History
For more than 120 years, Falmouth University has been driving innovation in the creative industries.
Founded in 1902 as Falmouth School of Art, the university has always invested in the future of the creative sector. With professional-standard facilities, academics that are experienced and passionate about their subjects within a vibrant, creative community.
Research
Our researchers work in an environment of Open Innovation to address the grand challenges of our age. This way of working encourages us to operate across disciplines, share ideas, stimulate invention and engage in entrepreneurial activities. It recognises that ideas come from many different sources and that we need to co-operate with partners from different sectors, with other businesses, markets and end-users.
Career
Our industry connections, professional facilities, in-house agencies and challenge-led approach to teaching mean our students are doing it for real from day one. Whether it’s paid opportunities through our Employability Service, an international placement or our program of guest lecturers, we empower our students to carve out successful, entrepreneurial careers by giving them a head start in industry. We know that in today’s workplace it’s important to be flexible. So in addition to our on-campus portfolio of degrees, we also offer online undergraduate and postgraduate courses that can be completed anywhere in the world and fitted around a career or other responsibilities.
Falmouth University Key Statistics & Highlights
- 28 Masters
- 82 Scholarships
- 350 Academic Staff
- 6,000 Students
- 550 Students (int'l)
- 3,600 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
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Falmouth University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 52 reviews
- 5 Star 18 Reviews
- 4 Star 30 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 1 Review
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.3
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
- Student Diversity 4.1
- Quality of Student Life 4.4
- Career Development 4.3
University Experience
No comment I’m happy with the survey today and can see any improved requirements
Flexible learning support
Really good and interesting subject. Focused on the students and flexibilty all good very good indeed. Teachers very supporting and nice. Very proffesional hoepfully will help me to get a better job. Hope to movw into a better position soon
Fashion retail gaps
Fashion retail lacks communication between staff, tutors and a general subjective take on all marking, making a biased opinion based judgments on students work. Half the staff left during covid due to lack of support from the board. Arcadia went bust, who own the building.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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Housing services
Whether you want the ease of living on campus, a home just moments from the sea, or a vibrant spot in the heart of Falmouth town, we have a range of student accommodation options to suit your needs. From shared rooms to self-contained studio apartments, with both self-catered and catered options available, you can find a space that fits your lifestyle and budget.
Library services
The library collections provide print and online resources, including textbooks, journals, magazines, audio-visual material, images, news, archives, academic, creative and industry databases.
At the campus libraries you can browse our physical collections, get support from the Compass Help Desk, study with your friends or just find some needed quiet.
ICT services
The IT & Digital teams are committed to delivering technology support for teaching, learning and research. The IT Service Desk provides help and advice with using University-managed computer software or hardware, as well as guidance on connecting to campus WiFi and accessing your university account.
Medical services
We have a range of support available to help you look after your mental and physical wellbeing and feel settled in your life at Falmouth. Students can also access NHS healthcare through local doctor surgeries. Our student support teams can help you register.
Campus life
Falmouth University is split between two campuses, approximately four miles apart. Regular buses run between the two, with a journey time of 20-25 minutes.
Penryn Campus is our larger site, and purpose-built with resources for all students. This site has our photography, filmmaking, game, fashion and business courses – as well as our sports center, performance venue and more.
Falmouth Campus is a more traditional in-town campus, located in beautiful subtropical gardens. Our art, design, architecture, creative writing and illustration courses are housed in this campus.
Both campuses have well-stocked libraries, cafes, extensive gardens and breakout spaces.
Student clubs
Our Students’ Union puts students at the heart of everything they do.
Extracurricular activities can take your degree from being good, to being great. That’s why the Students' Union runs hundreds of student societies and clubs, over 1,000 activities a year, and averages around 20,000 volunteering hours.
On the clubs and societies front, there’s something for everyone - from classic groups like Fal Surf and the fundraising society to Cornish Language and Culture and the martial art Tang Soo Do. Most societies are free to try and will often become an integral part of your university life.
Accreditation
- Educational Affiliate of the British Computing Society
- BAFTA scholarship eligible courses
- ARRI educational affiliate
- A CILECT School of Film and Television
- ScreenSkills accredited courses
- Falmouth University's Games Academy is ranked 13th undergraduate games school worldwide, and 11th in the world for postgraduate games courses - settling at No.1 for both undergraduate and postgraduate Games Design in England, by the Princeton Review.
- The Games Academy at Falmouth University is proud to be a top ranked school in the 2024 Global School Rankings by The Rookies.
- 2024 Top Creative Schools – Concept Art
- 2024 Top Creative Schools – Game Design & Development