Experience

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Open Days & Events

Experience Falmouth both in-person and virtually at our on campus and online events.

Open Days & Events
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Events

Discover all our events, from information-packed online Q&As to in-person and virtual Open Days....

Events
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Student Life

Our students enjoy a lifestyle a little beyond the ordinary. From exploring the coastline, seek...

Student Life
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Experience Falmouth University

You can experience Falmouth from anywhere in the world. Whether you attend one of our in-person Open Days, campus tours, online events, chat to our students or speak to our knowledgeable Course Advisors, there's loads of ways to connect with us. Explore all the ways you can experience what it's like to study with us and live in this incredible part of the world right here in Cornwall.

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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
Open Day
Open Day

Wed 22 Jan 2025

Open Day

In-person

Visit our beautiful campuses and explore our professional-standard facilities at an Open Day.

Open Day
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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
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Creative Writing online 2024

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...

BA Creative Writing (Online) Course Overview and Q&A
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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...

Applying as an International Student
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Fox 4 graphic design building

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’...

Portfolio Advice
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Business entrepreneurship - Gemma Wearing

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...

MSc Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management Course Overview and live Q&A
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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...

An Introduction to Undergraduate Online Study
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Open day father daughter art illustration exhibition

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 ...

Parents & Carers: Student Finance for UK Students
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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...

MA Illustration: Authorial Practice Course Overview and Q&A
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Wed 05 Mar 2025

13:30 - 14:30

MA Prosthetic Effects Course Overview and Live Q&A

Online

Discover everything you need to know about MA Prosthetic Effects at Falmouth University. 

MA Prosthetic Effects Course Overview and Live Q&A
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Open day father daughter art illustration exhibition

Wed 05 Mar 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Student Finance for UK Students webinar

Online

We know that understanding how student loans work can seem intimidating and often off-putting so in ...

Student Finance for UK Students webinar
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Glasney village exterior

Thu 27 Mar 2025

17:00 - 18:00

How to apply for accommodation 2025

Online

Join us to go through the process of applying for undergraduate accommodation for September 2025.

How to apply for accommodation 2025
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Library facilities

Wed 02 Apr 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Moving to Falmouth Webinar

Online

Join our webinar to hear from our students about why they chose to move to Falmouth, what it was lik...

Moving to Falmouth Webinar
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Visual Communication - 2023

Wed 09 Apr 2025

11:00 - 12:00

Coffee Morning: In conversation with our online students

Online

Grab your coffee and join our online students for an informal chat about their experiences of studyi...

Coffee Morning: In conversation with our online students
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Student life

Wed 09 Apr 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Student Support and Accessibility Webinar

Online

Find out more about what student support and accessibility support is available to you.

Student Support and Accessibility Webinar
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Students walking on Falmouth campus

Wed 16 Apr 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session

Online

In this session we'll give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for y...

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session
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Penryn Campus Sustainability Cafe student reading

Wed 16 Apr 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Student Finance for UK Students webinar

Online

We know that understanding how student loans work can seem intimidating and often off-putting so in ...

Student Finance for UK Students webinar
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Students at gylly beach cafe with paddleboards

Wed 23 Apr 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Money Management Masterclass

Online

An online masterclass on how to budget and manage your money effectively while studying at universit...

Money Management Masterclass
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Library facilities

Wed 07 May 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Student Finance for UK Students webinar

Online

We know that understanding how student loans work can seem intimidating and often off-putting so in ...

Student Finance for UK Students webinar
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Tropical falmouth gardens

Wed 14 May 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session

Online

In this session we'll give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for y...

Budgeting for International Students Advice Session
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Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens

Wed 14 May 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Employability Support Webinar

Online

Join our online session discussing what employability support there is available at Falmouth Univers...

Employability Support Webinar
Launchpad postgraduate group brainstorm

Wed 21 May 2025

17:30 - 18:30

Preparing for University as a Mature Student (Q&A)

Online

An opportunity to chat to current mature students at Falmouth University

Preparing for University as a Mature Student (Q&A)
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Falmouth campus students under fern

Wed 28 May 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Moving to Falmouth Webinar

Online

Join our webinar to hear from our students about why they chose to move to Falmouth, what it was lik...

Moving to Falmouth Webinar
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Wed 04 Jun 2025

17:30 - 18:30

Parents & Carers: Starting University Webinar

Online

If your young person is starting university in September, then this session is a great way to find o...

Parents & Carers: Starting University Webinar
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Architecture students looking at two laptops

Tue 10 Jun 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Applying as an International Student | Advice Webinar

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 | Advice Webinar
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Penryn campus students outside exchange

Wed 11 Jun 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Budgeting as an international student | Advice Session

Online

In this session we will give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for...

Budgeting as an international student | Advice Session
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BA(Hons) Fashion Marketing - Students with Boards

Wed 11 Jun 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Preparing for University: Leaving Home

Online

Join us for tips and discussions on everything you need to know ahead of leaving home.

Preparing for University: Leaving Home
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Falmouth campus ping pong

Wed 25 Jun 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Moving to Falmouth | Advice Webinar

Online

Join our webinar to hear from our students about why they chose to move to Falmouth, what it was lik...

Moving to Falmouth | Advice Webinar
Two male students seated while looking at a laptop
Architecture students looking at two laptops

Tue 08 Jul 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Applying as an International Student | Advice Webinar

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 | Advice Webinar
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Wed 09 Jul 2025

12:00 - 13:00

Budgeting as an international student | Advice Session

Online

In this session we will give you a short overview of things and costs to consider when budgeting for...

Budgeting as an international student | Advice Session
Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens.
Students chatting in Woodlane Campus gardens

Thu 10 Jul 2025

12:30 - 13:30

Application Support for Undergraduate Online Students

Online

Join our Course Advisors to discover how studying an online undergraduate degree can fit with your p...

Application Support for Undergraduate Online Students
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Marketing MSc

Wed 06 Aug 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Twilight Tea: In conversation with our online students

Online

Grab your teapot and join our online students for an informal chat about their experiences of studyi...

Twilight Tea: In conversation with our online students
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Fashion Marketing students working together

Fri 15 Aug 2025

12:30 - 13:30

Application Support for Undergraduate Online Students

Online

Join our Course Advisors to discover how studying an online undergraduate degree can fit with your p...

Application Support for Undergraduate Online Students

Virtual experience

Distance shouldn't be a reason to miss out on what our campuses have to offer, so get a real feel for what it's like to study and live in Cornwall right here.

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Student Voices

Get the inside scoop from our student community. Whether it's about life in Cornwall, advice on applying or what it's like being an international student at Falmouth, hear straight from our students.

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Student life at Falmouth

Discover everything you need to know about life as a student at Falmouth

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Student Life

Our students enjoy a lifestyle a little beyond the ordinary. From exploring the coastline, seek...

Student Life
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Glasney Student Village on Penryn Campus

Accommodation

Explore all our on and off-campus accommodation options and discover modern, well-equipped spaces de...

Accommodation
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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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Student Support

Discover all the support services and wellbeing resources available to Falmouth University students....

Student Support
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Employability Service

Access career support and advice from your Employability Service from day one of your studies, right...

Employability Service
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Study Abroad Exchanges

Get help planning and securing opportunities all over the world - whether it’s a semester, a year ...

Study Abroad Exchanges

Beyond the ordinary

Regularly voted one of the best places to live in the UK, Falmouth offers students something a little beyond the ordinary. Explore an award-winning community of characterful bars, independent shops and cafés, or head to the beach for a surf or a music festival.

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Ask a student

Nobody knows Falmouth quite like our students. From course details, facilities and the local area, to the social scene and settling in, our students are ready and available to answer any questions you might have.

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" Falmouth was just the most beautiful place to live for three years. It was great to be part of such a close community where everyone knew each other. "
Robert Davis, BA(Hons) Fine Art graduate

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If you have any questions, fill in our simple form and we'll get in touch with you regarding your query. We provide expert advice about courses, the application processes, what support you will have as a student and much more.

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Prospectus

Take a look through our undergraduate and postgraduate prospectuses to start exploring our courses. Order your own printed copy or better yet, view our online prospectus today.

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