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Penryn Campus Pano 2021

A short guide to becoming a mature student at Falmouth (from a mature student!)

08 May 2025

If you’re wondering whether Falmouth University welcomes mature students, or whether there are man...

A short guide to becoming a mature student at Falmouth (from a mature student!)
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The student accommodation I didn’t want… and why I wouldn’t change a thing!

07 May 2025

When I got my offer to study Illustration at Falmouth University, I was over the moon. Getting into ...

The student accommodation I didn’t want… and why I wouldn’t change a thing!
A block of student accommodation with a lamp
Glasney village exterior

Allocated a Shared Room: advice for when you don't get your first choice accommodation

07 May 2025

Falmouth has many great accommodation choices. From the bright, spacious Maritime Studios to Tuke Ho...

Allocated a Shared Room: advice for when you don't get your first choice accommodation
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Falmouth Town High Streen

The perks of living in Falmouth when studying in Penryn

07 May 2025

Once you’re over the hump of choosing which uni to go to, finding out which halls of residence you...

The perks of living in Falmouth when studying in Penryn
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Weekends in Cornwall as a Falmouth University student

07 May 2025

See how Amelie spends her weekends in Cornwall.

Weekends in Cornwall as a Falmouth University student
A wooden puppet with two heads by Liam Smith-Valle
Puppet by Liam Smith-Valle_crop_Animation

Studying Animation at Falmouth as an international student

28 April 2025

Hear from Liam on his experience of studying Animation as an international student.

Studying Animation at Falmouth as an international student
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Alanis 2

My experience studying online with ADHD

24 April 2025

Hey, my name’s Alanis and I study Sustainable Fashion online with Falmouth. Last month I was diagn...

My experience studying online with ADHD
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May Woodford with friends - student voice

How I met my friends at university

23 April 2025

May shares her experience of making friends at uni and explains how the best friendships can take ti...

How I met my friends at university
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Rachel Roberts

Embarking on a new academic adventure as a mature student

22 April 2025

Hello curious readers and future students! As a mature student stepping back into the academic world...

Embarking on a new academic adventure as a mature student
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A day in the life of a Theatre & Performance student

16 April 2025

Student, Kat shows us a day in the studio where she's rehearsing for her final assessment.

A day in the life of a Theatre & Performance student
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Enjoying student life on a budget

16 April 2025

A Falmouth student's top tips on how to enjoy student student life whilst sticking to a budget.

Enjoying student life on a budget
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David Ayling

Why I chose to study Creative Writing online

14 April 2025

Hi, my name is David and I’m currently studying an online degree in Creative Writing.

Why I chose to study Creative Writing online
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Kylie Merrick

Why I chose to study Fine Art online

11 April 2025

Hi, I’m Kylie Merrick, a mature student studying the online Fine Art master’s at Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Fine Art online
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Alanis

Why I chose to study Sustainable Fashion online

10 April 2025

Hey, my name's Alanis and I study Sustainable Fashion online with Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Sustainable Fashion online
A Falmouth University student stood up presenting to other students in a seminar
School of Writing and Journalism students discussing work in seminar

Dealing with stress and anxiety surrounding exam and deadline season

08 April 2025

In the whirlwind of exam season, stress can become an unwelcome companion for many students. The pre...

Dealing with stress and anxiety surrounding exam and deadline season
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Falmouth Town High Street

Why Falmouth is the place to study creative subjects

07 April 2025

As a Cornish local, I’ve always known that Falmouth is special. This vibrant coastal town on Cornw...

Why Falmouth is the place to study creative subjects
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Swanpool Beach in summer

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?

07 April 2025

As I am halfway through my time studying here at Falmouth, the vibrancy and uniqueness of the town c...

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?
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Students at Penryn Campus

Advice from my mumma and I; for parents and new students

07 April 2025

Seeing your child off to University is a very daunting experience, it’s a step towards a new way o...

Advice from my mumma and I; for parents and new students
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Fox Hill

My guide for parents with children moving to Falmouth University

07 April 2025

It can be a very daunting time for students moving away from home for the first time to go to univer...

My guide for parents with children moving to Falmouth University
Ooshi
Ooshi

My Experience as a Transgender Student at Falmouth University

28 March 2025

So, we’ll all agree here, being transgender is tough! When I applied for university, I was som...

My Experience as a Transgender Student at Falmouth University

Upcoming events

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Fri 09 May 2025

Campus Tours occur on Wednesdays & Fridays. Please find all May dates below.

Campus Tours in May 2025

In-person

Book a Campus Tour now to discover our beautiful campus grounds and explore our vast range of profes...

Campus Tours in May 2025
Creative Advertising taster session
Creative Advertising taster session

Mon 12 May 2025

12:00 - 13:00

MA Creative Advertising Course Overview and Live Q&A

Online

Discover everything you need to know about our Postgraduate Creative Advertising MA at Falmouth Univ...

MA Creative Advertising Course Overview and Live Q&A
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Film MA image of group

Mon 12 May 2025

13:00 - 14:00

MA Feature Filmmaking | Course Overview & Live Q&A

Online

Discover everything you need to know about MA Feature Filmmaking at Falmouth University.

MA Feature Filmmaking | Course Overview & Live Q&A
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ArtsCentre All My Love Summer 2025

Mon 12 May 2025

Various dates, please see event listing

Final Curtain Theatre: All My Love

In-person

Final Curtain Theatre proudly presents All My Love, a deeply moving and tragic queer love story that...

Final Curtain Theatre: All My Love
Photoshop Short Course
Photoshop Short Course

Tue 13 May 2025

13 & 14 May 18.00 - 21.00 | Price: £150

Short Course: Propel your Photoshop skills to the next level | Evenings | May 2025

Online

Our Photoshop – propel your skills to the next level course is perfect for anyone who wants to exp...

Short Course: Propel your Photoshop skills to the next level | Evenings | May 2025
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Tue 13 May 2025

13 & 14 May, 18.00-21.00 | Price:£150

Short Course: Propel your skills to the next level with Adobe Illustrator | Evenings | May 2025

Online

Enhance your beginner design skills with our engaging two part course. Learn how to cut and reshape ...

Short Course: Propel your skills to the next level with Adobe Illustrator | Evenings | May 2025
An image of Estella Hurlock sat on a blue chair wearing a green outfit in front of a large audio mixing desk
ArtsCentre Estella Hurlock Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 09:50, performance starts at 10:00

Estella Hurlock

In-person

Dolby Atmos Soundscape Performance: Inspired By Macbeth, an undoing.

Estella Hurlock
A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

HLP / Hamilton Live Productions CIC

In-person

HLP Hamilton Live Productions is a community-driven event promotion agency, that is dedicated to sup...

HLP / Hamilton Live Productions CIC
A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

Sean Butcher

In-person

A Playback session featuring the work of Sean Butcher.

Sean Butcher
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ArtsCentre Michael Freeman Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 11:50, performance starts at 12:00

DJ Freeman: Printed Circuit Beats

In-person

Printed Circuit Beats: DJ Freeman, backed by 30 years in the business, will perform an eclectic sele...

DJ Freeman: Printed Circuit Beats
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Tropical falmouth gardens

Wed 14 May 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session

Online

In this session we'll give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for y...

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session
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ArtsCentre Gaia Moura Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Gaia Moura

In-person

Navigating between dark melodies and falsetto, Gaia Moura explores vulnerability, emotions and intim...

Gaia Moura
A photo of Sentra Rendell wearing a black outfit against a white backdrop
ArtsCentre Senara Rendell Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

Senara

In-person

This album invokes a range of emotions, driven by both spirit and anguish.

Senara
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ArtsCentre Lauri Thomson UPDATED Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 13:50, performance starts at 14:00

‘Vuorloz’ by Lauri Thomson

In-person

This project was initially inspired by darkness. Although a shift in presentation has occurred, the ...

‘Vuorloz’ by Lauri Thomson
A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

Three Body Problem

In-person

Three Body Problem combines the Gothic and Trip hop into a project that focuses on the separation we...

Three Body Problem
A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

G Mena-Gutierrez

In-person

A Playback session featuring the work of G Mena-Gutierrez.

G Mena-Gutierrez
Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens.
Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens

Wed 14 May 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Employability Support Webinar

Online

Join our online session discussing what employability support there is available at Falmouth Univers...

Employability Support Webinar
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ArtsCentre Gabrielle Semmens Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 15:50, performance starts at 16:00

Violetic

In-person

Violetic is an electronic music artist blending synthwave, chill pop, and electronic techno.

Violetic
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ArtsCentre Marcel Ros Rydh Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

YvngKa$hi

In-person

This playback showcase moves through two contrasting sections.

YvngKa$hi
A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

Wed 14 May 2025

Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 18:00

Lathkill

In-person

Lathkill is music for the shell of a man.

Lathkill