Why you should study at Falmouth

Top
5
in the UK for graduate startups
No.
2
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.
Join online & on-campus events

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...
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.
The latest news from our community

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...

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...

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...

Why I chose to study Marketing and Digital Communications MA online
22 September 2023

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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...

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.

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...

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland
08 September 2023
Ola Røyseland is a filmmaker, educator, production company founder and student on Falmouth’s Film...

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 ...

'Swap Shop' supports our campus community and promotes sustainability
07 September 2023
Rehome donated items through our campus Swap Shop initiative.

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...

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...

© Serena Brown
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.

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...