Network with visiting writers and journalists, work on live projects and make the most of placement opportunities.
Study with us to join the ranks of our esteemed alumni, including journalists, novelists, poets, content creators and marketers. From our industry level media facilities and dedicated writers’ room to our Writers in Residence programme – which has played host to the likes of Matt Haig, Emily Barr and Xan Brook, we’re focused on helping you hone your craft and break into industry.
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Our English, Journalism and Writing courses sit within the School of Communication. At the School of Communication, we give tomorrow's storytellers the insights, skills and confidence to succeed across an exciting range of professions. Explore the School of Communication as Director, Professor Paul Springer, shows how studying at Falmouth University will carve your path in a rapidly changing media world.
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– Xan Brooks, Writer in Residence (2018/19)
Industry-standard media facilities
With a fully equipped digital newsroom, recording studios with Newswire access and podcasting facilities and a dedicated Writers Room, which also plays host to workshops and events, you'll have all the tools you need to hone your creative craft.
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Writers in Residence programme
As well as offering opportunities to connect with industry leaders through visiting speakers, placements and the chance to work in live projects, we also run a Writers in Residence programme, which brings acclaimed writers – including Xan Brooks, Alice Oswald and Lionel Shriver – to your doorstep. Each writer brings their unique and world-class expertise and talent to deliver workshops and tutorials to current students.
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