Why you should study at Falmouth

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in the UK for graduate startups

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Safest University Setting*

120

years of creative innovation

* Complete University Guide 2022

 

We're empowering next gen creatives

As a Falmouth student, you’ll be challenged to think differently, break the mould and push the limits of possibility.  

Whether you study online or from our campuses in Cornwall, you’ll connect with industry, collaborate with students across the University and learn the professional skills to make a real impact when you graduate.

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Wed 04 Oct 2023

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Sam Williams & Tom Glover

In-person

Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab...

The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Sam Williams & Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Made In Cornwall Showcase Autumn 2023

Thu 05 Oct 2023

Doors open 19:45, event starts at 20:00

Made in Cornwall Scratch Night

In-person

Are you interested in how performance work is made? Come and be part of the audience at our Made ...

Made in Cornwall Scratch Night
Parents smiling with daughter at an Open Day at Falmouth University
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Sat 07 Oct 2023

09:30 - 16:30

Open Day (in-person)

In-person

Attending an on-campus Open Day is the best way to get a real taste of student life at Falmouth. Thi...

Open Day (in-person)
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ArtsCentre Mermaids Musical In A Day Autumn 2023

Sat 07 Oct 2023

10:00 - 17:00

Mermaids: Musical in a Day Workshop

In-person

Have you ever wondered how a musical is created? Come along and join us for a unique, day-long works...

Mermaids: Musical in a Day Workshop
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NSC

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time

National Saturday Club: Art and Design

In-person

Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...

National Saturday Club: Art and Design
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BA(Hons) Fashion Photography - Loucaides
Work by Nicole Loucaides

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time

National Saturday Club: Fashion and Business

In-person

Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...

National Saturday Club: Fashion and Business
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School of Film & Television 19 - Camera

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time

National Saturday Club: Film & Screen

Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...

National Saturday Club: Film & Screen
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ArtsCentre Tom Jackson-Greaves All That Glitters Autumn 2023

Sat 07 Oct 2023

Door open 17:15, performance starts at 17:30

Tom Jackson-Greaves: All That Glitters

In-person

A story of hot rocks, cowboys and queerness. 10 months ago Cornish performer and director Tom J...

Tom Jackson-Greaves: All That Glitters
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ArtsCentre Coppice Theatre Workshop Autumn 2023

Wed 11 Oct 2023

13:30 - 17:30 on the dates listed below

Creating Work for Children & Families with Michael Tonkin-Jones

In-person

Over four afternoons you will work with Michael from Coppice Theatre to explore the process of creat...

Creating Work for Children & Families with Michael Tonkin-Jones
Marketing MSc
Marketing MSc

Wed 11 Oct 2023

16:00 - 17:00

Personal Statement Advice

Online

In this session we’ll go through some tips and tricks for making your statement stand out, look at...

Personal Statement Advice
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ArtsCentre Scratchworks Theatre HAGS Autumn 2023

Wed 11 Oct 2023

Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

Scratchworks Theatre Company: Hags - A Magical Extravaganza

In-person

In Bideford in 1682, the final witch trial in Britain took place. Three women were accused of witchc...

Scratchworks Theatre Company: Hags - A Magical Extravaganza
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ArtsCentre Touch Autumn 2023

Sat 14 Oct 2023

Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30

Touki: Amadou Diagne & Cory Seznec

In-person

Amadou Diagne has centuries of West African Music at his fingertips. Cory Seznec is a musical wander...

Touki: Amadou Diagne & Cory Seznec
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Wed 18 Oct 2023

16:00 - 17:00

Personal Statement Masterclass

Online

In this interactive follow-up we’ll go through the planning and preparation needed for building a ...

Personal Statement Masterclass
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Research Opportunities

Thu 19 Oct 2023

16:30 - 17:30

Teachers & Advisers: UCAS Reference Changes

Online

In this advice session for teachers and careers advisers, our admissions experts will take you throu...

Teachers & Advisers: UCAS Reference Changes
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ArtsCentre Coppice Theatre Autumn 2023

Sat 21 Oct 2023

Doors open 14:45, performance starts at 15:00

Coppice Theatre: Tales from a Haunted Book Shop

In-person

A spooky show of terrible tales, bothersome books and gruesome goings on! The Haunted Bookshop has a...

Coppice Theatre: Tales from a Haunted Book Shop
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Fashion Marketing students working together

Tue 24 Oct 2023

11:00 - 12:00

An Introduction to MSc Marketing

Online

Discover everything you need to know about MSc Marketing at Falmouth University.

An Introduction to MSc Marketing
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Tue 24 Oct 2023

17:30 - 18:30

Parents & Carers: Applying and Decision Making

Online

In this session we’ll break down the stages of the university application and admissions process f...

Parents & Carers: Applying and Decision Making
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Illustration online 2024

Wed 25 Oct 2023

11:00 - 12:00

Virtual Open Event: Online undergraduate degrees

Online

Join our friendly Course Advisors to find out how you can create and innovate on your own time and s...

Virtual Open Event: Online undergraduate degrees
Sustainable Business
Sustainable Business

Wed 25 Oct 2023

11:00 - 12:00

An Introduction to MSc International Business Management

Online

Discover everything you need to know about International Business Management MSc at Falmouth Univers...

An Introduction to MSc International Business Management
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FTI girl online

Wed 25 Oct 2023

18:00 - 19:00

Virtual Open Event: Online postgraduate degrees

Online

Join our friendly Course Advisors to find out how you can create and innovate in your own time and s...

Virtual Open Event: Online postgraduate degrees

Thu 26 Oct 2023

14:00 - 15:00

Portfolio Advice

In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview.

Portfolio Advice
Open Day
Open Day 2

Sat 28 Oct 2023

09:30 - 16:30

Open Day (in-person)

In-person

Attending an on-campus Open Day is the best way to get a real taste of student life at Falmouth. Thi...

Open Day (in-person)
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Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens

Wed 01 Nov 2023

16:00 - 17:00

Personal Statement Advice

Online

In this session we’ll go through some tips and tricks for making your statement stand out, look at...

Personal Statement Advice
Entrepreneurship students
Entrepreneurship 1

Thu 02 Nov 2023

10:00 - 11:00

An Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management

Online

Discover everything you need to know about MSc Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management at Falmouth ...

An Introduction to Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management
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Wed 08 Nov 2023

18:00 - 19:00

Personal Statement Advice (Mature Students)

Online

In this interactive, follow-up we’ll go through the planning and preparation needed, including how...

Personal Statement Advice (Mature Students)
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Wed 08 Nov 2023

Doors open 20:00, event starts at 20:30

The Comedy Network: Huge Davies, Alex Kealy & Tom Glover

In-person

Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab...

The Comedy Network: Huge Davies, Alex Kealy & Tom Glover
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ArtsCentre Theo Clinkard The Days Autumn 2023

Sat 11 Nov 2023

Door open 18:45, performance starts at 19:00

Theo Clinkard: The Days

In-person

The Days invites the audience to share an encounter with two exceptional performers, Maria Nurmela a...

Theo Clinkard: The Days
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Photography symposium portfolio reviews © Amara Eno
Photography symposium portfolio reviews © Amara Eno

Wed 15 Nov 2023

16:00 - 17:00

Portfolio Advice

Online

In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview.

Portfolio Advice

Wed 22 Nov 2023

16:00 - 17:00

Portfolio Masterclass

Online

In this interactive, follow-up session we’ll cover putting together a portfolio ready for intervie...

Portfolio Masterclass
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Sat 25 Nov 2023

10:00 - 16:30

Open Day (in-person)

In-person

Attending an on-campus Open Day is the best way to get a real taste of student life at Falmouth. Thi...

Open Day (in-person)

Why should you study with us?

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We're creative

For over 120 years, we've been steering the course of the creative industries, and beyond.

Creative thinking is vital in all areas of the future economy - from fine art to robotics, events management to marketing.

It's the key to unlocking new innovations, finding solutions to global challenges and engaging people to think, act and feel differently.

Students at Falmouth are given the freedom, support and professional experiences to make their creativity count.

Whether you study ComputingArchitecture or Business, we'll empower you to question the way things are, find innovative solutions and establish your own unique voice in your field. 

With an abundance of creative minds working across a huge range of disciplines, our online and on-campus students fuel each other to push the limits of what creativity can do.

See creativity in everything

We're connected

We're proud to create exciting opportunities for our students through our industry connections and dedication to 'doing it for real'.

Our students get to connect with industry by tackling live briefs from real clients, working for in-house agencies and hearing from sector leaders through our incredible Guest Speaker Programme. Our employability service RealWORKS also supports industry links through career-shaping internships and events. 

Whichever course you study, you’ll also be encouraged to tap into skills across the University to propel your learning and your portfolio. On-campus students also get to play outside of their primary discipline through our University-wide Workshops Festivals.

While learning your craft from expert staff and amazing guest speakers, you'll also gain vital business skills. From understanding how the industry works to learning how to market your talent, professional practice modules will help you make a real impact when you graduate.

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We're courageous

We're supporting our students to become courageous and conscientious creatives.  

We're re-thinking the shape of higher education so our students are ready to make a real difference when they graduate. 

You'll be challenged to experiment and take risks, with the support of our amazing academic and technical staff. Because nothing new has ever been created by playing it safe. 

Our lecturers teach by example. Whether through their practice or inspirational research projects, they're paving the way for innovation and change across a range of sectors. 

They'll support you to question the fundamentals of your field, too. Across our courses, you'll consider the social, environmental and cultural impacts and of your practice. 

We're proud to see our graduates taking this courageous attitude into industry and using their creativity for good.

Meet our graduates

Professional-standard facilities

Our on-campus facilities and spaces are carefully designed and developed with professional consultation to ensure that you're more than equipped to succeed in your chosen profession.

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Inspiring environment

Cornwall has been inspiring creatives, innovators and entrepreneurs for centuries.  Today, our on-campus students enjoy the county's rare balance of laid-back surf-side lifestyle and a maverick spirit that's pushing for a better, bolder, more connected future.

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The latest news from our community

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Penryn Campus

Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

27 September 2023

Falmouth University and the University of Exeter have signed a Civic University Agreement with Cornw...

Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
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Far From Heaven artwork

Student work: Gihan Fernando 'Far From Heaven'

Meet Gihan: an emerging talent in environmental design for games

26 September 2023

With their first piece of work featured on The Rookies, Gihan Fernando (also known as Xing Yu) is an...

Meet Gihan: an emerging talent in environmental design for games
Marcus Simmons receiving an entrepreneurship award
Entrepreneurship award

Top award cements Falmouth’s high ranking for entrepreneurship

22 September 2023

Falmouth University recently received a top national award for excellence in entrepreneurship educat...

Top award cements Falmouth’s high ranking for entrepreneurship
Image of a graduate at gradutation in cap and gown with textover the top: Meet our online marketing and digital communications graudates
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Why I chose to study Marketing and Digital Communications MA online

22 September 2023

Why I chose to study Marketing and Digital Communications MA online

Career-boosting placements at Eastenders and Warner Bros for aspiring production students

20 September 2023

Second-year Post Production & Visual Effects BA(Hons) students August Goff and Tia Mullins secured w...

Career-boosting placements at Eastenders and Warner Bros for aspiring production students
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On Grace and Dignity - The Golden Dregs

Falmouth Creative Music Technology graduate nominated for Neptune Prize

20 September 2023

The Golden Dregs' album 'On Grace and Dignity' has been shortlisted for Drowned in Sound’s Neptune...

Falmouth Creative Music Technology graduate nominated for Neptune Prize
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Spencer Hogg portrait

From international rail industry expert to award-winning multidisciplinary artist

19 September 2023

Spencer Hogg’s creative journey isn’t the kind you hear about every day. With an illustrious car...

From international rail industry expert to award-winning multidisciplinary artist
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Clive Penguin

Exploring new horizons: Falmouth lecturer Huw Lewis-Jones releases 'Clive Penguin'

15 September 2023

Dr Huw Lewis-Jones, author, expedition leader and senior lecturer at Falmouth University, is set to ...

Exploring new horizons: Falmouth lecturer Huw Lewis-Jones releases 'Clive Penguin'
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Dr Marshall Moore

Writer and publisher Dr Marshall Moore on the UK’s thriving creative writing education scene

15 September 2023

Dr Marshall Moore, course leader for Falmouth University’s online Creative Writing BA(Hons) degree...

Writer and publisher Dr Marshall Moore on the UK’s thriving creative writing education scene
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Gina Kaminski Saves the Wolf

Gina Kaminski Saves the Wolf: An exciting new chapter in children's literature

13 September 2023

Author and lecturer, Craig Barr-Green has released his latest children’s book Gina Kaminski Saves ...

Gina Kaminski Saves the Wolf: An exciting new chapter in children's literature
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Why I Became a Student Ambassador

12 September 2023

I’ve had such a lovely time being a student ambassador so far and it's such a shame that it's goin...

Why I Became a Student Ambassador
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Bridget Macklin

Work: Bridget Macklin  Photo: Robin Shelton

Introducing our online Fine Art master's graduates: Class of 2023

11 September 2023

Discover the work and inspirations of first cohort of online Fine Art master's graduates.

Introducing our online Fine Art master's graduates: Class of 2023
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Students at Penryn Campus

Clearing 2023: Your questions answered

08 September 2023

Are you still thinking of applying to join Falmouth University through Clearing 2023? We’re here t...

Clearing 2023: Your questions answered
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Ola Røyseland

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland

08 September 2023

Ola Røyseland is a filmmaker, educator, production company founder and student on Falmouth’s Film...

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland
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Falmouth University Open Days on a budget

08 September 2023

Our top tips for visiting Falmouth University on a budget, from travel options to accommodation and ...

Falmouth University Open Days on a budget

'Swap Shop' supports our campus community and promotes sustainability

07 September 2023

Rehome donated items through our campus Swap Shop initiative.

'Swap Shop' supports our campus community and promotes sustainability
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What it's like working as a student ambassador

04 September 2023

I'm in my third year at Falmouth University pursuing my BA(Hons) in Animation studies. Despite my ro...

What it's like working as a student ambassador
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Ambassadors

Becoming a student ambassador at Falmouth

04 September 2023

Joining university isn’t just about attending lectures and getting a degree. It's an opportunity t...

Becoming a student ambassador at Falmouth
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Serena Brown named as finalist for Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023

31 August 2023

Find out more about the Falmouth graduate's shortlisted work.

Serena Brown named as finalist for Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize 2023
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Jordan Pettitt

Friends sunbathe on the dry grass of Southampton Common which resembles a sandy beach during the hot weather as Hampshire and other neighbouring counties were hit with a hosepipe ban in 2022 to protect low reservoir and river levels.

Falmouth photographers among the best in British press photography

31 August 2023

Two photographers from Falmouth’s Press & Editorial Photography BA(Hons) course have been shortlis...

Falmouth photographers among the best in British press photography

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Find out what it's really like to study with Falmouth University by chatting to our current students. Click below to strike up a conversation. 

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