About the University
Falmouth University was founded as Falmouth School of Art in 1902. It was known as Falmouth College of Arts before being granted full university status in 2012.
Location
The university operates across two Cornwall campuses: Penryn, developed in partnership with the University of Exeter, and Falmouth town centre.
What Students Can Study
Falmouth specialises entirely in the creative industries, including art, design, games, film, writing, and music. Specific course content, structure, and entry requirements vary by department and should be checked directly with the university.
Why Students Consider This University
Students often consider Falmouth University specifically for its specialist focus on the creative industries, taught from its Cornwall campuses.
Studying in Falmouth
StudyUKToday covers Falmouth as one of its UK study destinations, including what the city itself is like for students, alongside Falmouth University.
Applying to Falmouth University
StudyUKToday can help with your application to Falmouth University: understanding your course options, preparing your documents, matching you to the right course, and preparing and submitting your application. This is free for students; we're paid by the university once you enrol, not by you.
Falmouth University makes its own admissions decisions. We support and guide your application; we don't decide the outcome.
Important Information
Course availability, entry requirements, tuition fees, application deadlines, and other admissions requirements can change and vary by course. Always confirm current details directly with Falmouth University or with our team before relying on them.
