Apply for an Online Degree

Check you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course. You'll find the entry requirements on the course page.

Applying with an Accreditation of Prior Learning

Depending on the course you want to study, you can apply with an Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) if you do not meet the standard entry requirements.

This is particularly useful for those who may have been away from education for a longer period of time, or have a non-standard educational background.

Read about APL

US embargo and studying online at Falmouth

Falmouth University will adhere to the UK sanctions regime as published by the UK Government, and due to its contracts with international partners based in the US, it will comply with the US Sanctions regime as necessary. This may impact your ability to study Online with the University if you are domiciled in a country affected by US embargo.

You'll need to write a personal statement to accompany your application. This is your opportunity to tell us about yourself and what you'll bring to the course. 

For information about how to write a personal statement, head to our personal statement guide for undergraduate applications, and our master's personal statement guide for postgraduate applications. 

You'll need to get the following documents together for your application:

• A scanned copy of proof of identification (such as a passport)
• Scanned copies of transcripts and previous qualifications

Prepare your portfolio or writing sample (applicable to certain courses only). 

You'll find out what your course may require on the course page.
 

Select two references to support your application. You'll need one academic reference and one professional.

Now you're all ready, submit your application by heading to your chosen course page and selecting 'Apply'.

Chat to one of our Course Advisors, who will support you as the application for your chosen course progresses.