Enhanced Applicant Support

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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.

Get in touch

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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.

Find out more

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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.

Find out more

Getting lost in the jargon?

Download your guide to university application jargon below:

Meeting your needs

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Support for Care Leavers

Going to university can be a big move, but we can offer you support.

Support for Care Leavers
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Support

Disability, Health and Wellbeing

It’s important to get support in place before you arrive at University, so make sure you declare y...

Disability, Health and Wellbeing
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Mature Students

Mature students (those aged 21 and over at the beginning of their undergraduate studies) bring new p...

Mature Students
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Students With Caring Responsibilities

Student carers are anyone who cares for a family member, partner or friend who needs help because of...

Students With Caring Responsibilities
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Students from low-income backgrounds

University is for everyone, regardless of their financial background.

Students from low-income backgrounds

Useful resources

From personal statement advice to a parents and carers guide, here are all our best resources for applying to university.

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Personal statement page

Personal Statement Guide

How do you write a personal statement and what should you include? Read our advice.

Personal Statement Guide
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Preparing for Your Interview

What's an interview like and how can you prepare? Read our advice and tips and search for course inf...

Preparing for Your Interview
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Portfolio Advice

What is a university portfolio and how do you make one? Read our guide.

Portfolio Advice
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Apply for Undergraduate Courses

Join our undergraduate community. Find out key dates and get application information and advice...

Apply for Undergraduate Courses
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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 University
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Parents & Carers Guide to Online Study

See how you can support a student considering an online degree at Falmouth.  

Parents & Carers Guide to Online Study
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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...

Clearing Advice for Parents, Guardians and Carers
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Architecture student working at desk

Application Toolkit

Our Application Toolkit holds lots of advice and information about applying to Falmouth University. ...

Application Toolkit
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Student Voices

Get the inside scoop from our student community. Read the latest student articles on Student Voice. ...

Student Voices
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Money Saving Expert

Money saving guides, tips & articles from Martin Lewis.

Money Saving Expert
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Save the Student

The student money website for everything student finance. Get the latest student discounts, student jobs, make money ideas and more.

Save the Student

Free online advice and guidance sessions

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International students chatting

Wed 27 Nov 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...

Applying as an International Student
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International students chatting

Wed 27 Nov 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...

Applying as an International Student
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Online photography student

Wed 27 Nov 2024

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...

An Introduction to Undergraduate Online Study
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Business students sat on floor

Wed 27 Nov 2024

16:00 - 17:00

Personal Statement Advice

Online

Writing a strong personal statement is an important part of the application process for university. ...

Personal Statement Advice
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Entrepreneurship 1

Mon 02 Dec 2024

18:00 - 19:00

MSc Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management Masterclass

Online

Join Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management MSc Course Leader, Marcus Simmons, for a Masterclass e...

MSc Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management Masterclass
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Portfolio 2

Wed 04 Dec 2024

16:00 - 17:00

Portfolio Advice

Online

In this session we’ll cover the basics for putting together a portfolio ready for interview. We’...

Portfolio Advice
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Business students sat on floor

Wed 11 Dec 2024

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...

Personal Statement Advice
International Business Management
International Business Management

Wed 18 Dec 2024

12:00 - 13:00

Applying as an International Student

Online

As an international student, applying to a university in UK may seem quite daunting.

Applying as an International Student
International Business Management
International Business Management

Wed 18 Dec 2024

12:00 - 13:00

Applying as an International Student

Online

As an international student, applying to a university in UK may seem quite daunting.

Applying as an International Student
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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’...

Portfolio Advice
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Photography lecturer using camera equipment

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...

BA Photography (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
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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...

Visual Communication BA(Hons) (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
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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...

BSc Business & Marketing (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
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Interior design students

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.

BA Interior Design (online) - Course Overview and Q&A
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Illustration online 2024

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.

BA(Hons) Illustration (Online) Course Overview and Q&A

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.

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Senior Outreach Officer

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Andrew Wallis

Head of School and College Partnerships, South West and Wales

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Anna Hawes

Head of UK Recruitment and Outreach

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Brad Tudor-Gayler

Head of School and College Partnerships, South East and London

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Joshua Barnett

Head of School and College Partnerships, Midlands and North

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Outreach Officer

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Sarah McCullough

NSSW Outreach Officer

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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:

E: outreach@falmouth.ac.uk

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. 

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