School of Communication
Welcome to the School of Communication
From advertising, marketing and graphic design to creative writing, publishing and journalism – studying at the School of Communication means you’ll work on live briefs and learn from industry experts like Rory Sutherland and Simon Armitage, as well as Writers in Residence including Alice Oswald and Wyl Menmuir.
Through access to industry contacts like these, incredible facilities and opportunities for placements with the likes of the BBC, Condé Nast and global advertising agencies, you’ll be challenged, inspired and raring to begin your career.
With the chance to work on live briefs while you study, the opportunity to collaborate across the creative sector and industry-leading guest speakers and Writers in Residence, the School of Communication gives tomorrow’s storytellers the insights, skills and confidence to succeed across an exciting range of professions.
Our Communication courses

Comedy Writing MA (Online)
Get the skills, tools and industry insights to push your projects to the top of the commissioning ed...

Communication Design MA
Work in an interdisciplinary studio environment, where designing and communicating meaningful and ef...

Creative Advertising BA(Hons)
Turn your ideas into powerful advertising campaigns with impact.

Creative Advertising MA
Master the contemporary craft of advertising. On this innovative master's course, you’ll ente...

Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Experiment with all forms of writing to find your passion and develop your writing voice. Explore au...

Creative Writing BA(Hons) (Online)
Whether you dream of penning novels, writing for games, creating compelling digital campaigns or wri...

English & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Join a celebration of literature and writing. You’ll read critically and widely, learning about hi...

Graphic Design BA(Hons)
Graphic Design is one of the most versatile visual disciplines, embracing words and pictures, form a...

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Graphic Design MA (Online)
Throughout this online Graphic Design master’s course, you will explore design on an international...

Integrated Foundation Year BA/BSc(Hons)
Explore your creativity and expand your professional skills by entering the creative industries on a...

Journalism & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Kick-start your career as a writer, learning how to analyse, practise and publish all forms of journ...

Marketing and Digital Communications MA (Online)
Elevate your marketing expertise for a digital-first world.

Marketing Communications BA(Hons)
In a world where technology is transforming how we live, work and play, marketers must be fast, flex...

Media BA(Hons)
Today’s fast-paced media landscape is calling out for brave and flexible storytellers. On this Med...

Media Production BA(Hons)
An exciting and market-driven fusion of filmmaking, advertising and journalism, this Media Productio...

Professional Writing MA
Forge a successful career in professional writing. You’ll stretch your writing skills across disci...

Writing for Script & Screen MA (Online)
Gain the writing techniques, industry know-how, professional skills and experience of collaborative ...
Explore our media equipment and facilities
As part of our School of Communication, you'll have access to our dedicated writers' room and events space, The Lighthouse, along with The Soundhouse and The Shed, which offer podcasting facilities and a study hub.
Meet Abbie, a third-year Graphic Design student at Falmouth University with a passion for publication design.
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Why I chose to study Creative Writing online
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Online students join forces on new creative business
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Professional Writing MA alumna set to release debut novel with HarperCollins imprint
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Falmouth graduates collaborate to secure 5 book deal with children's publisher
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Since graduating, Sarah Oliver has gone on to become a Sunday Times bestselling author, publishing o...

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Studio Kiln: the Falmouth alumni with global clients
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Nathan Smith and Charlie Hocking met by chance in a shared workspace and quickly realised they had a...

Journalism student lands new role with London Daily News
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Maisie Milward’s enthusiasm for writing has led to her securing work as a writer for London Daily ...

Embarking on a new academic adventure as a mature student
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Hello curious readers and future students! As a mature student stepping back into the academic world...

Meet our online Screenwriters
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Falmouth's established Writing for Script & Screen MA (Online) course has garnered a passionate and ...

Studying online as a working parent
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Hi, my name is David and I’m currently studying an online degree in Creative Writing.

Simeon Berends on a career shaped by curiosity
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When Simeon Berends walked through the doors of a local radio station as a teenager, he was hoping f...

“Have a strong idea at the heart of every creative project,” says James Flint
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After graduating from the Graphic Design BA(Hons) in 2012, James Flint got a lucky break as an inter...

Illustration graduate redraws future in games industry
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Originally enrolled in Falmouth’s Illustration BA(Hons) course, Thomas soon realised that his pass...
