Plymouth Marjon University, formerly Marjon, is a UK university known for its emphasis on student satisfaction, research-informed teaching, and a focus on practical skills and career development. They offer a variety of courses, including some delivered fully online, and have a strong tradition of social and educational change, dating back to their founding in 1840.
| Acronym | PMU |
| Nickname | PMU |
| Motto / Slogan | Out of studies comes character |
| Founded | 1840 |
| Undergraduate Programmes | |
| Postgraduate Programmes | 34 |
| Location | Plymouth, England, United Kingdom |
| Address | Plymouth Marjon University, Derriford Road, Derriford, Plymouth PL6 8BH |
Plymouth Marjon University's mission statement is to empower individuals to achieve their full potential through high-quality teaching, innovative research, and strong community engagement.
Plymouth Marjon University's vision statement is "to provide health and wellbeing for life, for all".
Plymouth Marjon University's main objective is to end social inequity through life-changing teaching, learning, research, and knowledge exchange.
Journalism and Literature, Business, Criminology & Forensic Science, Distance learning, Education, Children & Communities, Health & Wellbeing, Sport, Physical Education & Coaching, and Teacher Training.
Plymouth Marjon University sits on a green and spacious campus, with world-class facilities in a spectacular part of the world. But the thing that most makes them stand out is our students. They are the inspiration and motivation for all they do.
Here, students build strong working relationships with a network of supporters, from their Personal Development Tutors to their lecturers to the Student Union, and therefore achieve more than they ever thought possible. They work side-by-side with us to improve and develop the University to make their experience as rich and rewarding as possible.
All our programmes involve work placements of some sort, and all students are trained in critical graduate-level skills such as presenting with impact, applying for jobs, managing interviews and influencing others. We work very closely with key employers on all programmes, linking our students to a network of contacts to help them in their future careers.
Our results speak for themselves: we achieved Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework. We are no. 3 in England for Student Satisfaction in the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. We are a top 4 university in England for Career Prospects in What Uni Student Choice Awards 2024. We put our students first, always.
If you're applying for an undergraduate honours degree,
Some courses have subject-specific entry requirements at A level or equivalent, such as physical sciences and health professions. If you're interested in professional qualifications in social work, healthcare professions or teaching, we strongly recommend that you explore gaining relevant experience. In fact, it's essential for all our Initial Teacher Training courses. The experience will give you a useful insight into your chosen profession and will help you to demonstrate your commitment, enthusiasm and knowledge, when you complete your application.
Just take a look at the entry requirements on the individual course pages or contact our admissions team for additional advice.
Some courses have subject-specific entry requirements at A level or equivalent, such as physical sciences and health professions. If you're interested in professional qualifications in social work, healthcare professions or teaching, we strongly recommend that you explore gaining relevant experience. In fact, it's essential for all our Initial Teacher Training courses. The experience will give you a useful insight into your chosen profession and will help you to demonstrate your commitment, enthusiasm and knowledge, when you complete your application.
Just take a look at the entry requirements on the individual course pages or contact our admissions team for additional advice.
POSTGRADUATE: For most postgraduate programmes excluding PGCE and School Direct, applications are made directly to the University. You can use the online form.
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +4401752636700
Cafeteria: We offer sustainable, locally-sourced fresh food and drink in ten cafes across the city-center campus and the north campus, including John Bull Cafe. Students can also find a number of food and drink outlets in the Students' Union. We pride ourselves on offering a variety of affordable delicious food and drink options, whether you fancy a hearty breakfast, a healthy salad, a pizza with the finest toppings, the choice is yours as we have a variety of themed food options in each cafe.
We are committed to providing a sustainable food culture at the University. We have held a three star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association for multiple years which reflects our company achievements to sustainable sourcing, reducing disposable packaging, reducing meat intake and much more. Explore our sustainable food culture that supports local, sustainable and Fairtrade produce and suppliers.
Library: Our enquiries service is run as a combination in person and virtual service. If you cannot see any staff at the main desk check the screen, on the right hand side of the desk as you enter.
British Psychological Society (BPS)
Her role as Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive means she is responsible for leading the Marjon community and working with students, staff, Governors, and partners to shape the future together. This involves the day-to-day leadership of the university and driving the long-term vision and strategy through developing our academic provision, building research and knowledge exchange, harnessing digital innovation, championing sustainability, and working with a range of valued partners to meet local, regional, and national needs.
Back in February 1840 when we welcomed our first students, many people believed that education was only for the elite. Our founders, James Kay-Shuttleworth and Derwent Coleridge, had other ideas. Big ideas. They started training orphans from the local workhouse to become teachers, changing lives by providing a route out of poverty. Some people didn’t like it at the time but our founders weren’t afraid to think differently. Many years on and we’re still a supportive community, providing life changing experiences for students. That’s who we are, that’s who we’ve always been.