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Birds Eye Penryn Campus

Why I chose to study Animation at Falmouth

08 May 2024

Choosing which course to study can be a daunting decision. You might find yourself drawn to the worl...

Why I chose to study Animation at Falmouth
Fashion photography student taking photo in studio
Fashion Photography student taking photo in studio

Why I chose to study in Falmouth’s Institute of Photography

08 May 2024

I knew very late that I wanted a career in photography, but I didn’t know my options. The idea of ...

Why I chose to study in Falmouth’s Institute of Photography
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SoFT combat fight filming studio

Why I chose to study Film at Falmouth University

08 May 2024

As a first year Film student, I couldn't think of a better place than Falmouth to study for 3 years....

Why I chose to study Film at Falmouth University
Game Art student working at computer
Game Art student working at computer

Why I chose to study in Falmouth’s Games Academy

08 May 2024

As an international student, diving into the university admission process in England was like steppi...

Why I chose to study in Falmouth’s Games Academy
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English & CW - 2023

Why I chose to study English and Creative Writing at Falmouth

08 May 2024

After I finished college, I was really unsure what I wanted to do. I knew that I’d always loved En...

Why I chose to study English and Creative Writing at Falmouth
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Fashion Design 1

Why I Chose to Study Fashion Design at Falmouth University

08 May 2024

When I started looking into my choices after finishing school, I was overwhelmed by all my options. ...

Why I Chose to Study Fashion Design at Falmouth University
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School of Writing and Journalism students discussing work in seminar

Dealing with stress and anxiety surrounding exam and deadline season

08 May 2024

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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Penryn campus sign

A home away from home… my experience at Falmouth as an international student

08 May 2024

Hey! I am Amrutha, an international student from India currently pursuing my second year as an Anima...

A home away from home… my experience at Falmouth as an international student
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Studying at Falmouth University as an international student

07 May 2024

After being here for nine months I have no doubt and I can confidently say that I study in the most ...

Studying at Falmouth University as an international student
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Fox Gardens Palms

Advice For Dealing With Exam Stress

07 May 2024

Here are some of the methods I’ve found help me most, to manage my mental energy and productivity.

Advice For Dealing With Exam Stress
Pride
Pride

A day at Falmouth Pride

07 May 2024

Experience Falmouth Pride through the lens of Ben, a Film BA(Hons) student, as he captures the essen...

A day at Falmouth Pride
Colourful oil paintings on white walls.
Fine Art Ella Squirrel student work
Work by Ella Squirrel

Why I chose to study Fine Art at Falmouth Uni

02 May 2024

After finishing school, I was certainly overwhelmed by all of my choices for what I could do going f...

Why I chose to study Fine Art at Falmouth Uni
Falmouth Town Photo Credit Lee Stephens
Falmouth Town Photo Credit Lee Stephens
Credit: Lee Stephens

Embracing Cornwall’s Charm: Why I chose to stay in Cornwall for university

02 May 2024

I’ve loved growing up in Cornwall. I feel so lucky to have grown up in arguably the most beautiful...

Embracing Cornwall’s Charm: Why I chose to stay in Cornwall for university
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Costume Design 4

Why I chose to study Costume Design for Film & Television at Falmouth

02 May 2024

Overall, I have found that choosing to study at Falmouth has been one of the best choices I could’...

Why I chose to study Costume Design for Film & Television at Falmouth
Student on cliffs
Student on cliffs

Why I chose to stay in Cornwall for university

02 May 2024

Deciding whether or not to leave Cornwall for university can be a tough decision, especially if you ...

Why I chose to stay in Cornwall for university
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Fal campus

Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth

02 May 2024

Deciding to go to university is a huge step for many students and choosing a course can be an even b...

Getting industry experience while studying at Falmouth
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Penryn Campus Pano 2021

How I picked up industry experience while studying

02 May 2024

Falmouth University is a great place to study if you want to get experience in the industry. The num...

How I picked up industry experience while studying
Fashion photography student taking photo in studio
Fashion Photography student taking photo in studio

Gaining work experience while you study

02 May 2024

Work experience is a daunting but rewarding experience. Having work experience while at university l...

Gaining work experience while you study
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Student Accommodation - Tuke House
Tuke House in the heart of Falmouth is purpose-built cluster of 11 buildings set around a central courtyard and contains 156 rooms, divided into flats of five.

What I brought to university

02 May 2024

As you get ready for university, packing is a big deal. Figuring out what to bring can be tough, esp...

What I brought to university
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Student life - Freshers event

What to bring to university

02 May 2024

September is near and you may be starting to dream of your future uni room and everything to take wi...

What to bring to university

Upcoming events

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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 10:30

Charlie Driver

In-person

Playback session featuring the work by Charlie Driver.

Charlie Driver
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 10:30

Guillermo Mena-Gutierrez

In-person

Playback session featuring the work by Guillermo Mena-Gutierrez.

Guillermo Mena-Gutierrez
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ArtsCentre Joe Nichols Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 11:30

Joe Nichols

In-person

Exploring the human aesthetics of electronic and popular music.

Joe Nichols
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 11:30

IAMTHEFORAGER

In-person

Two soundscapes specifically catered and designed to fit the themes from Nausicaa Valley of the Wind...

IAMTHEFORAGER
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 12:30

7th Heathen

In-person

Industrial and Dungeon Synth from the far south-west of Kernow.

7th Heathen
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Interior Design online 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

13:00 - 14:00

BA Interior Design (online) Taster Session and live Q&A

Online

Join the BA(Hons) Interior Design (Online) course team for a taster session in Interior Design.

BA Interior Design (online) Taster Session and live Q&A
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ArtsCentre Darcey Jones Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 13:30

Darcey Jones

In-person

Composer-producer Darcey Jones presents an audio-visual adventure, offering the experience of the ma...

Darcey Jones
The AMATA Arts Centre building on a sunny day
ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 13:30

Abby Rose

In-person

Embark on a transcendent journey through the depths of emotion with Abby’s ethereal piano album pl...

Abby Rose
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ArtsCentre Julian Race Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 14:30

Julian Race (and the FXO Quartet)

In-person

In this showcase, a selection of new pieces for string quartet will be presented, alongside a short ...

Julian Race (and the FXO Quartet)
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ArtsCentre James Mundy Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 14:30

James Mundy

In-person

James Mundy is a singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer with blues, rock, and singer-songwriter ...

James Mundy
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 15:30

Paige Baker

In-person

A collection of films and compositions presented to you exploring the different genres of the film a...

Paige Baker
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ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 15:30

Lucia Sorrell

In-person

This EP is a collaborative jazz album taking influence from voicing, harmonies and rhythms used in e...

Lucia Sorrell
The AMATA Arts Centre building on a sunny day
ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 16:30

Minnie Rose

In-person

Minnie Rose will be screening 40 minutes of the 2 hour 30 minute film ‘Beyond the Hills’ she res...

Minnie Rose
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ArtsCentre Jordan Hopkins Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 16:30

Jordan Hopkins

In-person

Jordan Hopkins is a sound artist and composer specialising in modular synthesis, field recording and...

Jordan Hopkins
Two Falmouth University students discussing images at an exhibition.
Students discussing Generated Consciousness by Holly Charles at BA Photography student exhibition Praxis
BA(Hons) Photography all years exhibition 'Praxis' © Amara Eno/MAYN Creative

Thu 09 May 2024

The showcase is open to the public from 10:00-17:00 every day (excluding Sundays & Mondays) from 9-15 May.

Integrated Foundation Year: Showcase 2024

In-person

Join our Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) students as they celebrate coming to the end of their firs...

Integrated Foundation Year: Showcase 2024
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ArtsCentre Louisa Edmonds Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Doors open 17:20, performance starts at 17:30

Louisa Edmonds

In-person

Step into the scathingly ethereal, dramatic, and sometimes gothic showcase by Louisa Edmonds. Featur...

Louisa Edmonds
The AMATA Arts Centre building on a sunny day
ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Playback event starts at 17:30

Lucas Falloon

In-person

Playback session featuring the work by Lucas Falloon.

Lucas Falloon
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ArtsCentre Naz Karagöz Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

duality

In-person

Welcome to the reality stimulator. Please leave your avatars in the entrance, your vessels though, a...

duality
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ArtsCentre Sass Brennan Summer 2024

Thu 09 May 2024

Doors open 20:20, performance starts at 20:30

Sass

In-person

An eclectic showcase from singer-songwriter Sass, fusing elements of Pop, Soul, Motown, and Indie mu...

Sass
The AMATA Arts Centre building on a sunny day
ArtsCentre AMATA Building Holding Image Summer 2024

Fri 10 May 2024

Playback event starts at 10:30

Olive Thomas

In-person

Playback session featuring the work by Olive Thomas.

Olive Thomas