How to apply

We consider each application on its merits and look for evidence of commitment and motivation through Selection Days and interview. We are specifically looking for your ability to demonstrate your potential to learn, make, devise, and perform both independently and with others.

Part-time BA(Hons) Courses
Foundation Studies in Art & Design
Postgraduate - MA
Postgraduate - Research
International Students

How to Apply - UK and EU Students

Full-time BA(Hons) courses: please apply through UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) ww.ucas.ac.uk. Full details below.

Foundation Studies in Art & Design, part-time BA(Hons) courses and all postgraduate courses: please apply direct to the admissions team. Full details below.

Admissions, University College Falmouth,
Woodlane, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4RH, UK
Email: admissions@falmouth.ac.uk
Telephone: 01326 213730
Fax: 01326 213880

We welcome applications from students with appropriate qualifications, equivalent qualifications, prior learning/experience and a demonstrable interest in their subject. We welcome students of all ages, from all countries, from all backgrounds and cultures, and from all walks of life. Course specific entry requirements can be found on each of the course pages.

University College Falmouth normally requires suitably qualified or experienced UK students to attend an interview and present a portfolio of work. For studio-based courses, EU and international students will not normally be expected to attend an interview but may submit a portfolio of work online or in the form of photographs, slides or CD/DVD.

If you already have qualifications or practical experience relevant to your chosen course, we may be able to reduce the time you need to complete the course. Please ask Admissions (contact details above) for advice on what is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (or Prior Experiential Learning).

We reserve the right, at any stage, to request further information from applicants about any aspect of their application. You must provide this by the given date if we are to consider your application.

ELQ Applications: If you're applying to study for a qualification equal to or below one you already possess, please note that, should you be offered a place, you'll be charged a higher fee - similar to that of an international student. For more information contact admissions on 01326 213730.

Full-time BA(Hons) courses - UCAS applications

UCAS applications have to be made online at www.ucas.ac.uk. You register in one of two ways.

Via an institution

This could be your school or college, a Connexions office or careers office. The institution has to provide a ‘buzzword' to give you access to the system, and you may have to start the process in the presence of a designated tutor or official. The institution will submit the application to UCAS on your behalf, and you may be able to pay the UCAS fee through the institution (if not, you must pay it yourself online).

As an individual

You can register as an individual even if you are using a computer in an institution (such as your school or college). Do this if you want control over how, when and where you complete, amend and monitor your application. It is your responsibility to submit the application on time, having obtained the necessary academic references, and to pay the fee online.

In either case, once you have registered, you can save your application and return to it at any time, and from any computer, until you submit it.

All applications received by UCAS prior to the published deadlines will be given equal consideration. Some courses can consider applications after the deadlines, but your choices may be limited, depending on the number of places we have to offer for each course.

Please note that all Art & Performance, Design and Media applications now follow a single application route, which allows you to submit up to five choices. Your chosen institutions will all consider your application at the same time. Closing date for receipt of applications is dependent on course. Most media courses have a deadline of 16 January and most studio based courses have a deadline of 24 March. Please check www.ucas.ac.uk for individual course deadlines. Late applications can only be considered if places remain available.

If you are not a UK or EU citizen, you may apply at any time, although it is helpful to you and to us, to allow as much time as possible.

If you want to transfer into the second or third year of a course, please contact the admissions team:

Admissions, University College Falmouth,
Woodlane, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4RH, UK
Email: admissions@falmouth.ac.uk
Telephone: 01326 213730
Fax: 01326 213880

Part-time BA(Hons) Courses

For part-time BA(Hons) courses, please apply direct to the University College at the address above.

Undergraduate part-time courses application form (2.03 MB)

Applications for part-time undergraduate courses can be submitted at any time, but for your own sake you should apply as early as possible. We allocate places as applications are received so, if you wait too long, your chosen course may already be full.

Foundation Studies in Art & Design

For the Foundation Studies in Art & Design, please apply direct to the University College at the address above.

Foundation Studies application form (497.33 KB)

Applications for full-time Foundation Studies in Art & Design should arrive by 30 January in the year of entry. Applications for part-time Foundation Studies in Art & Design can be submitted at any time, but for your own sake you should apply as early as possible. We allocate places as applications are received so, if you wait too long, your chosen course may already be full.

Postgraduate - MA

For taught postgraduate courses (PgDip/MA), please apply direct to the University College at the address above. 

Application - postgraduate diploma/masters course (393.27 KB)

Information about entry qualifications for our taught postgraduate courses can be found here: Postgraduate entry requirements. Course specific entry requirements can be found on each of the course pages.

Applications for MA courses can be submitted at any time, but for your own sake you should apply as early as possible. We allocate places as applications are received so, if you wait too long, your chosen course may already be full. Pictured right is a diagram explaining the application process for our Postgraduate courses.

If you wish the college to support an application for an AHRC award, you'll need to secure an offer from us at least two months in advance of the AHRC deadline of early May 2010 (for autumn 2010).

Further details on AHRC funding can be found at: www.ahrc.ac.uk

Postgraduate - Research

For the Research MPhil/PhD, please apply direct to the University College at the address above.

Postgraduate Research Application Form (217.50 KB)

Postgraduate Research Form Guidance Notes (183.35 KB)

Candidates wishing to undertake the Research MPhil/PhD can make an application at any time during the year, but for your own sake you should apply as early as possible. We allocate places as applications are received. New students are enrolled annually, each October. Late applications will only be considered on an exceptional basis and are dependent on places remaining available.

International Students

As of 31 March 2009, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) has introduced a points based system for those coming into the UK to work and study. Download this important new visa information for non-EU/EEA students.

Student Visa Information (58.51 KB)

We recommend that international applicants for BA(Hons) courses make a preliminary application using the Falmouth International pre-application form. If you are offered a place, we will help you to complete your UCAS application.

International Pre-Application Form (76.6 KB)

Applications for Foundation and Postgraduate courses should be made direct to the International Office.

Please contact the International Office in the first instance for further information:

The International Office, University College Falmouth,
Woodlane, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 4RH, UK
Email: international@falmouth.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1326 213794
Fax: +44 (0)1326 370725