Is Online Study for Me?
At Falmouth, we believe there’s creativity in everything, and everyone.
The creative culture at our core is not confined to our Cornwall campuses; with our online degrees, you can explore your creative potential, your way.
Why choose online study?
Studying an online degree is a great way to access education if moving to university isn’t right for you.
For some students, the flexibility of online study means they can balance it with work, family life, location and personal commitments. For others, studying from home may better suit their learning style.
However, studying from home comes with its own set of commitments and challenges. You will need to be organised and self-motivated, and you will have to manage your time effectively to ensure you are able to commit to your studies.
So, how do you know if online study is right for you? It is worth thinking about your circumstances, your preferred way of learning and what you want from your university experience.
Online study might be for you if:
- you need to study around work
- you have caring/family commitments
- you don't want to relocate
- you prefer independent learning
- you want to balance study with travel
Online study might not be for you if:
- you need lots of face-to-face teaching
- you prefer a fixed timetable
- you want a university campus experience
- you find it hard to motivate yourself to study independently
- you need access to specialist equipment on campus
Debunking the myths surrounding online study
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Read moreWhat support will I get?
Online students at Falmouth have access to multiple forms of support during their time studying to help them make the most of their online learning experience.
Online Learning Support
You'll have access to a range of support throughout your studies with us to help you thrive and deve...
Online Learning Community
Discover more from our online learning community.
Parents & Carers Guide to Online Study
See how you can support a student considering an online degree at Falmouth.
Experience our Virtual Learning Environment
Our easy-to-use Virtual Learning Environment, known as Learn, is a platform specifically designed for online study, by an award-winning team. It is where all of your course material, module videos and webinar recordings, discussion forums and more are housed.
Creative Writing BA(Hons) (Online) in-person event © Ellie Hope / © Mayn Creative
In-Person Events
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Graduation for Online Students
Discover all you need to know about graduation for online students.
What if I don't meet the entry requirements?
If you have been away from education for a while or have a non-standard educational background, you may still be able to apply to our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Find out more below.
Applying with an Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
Depending on the course you want to study, you can apply with an Accreditation of Prior Learning (AP...
Apply for an Online Degree
Find out how to apply for our online undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses.
How can I prepare for online study?
We know there's a lot to think about before starting online study. Thankfully there are lots of ways to prepare, from exploring the different resources and websites you’ll need during your time studying, to details of where to get support.
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