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Sort:Latest reviewsThere is so much potential that this university could do.
The university istelf feels very communal and is quite small which means its not long from the accomodation to lectures. Sometimes it does feel a little outdated / poorly maintained, especially with event notifications as Ive looked at a few events being advertised that had already passed.
The uni is surrounded by nature which helps to keep you grounded in high anxiety moments, the chaplaincy people are genuinely so lovely and the support from student wellbeing is amazing. My only downside for me is the fact that it’s quite out of the way for travelling in.
There is a wide range of high-quality facilities here at Marjon that many students make use of. This includes a sports centre with a swimming pool, a gym and more. The on-site shop and Amazon lockers are great for any emergency purchases, though the shop can be a bit pricey. Additionally, the Library is incredible. With a group study floor, a quiet floor and a silent floor, you have a variety of choice when it comes to how you wish to study. The student support at Marjon is amazing. We have a counselling team, SWS (Student Wellbeing and Support) who you can go to for just about anything, and we all have PDTs (Personal/Professional Development Tutors) who support both our academics and can help with getting a job. Overall, the atmosphere at Marjon is lovely. Everyone is really welcoming, and it’s a nice small campus so you can get to know lots of people you’ll see often. The accessibility at Marjon is unfortunately a bit lacking. There are limited wheelchair-accessible flats and houses on campus, making living for those with mobility issues more difficult. Also, in terms of accessibility, the location means the closest supermarkets are a 20 minutes walk away down an uneven path next to a busy road. Buses are frequent at the university stop, however when relying on them they get very expensive if you don’t have a pass. Despite all this, Marjon is still more accessible than many universities across England.
The pool table is bad
Marjon is a welcoming uni where all the lecturers are accommodating and friendly. The facilities are amazing and i love the small school feel. It’s easy to get around and ask for advice in essays. The lectures themselves are creative and inclusive. So far i have no negatives.
It's a fairly small campus - this means some of the facilities are limited (e.g a fairly small gym) but overall it doesn't feel like it's lacking anything and it's easy to navigate and get around easily. It being outside of the city centre makes getting public transport a bit frustrating but there are many bus routes that do go there. The student support I have received so far has been excellent - everyone is really friendly and feels like they genuinely want to help - the chaplaincy team at the Octagon create such a welcoming and supportive environment right at the heart of the campus. The cleaning team are all lovely and do a great job. I'm a mature student so don't get very involved in the student life side of things but there's always lots of activities on offer from the societies and student union. Overall, I'm really enjoying my time at Marjon - the small and friendly environment means it's an ideal place to study as someone with a disability. I feel really well supported and listened to by the staff on my course.
So far my experience at Marjon has been fantastic! The staff are very supportive and so knowledgeable. As a mature student I love the variety of students at Marjon and the social opportunities that presents.
I love how much nature there is around, the wild life. I have been to student support and they have been so helpful and lovely people. I’m also in the counselling team for support and they managed to gat me in fast even with the waiting list being regular. My lectures are very supportive with lessons that really allow us to engage. We get to decide what rooms we would like to be in to increase our academic performance. All the facilities are clean and looked after as well
Plymouth Marjon University is very good for student support. The lectures all make an effort to get to know their students and offer support where they can. There is not much within walking distance of the university however the SU is a great place to sit drink and hangout with friends.
The best aspect are the teachers, they are really supportive and because it is such a small uni, we are all one big family and we all support each other.
The uni accommodation for your first year is a bit tacky and outdated. but my favorite part is the tight community the uni has, its easy to make friends and feel a lot like your a part of something.
I am about to begin my second year of study and have thoroughly enjoyed my first year. I understand that this is a new course that is still developing, and while some of my classmates have expressed concerns about the course layout—particularly the occasional absence of tutors or scheduled lessons I personally found that self-studying on those days was manageable. That said, my grades were lower than I had hoped, which I attribute to being neurodiverse rather than the lack of tutor availability. Initially, I found the EPAD system difficult to navigate, but I believe this was due to human error on my part, as I balance my studies with work and had limited time to familiarise myself with it. However, once I dedicated time to learning the system, I found it to be quite user-friendly and now really enjoy using it. One improvement I would suggest is making it clearer that clicking on specific words opens additional sections, as they currently appear more like static headings. Many websites use “Click here” prompts, which could help improve accessibility. Regarding campus facilities, our university schedule sometimes makes it inconvenient to access food services compared to other students. While the shop now opens at 09:00, which is an improvement, lunch options remain somewhat limited for our class. Although I am not part of the Student Union, I have heard that it is very supportive. I have also attended some of the shows at Marjons, which I found enjoyable. Overall, I would recommend this university to family and friends, and I hope to continue my studies toward a Physiotherapy degree.
As I am doing an apprenticeship, I don't live on campus, so I can't speak on student life or student unions, so I have marked them as neutral. For nurses, there is a good simulation sweet with mannequins that are hooked up to machines that can play out different situations. If you are doing an apprenticeship that goes over the summer, things like the café are closed for the holidays, but the shop remains open. The location is good for nursing as it is opposite Derriford. However, it is not close to the city center or Mutley, so it may be hard to get back to campus if you are thinking about nightlife. Parking is also expensive if you are not living on campus (I would assume you would get a permit if you live there, but I don't know for sure). The campus looks smart and is clean, with a nice open green space in the middle of the N,E,S, and W blocks. It's nice and open in communal spaces, and I haven't had an issue finding a place to sit; however, I am also only there one day a week. There is an excellent student support network, and this is for those with additional needs and those who just need a helping hand while at uni. Depending on what you need, they have different things on offer, from canceling sessions to support in the library with assignments and how to structure them. The university can also help fund assessments for things like dyslexia, which can open up some funding for the software you may need to help with writing essays. They also have dogs in the hub who are very cute. Overall, I would say that I like studying at this university and have been impressed with the support they have in place for students, but I don't live there, so I can't give an accurate review of the full experience.
More funding to student union to invest into Marjon. Having more student support for those with disabilities.
The lecturers are great! Really knowledgeable and approachable, with them always happy to help. The course layout makes sense and integrates nicely from year to year. The main issue with the university is the lack of parking on some days.
There are so many societies to join
Everyone I have come across has been so helpful. The campus is great and has everything I need.
The best parts of my uni experience has been the opportunity to compete in sports teams alongside my studies. The student support has also been amazing, as I've reached out to them multiple times, and even accessed the university counselling At university it can be isolating at times, especially living on campus when other people/friends on your course do not live on campus. The social life/ side can be improved, especially the student bar. I am in my 3rd year of the course, but 4th year of studying, this was due to not being able to resit a failed essay in 2nd year. I think that the university should allow another resit period as well as summer, as this affected me mentally and financially, as I was held back a year.
4.3
Fantastic university which shows great opportunities for all while being greatly accessible for all with a very friendly demeaner
All of my lectures care heavily and try their best to make all feel welcome and wanted whilst giving well-taught lessons.
I love all of my flatmates how easy it is to socialise with others and all that you will be near as well as how much they help you when something breaks of goes wrong