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Photography
Working in some of the best university facilities in Europe, you'll work on live projects through ou...

English, Writing and Journalism
Collaborate across the creative sector to produce future-facing original work in new high-end facili...

Art and Design
Network with industry experts, work on live briefs and create in purpose built art and design studio...

Games
Collaborate with creatives across the university, build a portfolio of completed games and learn fro...

Business, Marketing and Events
Explore live projects, multidisciplinary collaborations and professional-standard facilities. ...

Performance, Theatre and Music
World-class facilities, strong industry links and cross-discipline collaboration opportunities; here...

Online degrees
There's more than one way to study for a degree. Find out what online degrees are available through ...

Fashion
Work on live projects for the worlds biggest brands, get insights from industry leaders and have pro...

Film and TV
As a member of CILECT we are recognised as one of the world's best film and TV schools. But why else...
What is Clearing?
Clearing is part of the application cycle for universities. It's an opportunity for applicants who have made a UCAS undergraduate application but do not hold any offers, to be matched to university places that haven't yet been filled.
Whether you're an applicant, or a parent / guardian of an applicant, we've put together Clearing guides to support you below:
See student guide
Key dates for Clearing 2023
Date | Event |
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25 January 2023 | UCAS equal consideration deadline |
23 February 2023 | UCAS Extra opens |
4 July 2023 | UCAS Extra closes |
5 July 2023 | Clearing 2023 at UCAS opens |
17 October 2023 | Clearing 2023 at UCAS closes |
Prepare for applying through Clearing
1. Do your research
Before you apply make sure you've looked into key information such as how the course is taught and assessed, whether you get a dedicated studio space, how to apply for accommodation and what support services are available to you.
2. Apply yourself
Always complete your application yourself. Remember, the Falmouth University Applicant Services team are on hand to offer application advice and guidance at every stage.
3. Be prepared
If you're applying by phone, you'll need to supply your UCAS number (if you have one) and your qualifications (including the name of the qualification, the subject, the grade and when you took them).
4. Ask the right questions
When you're talking to our Applicant Services team, be sure to get all your questions answered. For example you might want to ask what accommodation is available, whether you have a deadline, when the start of term is or whether there is any summer reading/work for your course.
You can also chat to our current students online and attend our online events. These are great spaces to ask questions and get all the information you need about studying at Falmouth.
5. Virtual visits & events
You can experience Falmouth from afar by visiting our Virtual Experience page and booking your place at online events.
Why Falmouth?
Our students enjoy a lifestyle a little beyond the ordinary. This sub-tropical corner of the country may be small, but its character is mighty.
At Falmouth you’ll find campuses with professional facilities, teaching excellence and a unique creative community. With student-led digital agencies, an incredible Guest Speaker Programme and opportunities to take on live industry briefs, our students are doing it for real. They work across disciplines, upskilling and building towards an impactful future.
Teaching excellence
We're proud to offer teaching excellence at Falmouth. Get taught by industry-professionals, in top-class facilities and inclusive communities.
Prestigious alumni
Our alumni are our proudest achievement. They're making an impact in the modern world and can often be seen featured in our News.
Unique community
Our creativity is fuelled by and nutured in the community we have at Falmouth. We're diverse, inclusive and above all unique.
Industry-standard facilities
Our facilities are built and maintained to give you the opportunity to work at a professional level, preparing you for life after university.
Our students
Don't take our word for it. We're proud of our students and you can talk to them online to learn about Falmouth from those that know it best.
Our alumni stories

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Falmouth’s illustration community unites for Falmouth Illustration Festival
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The Falmouth Illustration Festival made a vibrant return to our Falmouth Campus last week.

Image: 'The Christmas Witch' illustrated by Lucy Rogers, Salus Publishing
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Charlie Taylor tells us about her exclusive collection with fashion brand, Oasis.

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Graduate Spotlight: Adventures on the silver screen with James Pearce
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Falmouth alumna exhibiting at Tate Britain
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Falmouth Fine Art alumna Lynette Yiadom-Boakye is exhibiting at the Tate Britain in November 2022.

Graduate spotlight: Cornwall-based printmaker highlights the importance of resilience
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Fashion graduate announced as Vanguard Education Fund winner
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Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize 2022: Susannah Douglas' entry
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Falmouth graduate longlisted for Dezeen Design Awards 2022
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Rachael Saunders, Patterned Panoramic of Krka National Park, Croatia
Falmouth graduates shortlisted for AOI World Illustration Awards 2022
20 September 2022
Four Falmouth University graduates have been shortlisted by the Association of Illustrators at the 2...

Working in the film industry: in conversation with graduate Luzie Backhoff
14 July 2022
After completing her BA Television and MA Film & Television degrees at Falmouth University, grad...

Graduate is inaugural artist in residence at Una St Ives
06 July 2022
Illustration BA(Hons) alumni Jordan Amy Lee has been named as the inaugural artist in residence...

Alumnus Hew Locke is selected for The Met's Facade Commission
03 May 2022
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Students and staff work on the set of BBC drama London Kills
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Graduate scoops Best Director at prestigious film awards
18 March 2022
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"Immediately, I realised that you don’t have to live in London to be successful in film"
18 February 2022
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How the Games Academy helped this graduate realise her creative potential
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Drawing inspiration from Illustration graduate Sophie Melissa
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The Soundery: Graduates making big sounds for big brands
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Fine Art graduates awarded €100,000 prize from Chanel
16 December 2021
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