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Student stories
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Feeling safe at university: Why Falmouth was the right choice for me
19 December 2024
When choosing a university, one of Mariana's priorities was feeling safe in its environment.
Why you should join clubs and societies at university
13 December 2024
Discover how getting involved in student clubs and societies has transformed Jessie's university exp...
Five reasons why I chose to study at Falmouth from overseas
12 December 2024
It took weeks of research to narrow down my list of unis - with Falmouth as my top choice. Here are ...
Settling in at Falmouth as an International Student
12 December 2024
The decision to become an international student at Falmouth Uni is something I absolutely do not reg...
A day in the life of a Graphic Design student
10 December 2024
Follow a typical day of Graphic Design student, Matt.
What is it like studying in the Academy of Music and Theatre Arts?
09 December 2024
In this blog, I aim to paint a picture of what life in AMATA (The Academy of Music and Theatre Arts)...
Collaborating at University: Creativity in Everything
09 December 2024
When people ask me to describe Falmouth University, I find no better way than to say a beautiful pla...
How I combined my creative interests through cross-course collaboration
09 December 2024
If you’re anything like me, there’s probably more than one way you like to create and you may ha...
12 Days of wellbeing
26 November 2024
Here are 12 tips for looking after your health and wellbeing during the winter months.
Paris Photo and beyond: Highlights from my Photography MA (Online) study trip
19 November 2024
Online Photography MA student, Bhaskar Sitholey, reflects on his recent study trip to Paris.
Shopping and eating more sustainably as a student
18 November 2024
In this blog I’ll share the advice I wish someone had given me in my first year about eating well,...
My guide to international food shops in Falmouth and Truro
14 November 2024
Second year Lucy explains her top shops to visit in the local area for international food, drinks an...
The benefits of studying by the sea
13 November 2024
So, you may be wondering, why should I study at Falmouth? Well, there are many reasons why you shoul...
How to relax before a university interview
11 November 2024
Your university interview may feel like a stressful and anxiety-inducing event in your application j...
My trip to Malaysia with the Cultural Immersion programme!
30 October 2024
In June 2024 I was lucky enough to get a place on the Cultural Immersion Programme with a trip to ...
Dyslexia and University: My experience at Falmouth
30 October 2024
As a student with dyslexia, university seemed like a bigger struggle for me as I stressed about the ...
The Creative Mind: Higher Education and Dyslexia
30 October 2024
Growing up with dyslexia has proven time and time again to be a challenge in education and in my eve...
How to continue your creative practice whilst away from university
30 October 2024
This article is written by second-year BA Hons Film student Mia Whilst away from in-contact...
Top tips for writing your university personal statement
25 October 2024
Read Ethan's top tips for writing a university personal statement.
Why I chose to study abroad at the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand
14 October 2024
This article was written by current second-year, Amal Brepotra, a BA (Hons) Journalism & Creative Wr...
Upcoming events
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Mon 06 Jan 2025
06 - 22 January*, 18:00 – 21:00 (* Every weekday except 07, 10, 14, 17, 21 January)
Short Course: ACP Photoshop | January 2025
Online
This short course is ideal for both beginner-level Adobe Photoshop users and professionals seeking t...
Mon 06 Jan 2025
Two parts: 06 January and 08 January, 18:00 - 21:00
Short Course: Getting Started with Premiere Pro - Introduction to Video Editing | January 2025
Online
Learn the basics of video editing.
Mon 06 Jan 2025
06 - 23 January* 18:00 – 21:00 (* Every weekday except 07, 10, 14, 17, 21 January)
Short Course: Premiere Pro ACP | January 2025
Online
Build the skills to edit digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro.This Adobe Premiere Pro course is a ...
Mon 06 Jan 2025
Two Part | 06 January and 08 January, 18:00 – 21:00
Short Course: Getting started with Adobe Photoshop | January 2025
Online
If you’re new to Adobe Photoshop, this course is a great first step into the world of image editin...
Tue 07 Jan 2025
Two part | 07 January and 08 January, 18:00 – 21:00
Short Course: Getting started with Adobe Illustrator | January 2025
Online
Explore the basic concepts and functions of Adobe Illustrator
Tue 07 Jan 2025
07 January to 21 January*, 18:00 – 21:00 (*Every day except 10, 16, 17 Jan)
Short Course: ACP Illustrator | January 2025
Online
Elevate your design skills with the Adobe Illustrator ACP course. This comprehensive programme provi...
Thu 09 Jan 2025
Two Part | Thursday 9th & Monday 13th Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Go further with Photoshop | January 2025
Online
Our Go Further with Photoshop course is perfect for anyone who wants to expand their skills and know...
Thu 09 Jan 2025
2 Part | Thursday 9th & Monday 13th Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Go Further with Adobe Illustrator - January 2025
Online
Enhance your beginner design skills with our engaging course. Learn how to cut and reshape your desi...
Thu 09 Jan 2025
Two Part | Thursday 09 & Monday 13 January, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Premiere Pro: Propel your skills to the next level | January 2025
Online
This course is perfect for those who have completed the 'Getting started' course or already have bas...
Tue 14 Jan 2025
Two Part | Tuesday 14th & Wednesday 15th Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Adobe Illustrator: Propel your skills to the next level | January 2025
Online
Enhance your creative potential with our intermediate Adobe Illustrator course! Dive into the art of...
Wed 15 Jan 2025
16:00 - 17:00
Portfolio Advice
Online
In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview. We’...
Wed 15 Jan 2025
Wednesday 15th, 22nd and 29th January 2025 from 6-8pm
Short Course: Bookbinding | Wednesday evenings January 2025
In-person
A short course on discovering the practices of a time-honoured craft with renowned bookbinder Tom O'...
Wed 15 Jan 2025
Two Part | Wednesday 15th & Thursday 16th Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Master Premiere Pro | January 2025
Online
This course targets users who are familiar with Premiere Pro basics and wish to enhance their skills...
Wed 15 Jan 2025
Two Part | Wednesday 15 & Thursday 16 January 18:00 – 21:00
Short Course: Propel your Photoshop skills to the next level | January 2025
Online
Our Photoshop – propel your skills to the next level course is perfect for anyone who wants to exp...
Fri 17 Jan 2025
17 January 2025, 09:00 - 16:00
Short Course: Photoshop for Photographers | January 2025
Online
This online short course will teach you different techniques aimed specifically towards photog...
Mon 20 Jan 2025
12:00 - 13:00
BA Photography (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
Online
In the session we will explore what you will learn on the course, and how online study works at Falm...
Mon 20 Jan 2025
Two Part | Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Master Adobe Illustrator | January 2025
Online
Transform your skills with Adobe Illustrator! Master perspective tools and grids to create breathtak...
Mon 20 Jan 2025
Two Part | Monday 20th & Wednesday 22nd Jan, 18.00-21.00
Short Course: Photoshop mastery | January 2025
Online
Our Photoshop mastery course is perfect for anyone who wants to expand their skills and knowledge of...
Tue 21 Jan 2025
12:00 - 13:00
BSc Business & Marketing (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
Online
In the session we will explore what you will learn on the course, and how online study works at Falm...
Tue 21 Jan 2025
12:00 - 13:00
Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
Online
In the session we will explore what you will learn on the course, and how online study works at Falm...