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What to expect in your first week at Falmouth

08 July 2024

Despite all the preparation over the summer, the main thing that made me feel like I had officially ...

What to expect in your first week 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 a...

My favourite hang out spots in Falmouth and Penryn
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The Cornish Bank - Performance

My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth

07 December 2022

Sustainable Tourism Management BA(Hons) student Lucy shares her favourite things about student life ...

My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth
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Students at Koofi cafe

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

02 June 2023

Find tips on how to budget while studying at Falmouth.

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student
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How university helped to build my confidence

26 May 2023

Find out how university helped one student to build confidence and individuality.

How university helped to build my confidence

Student finances

Find out how our students manage their budget while at university

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My advice for working part-time alongside your studies

08 July 2024

While you're studying, working part-time may be something you're thinking about doing to earn a bit

My advice for working part-time alongside your studies
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Masterclass acting and theatre speaker 2

Working part-time alongside your studies

08 July 2024

Hi, I'm Zoe and I am currently studying on the BA(Hons) Acting degree at Falmouth Uni.

Working part-time alongside your studies
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How to save money while studying at Falmouth

11 June 2024

I’ve studied and lived in Falmouth for the past three years, in this blog post I’ll share some money

How to save money while studying at Falmouth
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Making the transition from school to University

10 June 2024

Going to university can feel like a really big and scary step in your life. For many young people

Making the transition from school to University
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My experience settling in at Falmouth

10 June 2024

We are quickly approaching the start of a new year at Falmouth University, meaning that thousands of

My experience settling in at Falmouth
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Falmouth Town Photo Credit Lee Stephens

My top 5 tips for settling in at Falmouth

10 June 2024

Before coming to Falmouth, when enrolling online there is more information given to you, so do keep

My top 5 tips for settling in at Falmouth
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Penryn campus group of students on grass

Transitioning from school to University

10 June 2024

For those of us just beginning or making our way through our uni years, it can regularly feel

Transitioning from school to University
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Fox Hill cafe

Falmouth town: making your finances stretch!

10 June 2024

For those of us just beginning or making our way through our uni years, it can regularly feel

Falmouth town: making your finances stretch!
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Saving money as a student over the festive season

22 November 2023

Saving money as a student can be a struggle, especially over the festive season. With gifts to buy

Saving money as a student over the festive season
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Stannary dining

University student money diary

06 June 2023

We asked Katie, a second-year Acting student what she spends in a typical week at Falmouth

University student money diary
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Making your money go further at university

02 June 2023

Whilst at university I discovered some tips to battle the cost of living while also enjoying my time

Making your money go further at university
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Students at Koofi cafe

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

02 June 2023

Find tips on how to budget while studying at Falmouth.

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

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Nobody knows Falmouth quite like our students. From course details, facilities and the local area, to the social scene and settling in, our students are ready and available to answer any questions you might have.

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Get to know the people behind our student stories. If you're looking for a student's-eye-view of Falmouth life, our content creators have got you covered. 

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