons)            86
    ƒ Youth and Community Work BA (Hons)                                  87
                                                                                 See page 150-151 for Index

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Our students say it best                                                                                          Dear all,
                                                                                                                      I’m Rob, the Vice-Chancellor of the University.

                                                                                                                      Choosing your university may be one of the biggest decisions of
                                                                                                                      your life so far. And we recognise that choosing a university right
                                                                                                                      now has many challenges. You’ll want to find a University that’s
    Our students and graduates will be your guide                                                                     right for you, and each of you will have differing priorities: perhaps
    throughout this prospectus.                                                                                       it’s about finding a place you can really be yourself, where you can
                                                                                                                      be part of great clubs and societies, study hard, meet friends for
    We’ve asked them to tell you about Marjon in their own words.                                                     life, and prepare yourself for your graduate career.

                                                                                                                      The last year has taught us all to be ready for uncertainty, but I
                                                                                                                      want to personally reassure you about some certainties at Marjon.

                                                                                                                         We’ll welcome you in. You’ll be part of a close-knit, caring
                                                                                                                         community. Our students call it the Marjon family. You’ll be
                                                                                                                         able to genuinely connect with your lecturers and course
                                                                                                                         mates, because we are a university on a human scale.
             Lydia                               Joseph                       Laura
                                                                     Strength and Conditioning                           We’ll listen to you. We are not only genuinely friendly but also
     Osteopathic Medicine              Outdoor Adventure Education
                                                                                                                         proactive and supportive; what matters to you matters to us.
                                                                                                                         We actively listen and work with students to make constant
                                                                                                                         improvements to your life with Marjon.

                                                                                                                         We’ll help you succeed. Whatever your dream - to be offered
                                                                                                                         your perfect job, to work abroad or to start your own business
                                                                                                                         – you’ll find expert staff to help you, both while you study and
             Cully                               Georgia                      Lynn                                       after you graduate.
    Sports Development with                Forensic Investigation    Special Educational Needs   Marjon is almost
                                                                                                                      I think Marjon is a wonderful community to be part of. I’m
      Sports Management                                                and Disability Studies    like a big family    confident that as you explore, you’ll discover why so many
                                                                                                 and everyone         students love being a part of the Marjon family. We’re the small
                                                                                                 knows everybody.     university, with a big heart.
                                                                                                 Lydia, Osteopathic
                                                                                                 Medicine             Good luck as you embark upon such an important life phase.
                                                                                                                      We’re with you all the way.

            Lauren                                Laura                        Jack
      Outdoor Adventure                Outdoor Adventure Education   Journalism graduate 2020
    Education graduate 2020,
      President of Marjon
         Student Union                                                                                                Professor Robert Warner

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Choose a university
       that cares                                        No. 1 in England
                                                      for student satisfaction

                                                                                   We don’t know what life will bring us in              We’ve always followed the same principles:
                                                                                   2022, but we do know we’ll always treat               always fair, always listening and responding,
                                                                                                                                         always focused on your success. So in 2020:
                                                                                   you right. Because we always have.
                                                                                                                                         ✓ We quickly refunded rent when students
                                                                                   In 1840, we welcomed students from the local            couldn’t live in their accommodation.
                                                                                   workhouse to train as teachers, shocking the
                                                                                                                                         ✓ We created a ‘safety net’ assessment policy
                                                                                   politicians of the time. Our founders knew it was
                                                                                                                                           to ensure students’ work wasn’t
       If you’re choosing a university, you’ll know you can’t be certain about     the right thing to do.
                                                                                                                                           disadvantaged by the pandemic.
       everything.                                                                 After the wars, some student soldiers came            ✓ We created a hybrid learning style to enable
                                                                                   home to discover they couldn’t study at their           high quality, relationship-based learning even
       But you should be confident about how you’ll be treated.
                                                                                   former universities due to their injuries. Marjon       if students couldn’t come to campus.
       Marjon is small, which means we get to you know, and we put you first.      welcomed them in.
                                                                                                                                         ✓ We supported isolating students with
                                                                                   And in the 1950s, some men’s colleges couldn’t          emergency food boxes, hot food deliveries to
                                                                                   even imagine appointing a female tutor. Marjon          their door, outside exercise and phonecalls to
                                                                                   did it.                                                 check their wellbeing.

     We’ll                                We’ll                          We’ll
           e                                                            help you
    welcom                              listen to
     you in                                you                          succeed
                                                                                       No. 1 in England                         No. 6 in UK                        No. 7 in UK
                                                                                    for student satisfaction              for university facilities          for courses & lecturers

                                                                                    The Complete University Guide        WhatUni Student Choice Awards      WhatUni Student Choice Awards
                                                                                               2021                          published June 2020                published June 2020

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My advice is to use your
                                                                 Personal Development Tutor                                  Personal Development Tutors.
                                                                 Your Personal Development Tutor will meet with              They all want you to do well.
                                                                 you individually and in groups, to help you with            Lynn, Special Educational Needs
                                                                 anything from getting the most from course                  and Disability Studies
                                                                 work and placements, to developing your
                                                                 strengths.
                                                                                                                      Online learning
                                                                 Acquire, Improve, Master (AIM)                       You’ll have an online learning platform to help
                                                                 These free sessions are incredibly popular and       you to prepare for your taught sessions and to
                                                                 are run through the library and Digital Innovation   review them afterwards. Most sessions are
                                                                 team. They cover areas such as critical thinking,    recorded, so you can replay them afterwards.
                                                                 academic writing, organising information, and        You’ll find all the course specific materials you
                                                                 dissertation masterclasses.                          need here.

                                                                 Support for those with specific                      Library and information team

    Helping you 				                                             learning difficulties                                University level study means a lot of
                                                                 A surprising number of students only get             independent study time. Our library team will
                                                                 diagnosed with a specific learning difficulty such   teach you how to find and use information. The
                                                                 as dyslexia or dyspraxia when they arrive at         library is also a great space for quiet work or

    academically
                                                                 Marjon. If you have a diagnosis, we offer regular    group work, with spectacular views of Plymouth
                                                                 one-on-one support sessions to help you get          to inspire you.
                                                                 the most from your learning, and we share
                                                                 different approaches and techniques to help you
                                                                 to prove what you’re capable of.

                                                                        When you first start, someone
    If you’re nervous about studying at University level,               gets assigned to you as your
    don’t worry. We’re there to help you.                               tutor. You can always book a
                                                                        meeting even if it’s got nothing
                                                                        to do with academic work.
          My tutor read my personal statement and                       They’re always happy to have
          emailed me straight away, so it was nice                      a chat and just help you out as
          because I’ve been in contact with her from                    and when you need it.
          the moment I applied through to final year.
                                                                        Cully, Sports Development with
          Laura, Strength and Conditioning                              Sports Management

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Open spaces,
     fresh air

     Our campus is a breath of fresh air. There are
     green spaces, woodland ponds, deckchairs, a gym
     and pool, and amazing views over Plymouth and                I like how there’s always something happening
     the sea. There’s a theatre, bar and loads of places          on campus. Because it’s all so close by you feel
     to relax and catch up with friends.                          connected, there’s a sense of community that
                                                                  you’re all there together.
     It’s a good place to be.
                                                                  Joseph, Outdoor Adventure Education

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What’s your happy
     place on campus?                                                                         Middle floor of the library! Gotta
                                                                                              love it, you get the sunlight
                                                                                              streaming through it, I even
                                                                                              fell asleep there once. And
                                                                                              beautiful views.
                                                          Barjon – it’s nice and sociable     Joseph, Outdoor Adventure
                                                          but you can sit there quietly in    Education

                                                          the day and just do your work.
                                                          Cully, Sports Development with
                                                          Sports Management

                                                                                                                                               My favourite place is the
                                                                                                                                               bottom rugby field. In first year
                                                                                                                                               I used to go walking at night,
                                                                                                                                               if you stand there and look up
                                                                                                                                               you can see loads and loads of
       Definitely the swimming pool                                                                                                            stars. Meeting a load of deer
       and the climbing wall! It’s nice                                                                                                        on there was not so fun!
       to have everything you need                                                                                                             Lydia, Osteopathic Medicine
       right there on campus.
       Lauren, Student Union President
                                                                                              The
                                                                                              Grandstand
                                                                          I love the          café, it’s
                                                                          wooded area,        quieter than
                                                                          it’s really nice    the canteen
                                                                          and relaxing,       but you can get
                                                                          there’s a little    food and
                                                                          stream running      coffee and do
                                                                          through.            your work.
                                                                                              Laura M,
                                                                          Georgia, Forensic
                                                                                              Strength and
                                                                          Investigation
                                                                                              Conditioning

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Esther
                                                                                                              Welcome Team manager

                                                                                         We have a team of ten students on the Welcome Team, and our aim is to
                                                                                         help others. Whether that’s by helping you find your way around, handing
                                                                                         you the pile of parcels you’ve been waiting for, or offering you a friendly
                                                                                         face and a moment of calm on your way into campus.

                                                                                         I’m always impressed by customer service that leaves me smiling and
                                                                                         feeling valued. This, to me, is what it’s all about. We can’t resolve every
                                                                                         issue, though we do try. One thing we can always do, is make people smile.

                                                                                         I’ve felt so welcomed to the Marjon community. If I can make anyone else
                                                                                         feel as appreciated and valued as I’ve been, then it can only be a
                                                                                         wonderful thing.

                                                                                         Esther Tonna-Morgan

      Chaplaincy is my happy place. If you want quiet time, you can just sit and
      reflect. It’s serene and quiet, you can sit and have your lunch and a cup of tea
      and there’s always someone to talk to.
      Lynn, Special Educational Needs and Disability Studies

                                                                                                                  WE ARE MARJON

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Accommodation
                  Our on-site accommodation makes university life                                                          All students are able to apply for campus
                  easy. There’s a 24/7 games room and cinema, a              I live in halls, you leave your               accommodation. For first year students we can
                  theatre and a bar and the arts café, along with the        building and you know                         guarantee you either a room on campus or in
                                                                                                                           off-site University-approved accommodation.
                  sport centre, for life outside study.                      everyone you meet. It is a
                                                                                                                           Benefits of living on campus are:
                                                                             sense of community because
                  Your room, your lecture theatre, your lunch and the        you know your neighbours.                     ƒ A safe environment with 24/7 on-campus
                  pool are all together on the same site, meaning you                                                        support through duty staff and resident
                                                                             Georgia, Forensic Investigation                 student assistants.
                  spend more time doing the things that count, and less
                                                                                                                           ƒ Owned and managed by the University, so no
                  time commuting.                                                                                            surprise fees.
                                                                                                                           ƒ Bills and broadband are included (and
                                                                                                                             broadband support).
                                                                                                                           ƒ Contents insurance included.
                                                                                                                           ƒ Paid for 42 weeks a year with a 10 week gap
                         Everything’s there – you don’t have to figure out
                                                                                                                             from mid-July to September.
                         travel times. You need to leave just before your
                                                                                                                           ƒ For first years on campus, buying a Dining in
                         lecture because it’s only a two-minute walk.                                                        Card is obligatory which gives you around
                         Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management                                                    £19.50 per week to spend on campus food
                                                                                                                             (shop, canteen or Grandstand café). This
                                                                                                                             means you’ll keep eating even if you’ve spent
                                                                                                                             all your money elsewhere!

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What are the costs?
                                                                                          To help you plan, these are the costs for our accommodation in 2020-21.
                                                                                          Rental costs will increase annually.

                                                                                           Name                 Type        Cost in   Flat size      Number         Typical          Gender
                                                                                                                            2020                     of flats       ablutions        mix
                                                                                                                En-suite    £116      5 rooms        12 flats       Individual       Mixed
                                                                                                                room                  with shared
                                                                                           Coleridge Hall                             kitchen/
                                                                                           Kay-Shuttleworth                           diner
                                                                                           Hall                 Standard    £100      6 rooms        6 flats        3 showers or     Single sex
                                                                                           Tufnell Hall         room                  with shared                   bathrooms
                                                                                                                                      kitchen/                      and 3 toilets
                                                                                                                                      diner                         per flat

                                                                                                                Wheel-      £116      6 rooms        2 flats        Individual in    Mixed
                                                                                                                chair                 with shared                   wheelchair
      The Village – most of the time it’s a lot more chilled, a bit more grown-up, it’s
                                                                                                                access                kitchen/                      access room +
      good for people who’ve taken a year or two out. You can all cook together, it                                                   diner                         2 bathrooms
      feels more like a family home..                                                                                                                               and 2 toilets
                                                                                           Dix Hall
      Georgia, Forensic Investigation                                                                           Standard    £100      6 rooms        4 flats        3 bathrooms
                                                                                                                room                  with shared                   and 3 toilets
                                                                                                                                      kitchen/
                                                                                                                                      diner

                                                                                                                Standard    £100      9 rooms        18 flats       3 showers        Single sex
                                                                                           Cromwell Hall
                                                                                                                room                  with shared                   and 2 toilets
                                                                                           Hudson Hall                                kitchen/
                                                                                                                                      diner
                                                                                           Clark Hall

                                                                                                                 Small or   £96-      3, 4 and 5     12 x 5 bed                      Mixed
                                                                                                                                                                    1 or 2
                                                                                                                 single     £106      bed houses     houses
                                                                                           Houses in the                                                            bathrooms
                                                                                           student village       room                                24 x 4 beds    with 2 toilets
                                                                                                                                                                    per house
                                                                                                                                                     2 x 3 beds

                                                                                          Apply at: marjon.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation

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Charlie
                                                                                                              Vice-President of Marjon LGBTQ+ Society

     What are the other options?
                                                                                                     I came out as transgender in college and Marjon was the first place I was
     If you live locally you may decide to stay at home, and many students find                      openly out without judgement. I decided to join the LGBTQ+ society when I
     this can save them money.                                                                       was in a low place and have since made new friends and been able to
                                                                                                     connect with the LGBTQ+ community at Marjon.
     If you do want to live in Plymouth here are some factors to consider
                                                                                                     To stay connected is more important than ever during these times and we
     when choosing accommodation or comparing us to other universities.
                                                                                                     must remember that some students will have to hide their identities at
                                                                                                     home. Luckily for me, my family are very accepting of my identity.
                               On campus         Private landlord in        Purpose built student
                                                 house in Plymouth          apartments in Plymouth   To me, Pride is a reminder. I’m privileged to live in a time where I can be
                                                                                                     open about my gender identity. My hope is that our small society continues
      Cost                     £-££              £                          £££
                                                                                                     to grow, to provide a place where anyone can be accepted for who they are
      Commute                  No                Yes - easy bus ride        Yes - easy bus ride      and see themselves represented at Marjon.
      Utility bills included   Yes -             Normally but can be        Yes - usually
                               unlimited         limited                                             Charlie Mudd
      Broadband included       Yes               No (rarely)                Yes - usually
      Gym on site              Yes               No                         No - not usually
      Security on site         Yes               No                         Sometimes
      Maintenance on site      Yes               No                         Sometimes
      Library on site          Yes               No                         No
      Food on site             Yes               No - but close by          No - but close by
      Committed to how         42 weeks          Varies                     Varies                                            WE ARE MARJON
      many weeks/year?
      Lie-in for 9am lecture   YES!              No                         No

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Plymouth
                       Explorers have set out from Plymouth for
                       hundreds of years.

                       There are more than 50 Plymouths in the
                       world, but only one original.

                                                                  Our campus has far reaching views, with Dartmoor
                                                                  behind us and Plymouth and the open ocean before us.

                                                                  “Britain’s Ocean City” is a place of adventure and
                                                                  exploration. It’s the perfect place to live, study and try
                                                                  new things.

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It’s nice having the variety – you’ve got the city centre, you’ve got Dartmoor   I like the whole of the moors, I love driving up towards Princetown, Sheepstor,
      and you’ve got beaches. And all three are on your doorstep.                      Holsworthy Tor, Burrator.
      Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management                                 Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management

                                                                                       Royal William Yard is really pretty, nice food places all around, very tranquil,
                                                                                       next to the water. A great place to visit if you’re new to Plymouth.
                                                                                       Georgia, Forensic Investigation

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Becky
                                                                                                                Coronavirus Support Team
                                                                                                           3rd Year Outdoor Adventure Education

      I like Bircham Valley nature reserve just over the road, through the woods. It’s
      really peaceful and calm, there’s a load of deer there, squirrels, wildlife, it feels
      quite isolated even though you’re in a city.
                                                                                              I joined the Coronavirus Wellbeing Team so that I could help students who
      Joseph, Outdoor Adventure Education                                                     are isolating. We call them to check on them, and help them get outside for
                                                                                              exercise and fresh air. It’s been so rewarding knowing that I’m helping
                                                                                              those that could be struggling. I’m also Resident Student Assistant, our job
                                                                                              is to support those living on campus, so I know what it means to care for
                                                                                              students.
      Central Park’s quite good, you can walk, you’ve got mini golf and foot golf, and
      you can walk into town afterwards.                                                      I had to isolate back in October, so I know it’s hard. The university were so
                                                                                              good to my flat, and I wanted to offer the same to others. We let them
      Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management
                                                                                              know they can get through this. Sometimes a chat is all you need to lift
                                                                                              your mood.

                                                                                              I chose to do this so I could give something back. Marjon has always been a
                                                                                              supportive place and I couldn’t imagine being at any other university.

                                                                                              Becky Barber

                                                                                                                        WE ARE MARJON

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Helping you
     outside your studies
                                                                               Disability Inclusion and Advice
                                                                               Service
       Student Support is phenomenal. They’ve helped me all the way through.
                                                                               We support students with physical disabilities,
       Lynn, Special Educational Needs and Disability Studies                  mental ill health, or specific learning difficulties
                                                                               such as dyslexia and dyspraxia. Eligible students
                                                                               meet their support tutor on a weekly basis
                                                                               throughout their whole time at University.

                                                                               Counselling                                            Wellbeing appointments
                                                                               Our counselling service is confidential, and can       We hold daily drop-ins where we will assess what
                                                                               be booked directly by students. Students have          sort of support you need and ensure that you
                                                                               up to six sessions which can support them back         get the right sort of help.
                                                                               on their feet, or help them to manage until they
                                                                               can get NHS support.                                   Student Life Officers
                                                                                                                                      Our Student Life Officers cover around the clock
                                                                               Funding support
                                                                                                                                      to ensure that students living on campus have a
                                                                               We will support you with budgeting, maximising         support network. A team of Resident Student
                                                                               your student funding, and resolving funding            Assistants help them so that any resident
                                                                               concerns, and can also help with loans or grants       student knows who to call on when needed.
                                                                               from our hardship fund.                                Between them, they organise social activities as
                                                                                                                                      well.

                                                                                                                                      Chaplaincy
                                                                                                                                      Our Chaplains are the heart of the University -
                                                                                                                                      there for students in good times and in bad.
                                                                                                                                      They won’t judge, but will listen, and help, and be
                                                                                                                                      a calming presence in those moments when you
                                                                                                                                      might need it.

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Helping you through
     extraordinary times
     When the future is hard to predict, it helps to learn
     from the past.
     Here’s what our students have said about the last year; learning
     during a pandemic.

        We hit lockdown as we were finishing                 All the lecturers have been really
        our dissertations. It was hard not to                supportive, which we really needed
        be on campus but our lecturers gave                  in the first lockdown. They gave us
                                                                                                             It’s still been very hands on for us.              I have a mentor in student support.
        us so much help to finish.                           time to adapt to changes.
                                                                                                             They’ve managed to make all the                    I know she’s there when I need
        Jack, Journalism graduate 2020                       Cully, Sports Development with                  labs safe – Marjon has definitely                  her. She’s been emailing me in
                                                             Sports Management
                                                                                                             adapted to make sure we can get                    lockdown and I know if I do ever
                                                                                                             the best out of the learning.                      need something, someone is there
                                                                                                             Georgia, Forensic Investigation                    to help me.
        A couple of our lecturers did
                                                                                                                                                                Laura, Strength and Conditioning
        pre-recorded content and then
        we did two hour live sessions on it                  Our course lead has an hour set aside
        afterwards. We all found we were                     each week for each year group to
        doing really well because we could                   feed back anything about the course             In third and fourth year we do a lot
        do the content in our own time and                   at all, it’s been really helpful for clinics.   of clinical placements. There’s been               We have to give feedback every
        at our own pace. We passed that on                   They’re always there, even though               so much time and resource into                     week on our course, and my
        to other lecturers that we thought                   they still work in the profession, we’ve        making sure our placements run                     lecturer addresses it before she
        that worked really well for us, and so               had a lot of contact and he’ll tell us          really safely. That’s been one of the              starts the next lecture, so it always
        they did the same.                                   the following week what changes                 biggest things – everything’s been                 feels like we have a say on how
                                                             have been made for us.                          done to not let that suffer.                       we’re learning.
        Cully, Sports Development with
        Sports Management                                    Lydia, Osteopathic Medicine                     Lydia, Osteopathic Medicine                        Georgia, Forensic Investigation

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Helping you
     stay active
                                                                                                                                                         Photo by: Sara Jane Vanstone

     Sport and Health Centre
     This is for everyone. Keeping your body fit and well is a critical part                                                               If you live on campus, the
     of being healthy for study, and we highly recommend you take              Sports teams                                                gym’s only a two minute walk.
     advantage of having a world class centre on site. There’s a gym,          We have a range of levels of sports teams, with
                                                                                                                                           Laura, Strength and Conditioning
     pool, sport therapy clinic, tennis courts and many classes.               some training hard and others taking a more
                                                                               relaxed approach. Whatever your level, if you
                                                                               want to be part of a team, you’ll be welcomed.
                                                                                                                                    Opportunities for students
                                                                               Some teams play every week, travelling the
                                                                               country to play other university teams. And          ✓ Health clinics onsite such as Sports Therapy.
                                                                               most Wednesday afternoons, we host teams             ✓ Community sports coaching onsite.
                                                                               from other universities on our campus, so            ✓ Work in the Sport and Health Centre.
                                                                               everyone can come and cheer our teams on.            ✓ Get experience with professional clubs and
                                                                               We have hockey, football, rugby and lacrosse         ✓ organisations through our partnerships.
                                                                               pitches.

                                                                               The Marjon Sports Federation supports our            If you’re on a sport-based course, there are even
                                                                               teams to play against other universities, and        more facilities for your studies behind the
                                                                               each year we compete against University of           scenes. Visit: marjon.ac.uk/virtual-tour
                                                                               Plymouth in a Varsity festival. Our Captains of
                                                                               sports teams play a critical role, working closely
                                                                               with the Sports Federation on training,
                                                                               inclusivity, and student engagement in sport.
                                                                                                                                           The range of sports teams and
                                                                               Sport Scholarships                                          clubs is great, and if you get the
                                                                               If you play to a high standard, you could be
                                                                                                                                           numbers you can start your
                                                                               eligible for a sport scholarship. You could be              own club.
                                                                               awarded a cash bursary, free sport therapy and              Jack, Journalism graduate 2020
                                                                               sport centre membership, or other benefits. You
                                                                               can find out more on pages 140-141.

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Helping you                                                                                 We encourage many ways to get involved.

                                                                                                 ✓ Join a club or society.
                                                                                                 ✓ Set up your own club or society (we’ll help you).
                                                                                                                                                                           Really go to as

     to get involved
                                                                                                                                                                           many events as you
                                                                                                 ✓ Complete a placement in a relevant industry.                            can. Don’t exhaust
                                                                                                 ✓ Get a leadership position in a club or society, help to fundraise       yourself, but throw
                                                                                                   for it, or organise an event.                                           yourself in it a bit –
                                                                                                 ✓ Get a job as a Student Ambassador, or apply to be a Resident 		         the more people you
                                                                                                   Student Assistant, helping other students.
                                                                         Top 5                   ✓ Become a Course Representative, working with members of
                                                                                                                                                                           meet, the more likely
                                                                                                                                                                           you will meet people
                                                                        university                 academic staff to improve the course experience.
                                                                                                                                                                           who are like-minded.
                                                                         in the UK               ✓ Sit on one of many possible committees or boards, providing 		          Getting those early
     Because we’re small, we are a friendly environment in                                         representation right at the top of the University.
                                                                     for student voice                                                                                     connections is really
     which everyone can prove their leadership capabilities.                                     ✓ Study or volunteer abroad.
                                                                                                                                                                           important.
                                                                                                 ✓ Run to be a Student Union Officer. Elections are in March.
     We firmly believe in your potential, and we’ll help you      National Student Survey 2020                                                                             Joseph, Outdoor
                                                                                                 ✓ Attend free IT training sessions to develop your work-
     to prove it to the world.                                                                                                                                             Adventure Education
                                                                                                   readiness.
                                                                                                 ✓ Enter the annual Innovation Challenge.
                                                                                                 ✓ Apply to be the Student Speaker at your Graduation.

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These are some of our student roles. Other current roles include
                                                                       Student IT support advisors, Library Assistants, Laboratory Assistants,
                                                                                   and Student Support and Wellbeing Assistants.

                                                                   Student Ambassador                Marjon Change Maker              Social Media Champion
                                                                  I work a variety of events from    I am running a project to find     I work together with the
                                                                  summer schools to open days,      out more about improving the         Marketing team to take
                                                                      doing so around all my           student experience during      photographs, write copy and
                                                                    university studies and extra        covid. I’m gaining project     make films to promote uni
                                                                        curricular activities.      management experience and         events and student success.

     Working during
                                                                    Beth, Sport Coaching and             making a difference for         Sara-Jane, Journalism
                                                                       Physical Education                        students.
                                                                                                           Jade, Business

     your degree
                                                                      Resident Student               Test Centre Assistant                  Welcome Desk
                                                                         Assistant                   I help students and staff get           Ambassador
                                                                     I really enjoy working with    tested, talk them through the         I work on the front desk,
     At Marjon, we offer as much work to students as we                                                process and help them to
                                                                   students and am passionate                                          welcoming staff and students
     can. This helps you financially and gives you                about their welfare and mental               feel safe.               to the campus. I also work in
     professional experiences and training to develop your          wellbeing. I offer advice and     Alex, Childhood Practice        the coronavirus support team,
     future career.                                                 support to students and if I                                          calling students who are
                                                                   cannot help, I know someone                                        isolating to check they are OK.
                                                                               that can.                                              Maddison, Psychotherapy and
                                                                     Joe, Psychotherapy and                                                  Counselling
                                                                           Counselling

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Preparing for
                                                               your future
                                                                                                                           We get extra qualifications
                                                               Course specific support                                     during the course, so by the
                                                               For many courses, for example those leading to a            time you graduate you’re ready
                                                               professional qualification and specific career,
                                                                                                                           for work.
                                                               your tutors will be a critical link to your future
                                                               career. They will help you with placements, with            Laura, Strength and Conditioning
                                                               meeting key employers and with gaining the
                                                               experience you need to get your dream role.
                                                               They’ll also challenge your assumptions and help
                                                                                                                    One-to-one coaching meetings
                                                               you to get different types of experiences.
                                                                                                                    One-to-one sessions can help you to think
                                                                                                                    through your career choices, help with a specific
                                                               Careers support
                                                                                                                    application or get you ready for an interview. You
                                                               The Futures team offers support to all students
                                                                                                                    can also get support online or by phone.
                                                               to develop the skills needed to get your perfect
                                                               role, and to progress in it quickly.
      In our third year we have an employability module. You                                                        Networking sessions
      do practice interviews, application forms and Futures                                                         These sessions will give you the practical
                                                                                                                    support to help you gain the confidence to meet
      are really good: they’ll help you look at your options
                                                                                                                    new people who may be helpful in your career.
      and break it down in simple terms. We have a lot of             The Futures team have been an
                                                                                                                    You’ll leave people with a positive first
      organisations come in to work with us and they often            amazing help with making my CV                impression and know how to ask for help you
      offer jobs to people. It does give you an idea of what          more interesting and applying                 might need.
      you might want to do – you can get contacts and                 for jobs well. I wouldn’t have my
      keep in touch with them.                                        current job without them.                     Application techniques
      Cully, Sports Development with Sports Management                Bryn, Student Change Maker                    Applying for jobs successfully isn’t instinctive;
                                                                                                                    it’s a skill you need to learn. We’ll show you how.

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Global experiences
                  All students have the opportunity to travel abroad.
                  One day, the world will open up again, and we’ll be ready to help you
                  to take advantage of that. Our Going Places fund supports
                  students to go an educational experience abroad. And on some
                  courses you can spend a semester abroad, for example in an
                  American university.

                           Students who go abroad are:

         5%                                   7%
                                          MORE likely to be
                                                                                     6%
     MORE likely to gain                  in ‘graduate’ jobs                     HIGHER salaries
      1st or 2:1 degree                    six months after                      six months after
                                              graduation                            graduation

            Outcomes for students who go abroad, compared to those who don’t reported in
       UK (2017-18) Gone International: Mobility Works. Report on the 2015-16 graduating cohort.

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Your Student Union
                                                                                                Welcoming you                                              It’s really easy to go in for a chat
                                                        Throughout covid, they’ve shown                                                                    and to have a say in what’s going
                                                                                                The Student Union traditionally starts the year
                                                        how hard working and caring they are.   with a series of activities known as Freshers’             on. They’re really easy to talk to
                                                        The new freshers coming in really       Week. They run a wide variety of events to                 and they’ll always try to help if
                                                        needed opportunities to socialise so    ensure that everyone can find people they click            they can.
                                                        they made sure there were events for    with, and can quickly feel at home.
                                                                                                                                                           Cully, Sports Development with
                                                        people to meet each other safely.                                                                  Sports Management
                                                        Laura, Strength and Conditioning        Representing you
                                                                                                The Student Union plays a critical role
                                                                                                representing the student body in many senior        Entertaining you
                                                                                                level meetings. They may also represent you in      The SU runs many events throughout the year,
                                                                                                individual meetings, or act as a guide or mentor    including Varsity, which is a week of sporting
                                                                                                when needed.                                        rivalry vs University of Plymouth; the May Ball,
                                                                                                                                                    and Leavers’ Dinner. Along with other parts of
                                                                                                                                                    the University, they also run quieter activities
                                                                                                                                                    like film nights, charity fundraisers, trips to IKEA
                                                                                                      I think what’s really good is how
                                                                                                                                                    or fish and chips by the lighthouse.
                                                                                                      easily accessible the Student
                                                                                                      Union is on social media. They                Campaigning for you
                                                                                                      keep everything posted, they
                                                                                                                                                    The SU also runs campaigns on topics which
                                                                                                      give a lot of information which is            students are passionate about. In recent years
                                                                                                      really useful, like covid updates.            these have included mental health awareness,
                                                                                                      Laura, Strength and Conditioning              men’s health, and sexual harassment and
                                                                                                                                                    discrimination.

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Set t ling in                                                                                                                    Gerri
                                                                                                                   BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation

     Starting at uni may be nerve-wracking,
     but there’s loads of people to help you.

     Once you apply, we’ll keep you updated and
     make sure you can connect to course mates and
     lecturers and can start preparing for your
     studies.

     If you’re planning to live on campus, we’ll share
     loads of information about what to bring and help
     you to meet your flatmates.                                                                    I travelled all over the country with my three children to see different
                                                                                                    universities. This opened my eyes. I thought it was absolutely amazing
                                                                                                    that there was so much on offer. It got me thinking, would it be
                                                                                                    something that I’d enjoy doing myself?

            Go to all the events - don’t just                 Freshers’ fair is really good to go   I made the bold decision to go back to study, so I went to night classes
            stay with your flatmates, go to                   along to – all the societies and      and it snowballed from there.
            everything, get involved and                      sports clubs are there and you’ll     I chose Marjon because I felt at home, it’s such a small, inclusive place,
            throw yourself out there as                       meet people like you.                 which is perfect for me as a mature student. I’m in my fifties and I was
            much as you can!                                  Lydia, Osteopathic Medicine           worried I wouldn’t fit in. It wasn’t like that at all, everyone has been really
            Cully, Sports Development with                                                          welcoming.
            Sports Management                                                                       One of my biggest concerns before starting Marjon was that after I’d
                                                              I’ve always said to first years       graduated, no one would want to hire me. I’m realising now though that it
                                                              – make friends with Sports            is actually quite the opposite. I’m doing work experience in different
            The chaplaincy puts on loads                      Therapy and Rehab students            places as part of my course and I’ve learned that if anything, my life
            of events, like a film night, a                                                         experience is an asset.
                                                              because they always need their
            barbecue, so if you want a                        practical hours. If you do get
                                                                                                    Geraldine Gillies
            quieter night you can do that.                    injured you can get the support
            Lynn, Special Educational Needs                   so easily!
            and Disability Studies
                                                              Cully, Sports Development with
                                                              Sports Management
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I think a lot of people worry they
            won’t get the grades, they just
            need to hold their nerve and go
            for it. There’s a chance it might
            not work out, but if you go for
            it – it can!
            Joseph, Outdoor Adventure
            Education

     What do I need to get in?
                                                                                                               How to apply
                                                                                                               You can apply on UCAS at: www.ucas.com for all       English Language requirements
     At Marjon we do not just look at your                                                                     full-time undergraduate applications. You can        All undergraduate students applying to us need
     expected grades, we look at the whole                                                                     apply direct to us for part-time courses, or         to have GCSE English Language grade C or grade
     person to understand your potential                                                                       postgraduate courses (not PGCEs) at:                 4 or an acceptable equivalent, such as Level 2
                                                                                                               marjon.ac.uk/courses/applying/applydirect            Functional Skills (not acceptable for professional
     and what you have to offer.
                                                                                                                                                                    courses).
                                                                                                               What if I’m asked for interview?
     Entry requirements are listed on individual          I’m not predicted to get high enough grades
     course pages and on course pages online.                                                                  Your course page tells you if you need to come       If you are an international student, including EU
                                                          At Marjon you are not just a series of numbers or
     If you don’t meet these, it’s still worth                                                                 for interview or audition.                           students who do not have Settled or Pre-Settled
                                                          letters – we review every personal statement
     contacting our admissions team to talk                                                                                                                         status, you may have to prove your English
                                                          carefully. We are looking for your passion for the
     through your options.                                                                                     Being invited to interview is a great chance to      Language skills with an IELTS Academic test
                                                          subject, your experience and other personal
                                                                                                               learn more about the university and decide if it’s   (International English Language Test System)
                                                          attributes such as your grit and determination.
     Why do entry requirements vary so much?                                                                   right for you. Almost all students say they really   which covers four skills; listening, reading,
                                                          We might ask for additional information, such as
                                                                                                               enjoy them, though that may be hard to believe if    writing and speaking. Go to www.ielts.org for
     Courses leading to a professional status tend to     through a phone call or face to face meeting or
                                                                                                               you’re feeling nervous!                              more information. This is a UKVI Visa
     require higher grades. But if this is your dream     an additional essay. We’ll always aim to give you
                                                                                                                                                                    requirement for people applying from any
     and you don’t have the required grades, we may       a fair hearing.
                                                                                                               Go to page 133 for our top interview tips and        country outside the UK. However, there are
     be able to suggest an alternative course which
                                                                                                               look at:                                             some exceptions so please contact
     can help you to move towards your goal. You          What qualifications do you accept?
                                                                                                               marjon.ac.uk/courses/applying/interviews             admissions@marjon.ac.uk for clarification.
     could also start with a two-year Foundation          We accept many types of qualifications,
                                                                                                               Here you will find detailed information on
     degree. We have many students who take a             including A levels, BTECs, Access to HE diplomas
                                                                                                               interviews by course.
     slightly different route but achieve their goal in   and CACHE diplomas.
     the end.

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Arts & Culture
ARTS & CULT URE

                                                                                                                                                                                                 ARTS & CULT URE
                       Courses in this section:
                       ƒ   Acting BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   English BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   Journalism BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   Journalism (Sport) BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   Journalism with Photography BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   Liberal Arts BA (Hons)
                       ƒ   Musical Theatre BA (Hons)

                              The Workshop on the BBC campus was my                   Worth exploring if:                                 Why is Marjon a great choice?
                              favourite place to be – it’s a facility for the         ƒ You enjoy new ideas and creative thinking.        ƒ Easy access to facilities for students,
                              Journalism and Acting students. It really               ƒ You want to learn how to communicate 		             including a base on the BBC campus, a large
                                                                                        brilliantly; to engage, inform, provoke or 		       theatre, photography studio and media
                              accelerated the degree for me – it’s nice to be in
                                                                                        entertain.                                          suites.
                              a working environment.
                                                                                      ƒ You want to understand big, sometimes 		          ƒ Taught by industry experts.
                              Jack, Journalism graduate
                                                                                        provocative ideas and how they are formed,        ƒ Strong working links with relevant
                                                                                        communicated and challenged.                        organisations to support your career after
                                                                                                                                            studying.

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Acting
                       BA (Hons)
                                                        Entertain, engage and challenge an audience.                                  There isn’t a clear-cut answer as
                        UCAS code W410
                                                                                                                                      to why I love acting, I could tell you
                                                        This degree uses high-intensity workshops to develop your acting
                        UCAS points 96                                                                                                that I love it because I step out of
                                                        skills in line with demands of the industry. Each year group works as a
                                                        tight-knit theatre company who support each other’s development.              my own world to being somebody
                        Length                          You will have opportunities to experience rehearsing and performing           completely different on stage.
ARTS & CULT URE

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        ARTS & CULT URE
                        3 years full-time.              under professional direction, and you'll develop acting skills for stage      The truth is, I love being able to
                                                        and media. You will also learn how to devise, write and produce your
                                                                                                                                      spread messages through multiple
                        Entry Requirements              own performance work.
                        A levels:                                                                                                     different platforms, I love thinking
                        CCC                             Why this course at Marjon?                                                    outside the box with my work and
                        BTEC:                           ƒ Taught by professionals with current industry experience.                   allowing audiences to create their
                        MMM                             ƒ Write and produce your own performances, in line with the 		                own tales from the visual stories I
                        Access to HE Diploma:             demands of producing innovative modern theatre.                             show.
                        23-45 Level 3 credits at        ƒ Work and study in a 300-seat theatre and black box studio within
                        Distinction or Merit with         the vibrant Marjon Arts Centre.
                        a minimum of 6 credits at                                                                                     My time at Marjon taught me how
                                                        ƒ Prepare for multimedia acting in our TV and radio studios on the
                        Distinction.                      BBC campus.                                                                 to overcome life’s challenges, and
                                                                                                                                      create powerful and meaningful
                        Plus                            What might I become?                                                          work. I’ve learnt about the ability
                        GCSE in English Language        This course is aimed at helping you become a working actor. Our               to communicate articulately, and
                        C/4 or above, or equivalent.    graduates have gone on to use their skills in a range of contexts
                                                                                                                                      how I can get the ideas inside my
                                                        including; theatre, media, voice over, corporate acting, workshop
                        Audition.                                                                                                     own head and translate them to an
                                                        facilitation, making and producing their own work and postgraduate
                                                        study. You will gain a degree, a working CV, show reel, voice reel, and       audience.
                                                        numerous contacts with industry professionals, providing a strong
                                        Scan QR
                                                        network from which to launch your career.
                                        for more                                                                                      I’m glad I came to Marjon, I’ve made
                                        course
                                                                                                                                      lifelong friends and have amassed a
                                        details                                                    Course Snapshot                    priceless amount of knowledge that
                                                                                                                                      I know will support and elevate me
                                                           Holly
                        View the course online for         Third year, Acting                                                         in my career.
                        further information
                                                           Over the past three years, I have been given opportunities that I
                        marjon.ac.uk/act                   wouldn’t get anywhere else. In my second year I performed at The           Samater Ahmed
                                                           Minack Theatre in Cornwall - there was a moment I remember                 Freelance Actor - Beyond Face
                                                           standing on the stage staring out to sea - it was stormy and cold - I
                        Become a member of The             thought to myself, “this is what I am trained for”. I have been pushed     Theatre Company
                        Actor’s Wheel Theatre              outside my of comfort zone, but for the better. Professional Profile
                        Company with other                 module in the third year is run by industry experts - I had my headshots
                        performing arts students           taken, created voice and showreels, attended masterclasses, and
                                                           now have the confidence to put myself forward for interviews and
                                                           auditions. When I came to Marjon I had lost sight of where I wanted to
                                                           go, but I am now prepared and ready to start my PGCE in Secondary
                                                           Education with Drama at Marjon, and I aspire to complete a PhD in
                                                           Theatre Studies. Thank you, Marjon - for everything.

                                                           See modules in detail at marjon.ac.uk/act

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English
                       BA (Hons)

                        UCAS code Q3W8

                        UCAS points 96
                                                        Use your love of literature to explore new ideas.

                                                        If you love literature, you’ll enjoy the intellectual freedom of this
                                                                                                                                                                          Alex
                                                        degree. The degree takes a thematic approach, where you will study                           BA (Hons) Journalism graduate, 2019
                                                        major literary ideas and how different writers, conventional or radical,
                        Length
ARTS & CULT URE

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   ARTS & CULT URE
                                                        have approached them. In particular, we’ll encourage you to read texts
                        3 years full-time.
                                                        from different voices and not just the traditional canon.

                        Entry Requirements              This degree covers literature and language, teaching you above all to
                        A levels:                       think and write with precision and clarity.
                        CCC
                                                        Why this course at Marjon?
                        BTEC:
                        MMM                             ƒ We take an inclusive and innovative approach, so you won’t only
                        Access to HE Diploma:             study the traditional canon and you’ll have plenty of freedom in
                                                          what to read.
                        23-45 Level 3 credits at
                        Distinction or Merit with       ƒ Our small class sizes are perfect to push your thinking as you’ll
                        a minimum of 6 credits at         always be involved in the debate.
                        Distinction.                    ƒ In your second year you’ll do individual projects or placements in
                                                          industry, which could include online teaching, copywriting,
                        Plus                              placements in schools, event management and magazine
                                                                                                                                       I used to blog about human rights. I built up a following, and I loved it. I knew
                                                          publishing.
                        GCSE in English Language                                                                                       I wanted to do something that would let me write, or tell stories, every day.
                        C/4 or above, or equivalent.    ƒ The South West has a thriving literary scene and has inspired
                                                          writers for centuries.                                                       The Journalism course at Marjon was perfect, it’s so hands-on. You get to
                                                                                                                                       learn how to do Journalism, not just talk about it. The lecturers are so well
                                        Scan QR         What might I become?
                                                                                                                                       connected that you get an abundance of placements. It equips you as a
                                        for more        Past students have secured work in various writing roles; in publishing,
                                        course          in the creative industries, or in communication. You may also move             journalist and you are a journalist when you finish.
                                        details         into further postgraduate study for research or to teach.
                                                                                                                                       I was a little bit lost before I started at Marjon. I would never in a million
                                                                                                                                       years have thought I’d graduate with a first, start a graduate internship
                        View the course online for                                                   Course Snapshot                   straight away, and then go on to get a job as a journalist straight after that.
                        further information
                        marjon.ac.uk/eng                   Angela Berry                                                                Alex Green
                                                           Second year, English
                                                           Now into my second year, I am really appreciating the structure of
                                                           the whole course which is preparing students for the literary world
                                                           of today. Not only have I enjoyed the diverse range of literature but
                                                           the flexibility that allows for individuality. My favourite module so far
                                                           included an insight into the far-ranging disciplines of electronic social
                                                           media platforms. I'm looking forward to the third year where I'll be
                                                           studying the classics that I enjoy tremendously.

                                                           See modules in detail at marjon.ac.uk/eng

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Journalism
                       Journalism (Sport)
                       BA (Hons)

                                                        Study on the BBC campus to fast-track your                                        Course Snapshot
                                                                                                                                                                        Why this course at Marjon?
                        UCAS code                                                                                                                                       ƒ Work right on the BBC campus in the former Broadcasting House,
                        Journalism: P500                media career.
                                                                                                                                   Rebecca                                now redeveloped as The Workshop.
                        Journalism (Sport): P314
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                                                        Are you interested in the media, in how opinions are formed, in how        Second year, Journalism              ƒ Third years are paired with a BBC mentor, with one entire module
                                                        stories are told and in giving voice to those with no voice? If so, you    In first year, we focused on           taught by BBC journalists, producers and film makers.
                        UCAS points 96                  could love a career in journalism.                                         structure and language within        ƒ On-campus newsroom packed with all the recording and
                                                                                                                                   journalism to appeal to different      broadcasting kit currently used by the pros with no charge for
                        Length                          On our Journalism degrees, you’ll enjoy working right on the BBC
                                                                                                                                   audiences. We studied media            equipment hire, and 24 hour access for students.
                        3 years full-time or            campus in Plymouth, giving you incredible opportunities to learn
                                                                                                                                   law and court reporting, as well
                        part-time options available.    from, network with, and support one of the largest BBC centres in                                               ƒ Professional software for editing film, magazine, newspaper and
                                                                                                                                   as learning how to create a news
                                                        the country.                                                                                                      online output.
                                                                                                                                   package. Year 2 is very practical,
                        Entry Requirements              You’ll have plenty of close involvement with current active journalists,   with regular news weeks              ƒ Regular live news days where you get to experience the
                        A levels:                       allowing you to learn about the industry from the industry.                creating packages for TV, radio,       professional expectations of a busy newsroom across print, radio,
                        CCC                                                                                                        and online, which take place           the internet and TV.
                                                        The Journalism courses run side by side, with each team tackling their     at our amazing broadcasting          ƒ Gain confidence in newspapers, digital publishing and broadcasting
                        BTEC:
                                                        relevant subject areas. The set-up replicates a busy newsroom. You         facility, The Workshop. Finally,       on radio and television.
                        MMM                             will produce articles for magazines, newspapers and online, as well as     we worked as a group to write
                        Access to HE Diploma:           developing packages for TV and radio.                                                                           ƒ Opportunity to try out various roles including editing, presenting,
                                                                                                                                   our own articles for Sound, a
                        23-45 Level 3 credits at                                                                                   magazine published by Marjon.
                                                                                                                                                                          producing and news gathering.
                        Distinction or Merit with       On either degree you’ll gain experience in all types of media; filming,                                         ƒ Industry guests from the world of journalism, for example from
                                                                                                                                   In the third year, we’ll be
                                                        presenting, writing and photography, making you highly employable,                                                Match of the Day, The Guardian, ITV and the BBC.
                        a minimum of 6 credits at                                                                                  perfecting our skills across all
                                                        not only in journalism or the media but also in marketing or               platforms, and spending a lot of
                        Distinction.                                                                                                                                    ƒ In addition to our second year placement module, we also facilitate
                                                        communication disciplines.                                                 time in the studios. We will also      regular work experience for our students across the region.
                        Plus                            You will become a highly skilled “people person”; adept at                 be making our own magazine,
                                                        understanding what people are interested in, how they might react          and learning how to build
                        GCSE in English Language                                                                                                                        What might I become?
                                                        and what their needs are. You will also of course become an effective      and implement a successful
                        C/4 or above, or equivalent.                                                                               marketing campaign.                  Graduates have gained employment with the BBC, Channel 4, Twofour
                                                        and versatile writer and communicator.                                                                          Productions (TV production) and a variety of online platforms. They
                        Interview.
                                                        In the classroom, you’ll study theory such as the legal issues affecting   See modules in detail                have also gone on to work in the media departments at professional
                                                        the industry, cross-platform publishing and court reporting.               at marjon.ac.uk/                     sports clubs, newspapers, magazines, national radio stations and
                                                                                                                                   journ or                             websites, as well as in production, editing, PR and marketing.
                        View the course online for
                                                        Sports Journalism route                                                    marjon.ac.uk/spjo
                        further information
                        marjon.ac.uk/journ              Sports Journalism offers many career routes including daily news,
                                                        covering major sporting events, or working for professional sports
                                                        clubs. You’ll have access to a vibrant sports community on the Marjon
                                       Scan QR          campus, with outstanding sports facilities bringing in stories from
                                       for more         local community sports to Olympic stars.
                                       course
                                       details

                        marjon.ac.uk/spjo                       The guest lecturers we have had over the three years have
                                                                been astonishing. From Sky Sports producers, Match of the
                                       Scan QR                  Day commentators and BBC News editors, this really is the
                                       for more                 place to be to get your name out there to employers.
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                                       details                  Jack, Journalism graduate

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Journalism with Photography                                                                                    Photograph by: Matt Pontin (Fotonow)

                       BA (Hons)
                                                        A picture tells a thousand words. With this
                        UCAS code JPT1
                                                        degree, you can make that happen.
                        UCAS points 96
                                                        On this course, you will work with the other Journalism students,
                        Length                          learning all the relevant skills of modern journalism but with a distinct
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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           ARTS & CULT URE
                        3 years full-time.              focus on photography. Within modern media, editors are aware that
                                                        the right picture sells a story and are looking for people with the
                                                        skillset to capture this. You will also develop powerful writing, editing,
                        Entry Requirements
                                                        film-making and people skills, which will mean you are in demand.
                        A levels:
                        CCC                             Why this course at Marjon?
                        BTEC:
                                                        ƒ Fantastic media facilities on site.
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                        Access to HE Diploma:           ƒ Degree developed with our partners Fotonow who specialise in
                                                          photography that tells a social impact story.
                        23-45 Level 3 credits at
                        Distinction or Merit with       ƒ Close-knit industry links, giving you numerous networking
                                                          opportunities, including working on the BBC campus at our new
                        a minimum of 6 credits at
                                                          development The Workshop.
                        Distinction.
                                                        Get inspired by social action photography through our partner's
                        Plus                            work at www.fotonow.org
                        GCSE in English Language
                        C/4 or above, or equivalent.    What might I become?
                        Interview.                      You might become a journalist or photo-journalist working locally,
                                                        nationally or internationally, with a particular focus on telling stories
                                                        through photography. Your skills would be transferable to many
                                        Scan QR         industries but particularly marketing or events.
                                        for more
                                        course
                                        details                                                     Course Snapshot

                                                           Mike Baker
                        View the course online for         Course Lead, Journalism with Photography
                        further information
                                                           In the first year you will learn about the fundamentals of journalism
                        marjon.ac.uk/jp                    and working in the media. You will learn the technical skills to capture
                                                           great photos and look at how good photos make good stories. In the
                                                           second year you will learn advanced camera techniques with a focus
                                                           on documentary photography and digital storytelling. In the third year
                                                           you will learn about photography in marketing, magazine production
                                                           and take on a dissertation project.

                                                           See modules in detail at marjon.ac.uk/jp

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Liberal Arts                                                                                                 Musical Theatre
                       BA (Hons)                                                                                                    BA (Hons)
                                                        Pick and choose modules from a range of arts,                                                               Deepen your knowledge of the world of musical
                        UCAS code LIB1                                                                                               UCAS code MST1
                                                        humanities and social science subjects.                                                                     theatre.
                        UCAS points 96                                                                                               UCAS points 96
                                                        Liberal Arts explores modules and subjects which are rooted in                                              Musical theatre is an enduringly popular art form, which the world has
                        Length                          creative arts and humanities and develops students’ understanding of         Length                         learned to appreciate in full in recent times. Once the world of theatre
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                        3 years full-time               wider social, cultural and political issues. Students will be introduced     3 years full-time.             opens up again, audiences are ready to come roaring back. Successful
                                                        to the liberal arts approach to study and develop their critical thinking                                   musicals can run for decades, touring internationally, and a lot of
                                                        by creating projects which draw on a range of disciplines.                                                  people are needed to keep all that jazz on the road. As well as
                        Entry Requirements                                                                                           Entry Requirements
                                                                                                                                                                    performers, musical theatre requires writers, producers, technicians
                        A levels:                       Liberal Arts is a well-known degree choice in the USA. If you're             A levels:
                                                                                                                                                                    and other management roles to make it succeed.
                        CCC                             weighing up options across arts, humanities and social sciences, the         CCC
                        BTEC:                           Liberal Arts degree could give you the range of intellectual topics you      BTEC:                          On this course you will develop a portfolio of skills, ready for a variety
                        MMM                             desire.                                                                      MMM                            of career opportunities in the industry.
                        Access to HE Diploma:                                                                                        Access to HE Diploma:
                                                        Why this course at Marjon?                                                                                  Why this course at Marjon?
                        5-45 Level 3 credits at                                                                                      23-45 Level 3 credits at
                        Distinction or Merit with       ƒ Students will experience a range of disciplines within their studies.      Distinction or Merit with      ƒ Taught by industry professionals.
                        a minimum of 6 credits at       ƒ The programme develops critical and academic discourse and 		              a minimum of 6 credits at      ƒ Make and perform musical theatre that reflects, interrogates and
                        Distinction.                      essential transferable skills for the workplace.                           Distinction.                     enriches society.
                                                        ƒ This programme will produce free-thinking, curious citizens who 		                                        ƒ Work and perform in a 300-seat theatre and black box studio
                        Plus                              understand their responsibility and impact within their 			                Plus                             theatre.
                        GCSE in English Language          communities.                                                               GCSE in English Language
                        c/4 or above or equivalent.                                                                                  C/4 or above, or equivalent.   What might I become?
                                                        What might I become?                                                                                        You might become a performer, choreographer, director or writer
                                                        As critical thinkers and creative problem-solvers, graduates of a liberal    Audition.                      within musical theatre, or use your acting, singing and dancing skills as
                                        Scan QR         arts degree will be well-suited to postgraduate study and careers                                           a ‘triple threat’ performer in a range of other opportunities within the
                                        for more        across various sectors such as PR, journalism, civil service, politics,                                     creative industries.
                                        course          media, libraries and archives.                                                               Scan QR
                                        details                                                                                                      for more
                                                                                                                                                     course                                                     Course Snapshot
                                                                                                  Course Snapshot                                    details
                        View the course online for
                                                                                                                                                                       Josie Rudall
                        further information                Sarah McAdam                                                                                                Second year, Musical Theatre
                                                                                                                                     View the course online for
                        marjon.ac.uk/lib                   Director of School, Arts Humanities and Social Sciences                   further information               The Musical Theatre course has enabled me to progress with my love
                                                           Being able to design your own course allows students to tailor their      marjon.ac.uk/mt                   for theatre. Moving to online learning has been a big challenge, but
                                                           interests to their module choices. This is an exciting programme that                                       we've kept a balance of practical and theory activities. It has been hard
                                                           encourages debate and uses an understanding of arts and humanities                                          trying to perform in a much smaller space than normal, but everyone
                                                           to unpack the world we live in.                                                                             has made it possible by staying positive and finding different ways
                                                                                                                                                                       using technology to get around it.
                                                           See modules in detail at marjon.ac.uk/lib
                                                                                                                                                                       Lockdown has definitely had an impact but with the help from the
                                                                                                                                                                       university and my course leaders it has been a faultless transition.
                                                                                                                                                                       For me, it has allowed me to dive into different ideas on how to make
                                                                                                                                                                       a performance using limited facilities and resources and develop
                                                                                                                                                                       skills such as editing and recording. However, I am looking forward to
                                                                                                                                                                       getting back into the theatre space and seeing everyone’s fantastic
                                                                                                                                                                       live performances.

                                                                                                                                                                       See modules in detail at marjon.ac.uk/mt

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