Our Local Community

All the ways you can engage with your local university

We're not just a university in Cornwall, we're a university for Cornwall.

We are committed to sharing our spaces, resources and knowledge to support our local community to thrive. 

From community days, exhibitions and events, to business support and knowledge exchange, here's how you can benefit from everything that’s happening at Falmouth University. 

    Opening our campuses to the community

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    SoCD graduate show students looking book

    Community Day

    Our annual Community Day is the perfect opportunity for staff, students and the local community to get together and enjoy our beautiful Falmouth Campus.

    Coinciding with our Degree Shows, you are able to discover our graduating talent while enjoying creative workshops, lawn games and live entertainment. Our next Community Day will take place on Saturday 31 May 2025 at our Falmouth Campus on Woodlane.

    Degree Shows & Games Expo

    Our Degree Shows and the Games Expo are the highlight of our events calendar. At every corner of our campuses, there has been an array of inspirational work produced by our graduating students. 

    Join us from 24 - 31 May 2025 to celebrate the amazing work of our students. Visit our Degree Shows page to see the full schedule of events.

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    Two young children drawing during Falmouth University Community Day 2022
    A large 'Expo' sign greets arrivals at the 2022 Games Expo
    Families playing games in the gardens on Falmouth Campus
    Students playing games on PCs at the 2022 Games Expo

    Experience live performances at AMATA

    Falmouth University's AMATA is a public venue that hosts a year-round programme of professional performances from globally touring artists, as well as local and student talent. Whether you're into live music, theatre, dance or comedy, you're sure to find something that fits the bill.

    See what's on
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    Civic University Agreement

    Falmouth University and the University of Exeter have signed a Civic University Agreement with Cornwall Council, the Council of the Isles of Scilly and the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board (ICB).

    Find out more
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    Penryn Campus Sustainability Cafe student reading

    Enjoy our gardens & eateries

    Across our Falmouth and Penryn campuses, you'll find an array of tropical flora, Italian orchards and beautiful lawns to enjoy. Visitors are also welcome in our cafes and food outlets, so feel free to pop in for coffee or a bite to eat.

    Explore our campuses

    Community news

    Lucy Lockwood

    Lucy Lockwood on using waste marine textiles for good

    24 March 2025

    Business & Digital Marketing BA(Hons) student Lucy Lockwood is using her Final Major Project to crea...

    Lucy Lockwood on using waste marine textiles for good
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    Photography student snaps Movember campaign for the Cornish Pirates

    29 November 2024

    Documentary & Editorial Photography BA student Benj Gilbert has been putting his camera skills to ex...

    Photography student snaps Movember campaign for the Cornish Pirates
    raquel

    Photography student begins placement at Cornish dairy

    12 September 2024

    Commercial Photography BA student Raquel Rodrigues has started an exciting work placement at Cornish...

    Photography student begins placement at Cornish dairy
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    jonty clark flexi-hex

    Photography graduates complete placements at Flexi-Hex

    23 August 2024

    Three graduates have completed micro-internships at the Cornish sustainable packaging company, Flexi...

    Photography graduates complete placements at Flexi-Hex
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    Falmouth University joins Cornwall National Landscape Partnership

    24 June 2024

    Falmouth University is to join the Cornwall National Landscape Partnership in a move spearheaded by ...

    Falmouth University joins Cornwall National Landscape Partnership
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    Student sailing

    Falmouth student relishes adventure at sea with Tall Ships Youth Trust

    28 May 2024

    Marine & Natural History Photography BA(Hons) student Mim Hughes recently put aside the home comfort...

    Falmouth student relishes adventure at sea with Tall Ships Youth Trust
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    Women in Sound- Amy and Astra

    Women in Sound: Falmouth student and graduate produce podcast for Hypatia Trust

    10 January 2024

    Astra Jeffree and graduate Amy Colman have produced a podcast for The Hypatia Trust that aims to amp...

    Women in Sound: Falmouth student and graduate produce podcast for Hypatia Trust
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    Penryn Campus

    Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

    27 September 2023

    Falmouth University and the University of Exeter have signed a Civic University Agreement with Cornw...

    Civic University Agreement signed for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
    Falmouth University Vice Chancellor and Chief Exectutive signs Armed Forces Covenant
    Armed Forces Covenant Falmouth University

    Falmouth University signs covenant to recognise the contribution of armed services personnel and their families

    27 June 2023

    Falmouth University’s Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive has signed the Armed Forces Covenant on ...

    Falmouth University signs covenant to recognise the contribution of armed services personnel and their families
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    Tree Planting Day - 8

    Falmouth University community plants 500 trees in partnership with PlantOne

    21 June 2023

    Through its partnerhsip with PlantOne, Falmouth University has planted 500 trees at the Trefusis Est...

    Falmouth University community plants 500 trees in partnership with PlantOne

    Contributing to our economy & community

    We are the only university headquartered in Cornwall. As a significant local employer, driver of skills development and hub of local enterprise, boosting the region's economy is at the heart of our mission.

    From Knowledge Exchange and business support to facilities hire and our employability services, see how we're supporting the local economy.

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    Academy for Innovation & Research

    Working with Industry & Non Profit

    From offering fully-funded business support and opening up our incredible facilities for hire, to connecting you with our talented students, see how we work with businesses, charities and community organisations.

    Working with Industry & Non Profit
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    Business Support & Expertise

    Benefit from business consultancy, product and services development support, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and CPD for your workforce.

    Business Support & Expertise
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    Research & Knowledge Exchange CATT conference

    Knowledge Exchange

    Here at Falmouth we champion Knowledge Exchange: the sharing of ideas, skills, expertise and physica...

    Knowledge Exchange

    Make the most of our facilities

    Did you know you can hire our facilities and equipment? Whether you've got a creative project in the wings or you need a space for your community group to meet, we're here to help you make it happen.

    Hire facilities & equipment
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    Our Outreach team supports students from all backgrounds with their creativity and access to higher education through 1-1, school and college support.

    Discover our short courses

    Move ahead in your career, expand your skillset, and explore new topics on our short courses.

    Find a short course
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    Work with our students

    Looking for student talent in your business?

    Tap into our pool of creative skills by working with our students. Whether you have an internship to offer, a live brief you want fulfilled or a role out for recruitment, we can help you connect with our student community.

    You can do this by connecting with our employability service, RealWORKS, or contacting our creative agency, Mayn Creative.

    Work with our students

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    Join upcoming events

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    ArtsCentre Estella Hurlock Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 09:50, performance starts at 10:00

    Estella Hurlock

    In-person

    Dolby Atmos Soundscape Performance: Inspired By Macbeth, an undoing.

    Estella Hurlock
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

    Sean Butcher

    In-person

    A Playback session featuring the work of Sean Butcher.

    Sean Butcher
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

    HLP / Hamilton Live Productions CIC

    In-person

    HLP Hamilton Live Productions is a community-driven event promotion agency, that is dedicated to sup...

    HLP / Hamilton Live Productions CIC
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    ArtsCentre Michael Freeman Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 11:50, performance starts at 12:00

    DJ Freeman: Printed Circuit Beats

    In-person

    Printed Circuit Beats: DJ Freeman, backed by 30 years in the business, will perform an eclectic sele...

    DJ Freeman: Printed Circuit Beats
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    ArtsCentre Gaia Moura Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

    Gaia Moura

    In-person

    Navigating between dark melodies and falsetto, Gaia Moura explores vulnerability, emotions and intim...

    Gaia Moura
    A photo of Sentra Rendell wearing a black outfit against a white backdrop
    ArtsCentre Senara Rendell Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

    Senara

    In-person

    This album invokes a range of emotions, driven by both spirit and anguish.

    Senara
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    ArtsCentre Lauri Thomson Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 13:50, performance starts at 14:00

    Vuorloz

    In-person

    Welcome your awareness to a plane unfixed geometry.

    Vuorloz
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

    Three Body Problem

    In-person

    Three Body Problem combines the Gothic and Trip hop into a project that focuses on the separation we...

    Three Body Problem
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

    G Mena-Gutierrez

    In-person

    A Playback session featuring the work of G Mena-Gutierrez.

    G Mena-Gutierrez
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    ArtsCentre Gabrielle Semmens Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 15:50, performance starts at 16:00

    Violetic

    In-person

    Violetic is an electronic music artist blending synthwave, chill pop, and electronic techno.

    Violetic
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    ArtsCentre Marcel Ros Rydh Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

    YvngKa$hi

    In-person

    This playback showcase moves through two contrasting sections.

    YvngKa$hi
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 18:00

    Lathkill

    In-person

    Lathkill is music for the shell of a man.

    Lathkill
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    ArtsCentre Daisy Min Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

    Daisy Min: Devour Me Gently

    In-person

    This Audio – Visual Poetry Album is an immersive journey through sound, poetry , and visuals, tell...

    Daisy Min: Devour Me Gently
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    ArtsCentre: Jesse Hill Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

    Driftwood Selkie

    In-person

    A series of collaborations between SoFT and Animations students with Selkie.

    Driftwood Selkie
    Music artist Jolie Lane stood a microphone in dim stage lighting
    ArtsCentre Jolie Lane Summer 2025

    Wed 14 May 2025

    Doors open 19:50, performance starts at 20:00

    Jolie Elouise and Band

    In-person

    “My existence is political” – The band’s performance weaves a powerful narrative of personal...

    Jolie Elouise and Band
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    ArtsCentre Chris Hitchens Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 09:50, performance starts at 10:00

    Chris Hitchins Sextet

    In-person

    Experience the lively performance of Chris Hitchins’ 6-piece instrumental ensemble, spanning genre...

    Chris Hitchins Sextet
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    ArtsCentre Thea William Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

    Thea: Melancholy Recovery

    In-person

    'Melancholy Recovery’ is a piece created to highlight grief and loss through music.

    Thea: Melancholy Recovery
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 10:50, playback starts at 11:00

    Oscar Neuman

    In-person

    A Playback session featuring the work of Oscar Neuman.

    Oscar Neuman
    A singer performing into a microphone with their hand in the air
    ArtsCentre Jess Mitchell Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 11:50, performance starts at 12:00

    Jess Mitchell: ‘Upon Mercy’s Sea’

    In-person

    Upon Mercy's Sea is a soul-stirring band led by Jess Mitchell, blending original songs inspired by s...

    Jess Mitchell: ‘Upon Mercy’s Sea’
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    ArtsCentre Company Fawn Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Various dates, please see event listing

    Company Fawn

    In-person

    Company Fawn presents LIMITS, their dynamic and exposing work.

    Company Fawn
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    ArtsCentre Mihee Aiton Kim Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

    Mihee Aiton Kim: Wild Dolphins Music Studio

    In-person

    Taste multiple colours of Mihee Aiton Kim’s original music.

    Mihee Aiton Kim: Wild Dolphins Music Studio
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    ArtsCentre Lily Thompson summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 12:50, playback starts at 13:00

    Tiger Lily

    In-person

    I am a songwriter and vocalist.

    Tiger Lily
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    ArtsCentre Lettie Scully Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 13:50, performance starts at 14:00

    As You Are

    In-person

    'As You Are' are a worship band that were created by Collette Scully. The band is influenced by Coun...

    As You Are
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    ArtsCentre CompanyRuach and CompanyAvaia Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Various dates, please see event listing

    Company Ruach and Company Avaia Double Bill

    In-person

    A performance double bill, featuring the Companies Ruach and Avaia.

    Company Ruach and Company Avaia Double Bill
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    ArtsCentre Archie Saunders Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 14:50, playback starts at 15:00

    Archy Finn

    In-person

    Finding Land From Sea, a showcase of folk/ambient pieces.

    Archy Finn
    A row of people outside and in front of a harbour of boats
    ArtsCentre Luke Wilkinson Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 15:50, performance starts at 16:00

    Primary Super Ducktail

    In-person

    Primary Super Ducktail is a collection of students who piece rock band, taking elements from Shoegaz...

    Primary Super Ducktail
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

    Ryan Moore

    In-person

    A Playback session featuring the work of Ryan Moore.

    Ryan Moore
    A silhouette image of a sound technician at a mixing desk, a band on stage under colourful theatrical light and an audience in between
    ArtsCentre MSI340 Holding Image Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 16:50, playback starts at 17:00

    Jack Dunk

    In-person

    A Playback session featuring the work of Jack Dunk.

    Jack Dunk
    A group of dancers on the floor huddled together against a very light grey backdrop
    ArtsCentre Company Aether Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Various dates, please see event listing

    Company Aether

    In-person

    Working from a springboard of ideas surrounding environments and spaces, we will take you on a journ...

    Company Aether
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    ArtsCentre Elowen Waters Summer 2025

    Thu 15 May 2025

    Doors open 17:50, performance starts at 18:00

    Elowen and The Waters

    In-person

    Elowen is a Cornish contemporary folk artist based in Falmouth. Her songs weave poignant stories ins...

    Elowen and The Waters

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    Community helpline

    We are proud of the positive impact that our students make in our local area. 

    We encourage all our students to be respectful and responsible members of the local community and emphasise the importance of this throughout each academic year. 

    If you would like to report a student related concern or seek advice, please telephone our community issues helpline on 01326 370737 or email community@fxplus.ac.uk.