Enhanced Applicant Support
Our Enhanced Applicant Support Programme aims to remove some of the barriers that people may face when applying to university.
Eligible applicants (see criteria on our Widening Participation & Outreach page) will be offered a support package based on their individual needs.
This could include personal statement advice, portfolio feedback, interview adjustments, mentoring and/or financial bursaries.
It’s very important that you declare any support requirements or circumstances in your application so we can make sure we’re offering you the right support. This might be a disability or learning difference, or maybe a medical condition that might have an impact on your time at university.
If you’d like to find out more about our Enhanced Applicant Support Programme, get in touch with the team.
Where are you on your journey?
Whether you are considering us, an applicant or an offer holder, we provide a range of support:
Before you apply
You will be able to access a webinar series covering topics such as:
- Personal statement and portfolio advice
- Money management masterclasses
- Mature student sessions
- Employability support
- Student support and accessibility
When you apply
You will have a named applicant services contact, so you can speak to the same person throughout your application. We typically offer sessions such as:
- 1:1 Interview and portfolio support sessions
- Accommodation webinars
- Preparing for university online sessions
- Access to the Travel Fund (see below)
When you accept
Step into Falmouth programme. A series of online events launched the summer before you join us, helping you to feel prepared.
Student Mentor Scheme. Every new student is assigned a mentor who will contact them over the summer, be there to welcome them on moving weekend and offer support throughout the year.
Travel Fund
Prospective students, applicants and offer holders who fall into one of our widening participation categories, are eligible to apply for the Falmouth University Travel Fund.
This can be used towards expenses for visiting Falmouth University Open Days, Applicant Days or In-Person Interviews.
Information for parents and carers
There's a lot to consider when supporting someone applying for university.
From picking a course to university applications and interviews, finding the right accommodation and settling in, this is your one-stop-shop as a parent or supporter.
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Meeting your needs
Support for Care Leavers
Going to university can be a big move, but we can offer you support.
Disability, Health and Wellbeing
It’s important to get support in place before you arrive at University, so make sure you declare y...
Mature Students
Mature students (those aged 21 and over at the beginning of their undergraduate studies) bring new p...
Students With Caring Responsibilities
Student carers are anyone who cares for a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of...
Students from low-income backgrounds
University is for everyone, regardless of their financial background.
Useful resources
From personal statement advice to a parents and carers guide, here are all our best resources for applying to university.
Personal Statement Guide
How do you write a personal statement and what should you include? Read our advice.
Preparing for Your Interview
What's an interview like and how can you prepare? Read our advice and tips and search for course inf...
Portfolio Advice
What is a university portfolio and how do you make one? Read our guide.
Apply for Undergraduate Courses
Join our undergraduate community. Find out key dates and get application information and advice...
Parents & Carers Guide to University
Get clued up on what to expect from the university application journey as a parent or supporter. ...
Parents & Carers Guide to Online Study
See how you can support a student considering an online degree at Falmouth.
Clearing Advice for Parents, Guardians and Carers
What is Clearing? How can your child apply? And how can you support them through the process? Find o...
Application Toolkit
Our Application Toolkit holds lots of advice and information about applying to Falmouth University. ...
Student Voices
Get the inside scoop from our student community. Read the latest student articles on Student Voice. ...
Save the Student
The student money website for everything student finance. Get the latest student discounts, student jobs, make money ideas and more.
Free online advice and guidance sessions
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’...
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...
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...
Wed 22 Jan 2025
12:00 - 13:00
BA Interior Design (online) - Course Overview and Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about BA Interior Design (online) at Falmouth University.
Thu 23 Jan 2025
12:00 - 13:00
BA(Hons) Illustration (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about BA Illustration (Online) at Falmouth University.
Fri 24 Jan 2025
11:00 - 12:00
BA Creative Writing (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about BA(Hons) Creative Writing (online) at Falmouth University...
Wed 29 Jan 2025
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 prepa...
Wed 29 Jan 2025
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 prepa...
Wed 05 Feb 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’...
Tue 11 Feb 2025
12:30 - 13:30
MSc Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management Course Overview and live Q&A
Online
In the session we will explore what you will learn on the course, and how study works at Falmouth. W...
Wed 19 Feb 2025
12:30 - 13:30
An Introduction to Undergraduate Online Study
Online
Join our Course Advisors to discover how studying an online Postgraduate degree can fit with your pe...
Wed 19 Feb 2025
17:30 - 18:30
Parents & Carers: Student Finance for UK Students
Online
In this session we’ll break it down for you, give a clear overview of how the system works for UK ...
Wed 19 Feb 2025
17:30 - 18:30
Parents & Carers: Student Finance for UK Students
Online
In this session we’ll break it down for you, give a clear overview of how the system works for UK ...
Illustration BA(Hons) (Online) in-person event
Thu 20 Feb 2025
14:00 - 15:00
MA Illustration: Authorial Practice Course Overview and Q&A
Online
Discover everything you need to know about our Postgraduate Illustration: Authorial Practice MA at F...
Meet our team
Our Schools and Colleges Partnerships team is made up of passionate and highly experienced practitioners. To book an activity or for further information, contact your regional representative or email outreach@falmouth.ac.uk.
You can also Ask our Community, with students and staff available to tell you all about life at Falmouth University.
Contact
If you would like to find out more or tell us you identify as an underrepresented student and would like support, please contact our Outreach Team:
Our Access and Participation Plan
Our Access and Participation Plan sets out what we are doing to improve equality of opportunity for underrepresented groups to access and succeed in higher education.
