Apply as an International Student

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Read about each way to apply below and then choose the one you'd prefer. You may also want to read the UKCISA's helpful application tips on Studying in the UK before applying. 

How to apply as an international student | Falmouth University

Apply for an undergraduate degree

Apply through UCAS for 2025

You can apply as an international student through UCAS for 2025. Our University code is F33 and you'll find your course code on the specific course page. Use the course search below to find your code and then go to UCAS.

Go to UCAS
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Apply directly with us

You can apply to us directly by using an online form for some of our courses. To request a direct application form, please contact us below.

Apply direct

Apply through an agent

You can apply through an agent of the University. These are people who work internationally on our behalf. This is good if you want to speak to someone face-to-face when you apply to Falmouth.

Find an Agent

Apply for a postgraduate degree

You can start your application for a postgraduate degree directly with us. Fill in your details and course of interest and we'll get in touch with you about your next application steps.

Start your application

Apply for an online degree

If you want to apply for an online undergraduate or postgraduate degree with us there is a specific application process. Go to our online degree application page to get all the information you need to apply.

Apply for an online degree
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Your application journey

After you apply

After you apply to Falmouth you will receive confirmation of your application as well as an email outlining next steps and important dates and deadlines in relation to your application. We will then check your qualifications and that you meet the English Language Requirements

 

Visa information

The process for obtaining a visa can be lengthy, so we'd encourage applying as early as possible to ensure there is enough time before your course starts. You’ll only be able to apply for your visa once you have an unconditional offer, have accepted the offer and paid the acceptance fee and where appropriate and completed a pre-CAS interview. We'll also need proof of your qualifications.

Your application journey

Application toolkit

From advice about writing your personal statement and what to include in your portfolio to how to prepare for your interview, our Application Toolkit holds lots of information and advice about applying to Falmouth University.

See our Application Toolkit
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Meet Jessie

"As an international student, I was a bit nervous about the process of applying to Falmouth University, as it was so different from what any of my friends or family had done. Looking back now as a third year student, however, I can now say that the application process was only the beginning of a fun, challenging and exciting adventure, which the university has supported me through every step of the way..." 

Read Jessie's full story here