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Student stories
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Travelling between Falmouth and Penryn Campus
25 September 2025
See the available transport links between Falmouth and Penryn.
5 reasons to attend a university Open Day
16 September 2025
Alice shares her top 5 reasons for attending an Open Day.
What I've gained as a Student Ambassador
08 September 2025
As an ambassador, I have been provided with so many opportunities and I will talk about a few of the...
Just starting Uni? Here’s one role that will make you feel at home
08 September 2025
If you’re reading this blog, you are most likely just starting University.
Top 5 reasons why you should become a Student Ambassador
08 September 2025
I’ve been an ambassador for the past two years and I have loved it! Here are 5 reasons why you sho...
Tips for the first year of university
20 August 2025
Current student, Amelie offers her tips for the first year of university.
Applying to university with an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)
05 August 2025
Fine Art MA (Online) student Nathan discusses how he applied for the course via the APEL route and h...
Falmouth hosts Contemporary Women’s Writing conference
25 July 2025
Earlier this summer Falmouth students joined academics and women’s writing enthusiasts in the lush...
Creating my first game on the Indie Game Development MA (Online) course
22 July 2025
Making a video game from scratch might sound like a huge challenge, and parts of it certainly are, b...
Come with me to visit BBC News in London
15 July 2025
Two Journalism & Creative Writing student had the opportunity to visit the global newsroom.
Joining Falmouth as my insurance choice
04 July 2025
My journey from A-Levels to my current degree choice was not at all streamlined. In my final year at...
My experience living in Glasney Student Village and what I wish I knew before moving in!
25 June 2025
Moving from home to university can be incredibly daunting, especially if that move is to somewhere y...
The 'Glasney Experience'
25 June 2025
If you're interested in studying at Falmouth University, there is a very strong chance you’ve alre...
Balancing online study with work and life
24 June 2025
When I first looked into studying for a master’s in Fine Art, one of my biggest questions was: Can...
Why I applied through Clearing
23 June 2025
Student, Deryn shares her experience of applying to Falmouth University through Clearing.
Choosing between Film BA and Television & Film Production BA at Falmouth
23 June 2025
Current student, Alex give a breakdown of the key differences between these two degrees.
Studying at university with endometriosis
23 June 2025
May, a student at Falmouth University offers her experience and advice for studying at university wi...
Falmouth University as an insurance choice: When things don't go to plan
21 June 2025
Decision-making can prove difficult at every stage in life, however making choices related to higher...
How parents and carers can support their child through Clearing
18 June 2025
Kylie, a mother and mature student, offers her advice for supporting your child through Clearing.
Advice for results day
13 June 2025
Get tips for staying calm before results day and advice for the day itself.
Upcoming events
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Fri 10 Oct 2025
10 October to 14 November | VLE Self Study 15 to the 28 November | Price:£690
Short Course: ACP Adobe Acrobat
Online
The ACP Adobe Acrobat Pro course covers creating, editing, organising, and securing PDFs. Topi...
Sat 11 Oct 2025
Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time
National Saturday Club: Art and Design
In-person
Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...
Sat 11 Oct 2025
Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time
National Saturday Club: Fashion and Business
In-person
Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...
Sat 11 Oct 2025
Applications for this National Saturday Club are now closed.
National Saturday Club: Film & Screen
In-person
Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...
Sat 11 Oct 2025
Workshop from 11:00 - 15:00
Summoning Esoteric Voices With Live Electronics
In-person
Following the Voices on the Edge artist residencies held at AMATA this summer, we are excited to wel...
Sat 11 Oct 2025
Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30
Ọkan by Maya & Toussaint
In-person
Ọkan is a breath of hope that leaves a lasting impact on all who witness the artistry, while also ...
Sun 12 Oct 2025
Workshop from 10:00 - 12:00
Ọkan Pro Dance Workshop
In-person
Join choreographer Ella Mesma (as part of Maya & Toussaint) as she leads a workshop inspired by Maya...
Mon 13 Oct 2025
13 & 20 October, 18:00 – 21:00 | Price:£150
Getting started with Adobe Photoshop | Evenings | October 2025
Online
If you’re new to Adobe Photoshop, this two part course is a great first step into the world of ima...
Mon 13 Oct 2025
13 October -01 December, weekly, Thursday evenings, 18:00 – 21:00
Short Course: ACP Photoshop - Weekly Evenings Autumn 2025
Online
Learn to edit imagery for web, print or mobile devices using Adobe Photoshop.
Tue 14 Oct 2025
14 October- 02 December, weekly, Tuesday evenings, 18:00 - 21:00 | Price: £690
Short Course: ACP Illustrator - Weekly Evenings | Autumn 2025
Online
Take advantage of the precision of sophisticated drawing tools, natural brushes, and a host of time-...
Tue 14 Oct 2025
14 October to 18th November 6pm to 9pm online sessions | VLE Self Study 19th November to 02 December| Price:£690
Short Course: ACP Adobe Express | Weekly | Autumn 2025
Online
Enhance your digital marketing skills with this course, focusing on key marketing concepts and hands...
Tue 14 Oct 2025
14 & 21 October | 18.00 - 21.00 | Price £150
Getting started with Adobe Express - October 2025
Online
Create stunning content quickly and easily.
Tue 14 Oct 2025
Tuesday's 14th & 21st October | 18:00 – 21:00 | Price £150
Short Course: Getting started with Adobe Illustrator | October 2025
Online
This course is for individuals wanting to grow their skills in Adobe Illustrator and learn handy fun...
Wed 15 Oct 2025
Workshop from 15:00 - 16:30
Workshop: Looking to fly?? with Off The Wall
In-person
Join us for an exciting and dynamic aerial Harness workshop. We’ll guide you through some foundati...
Wed 15 Oct 2025
16:00 - 17:00
Portfolio Advice | Webinar
Online
In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview. We’...
Wed 15 Oct 2025
Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30
Oddbodies: King Lear
In-person
Armed with only a drum, a guitar, a knife and a chair, this inventive, irreverent and highly accessi...
Sat 18 Oct 2025
Doors open 19:00, performance starts at 19:30
Alex Hart plus support from Emily Collis
In-person
Described by BBC Radio 2 presenter Mark Radcliffe as “the Stevie Nicks of Folk”. The south-west ...
Mon 20 Oct 2025
20 - 31 October | Flexible online study | Price: Free for CIoS Residents
Championing Sustainability | October 2025
Online
Empower yourself or your organisation to lead sustainable change with this two-week online course.
Wed 22 Oct 2025
13:00 - 14:00
An Introduction to Postgraduate Online Study
Online
Join our Course Advisors to discover how studying an online Postgraduate degree can fit with your pe...
Wed 22 Oct 2025
17:30 - 18:30
Personal Statement Masterclass (Mature Students)
Online
In this interactive planning session we’ll cover some tips and tricks for making your statement st...