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What it's like working as a student ambassador

04 September 2023

I'm in my third year at Falmouth University pursuing my BA(Hons) in Animation studies. Despite my ro...

What it's like working as a student ambassador
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Ola Røyseland

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland

08 September 2023

Ola Røyseland is a filmmaker, educator, production company founder and student on Falmouth’s Film...

Meet Norwegian filmmaker Ola Røyseland
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The Cornish Bank - Performance

My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth

07 December 2022

Sustainable Tourism Management BA(Hons) student Lucy shares her favourite things about student life ...

My top 5 favourite things about student life in Falmouth
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Students at Koofi cafe

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

02 June 2023

Find tips on how to budget while studying at Falmouth.

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student
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How university helped to build my confidence

26 May 2023

Find out how university helped one student to build confidence and individuality.

How university helped to build my confidence

Student finances

Find out how our students manage their budget while at university

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Penryn campus sign

How to save money while studying at Falmouth

11 June 2024

I’ve studied and lived in Falmouth for the past three years, in this blog post I’ll share some money

How to save money while studying at Falmouth
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Students on grass

Making the transition from school to University

10 June 2024

Going to university can feel like a really big and scary step in your life. For many young people

Making the transition from school to University
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Falmouth Town square

My experience settling in at Falmouth

10 June 2024

We are quickly approaching the start of a new year at Falmouth University, meaning that thousands of

My experience settling in at Falmouth
Falmouth Town Photo Credit Lee Stephens
Falmouth Town Photo Credit Lee Stephens

My top 5 tips for settling in at Falmouth

10 June 2024

Before coming to Falmouth, when enrolling online there is more information given to you, so do keep

My top 5 tips for settling in at Falmouth
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Penryn campus group of students on grass

Transitioning from school to University

10 June 2024

For those of us just beginning or making our way through our uni years, it can regularly feel

Transitioning from school to University
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Fox Hill cafe

Falmouth Town will help you: making your finances stretch!

10 June 2024

For those of us just beginning or making our way through our uni years, it can regularly feel

Falmouth Town will help you: making your finances stretch!
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Christmas gift guide

Saving money as a student over the festive season

22 November 2023

Saving money as a student can be a struggle, especially over the festive season. With gifts to buy

Saving money as a student over the festive season
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Stannary dining

University student money diary

06 June 2023

We asked Katie, a second-year Acting student what she spends in a typical week at Falmouth

University student money diary
Falmouth
Falmouth

Making your money go further at university

02 June 2023

Whilst at university I discovered some tips to battle the cost of living while also enjoying my time

Making your money go further at university
Three groups of Falmouth students sitting at tables at Koofi cafe
Students at Koofi cafe

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student

02 June 2023

Find tips on how to budget while studying at Falmouth.

Budgeting tips from a Falmouth student
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Beach

How university taught me to manage my money

02 June 2023

Before coming to uni, I wasn’t very good with money. I regularly went out for dinner and coffee shop

How university taught me to manage my money
Cost of living
Cost of living

How to save money whilst making the most of university

02 June 2023

Cost of living: How to save money whilst making the most of your student experience

How to save money whilst making the most of university

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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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Our student content creators

Get to know the people behind our student stories. If you're looking for a student's-eye-view of Falmouth life, our content creators have got you covered. 

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