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.
Join upcoming events
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
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...
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...
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...
Opening our campuses to the community
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.
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 campusesCommunity 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...
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 ...
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 University announced as anchor tenant for Pydar development
26 April 2023
Falmouth University, Treveth Development and Cornwall Council have announced the completion of Heads...
Enhancing Tremenheere's sculpture trail with augmented reality
28 March 2023
Academics in augmented reality at Falmouth University are collaborating with Tremenheere Sculpture G...
Falmouth supports Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra
24 March 2023
Cornwall Youth Noise Orchestra is a project offering free and experimental music sessions for young ...
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 ...
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'.
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...
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...
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.
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.
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.
Discover over 120 years of our creative history
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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.