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First-year student Ruby shares her experience of moving far from home to study at Falmouth University, and why it’s worth the journey.

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Dealing with stress and anxiety surrounding exam and deadline season

08 April 2025

In the whirlwind of exam season, stress can become an unwelcome companion for many students. The pre...

Dealing with stress and anxiety surrounding exam and deadline season
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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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Glasney Student Village

Which student accommodation is right for me?

03 March 2025

Get insights from students about our range of university accommodation.

Which student accommodation is right for me?
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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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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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Discover Cornwall's thriving creative community through our students' eyes

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A day in the studio as a Graphic Design student

27 May 2025

Follow second-year Graphic Design student, Ella, as she spends a day in the studio.

A day in the studio as a Graphic Design student
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Moving to Falmouth University as an international student

13 May 2025

See how Alex travels from his home in Luxembourg to Falmouth and why it's worth the journey.

Moving to Falmouth University as an international student
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Penryn Campus Pano 2021

A short guide to becoming a mature student at Falmouth (from a mature student!)

08 May 2025

If you’re wondering whether Falmouth University welcomes mature students, or whether there are many

A short guide to becoming a mature student at Falmouth (from a mature student!)
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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
Penryn campus with path and rhododendrons
Penryn Campus gardens

Feeling safe at university: Why Falmouth was the right choice for me

19 December 2024

When choosing a university, one of Mariana's priorities was feeling safe in its environment.

Feeling safe at university: Why Falmouth was the right choice for me
Students and staff from Falmouth University's Photography MA in Paris
Photography MA (Online) Paris trip

Paris Photo and beyond: Highlights from my Photography MA (Online) study trip

19 November 2024

Online Photography MA student, Bhaskar Sitholey, reflects on his recent study trip to Paris.

Paris Photo and beyond: Highlights from my Photography MA (Online) study trip
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“An unforgettable experience”: MA Fine Art Online students soak up Cornwall’s art scene

21 August 2024

Dr Anupa Sahdev is a student artist in her second year of Falmouth’s online master’s in Fine Art

“An unforgettable experience”: MA Fine Art Online students soak up Cornwall’s art scene
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The LGBTQIA+ Community At Falmouth

30 July 2024

One of the amazing things about Falmouth University is that there is a large, supportive LGBTQIA+

The LGBTQIA+ Community At Falmouth
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My favourite hang out spots in Falmouth and Penryn

09 July 2024

As a new student, you’re in for a treat. Falmouth is brimming with fantastic spots to eat, relax and

My favourite hang out spots in Falmouth and Penryn
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Battle of the Bands: Student involvement in Falmouth’s music scene

10 May 2024

The Cornish Bank, a creative events space in Falmouth, recently hosted a Battle of the Bands contest

Battle of the Bands: Student involvement in Falmouth’s music scene
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A day at Falmouth Pride

07 May 2024

Experience Falmouth Pride through the lens of Ben, a Film BA(Hons) student, as he captures the

A day at Falmouth Pride
The Cornish Bank exterior building with pride flag
The Cornish Bank exterior building

How to enjoy Falmouth's music and theatre scene on a student budget

03 May 2023

Grace shares her favourite budget-friendly venues in Falmouth.

How to enjoy Falmouth's music and theatre scene on a student budget

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