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Student stories
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My guide to move-in weekend and Freshers' Week
22 August 2024
Having done “Move-in Weekend” and “Freshers’ Week” twice, first at Sheffield University an...
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My experience of going to University a long way from home
22 August 2024
Moving away from home for uni can feel daunting so in this blog I am going to discuss my feelings wh...
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The Fine Art MA (Online) group at CAST
“An unforgettable experience”: MA Fine Art Online students soak up Cornwall’s art scene
21 August 2024
Dr Anupa Sahdev is a student artist in her second year of Falmouth’s online master’s in Fine Art...
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Studying whilst being a young carer
20 August 2024
Hear from student Caitlin as she shares her experience of studying whilst being a young carer
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Should distance from home affect your decision of where to study?
19 August 2024
Coming from a town nearly 8 hours from Falmouth, deciding to move such a distance from home was defi...
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My experiences of applying to University through UCAS
19 August 2024
When deciding on my university, I not only considered what would be vital for me to grow professiona...
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Deciding where to apply in UCAS: My Experience and Advice!
19 August 2024
University applications can be long and daunting, but the best advice comes from those who’ve alre...
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What it's like to study in the Fashion & Textiles Institute
19 August 2024
I study Costume Design in the Fashion & Textiles Institute (FTI) at Falmouth University. Here is a q...
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The 3 Questions I Get Asked Most About Studying At Falmouth University
16 August 2024
Is it better to live in Falmouth or Penryn? How easy is it to get between the two campuses? Will I h...
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So, You've Got Into Uni Through Clearing? What Now?
16 August 2024
I only decided that I wanted to go to university a month before move in day, so here are my top tips...
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How to prepare for Clearing
15 August 2024
Applying to university through Clearing can seem like a distant, abstract concept... until it isn’...
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What it's like to live in a shared room in Glasney Student Village
15 August 2024
Moving from home to university can feel like a daunting step, but getting a clearer picture of what ...
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Why I love being a Student Ambassador
14 August 2024
I decided that I wanted to become a Student Ambassador before I had even come to Falmouth, after usi...
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My journey as a Student Ambassador
14 August 2024
Being a Student Ambassador at Falmouth University has been one of the most rewarding experiences of ...
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Becoming a Student Ambassador
14 August 2024
For the past four years, I have had the privilege of working as a Student Ambassador at Falmouth Uni...
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My experience as a neurodivergent student at Falmouth
30 July 2024
In this blog, I’m going to talk a bit about my experience being a neurodivergent student at Falmou...
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The LGBTQIA+ Community At Falmouth
30 July 2024
One of the amazing things about Falmouth University is that there is a large, supportive LGBTQIA+ co...
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How to prepare for Clearing
15 July 2024
Applying to university through Clearing can seem like a distant, abstract concept until it isn’t. ...
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My favourite spots in Falmouth to hangout
09 July 2024
During the summer, my friends and I enjoy going to Gylly beach. We usually bring cards, a volleyball...
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My favourite hang out spots in Falmouth and Penryn
09 July 2024
As a new student, you’re in for a treat. Falmouth is brimming with fantastic spots to eat, relax a...
Upcoming events
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Wed 04 Sep 2024
This conference runs from 4 - 6 September.
DeathxDesignxCulture | Conference
In-person
From 4-6 September, the Department of Graphic Design, Falmouth University (UK), and the Death and Cu...
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Sat 14 Sep 2024
10:30 - 13:00
National Saturday Club Open Day
In-person
This National Saturday Club open day is an opportunity for parents, carers, guardians and potential ...
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Wed 18 Sep 2024
16:00 - 17:00
Personal Statement Advice
Online
Writing a strong personal statement is an important part of the application process for university.
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Tue 24 Sep 2024
12:00 - 13:00
Applying as an International Student
Online
In this session we will help you to understand the different stages and what you will need to prepar...
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Wed 25 Sep 2024
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...
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Wed 02 Oct 2024
Various dates, please see event listing
Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Improvers
In-person
If you have already discovered the joy of salsa dancing and now wish to build upon the basics, this ...
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Wed 02 Oct 2024
Doors open 20:00, event starts 20:30
The Comedy Network: Bella Hull, Will Owen and Tom Glover
In-person
Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy laugh out loud comedy from some of the hott...
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Sat 05 Oct 2024
Multiple dates, please see course details
Adult Beginners Ballet: Short Course
In-person
A block of classes aimed at Beginners to learn the fundamentals of Classical Ballet Technique. Come ...
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Sat 05 Oct 2024
Open Day
In-person
Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-grade facilities at an Open Day.
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Mon 07 Oct 2024
Various dates, please see event listing
Cuban Salsa Dance Course for Adult Beginners
In-person
Join our salsa dance course where you'll master the fundamental footwork and rhythms of Cuban Salsa.
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Wed 09 Oct 2024
Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30
Going, Going: DISTANT DANCES
In-person
DISTANT DANCES presents an evening of live music & dance performance, initiated by dancer and choreo...
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Sat 12 Oct 2024
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...
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Sat 12 Oct 2024
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...
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Sat 12 Oct 2024
Every Saturday from 10:30 - 12:30 during term time
National Saturday Club: Film & Screen
In-person
Falmouth University is inviting all 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to take part in our National Sa...
![An image of a performer stood on a stage on top of a wooden cube performing to an audience](/sites/default/files/styles/article_teaser_mobile/public/media/images/artscentre-made-in-cornwall-scratch-night-autumn-2024.jpg?itok=myE9rzZw)
Tue 15 Oct 2024
Doors open 19:45, event starts at 20:00
Made in Cornwall Scratch Night
In-person
Come and be part of the audience at our Made in Cornwall Scratch Night, there’ll be performance, i...
![A performer sat down with their kegs out holding a suit with a red dress on against a blue and yellow backdrop](/sites/default/files/styles/article_teaser_mobile/public/media/images/artscentre-lady-nade-autumn-2024.jpg?itok=lfSR0eTa)
Wed 16 Oct 2024
Doors open 19:15, performance starts at 19:30
Lady Nade plus Support
In-person
With nominations for Artist of the Year at the AMAUK Awards, and a Song of the Year win at the UK Am...
![A girl with her parents looking through sketchbooks at a Falmouth University Open Day](/sites/default/files/styles/article_teaser_mobile/public/image/open-day-mother-father-girl-art-illustration_1.jpeg.jpg?itok=8A9SJNCK)
Sat 26 Oct 2024
Open Day
In-person
Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-standard facilities at an Open Day.
![An image of a jellyfish and then a crafted jellyfish made out of recycled plastic against a light green wall](/sites/default/files/styles/article_teaser_mobile/public/media/images/artscentre-jellyfish-workshop-autumn-2024.jpg?itok=xF0MItqT)
Sat 02 Nov 2024
Multiple time slots, see event for details
Make Your Own Recycled Jellyfish Workshop
In-person
Have fun using recycled plastic and discover how to cut, stick and decorate it to make your own magi...
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Sat 02 Nov 2024
Doors open 14:15, performance starts at 14:30
Jam Jar Theatre: How A Jellyfish Saved the World
In-person
Jam Jar Theatre Company presents a tentacle-tapping puppetry musical, for children and adults, frien...
![The Comedy Network logo on a background of black bricks with a blue zigzag going through the middle](/sites/default/files/styles/article_teaser_mobile/public/media/images/Comedy%20Network%203.jpg?itok=Ng7BsHsX)
Wed 06 Nov 2024
Doors open 20:00, event starts 20:30
The Comedy Network: Alice Sneddon, Finlay Christie and Tom Glover
In-person
Come and unwind at one of our monthly comedy clubs. Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar a...