About Falmouth University
Creative. Connected. Courageous.
With more than 120 years' experience, professional facilities, teaching excellence, peerless connections and a vibrant creative community, we’re not afraid to do things differently. At Falmouth University, we’re re-thinking the shape of higher education and delivering impactful research and knowledge exchange.
Creative
One of the most valuable commodities in the future economy, our focus on creativity means students, researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators shape the world with out-of-the-box thinking.
Connected
With industry links spanning the globe, we're a hub not just of creative innovation, but a place that celebrates and supports collaboration and transdisciplinary work with real reach.
Courageous
We're committed to pushing the limits of traditional boundaries and disciplines, meaning we’re working boldly, differently and disruptively to bring about new ideas, new ways of thinking and doing.

Doing it for real
Our industry connections, professional facilities, in-house agencies and challenge-led approach to teaching mean our students are doing it for real from day one.
We’re proud to work with some of the finest minds in their respective fields, and our students get to work with them too. Whether it’s paid opportunities through our Employability Service, an international placement or our programme of guest lecturers, we empower our students to carve out successful, entrepreneurial careers by giving them a head start in industry.
We know that in today’s workplace it’s important to be flexible. So in addition to our on-campus portfolio of degrees, we also offer online undergraduate and postgraduate courses that can be completed anywhere in the world and fitted around a career or other responsibilities.

Creative Advertising students tackle taboos in Healthy Relationships campaign
20 July 2023
Students produce hard-hitting awareness campaign encouraging healthy relationships.

Interior Design students showcase portfolios to industry experts
06 July 2023
Interior Design students connect with potential employers at industry partners day.

Graduate Spotlight: Illustrator Holly Astle
07 June 2023
Graduate Holly Astle has made her mark in Falmouth, creating colourful murals around town.

An interview with Matt Osbond: Principal Technical Art Director at Xbox
20 March 2023
Matt Osbond is no stranger to legendary game franchises. Having worked as a Technical Artist on awar...

Benjamin Woods on his Cornwall-born music project The Golden Dregs
15 March 2023
We recently chatted to Falmouth graduate Benjamin Woods about his new album On Grace & Dignity, the ...

Students champion accessibility in Design the Change Competition
14 March 2023
As part of the Design the Change Competition, a team of Falmouth students are developing products to...

Image courtesy of Jenna Hinton and Emily Smith
Landscape art project aims to boost wellbeing and creative curiosity
09 March 2023
A Cornish ‘sand art’ master has coached a group of Falmouth University students through a projec...

The making of graphic novel [Re]Start: It's Never Too Late
02 March 2023
Illustration graduates Eddy Nicholls, Julia Cockerham and Alex Copeman discuss their involvement in ...

Falmouth graduate lands Guardian cover story
24 February 2023
Philippa Kelly secured the front page of the Guardian’s Saturday magazine with her project on 100 ...

Students gain industry experience at Lacuna Brewery
20 May 2022
Four undergraduate students from the Cornwall Business School have gained valuable work experience a...

Creative Advertising students developing Safer Streets campaign
09 March 2022
Creative Advertising students are working with Cornwall Council to create a communications campaign ...

Business graduates receive £200k funding for TeX Innovation
03 March 2022
Two graduates from Falmouth's Cornwall Business School have secured £200k funding from the National...
Collaborating beyond boundaries
We believe collaboration is the catalyst for innovation and cultivating successful careers. That’s why we place an emphasis on working with peers, across disciplines and often hand-in-hand with industry partners.
Whether it’s alumni sharing professional opportunities with students, online learners connecting with the on-campus community or distinct disciplines colliding to create the unimaginable, tapping into our eclectic global community keeps us pushing beyond the realms of possibility.
We’re also committed to being an anchor institution in Cornwall and driving the growth of the regional economy. That means ensuring we’re working closely and strategically with Cornwall Council, the Local Enterprise Partnership and other local partners and industry. Visit our Working with Business page to find out how we're connecting with business and fuelling Cornwall's economy.

Schools and colleges welcomed at Games Expo
20 June 2023
Students from schools and colleges across the UK visit our annual Games Expo.

Exhibition of postcards on Falmouth Campus
Postcard Competition showcases the South West’s young creative talent
13 June 2023
Year 9 and 10 students from schools across Cornwall and Devon showcased their creativity with our po...

Business students collaborate with Hub Box
28 March 2023
First year Business students are working with Hub Box to explore enhancements to their customer offe...

Falmouth supports Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra
24 March 2023
Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra is a project offering free and experimental music sessions for young ...

Middle Watch narrowly misses the win at 2023 BAFTAs
21 February 2023
The Falmouth community was rooting for the team behind short animation Middle Watch during Sunday’...

The Games Academy prepares for 2023 Global Game Jam
01 February 2023
Book your spot to join Falmouth University's Games Academy for the Global Game Jam event this weeken...

Still from BAFTA nominated short animation Middle Watch
BAFTA nomination for short animation Middle Watch
24 January 2023
The BAFTA nominated short animation was partly funded by Falmouth University and co-directed by Falm...

Space exploration virtual reality experience set to launch
11 January 2023
A VR space exploration experience created by students from Falmouth University and Truro & Penwith C...

Textile Design graduate launches collection with Oasis
06 January 2023
Charlie Taylor tells us about her exclusive collection with fashion brand, Oasis.

Mark Jenkin’s ENYS MEN in cinemas 13 January
05 January 2023
ENYS MEN, Mark Jenkin's highly anticipated follow-up to the BAFTA-winning BAIT, will be hitting UK c...
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Sustainability at Falmouth
As an educational institution we're committed to operating in ways that are environmentally consciou...

Economic Impact Report
We commissioned an independent report to assess Falmouth University's contribution to Cornwall and t...

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Falmouth University we believe that positively engaging with equality, diversity and inclusion me...

Falmouth Campus
Subtropical gardens and light-flooded studios make Falmouth Campus a haven for creative practice. ...

Penryn Campus
Penryn Campus’s architectural innovation, outstanding facilities and state-of-the-art technology m...