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Falmouth University
Falmouth, South West, United Kingdom
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Why study at Falmouth University?
Falmouth University is a specialist creative arts university in Cornwall, founded in 1902 as Falmouth School of Art and granted full university title in 2012. It teaches from two campuses near the south Cornish coast and concentrates on art, design, film, photography, games, music, performance, writing and creative business, supported by industry-standard studios and production facilities.
At a glance
Falmouth University in numbers
- 2Campuses
- 1902Founded
- #83Guardian 2026
- 6,000Students
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Where you'll study
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Falmouth Campus
Subtropical gardens and light-flooded studios make Falmouth Campus a haven for creative practice. With a lively creative community, impressive facilities and a library packed with resources, it’s the perfect space to share and develop your skills.
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Penryn Campus
Standing proud above Penryn town and just a short hop away from the vibrant community of Falmouth, Penryn Campus’ architectural innovation, outstanding facilities and industry-standard technology make it the ideal place to hone your skills.
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Scholarships
Ask your counsellor which of these you may be eligible for — they'll confirm the details before you apply.
- Vice-Chancellor Scholarship
- International Talent Scholarship
- Falmouth Pathway Award
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