Our Local Community

All the ways you can engage with your local university

We're not just a university in Cornwall, we're a university for Cornwall.

We are committed to sharing our spaces, resources and knowledge to support our local community to thrive. 

From community days, exhibitions and events, to business support and knowledge exchange, here's how you can benefit from everything that’s happening at Falmouth University. 

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A girl with her parents looking through sketchbooks at a Falmouth University Open Day
Open day mother father daughter girl art illustration

Sat 09 Sep 2023

10:30 - 13:00

Falmouth University National Saturday Clubs - Open Day

In-person

Join us at Falmouth University for this Open Day, and find out about our exciting Saturday Clubs

Falmouth University National Saturday Clubs - Open Day
Rachael Saunders: Falmouth Town
Falmouth Town by Rachel Saunders

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time

National Saturday Club: Art and Design

Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...

National Saturday Club: Art and Design
Model in two tone jumper and black leather jacket on red background.
BA(Hons) Fashion Photography - Loucaides
Work by Nicole Loucaides

Sat 07 Oct 2023

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...

National Saturday Club: Fashion and Business
Student behind camera.
School of Film & Television 19 - Camera

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time

National Saturday Club: Film & Media

Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...

National Saturday Club: Film & Media

Opening our campuses to the community

Students looking through a book, design work hanging from a line in front of them.
SoCD graduate show students looking book

Community Day

Our annual Community Day is the perfect opportunity for staff, students and the local community to get together and enjoy our beautiful Falmouth Campus.

Coinciding with our graduate shows, you'll be able to discover our graduating talent while enjoying creative workshops, lawn games and live entertainment.

Falmouth Showcase & Games Expo

Our graduate shows (Falmouth Showcase) and the Games Expo are the highlight of our events calendar. At every corner of our campuses, you'll find an array of inspirational work produced by our graduating students. 

From Advertising to Fine Art, Game Development to Interior Design, you'll discover just what our student community is made of. You'll also have the chance to purchase prints, books and artwork, and play our students' games. 

These events take place in May every year. 

See all events

Experience live performances at AMATA

Falmouth University's AMATA is a public venue that hosts a year-round programme of professional performances from globally touring artists, as well as local and student talent. Whether you're into live music, theatre, dance or comedy, you're sure to find something that fits the bill.

See what's on
Monette Allison playing guitar
A student reading at a table in the cafe on Penryn Campus
Penryn Campus Sustainability Cafe student reading

Enjoy our gardens & eateries


Across our Falmouth and Penryn campuses, you'll find an array of tropical flora, Italian orchards and beautiful lawns to enjoy. Visitors are also welcome in our cafes and food outlets, so feel free to pop in for coffee or a bite to eat.

Explore our campuses

Community news

Cornwall teenagers set to shine at National Saturday Club exhibition

26 May 2023

The National Saturday Club exhibition opens on 27 May at Falmouth's Fashion & Textiles Institute bef...

Cornwall teenagers set to shine at National Saturday Club exhibition
Gareth Farr Biscuits for Breakfast Promo
Biscuits for Breakfast - Gareth Farr

Biscuits for Breakfast: Lecturer's new play makes an impact beyond the stage

09 May 2023

While writing his new play, Acting lecturer Gareth Farr began a collaboration with a local chef and ...

Biscuits for Breakfast: Lecturer's new play makes an impact beyond the stage
Propeller students with AMATA staff after first National Youth Dance Company performance
Propeller x NYDC

Falmouth dancers join Sadler's Wells National Youth Dance company

28 April 2023

Two dancers from AMATA’s youth dance programme have joined the National Youth Dance Company. 

Falmouth dancers join Sadler's Wells National Youth Dance company
Illustrated mockup of Pydar Development
Pydar Development Design 4

Falmouth University announced as anchor tenant for Pydar development

26 April 2023

Falmouth University, Treveth Development and Cornwall Council have announced the completion of Heads...

Falmouth University announced as anchor tenant for Pydar development
Academics and artists who worked on AR app for Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens
Tremenheere Collaboration - Team

Enhancing Tremenheere's sculpture trail with augmented reality

28 March 2023

Academics in augmented reality at Falmouth University are collaborating with Tremenheere Sculpture G...

Enhancing Tremenheere's sculpture trail with augmented reality
A young person in a blue t-shirt with their hand on a synth
Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra synth

Falmouth supports Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra

24 March 2023

Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra is a project offering free and experimental music sessions for young ...

Falmouth supports Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra
Photo of 26 Cornwall book - light blue cover with A-Z of letters scattered in the shape of Cornwall  in white. Title reads: 26 places Cornwall / 26 Tyller yn Kernow
26 places Cornall Book

New photography and poetry book celebrates Cornish places

23 March 2023

Introducing 26 Places Cornwall / 26 Tyller yn Kernow - a book of poetry and photography celebrating ...

New photography and poetry book celebrates Cornish places
Letters spelling 'King Henry' with some of them different colours
King Henry title image

Falmouth graduates leading the production of new LGBTQ+ short film

22 March 2023

Two Falmouth graduates are heading up the production team behind 'King Henry'.

Falmouth graduates leading the production of new LGBTQ+ short film
Sand Art
Sand Art 1

Image courtesy of Jenna Hinton and Emily Smith

Landscape art project aims to boost wellbeing and creative curiosity  

09 March 2023

A Cornish ‘sand art’ master has coached a group of Falmouth University students through a projec...

Landscape art project aims to boost wellbeing and creative curiosity  
Underwater photo of a Clownfish (head on), with coral in the background.
Adam Tidman - Clownfish

Image: Adam Tidman

Photography students are preparing for the Red Sea exhibition

09 February 2023

Discover the work and experiences of student's who went on this year's Marine & Natural History Phot...

Photography students are preparing for the Red Sea exhibition

Contributing to our economy

We are the only university headquartered in Cornwall. As a significant local employer, driver of skills development and hub of local enterprise, boosting the region's economy is at the heart of our mission.

From Knowledge Exchange and business support to facilities hire and our employability services, see how we're supporting the local economy.

Business Support

We offer a suite of business support opportunities. From in-house expertise to industry connections and access to immersive technology solutions, we're here to help you towards the cutting edge of your sector.

We offer business-focused short courses to up-skill your team, equipment and facilities hire, and the ability to tap into our students' creative talents.

Go to Business Support

Knowledge Exchange

We champion the flow of knowledge in and out of the University to benefit the local economy. If you are a local business or organisation that wishes to share insights and ideas for growth, please get in touch with our Knowledge Exchange programme team.

Email Knowledge Exchange Team

Make the most of our facilities

Did you know you can hire our facilities and equipment? Whether you've got a creative project in the wings or you need a space for your community group to meet, we're here to help you make it happen.

Hire facilities & equipment
A woman operates a camera

Work with our students

Looking for student talent in your business?

Tap into our pool of creative skills by working with our students. Whether you have an internship to offer, a live brief you want fulfilled or a role out for recruitment, we can help you connect with our student community.

You can do this by connecting with our employability service, RealWORKS, or contacting our creative agency, Mayn Creative.

Work with our students

Marketing MSc
Marketing MSc

Get in touch

Community helpline

We are proud of the positive impact that our students make in our local area. 

We encourage all our students to be respectful and responsible members of the local community and emphasise the importance of this throughout each academic year. 

If you would like to report a student related concern or seek advice, please telephone our community issues helpline on 01326 370737 or email community@fxplus.ac.uk