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. 

    Opening our campuses to the community

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    SoCD graduate show students looking book

    Community Day

    Our annual Community Day was 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 were 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, there has been an array of inspirational work produced by our graduating students. 

    These events take place in May every year. If you missed it, you can check out some of the highlights on our Falmouth Shows page.

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    Two young children drawing during Falmouth University Community Day 2022
    A large 'Expo' sign greets arrivals at the 2022 Games Expo
    Families playing games in the gardens on Falmouth Campus
    Students playing games on PCs at the 2022 Games Expo

    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
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    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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    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

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    Falmouth University joins Cornwall National Landscape Partnership

    24 June 2024

    Falmouth University is to join the Cornwall National Landscape Partnership in a move spearheaded by ...

    Falmouth University joins Cornwall National Landscape Partnership
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    Student sailing

    Falmouth student relishes adventure at sea with Tall Ships Youth Trust

    28 May 2024

    Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons) student Mim Hughes recently put aside the home comfort...

    Falmouth student relishes adventure at sea with Tall Ships Youth Trust
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    Women in Sound: Falmouth student and graduate produce podcast for Hypatia Trust

    10 January 2024

    Astra Jeffree and graduate Amy Colman have produced a podcast for The Hypatia Trust that aims to amp...

    Women in Sound: Falmouth student and graduate produce podcast for Hypatia Trust
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    Penryn Campus

    Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

    27 September 2023

    Falmouth University and the University of Exeter have signed a Civic University Agreement with Cornw...

    Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
    Falmouth University Vice Chancellor and Chief Exectutive signs Armed Forces Covenant
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    Falmouth University signs covenant to recognise the contribution of armed services personnel and their families

    27 June 2023

    Falmouth University’s Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive has signed the Armed Forces Covenant on ...

    Falmouth University signs covenant to recognise the contribution of armed services personnel and their families
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    Falmouth University community plants 500 trees in partnership with PlantOne

    21 June 2023

    Through its partnerhsip with PlantOne, Falmouth University has planted 500 trees at the Trefusis Est...

    Falmouth University community plants 500 trees in partnership with PlantOne
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    Games Expo student visit

    Schools and colleges welcomed at Games Expo

    20 June 2023

    Students from schools and colleges across the UK visit our annual Games Expo.  

    Schools and colleges welcomed at Games Expo
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    Postcard competition exhibition display at Falmouth campus

    Exhibition of postcards on Falmouth Campus

    Postcard Competition showcases the South West’s young creative talent

    13 June 2023

    Year 9 and 10 students from schools across Cornwall and Devon showcased their creativity with our po...

    Postcard Competition showcases the South West’s young creative talent
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    Duchess of Edinburgh talking to Games students

    HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Falmouth

    09 June 2023

    Falmouth welcomed HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh to its Penryn Campus.

    HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visits Falmouth
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    National Saturday Club art and design

    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

    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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    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
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    Research & Knowledge Exchange CATT conference

    Knowledge Exchange

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

    Knowledge Exchange

    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
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    Our Outreach team supports students from all backgrounds with their creativity and access to higher education through 1-1, school and college support.

    Discover our short courses

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

    Find a short course
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    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

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    Marketing MSc

    Join upcoming events

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    ArtsCentre Cuban Salsa Course Spring 2024

    Wed 02 Oct 2024

    Various dates, please see event listing

    Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Improvers

    In-person

    If you have already discovered the joy of salsa dancing and now wish to build upon the basics, this ...

    Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Improvers
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    Wed 02 Oct 2024

    Doors open 20:00, event starts 20:30

    The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Will Owen and Tom Glover

    In-person

    Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy laugh out loud comedy from some of the hott...

    The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Will Owen and Tom Glover
    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 05 Oct 2024

    Multiple dates, please see course details

    Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course

    In-person

    A block of classes aimed at Beginners to learn the fundamentals of Classical Ballet Technique. Come ...

    Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course
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    ArtsCentre Cuban Salsa Course Spring 2024

    Mon 07 Oct 2024

    Various dates, please see event listing

    Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Beginners

    In-person

    Join our salsa dance course where you'll master the fundamental footwork and rhythms of Cuban Salsa.

    Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Beginners
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    ArtsCentre Going Going Autumn 2024

    Wed 09 Oct 2024

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Going, Going: DISTANT DANCES

    In-person

    DISTANT DANCES presents an evening of live music & dance performance, initiated by dancer and choreo...

    Going, Going: DISTANT DANCES
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    NSC

    Sat 12 Oct 2024

    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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    Sat 12 Oct 2024

    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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    School of Film & Television 19 - Camera

    Sat 12 Oct 2024

    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
    A performer sat down with their kegs out holding a suit with a red dress on against a blue and yellow backdrop
    ArtsCentre Lady Made Autumn 2024

    Wed 16 Oct 2024

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Lady Nade plus Support

    In-person

    With nominations for Artist of the Year at the AMAUK Awards, and a Song of the Year win at the UK Am...

    Lady Nade plus Support
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    Arts Centre Jam Jar Theatre Image 2 Autumn 2024

    Sat 02 Nov 2024

    Doors open 14:15, performance starts at 14:30

    Jam Jar Theatre: How A Jellyfish Saved the World

    In-person

    Jam Jar Theatre Company presents a tentacle-tapping puppetry musical, for children and adults, frien...

    Jam Jar Theatre: How A Jellyfish Saved the World
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    Wed 06 Nov 2024

    Doors open 20:00, event starts 20:30

    The Comedy Network: Alice Sneddon, Finlay Christie and Tom Glover

    In-person

    Come and unwind at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar a...

    The Comedy Network: Alice Sneddon, Finlay Christie and Tom Glover
    A performer on stage in a dance position with the projection of the sun behind them
    ArtsCentre Lila Dance Autumn 2024

    Sat 09 Nov 2024

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Lila Dance: Fault Lines

    In-person

    Fault Lines pulls at the tension in our relationship with nature. Our constant pursuit of progress i...

    Lila Dance: Fault Lines
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    ArtsCentre Gigglemug Theatre Bean Spillers Updated August 2024

    Sat 23 Nov 2024

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Gigglemug Theatre | The Bean Spillers: The Improvised Musical All About Gossip

    In-person

    Looking for a hilarious and unforgettable night out? Look no further than The Bean Spillers, an awar...

    Gigglemug Theatre | The Bean Spillers: The Improvised Musical All About Gossip
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    ArtsCentre Cara Dillon 02 Spring 2024 - shortened 2

    Sat 30 Nov 2024

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Cara Dillon

    In-person

    Cara Dillon, an extraordinary, multiple award-winning Irish folk singer and acclaimed musician and p...

    Cara Dillon
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    Wed 04 Dec 2024

    Doors open 20:00, event starts 20:30

    The Comedy Network: Nathan D'Arcy Roberts, Annabel Marlow and Tom Glover

    In-person

    Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy laugh out loud comedy from some of the hott...

    The Comedy Network: Nathan D'Arcy Roberts, Annabel Marlow and Tom Glover
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    ArtsCentre Company Chameleon Spring 2025

    Sat 25 Jan 2025

    Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

    Company Chameleon | Double Bill: Push and Umbra

    In-person

    A powerful double bill by Company Chameleon.

    Company Chameleon | Double Bill: Push and Umbra

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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.