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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Wed 04 Oct 2023

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Sam Williams & Tom Glover

In-person

Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab...

The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Sam Williams & Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Made In Cornwall Showcase Autumn 2023

Thu 05 Oct 2023

Doors open 19:45, event starts at 20:00

Made in Cornwall Scratch Night

In-person

Are you interested in how performance work is made? Come and be part of the audience at our Made ...

Made in Cornwall Scratch Night
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ArtsCentre Mermaids Musical In A Day Autumn 2023

Sat 07 Oct 2023

10:00 - 17:00

Mermaids: Musical in a Day Workshop

In-person

Have you ever wondered how a musical is created? Come along and join us for a unique, day-long works...

Mermaids: Musical in a Day Workshop
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NSC

Sat 07 Oct 2023

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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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
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School of Film & Television 19 - Camera

Sat 07 Oct 2023

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

National Saturday Club: Film & Screen

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

National Saturday Club: Film & Screen
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ArtsCentre Tom Jackson-Greaves All That Glitters Autumn 2023

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Door open 17:15, performance starts at 17:30

Tom Jackson-Greaves: All That Glitters

In-person

A story of hot rocks, cowboys and queerness. 10 months ago Cornish performer and director Tom J...

Tom Jackson-Greaves: All That Glitters
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ArtsCentre Coppice Theatre Workshop Autumn 2023

Wed 11 Oct 2023

13:30 - 17:30 on the dates listed below

Creating Work for Children & Families with Michael Tonkin-Jones

In-person

Over four afternoons you will work with Michael from Coppice Theatre to explore the process of creat...

Creating Work for Children & Families with Michael Tonkin-Jones
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ArtsCentre Scratchworks Theatre HAGS Autumn 2023

Wed 11 Oct 2023

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

Scratchworks Theatre Company: Hags - A Magical Extravaganza

In-person

In Bideford in 1682, the final witch trial in Britain took place. Three women were accused of witchc...

Scratchworks Theatre Company: Hags - A Magical Extravaganza
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ArtsCentre Touch Autumn 2023

Sat 14 Oct 2023

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

Touki: Amadou Diagne & Cory Seznec

In-person

Amadou Diagne has centuries of West African Music at his fingertips. Cory Seznec is a musical wander...

Touki: Amadou Diagne & Cory Seznec
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ArtsCentre Coppice Theatre Autumn 2023

Sat 21 Oct 2023

Doors open 14:45, performance starts at 15:00

Coppice Theatre: Tales from a Haunted Book Shop

In-person

A spooky show of terrible tales, bothersome books and gruesome goings on! The Haunted Bookshop has a...

Coppice Theatre: Tales from a Haunted Book Shop
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Wed 08 Nov 2023

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

The Comedy Network: Huge Davies, Alex Kealy & Tom Glover

In-person

Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab...

The Comedy Network: Huge Davies, Alex Kealy & Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Theo Clinkard The Days Autumn 2023

Sat 11 Nov 2023

Door open 18:45, performance starts at 19:00

Theo Clinkard: The Days

In-person

The Days invites the audience to share an encounter with two exceptional performers, Maria Nurmela a...

Theo Clinkard: The Days
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ArtsCentre Notflix Autumn 2023 - shortened

Sat 25 Nov 2023

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

Notflix

In-person

The "Spice Girls of improv" return in their five star, sell-out, totally improvised musical comedy N...

Notflix
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ArtsCentre FitkinWall Autumn 2023

Sat 02 Dec 2023

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

FitkinWall: Harpland

In-person

Internationally renowned harp and electronica duo FitkinWall follow threads of migration, loss and l...

FitkinWall: Harpland
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ArtsCentre Comedy Network Brand - shortened 3

Wed 06 Dec 2023

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

The Comedy Network: Luke Honorary, Karen Bayley & Tom Glover

In-person

Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab...

The Comedy Network: Luke Honorary, Karen Bayley & Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Cara Dillon 02 Spring 2024 - shortened 2

Sat 05 Oct 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

Opening our campuses to the community

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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
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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

Falmouth University Vice Chancellor and Chief Exectutive signs Armed Forces Covenant
Armed Forces Covenant Falmouth University

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
Close up of volunteers planting tree in the ground during Falmouth University's community tree planting event
Tree Planting Day - 8

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
Two male students playing a game at Falmouth University's Games Expo
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
The Duchess of Edinburgh talking to two Games Academy students in a studio
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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Holly Astle in front of mural

Graduate Spotlight: Illustrator Holly Astle

07 June 2023

Graduate Holly Astle has made her mark in Falmouth, creating colourful murals around town.

Graduate Spotlight: Illustrator Holly Astle
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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
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Fairtrade Fortnight 2023 at Falmouth University

25 May 2023

Here's how Falmouth engaged with Fairtrade Fortnight 2023. 

Fairtrade Fortnight 2023 at Falmouth University
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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

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.

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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
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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

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