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Finding a sense of community while studying online

16 April 2026

As a student, it’s incredibly important to connect with others during your studies, feel supported...

Finding a sense of community while studying online
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Glasney Student Village living space

Moving into Glasney Student Village as an international student

24 February 2026

Alexandro, reflects on his experience of living in Glasney as an international student.

Moving into Glasney Student Village as an international student
A group of Musical Theatre students dancing in a studio at Falmouth University
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Day in the life of a Musical Theatre student

11 February 2026

BA(Hons) Musical Theatre student, Val takes us through a typical day of studying at Falmouth Univers...

Day in the life of a Musical Theatre student
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How I earn money as a student - becca

How I earn money as a student

03 February 2026

Becca discusses 5 ways she earns money alongside her studies.

How I earn money as a student
Falmouth University MA Graphic Design students at a table
MA Graphic Design students at a table

You've accepted your offer - what next?

02 February 2026

So, you have accepted your offer to Falmouth University and now you need to know what to do next. Th...

You've accepted your offer - what next?
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Collaboration Film students

My experience of collaboration at Falmouth

02 February 2026

Alexandro explains how he collaborates with other students across the University.

My experience of collaboration at Falmouth
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Sam Judd Festival Management collaboration

Finding my creative voice through collaboration

28 January 2026

One of Sam's favourite things about Falmouth is collaborating with other students.

Finding my creative voice through collaboration
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Collaboration - Kat in Photography studio

What I learned from collaborating at Falmouth

26 January 2026

Read how collaborating with other students has enriched Kat's learning experience.

What I learned from collaborating at Falmouth
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Ethan, Musical Theatre student in the recording studio

Ethan in the recording studio learning about recording songs/vocal reels

Why I chose to study Musical Theatre at Falmouth

08 January 2026

Discover why current student, Ethan chose to study Musical Theatre at Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Musical Theatre at Falmouth
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Illustration work by Amelie

Work by Amelie Bailey Hall

Why I chose Falmouth's Illustration degree

07 January 2026

Illustration student, Amelie shares her experience of studying at Falmouth.

Why I chose Falmouth's Illustration degree
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Marla Journalism & Creative Writing

Why I chose to study Journalism & Creative Writing at Falmouth

07 January 2026

Journalism & Creative Writing student, Marla discusses why she chose to study at Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Journalism & Creative Writing at Falmouth
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Why I chose to study Business & Digital Marketing at Falmouth

06 January 2026

Second year student, Nivie shares why she chose her course at Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Business & Digital Marketing at Falmouth
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My Falmouth University interview experience

11 December 2025

Illustration BA(Hons) student, Amelie discusses her interview experience at Falmouth University.

My Falmouth University interview experience
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Why I chose to study my PGCHE online with Falmouth

09 December 2025

This article was written by Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE) (Online) graduate J...

Why I chose to study my PGCHE online with Falmouth
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Kat Theatre & Performance 8

Why I chose to study Theatre & Performance at Falmouth

09 December 2025

Find out why Falmouth's Theatre & Performance degree stood out to current student, Kat.

Why I chose to study Theatre & Performance at Falmouth
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Winter - cold dips

The best things about Cornwall in winter

04 December 2025

Creative Advertising student, Becca shares her favourite things about winter in Cornwall.

The best things about Cornwall in winter
A mixed group of Fine Art MA students from Falmouth University taking a selfie on Gyllyngvase Beach, Falmouth, Cornwall
Online Fine Art Master's Degree students

Why Falmouth's online Fine Art master's is the best course I've ever done

27 November 2025

Fine Art MA (Online) student Claire Rookes tells us about a recent course residential trip and why s...

Why Falmouth's online Fine Art master's is the best course I've ever done
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How to prepare for your university audition

23 October 2025

In this video, Val shares her audition experience at Falmouth.

How to prepare for your university audition
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Finding Home in Falmouth

02 October 2025

For many students, Falmouth can feel a million miles away and that was surely the case for me. Comin...

Finding Home in Falmouth
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5 reasons to attend a university Open Day

16 September 2025

Alice shares her top 5 reasons for attending an Open Day.

5 reasons to attend a university Open Day

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Mon 20 Apr 2026

12:00 - 13:00

MA Fine Art (Online) Masterclass

Online

Our Masterclasses give you an opportunity to hear from our academic experts on a wide range of hot i...

MA Fine Art (Online) Masterclass
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Business & Marketing (online) - 2023

Mon 20 Apr 2026

13:00 - 14:00

MA Writing for Script & Screen (Online) Masterclass

Online

In this MA Writing for Script & Screen (Online) Masterclass you'll hear from Dr. John Finnegan, scre...

MA Writing for Script & Screen (Online) Masterclass
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MA Illustration Authorial Practice student work Noah Frear

Work by Noah Frear

Mon 20 Apr 2026

13:00 - 14:00

MA Illustration (Online) Masterclass

Online

Our Masterclasses give you an opportunity to hear from our academic experts on a wide range of hot i...

MA Illustration (Online) Masterclass
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Indie Game Controllers

Mon 20 Apr 2026

18:00 - 19:00

MA Indie Game Development (Online) Masterclass

Online

Our Masterclasses give you an opportunity to hear from our academic experts on a wide range of hot i...

MA Indie Game Development (Online) Masterclass
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Education MA

Tue 21 Apr 2026

12:00 - 13:00

MA Creative Events Management (Online) Masterclass

Online

In this masterclass, you’ll explore how emergent technologies are transforming the events sector, ...

MA Creative Events Management (Online) Masterclass
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Tue 21 Apr 2026

17:00 - 18:00

MA User Experience Design (Online) Masterclass

Online

Join User Experience Design MA (Online) Course Leader, Liz Coulter-Smith, for a Masterclass explorin...

MA User Experience Design (Online) Masterclass
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Tue 21 Apr 2026

21st & 22nd April | 18.00-21.00 | Price: £125

Go Further With Illustrator - April

Online

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

Go Further With Illustrator - April
Short courses

Tue 21 Apr 2026

21st & 22nd April | 18:00 -21.00 | Price: £125

Get Started with Photoshop - April

Online

This Getting Started with Adobe Photoshop short course over 2 evenings in April 2026 is a great firs...

Get Started with Photoshop - April
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ACP Photoshop

Tue 21 Apr 2026

21st April - 13th May | Every Tues & Weds | 18:00 - 21:00 | £495

ACP Photoshop - April/May 2026 - Evenings

Online

This short course is ideal for both beginner-level Adobe Photoshop users and professionals seeking t...

ACP Photoshop - April/May 2026 - Evenings
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Parents at Open Day

Wed 22 Apr 2026

10:00 - 16:00

Offer Holders Day

In-person

We invite all offer holders to join us on campus, at one of our Offer Holders Days.  These d...

Offer Holders Day
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Online study

Wed 22 Apr 2026

14:00 - 15:00

MA Photography (Online) Masterclass

Online

Discover everything you need to know about Photography MA(Online) at Falmouth University. 

MA Photography (Online) Masterclass
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Wed 22 Apr 2026

16:00 - 17:00

Selecting Accommodation Preferences | Advice Webinar

Online

In this session, we’ll guide you through the different accommodation types available on the ballot...

Selecting Accommodation Preferences | Advice Webinar
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Premiere Pro ACP lead

Wed 22 Apr 2026

22nd & 23rd April | 18:00 - 21:00 | Price £125

Go Further With Premiere Pro - April 2026

Online

This course is perfect for those who have completed the 'Getting started' course or already have bas...

Go Further With Premiere Pro - April 2026
Online Study
Online Study

Thu 23 Apr 2026

12:00 - 13:00

MA Film & Television (Online) Masterclass

Online

In this MA Film & Television (Online) Masterclass, you'll hear from Dr Jem Mackay, Course Leader for...

MA Film & Television (Online) Masterclass
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Business & Marketing online 2024

Thu 23 Apr 2026

14:30 - 15:30

MSc Design Innovation | Course Overview and Live Q&A

Online

Discover everything you need to know about MSc Design Innovation.

MSc Design Innovation | Course Overview and Live Q&A
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Ann-Sophie_Wellbeing

Mon 27 Apr 2026

2 weeks online | £250

Wellbeing through Creativity - Spring 2026

Online

Online creative wellbeing course Spring 2026

Wellbeing through Creativity - Spring 2026
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New comedy writing

Tue 28 Apr 2026

13:00 - 14:00

In Conversation with our Online Postgraduate Students

Online

Join our online postgraduate students for an informal chat about their experiences of studying an on...

In Conversation with our Online Postgraduate Students
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Tue 28 Apr 2026

28th & 29th April | 18.00-21.00 | Price:£125

Propel your Illustrator Skills - April

Online

Enhance your beginner design skills with our engaging 2-part evening course. Learn how to cut and re...

Propel your Illustrator Skills - April
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Student on Photoshop short course

Tue 28 Apr 2026

28th & 29th April | 18.00-21.00 | £125

Go Further with Photoshop - April

Online

Our Go Further with Photoshop two part course is perfect for anyone who wants to expand their skills...

Go Further with Photoshop - April
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Falmouth campus ping pong

Wed 29 Apr 2026

16:00 - 17:00

Moving to Falmouth | Advice Webinar

Online

Join our webinar to hear from our students about why they chose to move to Falmouth, what it was lik...

Moving to Falmouth | Advice Webinar