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The best things about Cornwall in winter

This article was written by Creative Advertising BA(Hons) student, Becca. Although Cornwall is best known for its sun-kissed beaches and ...

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Falmouth Town High Street

Why Falmouth is the place to study creative subjects

07 April 2025

As a Cornish local, I’ve always known that Falmouth is special. This vibrant coastal town on Cornw...

Why Falmouth is the place to study creative subjects
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My experiences of applying to University through UCAS

19 August 2024

When deciding on my university, I not only considered what would be vital for me to grow professiona...

My experiences of applying to University through UCAS
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How I met my friends at university

23 April 2025

May shares her experience of making friends at uni and explains how the best friendships can take ti...

How I met my friends at university
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Weekends in Cornwall as a Falmouth University student

07 May 2025

See how Amelie spends her weekends in Cornwall.

Weekends in Cornwall as a Falmouth University student
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Enjoying student life on a budget

16 April 2025

A Falmouth student's top tips on how to enjoy student student life whilst sticking to a budget.

Enjoying student life on a budget

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Winter - cold dips

The best things about Cornwall in winter

04 December 2025

Creative Advertising student, Becca shares her favourite things about winter in Cornwall.

The best things about Cornwall in winter

Why Falmouth's online Fine Art master's is the best course I've ever done

27 November 2025

Fine Art MA (Online) student Claire Rookes tells us about a recent course residential trip and why

Why Falmouth's online Fine Art master's is the best course I've ever done
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How to prepare for your university audition

23 October 2025

In this video, Val shares her audition experience at Falmouth.

How to prepare for your university audition
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Travelling between Falmouth and Penryn Campus

25 September 2025

See the available transport links between Falmouth and Penryn.

Travelling between Falmouth and Penryn Campus
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5 reasons to attend a university Open Day

16 September 2025

Alice shares her top 5 reasons for attending an Open Day.

5 reasons to attend a university Open Day
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What I've gained as a Student Ambassador

08 September 2025

As an ambassador, I have been provided with so many opportunities and I will talk about a few of

What I've gained as a Student Ambassador
Open Day ambassadors on campus
Open Day ambassadors on campus

Just starting Uni? Here’s one role that will make you feel at home

08 September 2025

If you’re reading this blog, you are most likely just starting University.

Just starting Uni? Here’s one role that will make you feel at home
Open Day
Open Day

Top 5 reasons why you should become a Student Ambassador

08 September 2025

I’ve been an ambassador for the past two years and I have loved it! Here are 5 reasons why you

Top 5 reasons why you should become a Student Ambassador
Falmouth University students on Gylly Beach at dusk
Falmouth Students on Gylly Beach at dusk

Tips for the first year of university

20 August 2025

Current student, Amelie offers her tips for the first year of university. 

Tips for the first year of university
Nathan Holt

Applying to university with an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

05 August 2025

Fine Art MA (Online) student Nathan discusses how he applied for the course via the APEL route and

Applying to university with an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

Falmouth hosts Contemporary Women’s Writing conference

25 July 2025

Earlier this summer Falmouth students joined academics and women’s writing enthusiasts in the lush

Falmouth hosts Contemporary Women’s Writing conference
Olly Musson

Creating my first game on the Indie Game Development MA (Online) course

22 July 2025

Making a video game from scratch might sound like a huge challenge, and parts of it certainly are

Creating my first game on the Indie Game Development MA (Online) course

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