School of Communication
Welcome to the School of Communication
From advertising, marketing and graphic design to creative writing, publishing and journalism – studying at the School of Communication means you’ll work on live briefs and learn from industry experts like Rory Sutherland and Simon Armitage, as well as Writers in Residence including Alice Oswald and Wyl Menmuir.
Through access to industry contacts like these, incredible facilities and opportunities for placements with the likes of the BBC, Condé Nast and global advertising agencies, you’ll be challenged, inspired and raring to begin your career.
With the chance to work on live briefs while you study, the opportunity to collaborate across the creative sector and industry-leading guest speakers and Writers in Residence, the School of Communication gives tomorrow’s storytellers the insights, skills and confidence to succeed across an exciting range of professions.
Our Communication courses
Comedy Writing MA (Online)
Get the skills, tools and industry insights to push your projects to the top of the commissioning ed...
Communication Design MA
Work in an interdisciplinary studio environment, where designing and communicating meaningful and ef...
Creative Advertising BA(Hons)
Turn your ideas into powerful advertising campaigns with impact.
Creative Advertising MA
Build your capabilities as a strategically minded advertising creative. You’ll enter an intensive ...
Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Experiment with all forms of writing to find your passion and develop your writing voice. Explore au...
Creative Writing BA(Hons) (Online)
Whether you dream of penning novels, writing for games, creating compelling digital campaigns or wri...
English & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Join a celebration of literature and writing. You’ll read critically and widely, learning about hi...
Graphic Design BA(Hons)
Graphic Design is one of the most versatile visual disciplines, embracing words and pictures, form a...
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Graphic Design MA (Online)
Throughout this online Graphic Design master’s course, you will explore design on an international...
Integrated Foundation Year BA/BSc(Hons)
Explore your creativity and expand your professional skills by entering the creative industries on a...
Journalism & Creative Writing BA(Hons)
Kick-start your career as a writer, learning how to analyse, practise and publish all forms of journ...
Marketing and Digital Communications MA (Online)
Become a master strategist and innovative creator. Immerse yourself in the ever-evolving landscape o...
Marketing Communications BA(Hons)
In a world where technology is transforming how we live, work and play, marketers must be fast, flex...
Media Production BA(Hons)
An exciting and market-driven fusion of filmmaking, advertising and journalism, this Media Productio...
Professional Writing MA
Forge a successful career in professional writing. You’ll stretch your writing skills across disci...
Writing for Script & Screen MA (Online)
Gain the writing techniques, industry know-how, professional skills and experience of collaborative ...
Explore our media equipment and facilities
As part of our School of Communication, you'll have access to our dedicated writers' room and events space, The Lighthouse, along with The Soundhouse and The Shed, which offer podcasting facilities and a study hub.
Discover stories from our community
Cornish charm and cosy mysteries: Judy Leigh's path to one million books
25 October 2024
Since completing her MA in Professional Writing at Falmouth University in 2015, Judy Leigh has achie...
‘Queen of Crime’ Val McDermid shares the secrets of her writing success with Falmouth students
25 October 2024
Celebrated crime writer Val McDermid gave students studying writing and journalism courses a glimpse...
Graduate Spotlight: broadcast journalist Amy Colman
24 October 2024
Amy Colman, who graduated from Journalism & Creative Writing BA in 2023, has landed a job that's "co...
Students win four Creative Conscience awards
07 October 2024
Four student projects have scooped award wins in this year's Creative Conscience awards
Falmouth lecturer Luke Thompson to release book on conversing with animals
05 September 2024
Professional Writing MA lecturer Luke Thompson will release his new book, titled Domadomadoma-Blumbl...
See award-winning work at the Communication Design Graduation Show
20 August 2024
See the work of Communication Design MA students at their graduation show.
Journalism graduate’s cancer documentary destined for Cannes
20 August 2024
Journalism and Creative Writing BA graduate Tavie Carey’s compelling documentary has been selected...
Graphic Design student wins prestigious Tim Coventon Award
12 August 2024
Graphic Design (BA) student Eathan Aktion is off to Australia after being chosen as this year’s wi...
How an online master's in comedy writing can help you excel in the industry
09 August 2024
There aren’t many people who know more about comedy scriptwriting than multi-award-winning produce...
Two students nominated for UX Design Awards
08 August 2024
Communication Design MA students Akshita Kalra and Shivam Srivastava have been nominated for 2024 UX...
Ant Jackson: from Creative Advertising MA to national supermarket tagline
01 August 2024
After feeling unfulfilled as an in-house marketing manager in 2014, Ant Jackson followed her creativ...
Creative Advertising duo score big with Gen Z ad campaign
18 July 2024
Huge congratulations are in order for two Creative Advertising BA alumni – Hugh Kendall and George...
Student wins award for typography project
10 July 2024
Communication Design MA student King Wai has won an ISTD International Typographic Award for his pro...
Falmouth journalism graduand signed by FC Barcelona as reporter
08 July 2024
Pablo Woolls-Blanco has joined the likes of Lionel Messi, Diego Maradona and Gary Lineker after bein...
Students scoop six Pencils at D&AD Awards 2024
05 July 2024
Six student projects have scooped Pencils in this year’s D&AD New Blood Awards
'13 Cornish Ghost Stories': new anthology published by three senior lecturers
05 July 2024
'13 Cornish Ghost Stories', a chilling anthology of new Cornish ghost stories hit the shelves on 20 ...
A sweet success: how a 3-week placement led to a job offer for one Creative Advertising student
01 July 2024
Securing a work experience placement in today's competitive job market requires creativity and a pro...
Professional Writing MA alumni signs book deal with major publisher
20 June 2024
Professional Writing MA graduate Claire Frances has signed a two-book deal with HarperCollins UK’s...
Stories from Falmouth’s Screenwriters
13 June 2024
The Script Department is a not-for-profit podcast network and virtual studio founded by Dr John Finn...
Lecturer shortlisted for award for exposing international superconductor fraud
11 June 2024
Creative Writing BA lecturer and journalist Dr Kit Chapman has been shortlisted for a national award...