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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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Swanpool Beach in summer

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?

07 April 2025

As I am halfway through my time studying here at Falmouth, the vibrancy and uniqueness of the town c...

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?
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Being a neurodivergent student at Falmouth University

18 March 2025

Starting university as a neurodivergent student can feel stressful, especially with the uncertainty ...

Being a neurodivergent student at Falmouth University
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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

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Studying Animation at Falmouth as an international student

28 April 2025

Hear from Liam on his experience of studying Animation as an international student.

Studying Animation at Falmouth as an international student
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My experience studying online with ADHD

24 April 2025

Hey, my name’s Alanis and I study Sustainable Fashion online with Falmouth. Last month I was

My experience studying online with ADHD
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May Woodford with friends - student voice

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

How I met my friends at university
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Rachel Roberts

Embarking on a new academic adventure as a mature student

22 April 2025

Hello curious readers and future students! As a mature student stepping back into the academic world

Embarking on a new academic adventure as a mature student
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StudentLifeBudget4

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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David Ayling

Why I chose to study Creative Writing online

14 April 2025

Hi, my name is David and I’m currently studying an online degree in Creative Writing.

Why I chose to study Creative Writing online
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Kylie Merrick

Why I chose to study Fine Art online

11 April 2025

Hi, I’m Kylie Merrick, a mature student studying the online Fine Art master’s at Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Fine Art online
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Alanis

Why I chose to study Sustainable Fashion online

10 April 2025

Hey, my name's Alanis and I study Sustainable Fashion online with Falmouth.

Why I chose to study Sustainable Fashion online
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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

Why Falmouth is the place to study creative subjects
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Swanpool Beach in summer

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?

07 April 2025

As I am halfway through my time studying here at Falmouth, the vibrancy and uniqueness of the town

What makes Falmouth so special for studying creative subjects?
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Students at Penryn Campus

Advice from my mumma and I; for parents and new students

07 April 2025

Seeing your child off to University is a very daunting experience, it’s a step towards a new way of

Advice from my mumma and I; for parents and new students
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Fox Hill

My guide for parents with children moving to Falmouth University

07 April 2025

It can be a very daunting time for students moving away from home for the first time to go to

My guide for parents with children moving to Falmouth University

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