Our Local Community

Falmouth

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. 

Opening our campuses to the community

The view through the gates of the garden on Falmouth campus
Garden

Explore our campuses


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

Explore our campuses

Make sure to visit us during our Community Day 2026

Our annual Community Day is the perfect opportunity for staff, students and the local community to get together and enjoy our beautiful Falmouth Campus. Find out more information by clicking on the link below.

Illustrated poster for Community Day event at Falmouth University
Community Day Banner

Sat 30 May 2026

10:00 - 16:00

Community Day 2026

In-person

We’re opening up our Falmouth University Campus at Woodlane for our Community Day: where we fling ...

Community Day 2026

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

Games Academy Facilities

Visit our Degree Shows and Games Expo

Our Degree Shows and the Games Expo are the highlight of our events calendar. At every corner of our campuses, there are an array of inspirational work produced by our graduating students. Our upcoming Degree Shows will take place from March 2026. Visit our Degree Shows page to see the schedule of events.

Degree Shows

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

Contributing to our economy & community

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.

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Academy for Innovation & Research

Working with Industry & Non Profit

From offering fully-funded business support and opening up our incredible facilities for hire, to connecting you with our talented students, see how we work with businesses, charities and community organisations.

Working with Industry & Non Profit
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Business Support & Expertise

Benefit from business consultancy, product and services development support, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and CPD for your workforce.

Business Support & Expertise
Research & Knowledge Exchange CATT conference
Research & Knowledge Exchange CATT conference

Knowledge Exchange

Here at Falmouth we champion Knowledge Exchange: the sharing of ideas, skills, expertise and physica...

Knowledge Exchange

Civic University Agreement

Falmouth University and the University of Exeter have signed a Civic University Agreement with Cornwall Council, the Council of the Isles of Scilly and the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board (ICB).

Find out more
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Discover our short courses

Move ahead in your career, expand your skillset, and explore new topics on our short courses.

Find a short course
Sustainable Business

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 or contacting our creative agency, Be Good.

Work with our students

Marketing MSc
Marketing MSc

Join upcoming events

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ArtsCentre Adult Ballet Classes Autumn 2024

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026

In-person

This block of six classes is for Adult Beginners to learn the fundamentals of Classical Ballet Techn...

Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026
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ArtsCentre Creative Dance Intensive Spring 2025

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Intensive Dates: 18-19 April 2026

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 3-6

In-person

Spend two-days with Grace Murdoch exploring, moving and creating an original piece of work.

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 3-6
A line of people dressed in black clothing doing ballet classes with a wall mounted barre looking at a mirror
ArtsCentre Adult Ballet Classes Autumn 2024

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Various dates, please see event listing

Adult Improvers Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026

In-person

This block of six classes is for Adult Improvers to build upon and progress the fundamentals of Clas...

Adult Improvers Ballet: Short Course - Spring 2026
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ArtsCentre VoTE Sonic Circle Spring 2026

Wed 22 Apr 2026

Workshop from 18:30 – 20:30

VotE Sonic Circle: April 2026

In-person

Over the past few years, Voices on the Edge have hosted events, roundtable discussions and workshops...

VotE Sonic Circle: April 2026
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ArtsCentre AMATA YP Classes Backyard Boogie Spring 2026

Sat 16 May 2026

Assemble at 10:45, performance starts at 11:00

AMATA Classes Site-Specific 2026: Backyard Boogie

In-person

Our outdoor performance this year is a Backyard Boogie. From buzzing bumblebees to a mad and marvell...

AMATA Classes Site-Specific 2026: Backyard Boogie
An open book in a nighttime garden with illuminated butterflies flying off of the pages
ArtsCentre AMATA YP Classes Site at Night Spring 2026

Sat 16 May 2026

Assemble at 20:45, performance starts at 21:00

AMATA Classes Site-Specific: Site at Night

In-person

For the first time we are venturing out to perform in the dark, with magical lights and creature...

AMATA Classes Site-Specific: Site at Night
ga

Thu 21 May 2026

The Games Expo opens on 21 May and ends on 23 May.

Games Expo 2026

In-person

The Games Expo will feature real, playable games made by our incredible Games Academy students.

Games Expo 2026
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Graphic Design Degree Show 2024

Fri 22 May 2026

22 - 30 May 2026

Degree Shows 2026

In-person

Join us on campus as we celebrate the talent and creativity of our final year students.

Degree Shows 2026
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ArtsCentre Cry Baby The Musical Summer 2026

Fri 29 May 2026

Various times, please see event listing

Tremough Follies: Cry-Baby The Musical

In-person

If you’re looking for a show that blends the romance of West Side Story with the energy and fun of...

Tremough Follies: Cry-Baby The Musical
Illustrated poster for Community Day event at Falmouth University
Community Day Banner

Sat 30 May 2026

10:00 - 16:00

Community Day 2026

In-person

We’re opening up our Falmouth University Campus at Woodlane for our Community Day: where we fling ...

Community Day 2026
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ArtsCentre CICS Spring 2026

Sat 30 May 2026

Doors open 12:45, performance starts at 13:00

Little Seeds Music: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller

In-person

Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and,...

Little Seeds Music: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
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ArtsCentre Adult Day of Dance Spring 2026

Sun 31 May 2026

Event runs from 10:00 - 16:00

Adult Day of Dance

In-person

This course is open to and created for adults of ranging abilities from complete beginners to those ...

Adult Day of Dance
A range of dancers performing on stage
ArtsCentre NYDC 2026 Summer 2026

Tue 14 Jul 2026

Various times, please see event listing

National Youth Dance Company x Alleyne Dance

In-person

For 2026, founders of award-winning Alleyne Dance – Sadé and Kristina Alleyne – have been appoi...

National Youth Dance Company x Alleyne Dance
A blurred images of young dancers moving quickly across a large stage with blue lighting from above and purple lighting from the sides
ArtsCentre Creative Dance Intensive Summer 2025

Sat 18 Jul 2026

Intensive Dates: 18-19 July 2026

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 7-13

In-person

Spend two-days with Grace Murdoch exploring, moving and creating an original piece of work.

Creative Dance Intensive | Years 7-13
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ArtsCentre Legally Blonde Summer School Summer 2026

Mon 17 Aug 2026

Summer School Dates 17-22 Aug 2026

Musical Theatre Summer School: Legally Blonde Jnr.

In-person

Do you have a passion for performance or ever dreamt of taking on a lead role in a musical? Now is y...

Musical Theatre Summer School: Legally Blonde Jnr.
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NSC

Sat 10 Oct 2026

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...

National Saturday Club: Art and Design
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School of Film & Television 19 - Camera

Sat 10 Oct 2026

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

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...

National Saturday Club: Film & Screen
Flick Holden Fashion Design
Flick Holden Fashion Design 4

Sat 10 Oct 2026

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
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ArtsCentre Cara Dillon Autumn 2026

Sat 21 Nov 2026

Doors open 19:00, performance starts at 19:30

Cara Dillon

In-person

Few voices linger in the soul like Cara Dillon’s. A towering figure in Irish music, she has earned...

Cara Dillon

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