Entry requirements
At Falmouth, we recognise excellence in many forms, and we see the whole you. Every application is assessed on a contextual basis.
Our diverse community is creative, innovative and entrepreneurial. We recognise that these qualities aren’t always shown in academic grades alone.
That’s why, while many of our applicants achieve high academic grades, we also welcome those who can demonstrate their potential and ambition through an exceptional portfolio, performance or demonstrable lived experience.
Undergraduate study
BA(Hons)/BSc(Hons) degrees
At a minimum, we typically require the equivalent of 64 UCAS Tariff points for undergraduate courses where we can review a portfolio or audition, or a minimum of 96 UCAS points for those courses that do not require a portfolio or audition.
Integrated Foundation Year degrees
We typically require a minimum of 32 UCAS points for our Integrated Foundation Year degree courses where we can review a portfolio or audition, or 64 UCAS points for those that do not require a portfolio or audition. More information on minimum entry requirements can be found below.
Minimum entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements for new undergraduate students starting an on campus course in September 2026:
| Course type | UCAS Tariff points |
|---|---|
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses, application requires a portfolio or performance | 64 |
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses, application doesn't require a portfolio or performance | 96* |
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) Integrated Foundation Year, application requires a portfolio or performance | 32 |
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) Integrated Foundation Year, application doesn't require a portfolio or performance | 64* |
UCAS Tariff points will primarily be from Level 3 qualifications such as but not limited to A-levels, T Levels, a BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma.
Check how many points your qualifications are worth
*The below courses have different minimum entry requirements to those outlined above. Details can be found in the 'How to apply' section on the relevant course page. If the course has an Integrated Foundation Year option, the minimum entry requirements will be displayed on the course page:
Unsure if your course has a portfolio or performance? Check the full list here, in the 'Portfolio or performance?' section below.
Minimum entry requirements for new undergraduate students starting an online course in September 2026:
| Course type | UCAS Tariff points |
|---|---|
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses, application requires a portfolio or performance | 64 |
| BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses, application doesn't require a portfolio or performance | 96 |
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential. We invite all applicants to an online interview to give them the opportunity to demonstrate this along with what inspires and motivates them in their field. Some courses will also require a portfolio or performance, these are listed below. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you've specialised in STEM, the arts or humanities.
Application requires a portfolio or performance:
- Illustration BA(Hons) (Online)
- Interior Design BA(Hons) (Online)
- Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online)
- Photography BA(Hons) (Online)
Application does not require a portfolio or performance:
- Business & Marketing BSc(Hons) (Online)
- Creative Writing BA(Hons) (Online)
- Integrated Master's Combined Arts MA (Online)
Portfolio
For our online undergraduate degrees that require you to create and submit a digital portfolio as part of the application process.
Check our portfolio advice pages for more information
Applying without UCAS points
We'll welcome your application if you have formal or 'certified' learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications. Find out more about APL.
UCAS Tariff points will primarily be from Level 3 qualifications such as but not limited to A-levels, T Levels, a BTEC/UAL Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma.
Applying without UCAS points
We'll welcome your application if you have formal or 'certified' learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications. Find out more about APL.
If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility.
Portfolio
Some of our undergraduate degrees require you to create and submit a portfolio as part of the application process.
Check our portfolio advice pages for more information
Find more information about your course
To find the entry requirements specific to your course together with other helpful information, navigate your way to the 'How to apply' section of your chosen course page:
BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses within this list do require a portfolio or performance as part of the application:
- Acting BA(Hons)
- Animation BA(Hons)
- Animation with Integrated Foundation Year
- Architecture BA(Hons)
- Commercial Photography BA(Hons)
- Commercial Photography with Integrated Foundation Year
- Costume Design for Film & Television BA(Hons)
- Costume Design for Film & Television with Integrated Foundation Year
- Creative Advertising BA(Hons)
- Creative Advertising with Integrated Foundation Year
- Creative Music Technology BA(Hons)
- Dance & Choreography BA(Hons)
- Documentary & Editorial Photography BA(Hons)
- Documentary & Editorial Photography with Integrated Foundation Year
- Drawing BA(Hons)
- Drawing with Integrated Foundation Year
- Esports & Livestreaming BA(Hons)
- Fashion Design BA(Hons)
- Fashion Photography BA(Hons)
- Fashion Photography with Integrated Foundation Year
- Fashion Styling & Art Direction BA(Hons)
- Fine Art BA(Hons)
- Fine Art with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Animation BA(Hons)
- Game Art BA(Hons)
- Game Dev: Art BA(Hons)
- Game Dev: Design BA(Hons)
- Game Dev: Writing BA(Hons)
- Graphic Design BA(Hons)
- Graphic Design with Integrated Foundation Year
- Illustration with Integrated Foundation Year
- Illustration BA(Hons)
- Interior Architecture BA(Hons)
- Interior Design BA(Hons)
- Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons)
- Marine & Natural History Photography with Integrated Foundation Year
- Marketing Communications BA(Hons)
- Marketing Communications with Integrated Foundation Year
- Media Production BA(Hons)
- Media Production with Integrated Foundation Year
- Media & Communication BA(Hons)
- Media & Journalism BA(Hons)
- Media & Public Relations BA(Hons)
- Music BA(Hons)
- Music Business BA(Hons)
- Musical Theatre BA(Hons)
- Photography BA(Hons)
- Photography with Integrated Foundation Year
- Popular Music BA(Hons)
- Post Production & Visual Effects BA(Hons)
- Post Production & Visual Effects with Integrated Foundation Year
- Sound Design BA(Hons)
- Technical Theatre Arts BA(Hons)
- Textile Design BA(Hons)
- Textile Design with Integrated Foundation Year
- Theatre & Performance BA(Hons)
BA(Hons) / BSc(Hons) courses within this list do not require a portfolio or performance as part of the application:
- Business & Digital Marketing BSc(Hons)
- Business & Entrepreneurship BSc(Hons)
- Business & Marketing BSc(Hons)
- Business Management BSc(Hons)
- Computer Science BSc(Hons)
- Computer Science with Integrated Foundation Year
- Computing for Games BSc(Hons)
- Computing for Games with Integrated Foundation Year
- Creative Events Management BA(Hons)
- Creative Writing BA(Hons)
- English & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
- Fashion Design with Integrated Foundation Year
- Fashion Marketing BA(Hons)
- Fashion Marketing with Integrated Foundation Year
- Fashion Styling & Art Direction with Integrated Foundation Year
- Film BA(Hons)
- Film with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Animation with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Art with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Dev: Art with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Dev: Design with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Dev: Programming BA(Hons)
- Game Dev: Programming with Integrated Foundation Year
- Game Dev: Writing with Integrated Foundation Year
- Journalism & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
- Robotics BSc(Hons)
- Software Engineering BSc(Hons)
- Software Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year
- Sustainable Festival Management BA(Hons)
- Sustainable Product Design BA(Hons)
- Sustainable Tourism Management BA(Hons)
- Television & Film Production BA(Hons)
- Television & Film Production with Integrated Foundation Year
Postgraduate study
Entry requirements into our selection of postgraduate pathways, including both on campus and online study, are on a course by course basis.
Find your course entry requirements
To find the entry requirements specific to your course, navigate your way to the 'How to apply' section of your chosen course page:
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential. We'll consider the equivalency of your specific experience and qualifications against our entry requirements and help you through every stage of the application process.
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