Why you should study at Falmouth

Top
5
in the UK for graduate startups
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Arts university in the UK
120
years of creative innovation
* The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023
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.
Join online & on-campus events

Tue 21 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Indie Game Development MA (Online) Course Overview and Live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time, online MA Indie Game Development degree at...

Tue 21 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
MA User Experience Design (online) Course Overview and Live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time, online MA User Experience Design degree at...

Wed 22 Mar 2023
Wednesday 22 March at 14:30 & 19:30 and Thursday 23 March at 14:30 & 19:30
Pavilion by Emily White
In-person
They all convene at this place, the local Friday night disco, the Pavilion or ‘Pivvy’: once a gr...

Wed 22 Mar 2023
16:00 - 17:00
Moving to Falmouth
Online
Join our webinar to hear from students from all over the UK about why they chose to move to Falmouth...

Wed 22 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Studying Photography with Falmouth Flexible: Taster Session
Online
This is your chance to discover how to harness your passion and creative talent and take it to the n...

Wed 22 Mar 2023
18:30 - 19:30
Marketing and Digital Communications MA (Online) Course Overview and Live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time, online MA Marketing and Digital Communicat...

Thu 23 Mar 2023
16:00 - 17:00
Applying for Accommodation
Online
Join us for the live event to find out more about applying for your accommodation at Falmouth.

Thu 23 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Sustainable Fashion MA (Online) Course Overview and Live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time, online MA Sustainable Fashion degree at Fa...

Thu 23 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Education MA (online) - Course Overview and live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time MA Education (online) degree.

Tue 28 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
MA Comedy Writing - Course Overview and Live Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our part-time, online MA Comedy Writing degree at Falmout...

Wed 29 Mar 2023
Wednesday 29 March at 14:30 & 19:30 and Thursday 30 March at 14:30 & 19:30
Pornography by Simon Stephens
In-person
Pornography is Simon Stephens' stark and shattering play that powerfully captures a portrait of a fr...

Wed 29 Mar 2023
16:00 - 17:00
Student Finance
Online
In this session we’ll give a clear overview of how the Student Finance system works for UK student...

Wed 29 Mar 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online) Live Q&A
Online
This is an online drop-in Q&A session focusing on application support for the BA Visual Communicatio...

Tue 04 Apr 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Creative Careers
Online
This session seeks to challenge some of the stereotypical thinking around creative careers and help ...

Wed 05 Apr 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Moving to Falmouth as an International Student
Online
Join this session to hear from our current international students about why they chose to move to Fa...

Wed 05 Apr 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Portfolio Advice
Online
In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview. We’...

Thu 06 Apr 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Student Finance
Online
In this session we’ll give you a clear overview of how the Student Finance system works for UK stu...

Tue 11 Apr 2023
14:00 - 15:00
Moving to Falmouth
Online
Join our webinar to hear from students from all over the UK about why they chose to move to Falmouth...

Wed 12 Apr 2023
10:00 - 16:00
Open Day (in-person)
In-person
Attending an Open Day is the best way to get a real taste of student life at Falmouth. They're infor...

Wed 12 Apr 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Visa, Fees & Scholarships for International Students
Online
In this session we'll remind you about the visa process in general and give you general guidance.

Thu 13 Apr 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Budgeting for International Students
Online
In this session we will give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for...

Thu 13 Apr 2023
17:30 - 18:30
Parents & Carers: Starting University
Online
If your child is starting university in September, then this session is a great way to find out more...

Tue 18 Apr 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Masterclass: Indie Game Development MA (Online)
Online
Join module leader Matty Mcgory for a masterclass in Indie Games Development.

Wed 19 Apr 2023
18:30 - 19:30
Marketing and Digital Communications MA (Online) Masterclass – Getting a Job in Digital Marketing
Online
Join us Course Leader Amber Burton in this masterclass on Marketing and Digital Communications.

Mon 24 Apr 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Masterclass: Fine Art MA (Online)
Online
Join Course Leader Josie Cockram for a masterclass in Fine Art.

Tue 25 Apr 2023
18:00 - 19:00
MA User Experience Design Masterclass - Getting a Job in UX
Online
In this Masterclass, online tutor LJ Hazzard will cover the opportunities for entering the UX indust...

Tue 25 Apr 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Masterclass: Comedy Writing MA (Online)
Online
Join Course Leader Simon Nicholls for a masterclass in Comedy Writing.

Tue 25 Apr 2023
18:00 - 19:00
Masterclass: Film & Television MA (Online)
Online
Join Course Leader Jem Mackay for a masterclass in Film & Television.

Sat 29 Apr 2023
19:30 (Doors open 19:15)
Winter Mountain
In-person
Hailing from the wild and beautiful northern shores of Cornwall, Winter Mountain is an extraordinary...

Wed 03 May 2023
12:00 - 13:00
Moving to Falmouth as an International Student
Online
Join this session to hear from our current international students about why they chose to move to Fa...
Why should you study with us?

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 Computing, Architecture 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.
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.


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.
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02 March 2023
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Falmouth graduate lands Guardian cover story
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Middle Watch narrowly misses the win at 2023 BAFTAs
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Studying Online as a Neurodivergent Student
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