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Hi there. I'm Jessie, one of the members and coaches for the Falmouth and Exeter Cheerleading club. I am the biggest proponent for joinin...

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Top tips for writing your university personal statement

25 October 2024

Read Ethan's top tips for writing a university personal statement.

Top tips for writing your university personal statement
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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...

How to relax before a university interview
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How parents can support their child before an interview

08 October 2024

As many parents know, especially mine, interviews are extremely stressful for their children.

How parents can support their child before an interview
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Penryn Campus gardens

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.

Feeling safe at university: Why Falmouth was the right choice for me
Kaitlyn

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 ...

Dyslexia and University: My experience at Falmouth
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Swanpool Beach in summer

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...

The benefits of studying by the sea

Applying to Falmouth

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My accepted graphic design portfolio for university

29 January 2025

In this video, Matt shares his advice on how to create a successful graphic design portfolio.

My accepted graphic design portfolio for university
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My accepted art portfolio for university

28 January 2025

In this video, student Jessie gives a walk through of her accepted art portfolio.

My accepted art portfolio for university
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Castle Beach

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

Five reasons why I chose to study at Falmouth from overseas
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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

How to relax before a university interview
Two male Creative advertising students engaged in conversation at a table
Creative Advertising metavision session

Top tips for writing your university personal statement

25 October 2024

Read Ethan's top tips for writing a university personal statement.

Top tips for writing your university personal statement
Students sitting on grass at Penryn campus.
Student life - sitting on grass at Penryn campus

How parents can support their child before an interview

08 October 2024

As many parents know, especially mine, interviews are extremely stressful for their children.

How parents can support their child before an interview
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My experience applying to Falmouth Uni as an international student

02 October 2024

As an international student, I was a bit nervous about the process of applying to Falmouth

My experience applying to Falmouth Uni as an international student
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My experience of going to University a long way from home

22 August 2024

Moving away from home for uni can feel daunting so in this blog I am going to discuss my feelings

My experience of going to University a long way from home
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My experiences of applying to University through UCAS

19 August 2024

When deciding on my university, I not only considered what would be vital for me to grow

My experiences of applying to University through UCAS
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Deciding where to apply in UCAS: My Experience and Advice!

19 August 2024

University applications can be long and daunting, but the best advice comes from those who’ve

Deciding where to apply in UCAS: My Experience and Advice!
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Swanpool Beach in summer

So, You've Got Into Uni Through Clearing? What Now?

16 August 2024

I only decided that I wanted to go to university a month before move in day, so here are my top tips

So, You've Got Into Uni Through Clearing? What Now?
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Library facilities

How to prepare for Clearing

15 August 2024

Applying to university through Clearing can seem like a distant, abstract concept... until it isn’t.

How to prepare for Clearing

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