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Falmouth University

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Falmouth University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Falmouth University is a public university in the United Kingdom focused on the creative industries. It suits international applicants who want an undergraduate creative degree at a specialist institution.

  2. What you can study

    You can study at bachelor's level, with BA(Hons) Visual Communication given as an example programme. Falmouth is a specialist university for the creative industries, so the programme offering is built around that area.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply for a bachelor's degree through the universityโ€™s standard admissions route and check the official website for entry requirements, documents, and deadlines. The universityโ€™s application steps for international students are not detailed here, so confirm the current process with admissions before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Cornwall will still need to be budgeted separately, along with travel, visa, and accommodation costs.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website before you apply. If you are moving from abroad, also check visa requirements, accommodation options, arrival timing, and whether the specific bachelor's programme you want is currently open to international applicants.

  6. How it compares

    There are 193 universities in the United Kingdom, and Falmouth stands out in that group as a specialist public university rather than a broad multi-subject institution. That makes it more suitable if you want a creative-industry focus at bachelor's level than if you want a wide programme choice.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Falmouth University

What type of university is Falmouth University?

It is a public university in the United Kingdom.

Where is Falmouth University based?

It is based in Falmouth and Penryn, Cornwall, in the UK.

What degree level does it offer in the listed information?

Bachelor's degree.

What is one example programme?

BA(Hons) Visual Communication.

Overview

Falmouth University is a specialist public university for the creative industries based in Falmouth and Penryn, Cornwall, UK. Founded as Falmouth School of Art in 1902, it was later known as Falmouth College of Art and Design and then Falmouth College of Arts until 2012, when the university college was officially granted full university status by the Privy Council.

Programs at Falmouth University

8 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Music & Performing Arts

Acting BA(Hons)

Falmouth University

โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Animation BA(Hons)

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Arts, Design & Architecture

Architecture BA(Hons)

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โฑ 4 years ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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