Falmouth University Postgraduate Prospectus 2027

Postgraduate study at Falmouth University unlocks creative opportunities, fuels innovation and shapes careers...

WELCOME

We’re delighted you’re considering Falmouth as the next step in your academic and professional journey. Here, you’ll join a vibrant and inclusive postgraduate community where innovation, collaboration and ambition shape everything we do. Our research environment is internationally recognised for its excellence and our close partnerships with industry ensure your learning is both academically rigorous and professionally relevant.

There are many reasons to pursue postgraduate study. You might be looking to deepen your knowledge, explore new career pathways, transition into a different field or return to education to shape your next chapter. Whatever your goal, we’ll support you in achieving it – whether you choose to study on campus in Cornwall or access flexible online courses that bring Falmouth’s teaching expertise to you.

Today’s world calls for bold, creative thinkers who can navigate complex global challenges with confidence. At Falmouth, we’ll equip you to do just that. While we embrace emerging technologies and new ways of working, we remain committed to championing the magic of creativity – the distinctly human spark of imagination that technology can never fully replicate. Our academic staff are both experienced educators and active professionals with real-world insight. You’ll benefit from their industry knowledge, mentorship and dedication to supporting your growth as both a practitioner and a thinker.

Come and discover what makes Falmouth different. We look forward to welcoming you.

Professor Emma Hunt Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive

JOIN FALMOUTH’S LEADING

CREATIVE THINKERS TO DISCOVER THE FUTURE OF POSTGRADUATE STUDY – AND YOUR PLACE WITHIN IT.

A VISION FOR THE FUTU rE

Dr Kingsley Marshall: Moving film forward

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the future of filmmaking – a challenge and opportunity that fascinates Dr Kingsley Marshall, Head of the School of Film & Television at Falmouth University. He has led groundbreaking research into AI tools for screen creatives, working with Oxford AI company Charismatic and UK partners including Channel 4 and Aardman. Kingsley is also developing a documentary, NEVERMADE, which uses the very technology he’s exploring. “The biggest challenge lies where tech meets creativity,” he explains. “These tools offer new possibilities, but, like every wave of innovation, it’s how filmmakers apply them that will shape their impact.

“Filmmaking is thriving across drama, documentary, animation and experimental work,” he adds. “Emerging tech offers us new ways to tell and make stories and reach audiences. Falmouth is at the cutting edge of established and emerging screen media. As a student at Falmouth, you’ll be hands-on from day one, working alongside expert staff and our industry collaborators to develop your voice and skills – from celluloid to digital technologies and beyond.

“AI is just a tool, like a camera, microphones, a dubbing stage or the software we use for editing and visual effects,” Kingsley adds. “Filmmaking comes down to hard work and imagination, realising great stories through collaborating with others who are skilled in their craft. At Falmouth, our studios are buzzing with creativity – students, staff, grads, production companies and international partners all working together. We’re here to help students find their voice and give them the tools and confidence to use it.”

AHEAD OF THE GaME

Dr Daniel Zhang:

Games tech for the common good

The world of games and computing is evolving at an extraordinary pace, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning. “We’re seeing game narratives reshaped by large language models and ever more dynamic and immersive environments created with procedural content generation,” says Dr Daniel Zhang, a senior lecturer in AI and ML. “Augmented, virtual and extended realities are further pushing the boundaries of player engagement through gesture and voice control. The possibilities are limitless.”

Exciting times, but what makes Falmouth University a leader in game development education and industry collaboration? Daniel explains: “We integrate the latest innovations into our curriculum and research but also foster real-world applications. As a student here, you’ll gain hands-on experience in game design and development, working with AI-driven tools and exploring the application of the latest machine learning models in real-time human identification, object detection, goal-oriented navigation, reinforcement learning and chatbot personality injection. These fast-evolving fields present both opportunities and challenges, but we equip students with the skills, knowledge and ethical awareness to navigate this dynamic landscape.

“While gaming is often seen as entertainment, it also holds powerful potential for social impact,” says Daniel. “We champion the development of serious games – tools that support education, healthcare and social awareness. Our students are creating interactive experiences that tackle issues like mental health and wellbeing, proving that games can be a force for good. At Falmouth, we’re committed to leading these innovations, opening new paths for creativity and problem-solving.”

EMBRACING I n NOVATION

Dr Natalie Semley: A new era for experience design

“We’re only limited by our imagination – and that’s exciting when you’re based at a creative institution such as Falmouth,” says Dr Natalie Semley of the potential for technological development within tourism and experience design. “The University is embracing a host of emerging innovations. We’re well placed to harness creativity and seek sustainable solutions to local, regional and global issues.”

Natalie, a senior lecturer in sustainable tourism, festival and creative events management, utilised GPS-led technology to enable a data-driven evaluation – the first of its kind in Cornwall – to determine the value of digital storytelling to the coastal town of Newquay. She has also been inspired by projects using haptic technology to enhance live music experiences for d/Deaf, disabled and neurodiverse audiences – an initiative based in the University’s business school. “We’re focused on designing inclusive, meaningful experiences,” she explains. “Through partnerships with community organisations, tech developers and entrepreneurs, we’re actively researching solutions that drive positive change.

“Developments such as AI-powered holograms can take our experiences to a new level, through storytelling and cultural immersion, as well as streamlining operations and overcoming industry issues such as labour supply,” she adds. “Then there are products that influence customers ergonomically – ‘super apps’ that do everything, such as booking and organising, based on our behaviour. There are concerns about potential impact with every new innovation, but that’s what makes it so interesting. The only constant is change, so we roll with the challenges, ask wicked questions and discuss concerns to fine-tune our actions and ideas.”

REFRAMING CREATiVITY

Professor

Lee Miller:

Expanding horizons in art

Technology is changing the way audiences see and engage with creative work, through AI-generated art, immersive installations and extended reality environments. Researchers at Falmouth are using the University’s pioneering Centre for Blended Realities to explore the evolving relationship between digital tools and creative expression. According to Professor Lee Miller, Head of Postgraduate Research, we’re at a point of transformation. How can artists navigate the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead?

“This is a moment to question, design and reimagine the future of creative work,” says Lee. “These emerging technologies are more than mere tools or utilities; they raise new issues about authorship, presence and participation. Students have the power to shape how technology is used and understood, influencing the direction of the creative industries. At Falmouth, we’re agile and bold; we approach new technologies as creative provocations, with both staff and students actively exploring their potential and limits.”

Although technology is advancing rapidly, Lee emphasises that the essence of creative practice is to maintain curiosity, seek exciting collaborations and above all offer critique. “As a university, we support experimentation, especially in areas where traditional craft, digital innovation and critical thinking can intersect,” he says. “We’ll encourage you to explore how technology might extend your practice and give you the tools to reflect critically on its impact. Many of the most compelling developments today come from artists and makers who begin with traditional techniques and bring them into dialogue with new tools or contexts.”

INVEST IN YOUR FU tURE

If you’re curious about your chosen field, keen to realise your career potential and eager to stretch yourself academically and creatively, there are many reasons why postgraduate taught study could be for you.

Accelerated progress

A relevant master’s degree may give you a significant advantage over candidates with a bachelor’s (BA or BSc) degree, whether you’re looking for a new job or aiming for promotion. Alongside enhanced skills and expertise, postgraduate taught study will equip you with a soughtafter range of abilities and indicates that you’re motivated, focused and able to work independently.

The confidence you’ll gain from completing a master’s degree could be especially useful if you’re returning to work after a career break or aiming for a more senior role. As an international student, a qualification at this level is an endorsement of your capabilities.

A new career path

Are you keen to change direction within your industry – or dreaming of a different career entirely but don’t know where to start? A master’s degree can unlock exciting possibilities, enabling you to redefine your future in a new area and providing you with technical skills and insight that can be applied directly in the workplace.

While the obvious route into higher education is to follow your specialism, another option is to enhance your existing qualification by pursuing a new or unrelated subject at postgraduate level. Combining certain subjects – following a Fine Art BA(Hons) with a Film & Television MA, for example, or bolting master’s-level business skills onto a creative bachelor's degree – can open up a world of opportunities.

Professional accreditation

Studying a master’s degree that’s recognised and accredited by a professional body can bring additional benefits, providing a vital head start or enhanced prospects in a competitive industry. Look out for our courses offering industry accreditation.

Advanced knowledge

Perhaps you’re looking to gain specialist skills, building on an existing knowledge base and deepening your understanding to stand out in your sector. At postgraduate level you’ll delve deeper, as you engage with complex topics and apply theoretical learning and innovative approaches to tackle problems. With support from professional staff and supervisors, postgraduate taught study could set you on the road to becoming an expert in your own right.

DEGREE OPTIONS E xPLAINED MASTER’S

Recognised by employers worldwide, a master’s degree – also known as a postgraduate taught degree – can give you an edge over other candidates in your chosen career. A qualification at this level demonstrates that you’re self-motivated, able to commit to creating an advanced body of work and have a deeper understanding of your discipline. It’s also a stepping stone towards a research degree if you’re interested in pursuing a career in academia.

PGDIP

A PGDip (postgraduate diploma) is a shorter postgraduate taught degree option that includes challenging master’s-level content but without the dissertation or major project. It’s a great option if you’re looking for a flexible course that offers career progression while juggling other commitments, such as work or family. Most online courses at Falmouth are available as a PGDip as well as a master’s.

Our A-Z of master’s degrees and PGDips begins on page 22.

RESEARCH

A research degree, such as a PhD or an MPhil, is an advanced postgraduate research study programme that gives you an opportunity to explore a topic of your choice. It allows you to conduct your own research and develop knowledge and expertise to help produce innovative solutions to the challenges faced by society, today and in the future.

Explore our research degree options on page 76.

Research opportunities

A postgraduate taught degree can serve as a pathway to a postgraduate research degree, which allows you to take an in-depth look at an area of specific interest – giving you the skills to dig beneath the surface of published opinion and accepted wisdom to generate knowledge in the field.

The ability to cast a critical eye and draw new conclusions is powerful and in demand. Asking the right questions, choosing methods of enquiry and sifting through facts, events and contributions all serve to sharpen creativity.

Total immersion

Would you like to learn more about a subject that has always interested you but you’ve never had time to pursue it? Through postgraduate taught study you can follow your passion among likeminded peers, whether you’re on campus or online, tapping into Falmouth’s expertise to master your field.

Extended network

By joining our collaborative community of talented thinkers, makers and researchers, you’ll be ideally positioned to share ideas, resources and contacts. Through Falmouth’s industry links and partnerships, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with and benefit from some of the UK’s most influential creative players – developing a professional network that will serve you through graduation and beyond.

Creative inspiration

Whatever stage you’re at, the chance to cultivate new ideas and approaches can boost professional development. Perhaps you’ve lost career momentum and need to extend your practice and explore new themes, skill sets and ways of working, or maybe you’d like to stay up to date with academic developments. Spending time in a stimulating, research-active community that nurtures innovation, collaboration and enterprise will keep you at the cutting edge.

FALMOUTH GRADUaTES ARE…

EMPLOYABLE

86%* of our postgraduates have achieved a positive outcome within 15 months of graduation – three-quarters of these are in high-skilled employment

ENTREPRENEURIAL

A THIRD * of our postgraduates are self-employed, running their own businesses or developing a portfolio

*Figures from respondents to our latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023-24

EARNING MORE

Postgraduates typically earn around £5,000 MORE** per year than graduates

**Based on the latest available UK Government data

STU dY ON CAMPUS

As an on-campus student, you’ll be based in the heart of our creative county – with access to outstanding facilities and dynamic learning environments.

Whether it’s the light, the landscape, the people or the pace of life, there’s something special in Cornwall that artists, writers, entrepreneurs and innovators have long recognised. Choose a campus-based course at Falmouth and you’ll study in the county for creative learning –where art and culture merge with cutting-edge technology. With bedrock industries including hospitality and tourism, technology and a thriving maritime industry, through to new initiatives in space, rare earth minerals and renewable energy, Cornwall is at the forefront of the future economy. Alongside big business there’s a flourishing freelance community and a plethora of young companies and exciting startups, keen to push boundaries and develop opportunities.

Culture

Cornwall has a rich cultural history. Home to the iconic Tate St Ives, the Barbara Hepworth Museum, the Newlyn School of Art and the open-air Minack Theatre, the county is a hotbed of inspirational art and performance. You’ll find one-off bars and cafes, quirky festivals and independent shops and galleries, along with a thriving live music scene.

Nature

Life by the sea delivers a real feelgood factor – and not just when the sun’s shining. Cornwall’s spectacular coastline and wild moorland offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventure, from biking and hiking to sailing, surfing and swimming.

Connections

While Cornwall offers an escape from the bustle of Britain’s big cities, the county maintains excellent connections. Cornwall Airport Newquay operates flights to London and a range of key UK and European destinations. Superfast broadband speeds ensure digital connectivity, enabling our academic, creative and business communities to collaborate and compete internationally.

A place to stay

Falmouth and Penryn offer a variety of private sector housing options. If you plan to study on campus and need advice on finding somewhere local to stay, visit: falmouth .ac.uk/study/postgraduate/accommodation

HOW YOU’LL STUDY

Our on-campus postgraduate taught courses involve either one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study, depending on the subject. You’ll be based at our Falmouth or Penryn campuses, with access to our professional facilities and workshops.

Campus life

Falmouth Campus is nestled in the heart of glorious sub-tropical gardens, moments from the beach, while the purpose-built Penryn Campus is a contemporary creative hub. With buses running regularly between them, you can easily enjoy both. We also offer EV charging points and secure bike storage, if you’re bringing your own transport.

You’ll find fast, free and secure wifi across both campuses and a wealth of print and digital resources.

Our libraries feature spacious study zones and quiet corners, with support from a central service desk and a team of librarians and archivists, while our IT suites are staffed by expert technicians to keep you connected. As well as professional on-site print services at Penryn, there’s a well-stocked art shop at Falmouth Campus.

Places to eat and meet on campus include the Fox Cafe at Falmouth and Penryn’s vegetarian Sustainability Cafe. The Stannary bar is a base for everything from film events to open mic nights, while our Academy of Music & Theatre Arts is a professional performance venue hosting a year-round programme of comedy, live music, theatre and dance.

Since we share our Penryn Campus with the University of Exeter, you’ll be able to mix with a range of people studying different courses. Our joint Students’ Union runs around 100 clubs and societies, along with a mature students’ network. Keep active at the Penryn Campus Sports Centre, featuring a four-court sports hall, a fitness studio and gym and an outdoor multi-use games area. Regular classes run throughout the week, including spinning, yoga, Pilates, circuits and HIIT.

CAMPUS FACI lITIES

Our workshops, studios and creative spaces are where, as an on-campus student, you can realise your ideas and develop the skills you'll draw on throughout your career.

Animation, film and television

Work with industry-standard equipment in a dynamic, hands-on environment, which comprises production and recording studios, post production suites and a 128-seat cinema with HD projection and surround sound. Film students have crewed on professional feature films through Falmouth University’s Sound/Image Cinema Lab.

Architecture, interiors and design

Our state-of-the-art technical facilities include a new £1.7 million Design & Advanced Manufacturing Studio (see page 34), along with VR stations and technician-supported workshops, and a materials library. These resources support a broad range of digital and traditional fabrication methods, enabling students to deliver real architectural projects and explore experimental interior environments.

Art, advertising and graphic design

The light-filled studios and well-equipped workshops at Falmouth are carefully designed for creative practice and concept development, for students of art, design, illustration and prosthetic effects. From traditional tools and materials to established and emerging technologies, you’ll find an array of resources with which to develop your style.

Business, marketing and events

See our extensive facilities for yourself.

You'll find virtual tours of every department at falmouth.ac.uk/facilities

Situated at the heart of a creative campus and with areas for learning and collaboration, including lecture theatres, seminar rooms, group working bases and breakout zones, our business school is home to a network of entrepreneurial minds driven by a desire to make a positive impact.

Fashion

Our industry-style surroundings provide the perfect setting for students of fashion and textiles to make, create and collaborate. Facilities and resources range from a natural dye garden to a historic dress collection and Clo3D fashion design software.

Games and computing

Immerse yourself in the technology-rich surroundings of our Games Academy, which include professional-standard studios, VR and AR suites, a comprehensive range of computing facilities and dedicated space for game development and teamwork.

Journalism, writing and communications

Facilities for writers and designers include a digital newsroom, our dedicated writer’s room, The Lighthouse, and The Soundhouse for creating podcasts and audio recordings – along with vibrant studio settings that replicate those found in industry.

Performance, theatre and music

Our Academy of Music & Theatre Arts (AMATA) is a purpose-built live venue that’s a base for performers, technicians and managers in the making – a creative, industry-connected hub that provides an unrivalled educational environment.

Photography

Our on-campus photography students enjoy access to some of the country's finest student facilities in our multimillion-pound photographic centre – with the added bonus of incredible natural surroundings on the doorstep.

STUDY OnLINE

With outstanding educational delivery and a connected, supportive community at its core, Falmouth’s programme of online study offers you the chance to reach your next creative level in a way that fits your life.

If you study online with Falmouth University, you're assured the same high-quality educational experience as you would receive on campus. You can expect the same standards of teaching and rigorous tuition, alongside the opportunity to connect with industry guests and create global networks without putting your life on hold.

You’ll be able to work while you learn, manage other commitments and enjoy frequent collaborative opportunities. Throughout your studies, you’ll be taught by academics who are experts in their fields and have close industry links, just as you would with our on-campus courses. And upon graduation, you’ll achieve an equal level of qualification and sense of achievement – your certificate will not say 'online'.

Learn at your pace

You’ll learn online from practising professionals, through a combination of recorded learning content, learning activities, tutorials and collaborative work.

You’ll use Learn, our dedicated Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), which has been designed to enable you to engage with what’s being taught, ask questions and collaborate. This is where you can connect and share ideas with fellow students. All video learning content is pre-recorded and re-watchable, so you won't have to worry about attending sessions live. Your course materials will be uploaded to the VLE in phases, at regular intervals, giving you plenty of time to plan your workload for any upcoming studies.

Try a demo of Learn at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/online/ experience-virtual-learning-environment

Creative collaboration

At Falmouth, we encourage collaboration and the sharing of ideas. This might mean participating in thoughtprovoking discussions with fellow students or working together on projects to develop your teamwork skills. This is vital to helping you feel part of your academic community and will give you the chance to enhance your skills by building a wider professional network.

With remote and hybrid working practices already the norm and professional creative communities growing across different time zones and disciplines, studying online will equip you with the skills and abilities to thrive.

The right balance

Our courses comprise a combination of directed and independent study, working within a schedule but with the flexibility to set your own routine and to spend extra time on certain modules should you need to. It’s worth bearing in mind the commitment required. The study expectation for an online postgraduate degree can vary depending on whether it is studied full- or part-time, but an average part-time study week can be up to 25 hours. This can also vary depending on an individual’s experience and aptitude and/or course requirements.

While you’re studying, you’ll be guided academically by your tutors. For any non-academic questions, the Student Advisor team is here to help you make the most of your online learning experience and point you towards any additional services or resources you may need.

HAVING CONTROL OVER WHEN AND HOW I STUDIED WASN’T JUST CONVENIENT, IT WAS EMPOWERING.

Andie Cooper, Marketing & Digital Communications MA (Online) graduate

HOW YOU’LL STUDY

Designed especially for remote study, our online courses involve either part-time study – 14 months for a PGDip and two years for an MA*. While you won’t have access to our campus facilities, you’ll be part of a connected and inspirational global student community.

*excluding the PGCHE, which involves 30 weeks of part-time study

What are the benefits of studying online?

• Tap into Falmouth’s rich history of innovation, creativity and connections

• Fit your postgraduate degree around other commitments, without having to take a career break or change your life

• Study flexibly from your home, office or studio, or while you’re on the move

• Learn alongside likeminded students from around the globe, sharing ideas and growing your professional network

• Meet academics, industry experts and fellow students at optional face-to-face events

• Choose from multiple start dates per year, depending on the course

Find out more about studying online: falmouth.ac.uk/study/online/postgraduate

OUR COUR sES

STUDYING AT FALMOUTH IS A UNIQUE AND ENRICHING EXPERIENCE, NO MATTER THE SUBJECT.

Eva Katrenakova, Sustainable Product Design BA(Hons) and Creative Advertising MA graduate

PENRYN CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Creative Technologies: History, Theory and Criticism

– explore how technology shapes creative practice across media, from print and reproduction tools to automation and AI

• Experimental Creative Workflows

– research an existing creative practice case study and define a new creative workflow for your own practice

• Responsible AI: Ethics and Society

– examine AI as both technology and a social force, exploring bias, transparency, labour, creativity and ethical governance

Artificial Intelligence for Creative Practice MA

This master’s programme explores how new technologies can support and enhance human creativity in ethical and sustainable ways. Open to people from both creative and technical backgrounds, it looks at how tools such as artificial intelligence, robotics, immersive media and data-driven systems can expand creative work and shape new experiences.

You’ll examine how technology influences aesthetics and how artistic expression changes in a digital world. Key topics include the ethical, environmental and social impact of AI, questions around ownership of creative work and how new tools affect meaning and knowledge. Guided by research-active staff, you’ll develop an individual learning pathway and complete a final creative project that brings your ideas to life.

Study at Falmouth:

• Develop the insight and confidence to question, innovate and lead in creative technologies through experimentation and critical inquiry

• Study in a unique cultural and natural setting, on a programme shaped with faculty, researchers and industry partners – taught by experts in emerging technology and traditional creative arts

• Learn to apply and critique technologies – including AI and automation – through themes of sustainability, environment and social benefit

• Graduate equipped to shape digital creativity as a researcher, artist, designer or strategist, exploring the intersection of technology, culture and human imagination

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of projects, portfolios, workshops, pitches and papers.

Potential careers include narrative design for games and immersive theatre, art direction across film, games and television, digital design and marketing roles, music production or positions in higher or further education.

Artificial Intelligence for Games MSc

Are you captivated by artificial intelligence and eager to delve into its multifaceted applications? Immerse yourself in our dynamic MSc course, where you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of how to harness AI in games and cultivate a diverse skill set applicable across the broader spectrum of the gaming industry.

This engaging programme seamlessly integrates classical AI and cutting-edge machine learning, providing you with a comprehensive toolkit to navigate the evolving landscape of intelligent systems in gaming and beyond. Join us on a journey where theory meets hands-on practice, preparing you for a rewarding career at the intersection of AI, machine learning and the exciting world of game development.

Study at Falmouth:

• Build your skills by devising AI for games, both in solo and co-creative contexts

• Study in one of the largest dedicated games studio spaces at any UK university, guided by leading researchers in AI and experienced developers and programmers from industry

• Engage in studio practice alongside peers from a range of disciplines, attend workshops and practical classes and collaboratively realise game projects

• Gain technical and transferable expertise in preparation for a successful and impactful career in this revolutionary field

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of projects, portfolios, workshops, pitches and papers.

Our Games Academy graduates have worked as creative AI specialists at companies such as Solutionpath and Ultrahaptics, as game developers and researchers and have progressed to study at doctoral level.

Modules could include:

• Classical Artificial Intelligence

– refine your understanding of the core AI techniques by applying them to well-defined problem domains

• Development Synergies – deepen your sense of practice by exploring divergences and synergies through a focused personal case study

• Machine Learning – be empowered to confidently employ current machine learning frameworks to analyse data-centric problems

FALMOUTH

TAUGHT

ME THE RULES ABOUT COMEDY – AND HOW TO BREAK THEM.

Modules could include:

• Individual Comedy Script Development

– develop your writing skills to produce an industry-standard script with commercial and creative potential

• Comedy Writers’ Room: Collaborative Script Development

– work on a professional television comedy brief within a simulated commercial setting

• Screen Industries: Professional Development in Comedy

– learn how the professional comedy writing industry works – where the opportunities are for new writers and how best to grab them

Comedy Writing MA

Gain the skills, industry insights and contacts to get your comedy project green-lit. Who knows, you could be on the way to the BAFTAs or Emmys, writing the next Ghosts, This Country, Fleabag or Such Brave Girls.

There’s a great industry need right now for new diverse television and audio comedy writers. Throughout this online MA course, developed by former BBC comedy exec and award-winning TV and audio comedy producer Simon Nicholls, you’ll learn the craft of comedy writing and benefit from career guidance masterclasses from the very best in the industry. Guest speakers have included comedy legends French & Saunders and Bridget Christie, multiple award-winning writers Simon Blackwell and Holly Walsh and BAFTA-winning comedy producer Simon Mayhew-Archer.

Study with Falmouth:

• Study the work of renowned writers, reflect on professional trends and learn how to seize market opportunities

• Learn how to write sketches, sitcoms and comedy dramas, developing a body of work for multiple platforms including television, audio and online

• Develop a professional portfolio of scripts and treatments, which can be used to gain agent representation and producer interest

• Become match-fit for the industry: develop a confident writing technique and comic voice and learn how to successfully approach producers and create sellable projects

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of visual, verbal and written works tailored specifically to each module.

Graduates have secured professional contracts as comedy writers for the BBC, written for TV and audio comedy shows, won industry-recognised comedy writing competitions, set up production companies and worked professionally as script readers and comedy producers.

Communication Design MA

Design thinking is an essential tool for understanding the world around us. At a time of unprecedented environmental, political and technological change, the world needs brave creative thinkers now more than ever.

Hone your communication design skills on this progressive master’s course, where you’ll learn to build authentic and innovative solutions for positive change. Working both collaboratively and with individual focus, you’ll develop critical, theoretical and practice-based skills through experimental making, design challenges and researchorientated briefs. Whether you’re looking to refresh your practice, change career direction or strengthen your skills, you’ll learn from design professionals and academics and emerge with a curious, empathetic and purposeful practice ready for a range of careers in the creative industries.

Study at Falmouth:

• Learn from award-winning design professionals, visiting lecturers and provocative thinkers from around the world

• Join an inclusive and multidisciplinary postgraduate community, where diverse perspectives and shared, diagnostic learning help define your creative practice

• Experience real-world insights into industry and emerging approaches to creative and experimental design through optional external studio visits, research trips and professional placements

• Be inspired in a purpose-built environment which mirrors leading contemporary design studios and places your practice alongside the resources to bring your ideas to life

Assessment method

Via project and competition briefs and other coursework, including a design research journal and individual and group presentations, along with essays or a strategic business plan.

Graduates have worked for graphic design consultancies, service design and social innovation companies, branding and advertising agencies and strategic foresight services. Further options include exhibition and authorial design.

FALMOUTH CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Process

– draw on experiential, experimental and diagnostic insights to examine design process and its relationship to your individual practice

• Purpose

– investigate user-centred design in response to societal challenges, demonstrating how design for good can inspire new thinking

• Publish

– connect practice with external audiences, using publishing spaces and sites, considering these in relation to an artefact’s communication

kING WAI TAI

Graduate, Communication Design MA

It was while studying financial journalism that King Wai Tai discovered an interest in communicating messages beyond the means of words, using methods such as graphic elements, flow of content, icons and symbols. After exploring graphic design as a marketing administrator, he stepped back into higher education on Falmouth University’s Communication Design MA.

King Wai won an International Society of Typographic Designers award for his book Binaural and a D&AD wood pencil for the collaborative project Behind the Bank, an interactive digital billboard campaign for HSBC inspired by Chinese opera makeup. “The initial lectures and workshops helped me understand why I was interested in topics that initially seemed random,” recalls King Wai, who was encouraged to ‘deconstruct’ his personal design identity before reconstructing and reinventing the creative process. “I concluded that I liked culturally related topics, whether about politics, lifestyle or the culture itself. The awards were a huge confidence boost and an approval of my skills and ideas.

“My final major project directed me to the world of 3D graphics, combined with typography, photography and many more design routes,” he adds. “The multidisciplinary practice allowed me to tackle problems from different angles and perspectives. I’m proud to have had the opportunity to explore my creative self and be equipped with such a broad range of design capabilities.”

kingwaicher.com

I HOPE TO STAY ON A CURVE WITH UPCOMING AI SOFTWARE, USING NEW SKILLS TO DEVELOP CREATIVE OUTCOMES.

FALMOUTH CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Concept Creation

– build your foundational skills through the creation of standout, progressive communication ideas

• Strategic Approaches to Creativity

– develop an understanding of strategic best practice in the industry and use this to create effective, business-transforming campaigns

• Digital Media & Critical Futures

– study the implications of big tech on the advertising industry and design campaigns that deploy the most up-to-date media technologies

Creative Advertising MA

Build your capabilities as a strategically minded advertising executive, in an era when artificial intelligence, automation and machine -made decisions make human creativity and intuition more important than ever.

This innovative master’s places you in an intensive studio environment replicating a professional advertising agency, where you’ll develop a strategic, conscious practice ready for a rapidly evolving advertising and media landscape. With a sharp focus on the impact of AI and big tech developments, you’ll gain the tools and principles essential to any creative advertising role – from compelling copywriting and art direction to technical multimedia finesse. You’ll graduate with a distinctive portfolio of creative campaigns, deep strategic insight and the ability to deliver progressive, impactful ideas across diverse communications objectives.

Study at Falmouth:

• Get under the skin of the contemporary advertising industry, learning how to respond to the latest media technologies

• Carve out a conscious professional practice and personal brand, supported by industry- experienced tutors

• Work individually and collaboratively on industry partner briefs and tailored studio tasks, sharpening your ideas generation and research skills

• Gain the opportunity to exhibit your work, potentially at the D&AD New Blood Awards, where you could meet leading industry figures

Assessment method

Via coursework at the end of each module, in the form of visual, verbal and written coursework, along with a final external assessment.

Potential career paths include art direction, copywriting and creative producing and directing. Our graduates have become industry award winners and worked at companies including Accenture Song, Mother, Ogilvy, Southpaw and TBWA.

Creative Events Management MA

Evolve your creative events management practice by developing the skills to plan, produce and deliver exceptional event experiences that are sustainable and inclusive.

We know that events play a decisive role across culture, sport and business and are powerful social and political phenomena, rich with meaning. In this online MA course, we consider the design, management and impact of a wide range of events, placing sustainable development, inclusivity and digital innovation at the heart of management practice. Our focus on creative experience design will empower you to deliver inspiring, responsible and accessible experiences for international and local audiences, in both physical and digital spaces.

Study with Falmouth:

• Gain the skills and insight to manage increasingly sophisticated experience environments, engage discerning audiences and embrace emerging technology and market shifts

• Develop practical and specialist knowledge through access to international events expertise paired with academic rigour in creative experience design

• Enhance your professional practice while critically evaluating current industry norms

• Study with a university that's a member of the Association for Events Management Education, on a course accredited by A Greener Future (AGF)

Assessment method

Via coursework, including written and practical assignments providing opportunities to respond to real-world scenarios and business cases, and the delivery of a digital event.

Graduates have developed their existing practice as creative entrepreneurs and worked as sustainable development experts, creative project/policy managers and corporate event executives, at companies and not-for-profit organisations including Arts Council England and Berlin Music Commission.

could include:

• Creative Practice in Event Design – explore approaches to inclusive event design and develop the skills to balance commercial and creative business goals

• Digital Futures for Events & Events Marketing – evaluate challenges and opportunities posed by technological developments and the digital economy

• Sustainable Event Planning – apply best practice in sustainable management to events operating at all levels, from local to international

Powering the future of creative design and manufacturing

This year, we opened a new suite of cutting-edge facilities, expanding and future-proofing the industry-standard equipment already available to our on-campus students.

Funded by the Office for Students, with further investment from the University, Falmouth’s £1.7 million Design & Advanced Manufacturing Studio will unlock new possibilities through emerging digital design technologies – including advanced metal and composite 3D printing, alongside industrial SLS laser systems.

Design Innovation MSc

Challenge and shape the future of conscious, global design. This one-year, intensive master’s course will equip you with the skills to create impactful product and service solutions that drive positive change for people, places and the planet.

Choose the core MSc or specialise in one of three distinct awards – Healthcare, Materials or Events – to develop expertise in research, design thinking, ideation, collaboration and digital tools. You’ll tackle real-world problems, particularly those aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, and use qualitative and quantitative research methods to identify opportunity gaps and apply sustainable design practices. As a graduate of this forward-thinking course, you’ll emerge as a skilled and ethically driven designer – ready to deliver sustainable solutions to global challenges.

Study at Falmouth:

• Learn how to identify and solve complex problems using creative design thinking and evaluating potential solutions

• Explore user-centred research methodologies, with a focus on the ethical application of research practices and the critical appraisal of data and outcomes

• Develop teamwork and process management skills and an enhanced understanding of business contexts, the circular economy and prototype evaluation

• Access facilities in our new £1.7 million Design & Advanced Manufacturing Studio and explore digital and immersive technologies, including AI for ideation and design, virtual and augmented reality collaboration tools and 3D printing for real-world testing

Assessment method

Via ongoing feedback from tutors and peers through discussions, tutorials and critiques, to identify strengths and areas for improvement.

Graduates could pursue careers in innovation, product and service design, consultancy or sustainability, progress into leadership roles, launch startups or continue into advanced academic research.

1 year full-time

Study the core MSc or choose one of the following specialisms:

• Design Innovation: Healthcare MSc – acquire key expertise in healthcare innovation and sustainable design thinking, as you explore how to create solutions that meet diverse needs

• Design Innovation: Materials MSc – learn how to harness innovative concepts and methods to address global challenges through material design

• Design Innovation: Events MSc – develop interdisciplinary perspectives and hybrid modes of thinking to engage with innovative and creative practices in event design

Modules could include:

• Evolution of Customer Journey

– use industry-focused techniques to understand B2B, B2C and broader market characteristics and how they can inform strategic decision making

• Consumer Psychology

– apply behavioural science to understand digital consumer thinking, ensuring marketing objectives align with motivations and habits

• Performance Marketing

– develop skills to design, evaluate and optimise creative marketing activity, using data insights to drive measurable campaign performance

Digital Marketing MSc

Become the data- driven marketer brands are looking for, in a digital landscape evolving at unprecedented speed and continually reshaped by emerging technologies – from semantic search to rapidly advancing AI-assisted shopping.

On this industry-informed master’s programme, you’ll investigate the real value of strategic, evidence -based practice within this evolving environment. You’ll apply professionally aligned sector insight and techniques to collaborative projects, using data analysis and research into current practice, guided by an experienced academic team. Designed for those looking to enhance their powers of insight and hone their creative application of technology, the course equips you to develop effective marketing strategies for today’s ever- connected world.

Study at Falmouth:

• Engage with customer insights, behavioural psychology and audience motivations to create stand-out marketing strategies

• Deepen your understanding of digital audiences and the evolving ‘age of data’ by exploring consumer behaviour and behavioural science – and turn your insights into action by learning how to use this in your practice

• Investigate digital marketing platforms, channels and tools from an informed, ethical standpoint

• Collaboration is key. You’ll be studying at a university committed to the power of creativity, while embracing new and emerging technologies

Assessment method

Via coursework, comprising presentations, strategic plans, written reports, data analysis and interpretation, research analysis and teamworking assessments.

This flexible course blends practitioner and theoretical learning, equipping graduates to advance into future senior or executive roles within diverse or international organisations, develop their own business ventures or pursue further study at PhD level.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management MSc

Develop the practical skills to become a sustainable, creative innovator and resilient entrepreneur – spotting opportunities, solving problems and learning modern methods used in business startups from experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds.

This MSc places emphasis on hands- on learning, combining practical experience with progressive startup concepts to provide a genuine understanding of entrepreneurial principles and practice. Working within a timetable that allows you to develop new products or build your business alongside your studies, you’ll engage in real-world scenarios that foster the development of innovative, high-impact ideas and develop your entrepreneurial mindset. Upon graduation, your motivation, resilience and strong ethical foundation will allow you to excel in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Study at Falmouth:

• Experience key business startup steps by developing innovative products, taking them to market and making them investment ready – either in the real world or a practice-based environment

• Develop skills in critical and creative business areas, including design thinking, finance, marketing, lean startup and project management

• Discover a new world of innovative sustainable business opportunities, gaining a competitive advantage by placing sustainability at the heart of your business

• Enhance your skill set for life, helping you thrive in a modern business world full of change and uncertainty

Assessment method

Via methods that mirror entrepreneurial practice, including pitch presentations, written reports and critical reflective practice.

Graduates have started their own businesses as entrepreneurs or co-founders, or become CEOs, managing directors or innovators within family businesses and larger companies. Other paths might include PhD business research and study around business, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Modules could include:

• Product Ideation

– utilise a range of techniques including design thinking and lean startup to evolve your innovation and problem-solving skills, developing meaningful business concepts

• Sustainable Practice – evaluate challenges and opportunities through the lens of sustainable development and our interconnected global society

• Innovative Product Development – learn to evaluate, test and validate business ideas to achieve market fit and drive revenue growth

KATe RICHARDS

Graduate, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management MSc

“I learned not only how other people built their businesses, but how to build my own,” says Kate Richards, who started her master’s having already created a product ready to launch. It was after working as a surf instructor in Thailand that Kate developed Rad Wax, an eco surf wax made with sustainably sourced plant waxes and repurposed natural byproducts. While she was aware of the huge potential of the planet-friendly, high-performance alternative, she was unsure how to successfully take the product to the international surfing market.

Falmouth University’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management MSc proved pivotal. “The course was practical, hands- on and designed to create real “It gave me clarity on strategy, direction and next steps and really helped focus the future of Rad Wax. Balancing study and business was challenging, but this fast-tracked key decisions and enabled me to move forward with more purpose. The structured learning, mentor support and access to resources were hugely valuable.

“Returning to education can feel daunting, but the support at Falmouth was fantastic,” adds Kate, who grew up in Cornwall and was keen to study close to home where she could make local contacts and benefit from in-person coaching. “Being surrounded by other entrepreneurs and business-minded people created a genuine sense of community. Through guest speakers, industry events and collaborating with peers, I gained advice, opportunities and even access to potential investors. Since graduating last year, I’ve secured funding, hired a sales and marketing specialist and launched Rad Spa, a premium skin and body care collection.”

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THE COURSE GAVE ME THE TOOLS, CONNECTIONS AND CONFIDENCE TO MAKE MY VENTURE A SUCCESS.

PENRYN CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Feature Film Development

– work through the facets of pitching, from story outline to the film’s design and tone, locations and required specialists, before pitching to an industry panel

• Feature Film Marketing

– examine routes to market and develop a strategy for the film made within the course

• Feature Film Production & Delivery

– contribute to the film production, before reflecting on the experience through critical evaluation of your role within it and your own creative development

Feature Filmmaking MA

Develop, produce, shoot and sell a microbudget feature film on this unique course, designed for unique filmmakers. You’ll push your experience and skills to the limit as part of the production team of a funded feature film in the action genre.

This course, developed and delivered in collaboration with a UK production studio, will give you hands-on experience of the dynamic processes that go into feature filmmaking on a microbudget – along with the essential contextual knowledge that supports emotive, intelligent genre storytelling. You’ll work as part of a team, pitching initial ideas, developing a script and experiencing life on set as professional crew: shooting the feature-length film, taking it through post production and delivering it to a distributor – all over the course of one year of study.

Study at Falmouth:

• Develop your understanding of cinematic storytelling under the guidance of experienced filmmakers, in a specialist facility with a history of feature film development and production

• Experiment, building on your existing experience in a specific role within a film crew on a live feature film project

• Enhance your knowledge and industry practice through research, from film development, crew formation, finance, casting, pre-production, production and post, through to promoting and marketing feature-length work

• Explore diverse ideas within an independent filmmaking culture that challenges mainstream narratives

Assessment method

Via assessment in each study block, in an environment that is representative of and reflects upon real-world filmmaking practice.

Our School of Film & Television alumni work in the development and production of short and feature films, commercials and major television series, with credits including F1, Mickey 17, Rose of Nevada, Barbie, Enys Men, The Severed Sun and the Star Wars franchise, as well as in independent and microbudget filmmaking.

Film & Television MA

Join a diverse and inclusive community of filmmakers and academics, immersing yourself in creative and innovative projects while mastering the skills needed to excel in your chosen career in film and television.

We value bold originality, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds – with or without media experience. Whether your ambitions lie in editing, cinematography, sound design, producing, screenwriting or academia, you’ll be equipped to step confidently into the industry, with support from our academic team. Based in our acclaimed School of Film & Television, you’ll learn how to make a meaningful contribution to a professional project, pitch compelling ideas and collaborate effectively with fellow creatives – through a hands-on, immersive approach that includes real-world engagement to support your industry-ready portfolio.

Study at Falmouth:

• Learn from academic experts and interact with high-profile film and television professionals

• Study at a CILECT-accredited school on a master’s carrying the ScreenSkills Select quality mark, one of the few postgraduate courses recognised as eligible for the BAFTA UK Scholarship Programme

• Access professional-standard equipment, shooting digitally on ARRI and RED and with 8mm and 16mm film cameras

• Have the opportunity to work with our Sound/Image Cinema Lab on in-house microbudget short and feature filmmaking projects, through extra-curricular live briefs and other industry internships

Assessment method

Via projects at the end of each module, in the form of films, screenplays, portfolios, written assignments and video essays.

Graduates have worked in industry roles ranging from directing and producing to screenwriting, sound editing and set design, for companies including the BBC, Envy, Essence, Fox, ITV, S+O Media, Silverstream TV and Radio & Television Hong Kong.

Modules could include:

• Contextual Studies: Screen, Culture & Society – explore how cultural contexts influence production/distribution strategies and contemporary audience engagement

• Creative Practice: Foundation – build practical competence in production workflows via seminars and workshops in pre and post production, screenwriting, cinematography, lighting, sound recording and editing

• Creative Practice: Development – create a short cinematic or televisual form (documentary, narrative or experimental) or screenplay project

I’M NOW A BETTER FILMMAKER: MORE CONFIDENT, REFLECTIVE AND EMPOWERED.

Film & Television MA

Accelerate your career in the film and television industries. Through a spirit of radical creativity, you’ll refine your unique voice and develop the skills needed to thrive as a filmmaker, screenwriter or industry professional in a rapidly evolving field.

This flexible online MA course will equip you to take your creative practice and technical craft to the next level – sharpening your skills across a broad range of areas including screenwriting, pitching, production management, filming, editing and distribution. You’ll be encouraged to innovate, challenge traditions and develop fresh approaches to storytelling. Whether you’re already working in the industry, have recently completed an undergraduate degree or are considering academia, this course will help you bring originality and confidence to your chosen specialism.

Study with Falmouth:

• Be supported by experts in online collaborative filmmaking, building on Falmouth’s pioneering legacy as one of the UK’s longest established film education institutions

• Develop your creative practice by exploring industry trends and cultural contexts, refining your artistic and professional voice

• Enhance your research abilities to embark on an original creative path while reaching out to diverse audiences and collaborators

Modules could include:

• Industry Practice

– build confidence in industry-standard processes, shaping practical projects from concept to final screen artefact

• Industry Research

– develop a critical understanding of the cultural and business contexts of global film and television production

• Final Major Project

– consolidate your academic and creative learning by advancing your expertise in production, screenwriting or research

• Gain industry insights to identify funding opportunities, distribution outlets and audiences for impactful projects

Assessment method

Via coursework at the end of each module, including visual, verbal and written assignments. Regular feedback is provided via webinars, Q&As and workshops, supporting your progress.

Graduates have pursued careers as producers, production managers, directors, screenwriters, editors, researchers and programmers, and have moved into academic roles. Former Falmouth students now work for leading production companies, broadcasting networks and independent media.

Fine Art MA

Refine your artistic practice through experimentation, innovation and applied research at the renowned Falmouth School of Art, where you’ll join an evolving studio-based community of postgraduate students.

You’ll learn to evaluate your own process and those of others, explore essential techniques and use modern technologies in an open space of experimentation, positioning your work in a real-world context. This theoretical grounding is supported by opportunities to develop active management skills and the expertise to identify and foster collaborative opportunities within the art world. You’ll graduate with the ability to effectively communicate your creative body of work, continually inform your practice through ongoing research and inquiry and maintain a sustainable approach to the production and dissemination of your art.

Study at Falmouth:

• Experiment and develop your practice at an institution with more than 120 years of creative heritage, working in a vibrant studio environment

• Sharpen your critical voice in a community of practitioners, supported by established artists and lecturers

• Graduate into a network of Falmouth alumni including Tacita Dean, Hew Locke, Tim Shaw and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye

• Develop the confidence to effectively communicate and promote your work, creating a successful and sustainable practice

Assessment method

Via coursework, which includes exhibitions, portfolios, written assessments, presentations and major projects.

Graduates could start or further their own professional practice, pursue roles in education or research, launch or join artist-led businesses or organisations, or work in a wide variety of art-related industries.

FALMOUTH CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Review, Make, Reflect – examine the themes and approaches underpinning contemporary art practice

• Considering Contextual Fields – discover theoretical and contextual frameworks to critically position your own practice, expand your subject knowledge and develop your artistic voice

• Sustaining a Practice – consider ideas, methods and processes that can form a foundation for ongoing practice

I GAINED MORE THAN I COULD HAVE IMAGINED. THE COURSE HAS BEEN TRULY LIFE-CHANGING.

RObERT COLLINSON

Graduate, Fine Art MA (Online)

“Applying to Falmouth felt like stepping into a different space to explore new dynamics, new energy,” says Robert Collinson, who enrolled on Falmouth’s Fine Art MA (Online) in 2023. “My artistic practice has always been rooted in a particular place, so the opportunity to remain physically present in Taiwan while engaging in such a deep and challenging programme was perfect.

“For me, the course was like taking a road trip with a group of wise beings through the deserts and verdant forests of the heart,” he continues. “At times, I hesitated to fully commit to making the work I knew, deep down, I needed to, yet it can feel exhilarating to stand at the edge of the abyss and step off into creative flight.” That leap became Weaving Belonging, a project spanning the UK and Taiwan. Robert explains: “I retraced my great grandad’s journey when he walked out of the deep Durham hills to Chopwell, Tyne and Wear, in search of work in the coal mines. I went with three generations of my own family, collecting and weaving wildflowers into an offering basket in honour and memory of my ancestors.

“Being an artist can mean so many different things. I feel fortunate to have been able to sit, as it were, by the fire, listening, contributing and reflecting while working out what that means for me. Falmouth really centred me in the importance of community and collaboration – something I'll continue to nourish and grow as I move forward. The work is real and can be challenging, but there's a bunch of radiant souls standing by your side.”

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Fine Art MA

Falmouth School of Art challenges student artists to explore and address both the contemporary moment and the developing future. On this online MA course, you’ll learn to build a sustainable practice that engages with global political, economic, social and ecological change.

Tap into Falmouth’s renowned fine art expertise from your home or studio, where you’ll be supported to experiment and collaborate within a new network of peers and professionals. Our lecturers and tutors are practising artists, curators, writers and researchers, building knowledge cooperatively with students in flexible online spaces. You’ll make a body of work that culminates in an ambitious public-facing project, wherever you are in the world.

Study with Falmouth:

• Be supported to try new ways of working, deepen your material knowledge and develop your analytical skills, as part of an inclusive, international network of artists

• Be informed by the wide range of expertise our artist lecturers and tutors bring to the course, supported by a dynamic programme of online guest speakers and workshops

• Build an understanding of historical and contemporary contexts, networks and opportunities within the professional art world

Modules could include:

• Informing Contexts

– research historical and contemporary contexts, gaining insight into the debates and histories surrounding your practice

• Sustainable Strategies

– consider sustainable strategies for the production, dissemination and public encounter with your work

• Final Major Project

– produce a substantial and unique practicebased research project within a defined critical and professional context

• Consider the impact of your practice and ask how it engages with global conversations

Assessment method

Via coursework, which includes illustrated portfolios, proposals and reports, presentations with audio commentary and an academic essay.

While many graduates are professional artists, this course can also lead to roles in the curation and production of exhibitions and events, arts administration, art education, art writing and criticism and further study as a PhD student.

Game Art MA

Are you an artist with a passion for games? Do you want to develop your skills to meet the challenges of the games industry? At Falmouth, you’ll work on individual game art projects and within multi-skilled teams to create innovative and arresting art for games.

We’ll help nurture your creativity as you collaborate with likeminded artists in an inspired and focused studio environment. We’re seeking experienced game artists looking to expand their skill set and those with backgrounds in related fields such as illustration, fine art or 3D visualisation who have a passion for the visual art of games. Ultimately, you’ll graduate as a workplaceready professional with a strong insight into the games industry, primed to make an impact.

Study at Falmouth:

• Showcase your skills in context by working on game art projects and learning to co-create as part of a team

• Access professional-standard facilities and the same development tools and game engines used by the industry, while studying at a university ranked no.1 for game design in England (The Princeton Review 2026)

• Learn 2D and 3D art creation methods, including concept, environment and character art, supported by tutors with experience at companies including Electronic Arts, Rockstar Games and Square Enix

• Explore game development pipelines, techniques and processes such as Agile development and version control

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

Graduates could become character, concept or technical artists, pursue more specialist roles in areas such as UI, environment, cinematic or trailer art, or create their own startup games companies.

CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Game Art: Concepts & Contexts – learn the fundamentals as you develop your visual style

• Group Game Development Project – work in a team to create a game, immersive experience or similar prototype, which could form the basis of your major project

• Game Art 2: Crafting & Refining – cultivate key analytical and research skills to enhance your practice as a game artist

BEING PART OF FALMOUTH’S LEARNING COMMUNITY, WHERE PEOPLE SHARE IDEAS AND DISCOVERIES, MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE.

PENRYN CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Prototyping for Games

– enhance your creative practice by developing a series of playable prototypes

• Group Game Development Project – learn to collaborate across disciplines to design, prototype, test and pitch a game

• Experimental Game Design

– explore concepts and ideas that extend game design into experimental or original areas of practice

Game Design MA

Are you keen to become a specialist in game design?

On this industry and academically focused MA course you’ll consider what makes a game engaging and meaningful. You'll refine your skills while aspiring towards cutting-edge, practice-based research, working alongside programmers and artists in a studio environment.

You’ll explore specialist areas in design to discover new horizons in gaming, collaborating with other talented game-lovers to bring your own ideas to life in indie, AAA or tabletop games. With help from expert practitioners with links to both industry and academia, you'll develop as a design specialist with a broad knowledge base, crafting engaging player experiences by ideating and implementing core mechanics and design pillars – gaining the tools you need for a career in games and media.

Study at Falmouth:

• We're ranked 15th for postgraduate game design study globally and no. 1 in England (The Princeton Review 2026)

• Access industry-standard facilities, including dedicated space in a well-resourced game development studio with AR and mixed reality technology, VR headsets and 3D printers

• Devise and create original game designs and experiment with novel game mechanics

• Benefit from our guest speaker series, featuring professionals from across the games industry – from studio heads to level designers, design leads and producers

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

Potential career options include game or level designers, app developers, product and software designers or producers. Our graduates have progressed to teaching and lecturing roles and founded their own game development studios.

Game Programming MSc

Gain an edge in the highly competitive games industry. Whether you’re currently studying for a computing degree, are in the early stages of your career or want to re-train in this exciting field, this course will help you to become a confident game programmer who can deliver compelling play experiences.

Working with artists and designers in a studio environment that mirrors the industry, you’ll experiment with cutting-edge technologies and game programming techniques. You’ll learn technical, creative and professional skills from experienced game developers and researchers. You’ll also benefit from our industry connections and insights – several of our graduates have founded successful indie game studios.

Study at Falmouth:

• Develop an imaginative approach to problem-solving, complementing your technical expertise and other highly sought-after transferable skills

• Learn from game developers with experience spanning experimental gameplay, human-computer interaction, graphics and simulation, distributed systems, analytics, artificial intelligence, procedural content generation, physical computing and digital creativity

• Be encouraged to explore your unique creative voice and experiment freely with new technologies and industry-standard tools, including Unreal Engine and C++

• Undertake cutting-edge research under the supervision of subject matter specialists

Assessment method

Via practical activities underpinned by critical analyses of the workflows and practices applied in the modules. You’ll be encouraged to showcase technical, creative and collaborative problem-solving skills in real-world contexts.

We anticipate that graduates could become gameplay or tools programmers, game or systems designers, software developers, technical directors, entrepreneurs in the field or students at doctoral level.

Modules could include:

• Digital Games Technology

– develop your knowledge of maths and technology by experimenting with low-level graphics APIs to recreate classics or 'demake' modern titles

• Advanced Game Programming – use industry-standard engines, such as Unreal Engine and C++, to implement original and compelling gameplay systems that meet industry demands

• Game Development Project – collaborate in teams to transform a game idea from an initial concept to a pitch-ready demonstration, mirroring professional workflows

Graphic Design MA

Develop your practice as a rigorous, distinctive and critically engaged designer on this innovative online MA course. You’ll join an exciting space for learning, networking and debating graphic design practices, with the flexibility to study from your own location.

Under the guidance and mentorship of our team of industry-active designers, you’ll be encouraged to push creative boundaries as you broaden your knowledge and output. You’ll examine the building blocks of effective studio work and design culture, from contexts to new insights that will support your personal development and creative ambition. You’ll graduate equipped with a critically informed, global perspective, ready to excel as a graphic design professional.

Study with Falmouth:

• Learn, network and develop your own graphic design practice in a way that's future proofed, globally accessible and relevant to the issues that matter to the creative industries today

• Have the opportunity to access cross-cultural and international thinking and contribute to the future of graphic design practice

• Acquire and embed the skills needed to develop your graphic design career or business venture

Modules could include:

• History & Futures

– investigate how graphic design interprets narrative to distil, reform or remodel stories for a new purpose

• Studio & Entrepreneurship

– examine the building blocks of studio practice from a business perspective

• Application & Interactions

– apply your own practice and knowledge to self-initiated projects, competitions and industry-set briefs

• Have the chance to attend optional face-to-face events, such as course trips to international design studios

Assessment method

Through practical and research-based assignments, such as designing a digital tool to aid collaboration, developing a pitch for a new entrepreneurial concept or examining ways to integrate market research insights into your existing practice.

Graduates have designed in a variety of areas including branding and advertising, books and magazines, exhibitions, user experience and museum interpretation, winning global recognition for their work.

Illustration MA

Join an illustration community with a rich heritage and an outstanding reputation. Immerse yourself in the diversity of illustration practice, explore the discipline in a global context and equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to accelerate your professional career.

As an illustrator with established practical, drawing and markmaking skills, you’ll be encouraged to push creative boundaries and engage with new critical thinking surrounding this ever-evolving discipline. You’ll strengthen your ability to communicate and sharpen your visual language as you learn to reflect critically on your practice and orientate your work professionally. With the support of a friendly, expansive and diverse community of practitioners, you’ll forge your creative identity and develop your output.

Study with Falmouth:

• Innovate within the field of illustration and actively contribute to the ongoing evolution of illustration practice as a form of visual communication

• Explore the context and applications of illustration, the role of storytelling within the discipline and the visual tools available to the illustrator

• Work towards becoming successfully embedded and connected within the wider visual communication industry

• Engage and network with your peers online and at optional face-to-face events, which have previously included the Falmouth Illustration Festival and the London Illustration Fair

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of practical assignments, such as portfolios and online presentations, written assignments and work-based assignments that are grounded in your practice.

Graduates have worked as freelance and in-house illustrators, in areas including children’s books, publishing, education and product branding. They have become creative directors, educators, artists in residence and PhD students.

Modules could include:

• Process & Practice

– examine theoretical frameworks and visual processes to develop, deepen and illuminate your practice

• Visual Language

– explore visual tools, including different approaches to core mark-making skills, both haptic and digital

• Professional Practice

– consider your audience, your outlook and core values, to develop appropriate self-promotional strategies

I’M FOREVER GRATEFUL FOR THE MENTORSHIP FALMOUTH PROVIDED.

Illustration: Authorial Practice MA

Evolve your authorial voice on this renowned studio-based master’s degree, joining a stimulating and collaborative community that encourages creative risk-taking and experimentation.

As the only Illustration MA with a specific focus on authorial practice, this course will challenge you to shape your own authorial intent through a rich and varied programme of industry-led lectures, hands-on workshops, research projects and critical reflection. You’ll be supported by practising artists, illustrators and published writers as you learn to use authorial illustration as a tool to engage with the world around you, developing creative autonomy and gaining the confidence and knowledge to forge a meaningful career in the creative industries.

Study at Falmouth:

• Articulate your unique creative stance through a structured series of self-directed and collaborative projects

• Experiment across areas including life drawing, visual storytelling, creative writing, character development and visual language fundamentals, as well as the creation of print and digital publications, in a vibrant studio environment

• Develop skills in research, collaboration, project planning, design and production – essentials for a fulfilling creative career

Modules could include:

• Visual Language & Communication

– build your own visual language toolkit as you develop a self-defined practice project

• Application: External & Collaboration

– focus on a longer project of your choosing, introducing an audience-facing element

• Sustaining a Practice

– investigate the opportunities in commissioned work of all types, from publishing and self-publishing to funding applications, residencies and creative approaches

• Meet a diverse range of international authorial practitioners and industry-based speakers, identifying publishing contexts, audiences and professional opportunities for your work

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of a combination of written work and practical elements, along with assessment of a final major project.

Graduates have become illustrators, artists and graphic designers, working across a wide range of subjects and in areas including printed and digital publishing, set design and signwriting.

Indie Game Development MA

Become a confident and creative indie game developer, producing vibrant and engaging experiences for gamers. On this dynamic online MA course, you’ll analyse the principles of the creative process, from early ideation and prototyping through to full production, release and post-release content.

Supported by an experienced cross-disciplinary team of industry practitioners, including tutors working in professional game development roles, you’ll learn to integrate design tools, programming languages, game engines, specialist middleware and frameworks into your game development practice. You’ll explore current trends in indie games, funding opportunities and studio business models to see how you could start up your own. If you already have a business or game idea, this is your chance to get it off the ground by preparing pitch materials with help from tutors with a wealth of experience.

Study with Falmouth:

• Apply the principles of design and creativity to generate novel experiences and own the Intellectual Property (IP) of any games you produce

• Develop digital and non-digital prototypes and playable games, exploring their use across a range of application domains, including gamification and serious games –learning to use industry-standard platforms and adapting to their technical constraints

• Use methods from business and analytics to better understand how people engage with indie games and games companies

• Collaborate across disciplinary boundaries and expand your professional networks at optional in-person events

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of playable prototypes, developer vlogs, portfolio pieces, pitches and papers.

Our Games Academy graduates have worked as game developers for companies including Creative Assembly, Firesprite Games, Mediatonic, Project Gamechanger and Rare, and have founded their own game development teams.

Modules could include:

• Game Development

– develop and combine skills from art, design, sound, animation and programming to create an indie game

• Co-Creative Design & Development Practice

– work in a cross-disciplinary team on a problem-led creative project, from ideation through to production and pitch

• Indie Game Start-Up

– develop and pitch a small business plan that considers branding, cash flow, incorporation and routes to market

PENRYN CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• International Management

– understand the skills required to make strategic or operational decisions informed by qualitative and quantitative data

• International Business Strategy

– consider theoretical and practical approaches, exploring topics including aggregation, adaptation and arbitrage strategies and risk diversification

• International Consultancy Project

– work collaboratively to deliver a project in response to a client brief

International Business Management MSc

Study business management in an international landscape on this engaging MSc course, which addresses the challenges, complexities and uncertainties of a modern globalised world – where technical knowledge needs to be matched with innovative and creative solutions.

With a focus on sustainable development and imaginative and disruptive business approaches, this distinctive master’s offers you the opportunity to reimagine the key elements of international business in areas including strategy, ethics, operations, human resources, finance, supply chain management and marketing. Through student-led research and experiential learning, guided by academics and practitioners in our Cornwall Business School, you’ll be equipped to make a positive impact as a business professional and contribute to the global knowledge economy.

Study at Falmouth:

• Develop an advanced and critical understanding of economic, environmental and social contexts of international business, building a mindset that places sustainability and ethics at the heart of management and consultancy ideas, decisions and actions

• Gain sought-after skills in collaboration, teamworking, complex problem-solving, networking and communication, as you manage challenges across industries and sectors

• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of techniques applicable to your own research or advanced scholarship

• Look to Industry 5.0, which aims to strike a balance between human creativity and automated efficiency

Assessment method

Via a range of written and verbal assessments, including reports, strategies, plans, portfolios and presentations.

Since students can approach this subject as theorist or practitioner, we anticipate that graduates could become managers in international businesses or organisations, develop their own businesses or pursue further study at PhD level.

Marketing & Digital Communications MA

Become a master strategist and an innovative creator. This online MA course focuses on planning and strategy aligned to professional practice and underpinned with academic concepts and theories.

You’ll consider fast-changing marketing and digital tactics and emerging technologies at a higher level, making informed decisions on their use, value and place within a well-crafted marketing strategy. By immersing yourself in the challenge of bringing digital brands to life, you’ll build a comprehensive working knowledge of marketing and branding – learning how to recognise and adapt to the demands of client and agency-led perspectives. Practical application of metrics and data analytics, and content including future trends, ethics and innovation will equip you to make data-informed decisions, solve problems and lead marketing transformations for international audiences.

Study with Falmouth:

• Join an established global community of practitioners, gaining crucial cultural perspectives while building your networks

• Future-proof your practice through learning how to leverage emerging technologies and embed sustainability into everything you do

• Work on collaborative industry-informed assignments from SMEs in Cornwall and big global brands such as Unilever

• Graduate as an innovative marketing professional, ready to embrace industry challenges and new career opportunities, gaining exemptions toward CIM qualifications when you complete the full MA

Assessment method

Via methods informed by professional practice, including blogs, interactive pitches, video presentations and formal reports. You’ll be encouraged to work on live briefs from your workplace as well as those provided by our industry partners.

Graduates have progressed to marketing, communication and digital roles such as marketing executives, digital media managers, data analysts, search engine optimisation (SEO) specialists and social media planners.

include:

• Global Media Planning

– investigate media strategy and planning in a global context, examining traditional and digital media channels and identifying appropriate performance metrics

• Innovation & Industry

– learn to innovate and problem-solve for brands, audiences and communications strategies, considering ethical questions and digital challenges before pitching your own ‘big idea’

• Creative Digital Storytelling

– explore digital opportunities for content creation and dynamic storytelling, engaging with creative campaigns and digital communications planning

ONLINE COURSE 30 weeks part-time

Modules could include:

• Supporting Student Learning – investigate and apply theories, concepts and practices for planning teaching, learning and assessment that are current in HE, as you reflect on and develop areas of your own practice

• Developing Flexible Learning Environments – engage with the design, implementation and evaluation of the use of technology to enhance learning as part of a blended or online learning approach

PGCHE

Gain the expertise to support and enhance your work in digital and face-to-face teaching and learning contexts with our online Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCHE), an internationally recognised qualification designed in consultation with education professionals and external bodies.

You’ll engage with peers and through academic scholarship to develop as a creative, competent and committed practitioner in higher education (HE). Through our ‘learning by doing’ approach you’ll push the limits of your practice, trying new initiatives and taking risks within a safe, supportive environment and building confidence in your ability to respond to the rapidly evolving HE sector and its growing emphasis on the student experience.

Study with Falmouth:

• Develop your ability to critically evaluate your practice in the light of pedagogical research, scholarship and wider developments in society and the HE sector

• Benefit from studying alongside HE professionals from different countries, disciplines and backgrounds and by interacting with new perspectives

• Gain the confidence, knowledge and pedagogical fluency to be able to effectively explain your approach to colleagues and students

• Learn how to prepare applications for recognition from various professional bodies, for example Fellowship recognition (FHEA) from Advance HE Assessment method

Via written and practical assessments, alongside work-based assignments grounded in your current teaching and learning practice.

Graduates have worked in HE as academic teaching staff at all levels and in a range of roles to support student learning. Other opportunities include the development and delivery of innovative new forms of HE provision.

Photography MA

Gain a fresh outlook on your work and learn how to critically analyse and develop your practice. This online MA course will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to meaningfully engage with a technologically and socially evolving medium, helping you succeed within the creative industries.

Bringing together talented practitioners from across the world, the course allows for the dynamic cross-pollination of approaches and the exploration of critical perspectives. With access to a rich programme of guest lecturers and opportunities to network and build connections with industry, you’ll be encouraged to find new audiences and cultural and commercial markets for your practice as you further develop your artistic, critical and professional skills.

Study with Falmouth:

• Share your approaches to photography and explore diverse critical perspectives, gaining valuable insights which you can apply immediately to your work

• Become an inquisitive, innovative and outward-looking professional practitioner, able to embrace multidisciplined approaches with sophisticated visual outcomes

• Explore materials and techniques, discovering new and more sustainable ways to elevate the quality of your photography and excel within your specialism

• Collaborate confidently with other professional practitioners across the globe, online and at optional face-to-face events and exhibition visits, finding your place in the wider photographic community

Assessment method

Via online submissions, including portfolios of practical work, audio-visual presentations, proposals, written reports and critical reviews of practice.

Graduates have developed their practice by exhibiting and publishing their own work and as self-employed photographers. Potential roles include curators, art directors, gallerists and specialists or managers in arts and educational settings. ONLINE COURSE

Modules could include:

• Informing Practice

– critically expand your practice in relation to historical, philosophical and ethical perspectives

• Sustainable Strategies – explore creative strategies involved in the production, resolution and publication of photographic projects, experimenting with new materials and processes

• Communities of Practice

– understand different approaches to collaboration, both creatively and in industry, and work on a live brief with real-world clients

PhIL ROEDER

Graduate, Photography MA (Online)

“It’s never too late to begin… or begin again,” says Phil Roeder, whose interest in visual storytelling developed through working alongside photographers during a career in communications and public affairs. “It wasn’t until I was in my early forties that I moved beyond family snapshots and holiday images and began to take the medium seriously as a form of creative expression.”

After completing a bachelor’s degree in photography online through Arizona State University, doing so from his hometown Des Moines, Iowa, Phil started to explore postgraduate options. “I wanted to build on that foundation and momentum,” he says. “Falmouth’s online Photography MA stood out with its compelling combination of academic rigour, creative focus and flexibility. One of the greatest advantages was the ability to pursue postgraduate study while continuing my professional career. Beyond that, I found the level of engagement with both tutors and fellow students to be thoughtful, constructive and genuinely collaborative.

“The MA provided the space – and, crucially, the critical framework – to continue developing my work,” adds Phil, who graduated in 2025. “I’d already started Bottom of the Driftless, a study exploring the generational history of a 160-year-old homestead and its surroundings in a fascinating and often overlooked part of the American Midwest. Through ongoing feedback from tutors and peers, I was able to experiment, take risks and refine both the visual language and narrative structure of the project. My time at Falmouth has made me a more deliberate and reflective photographer; I now approach my work with greater intention and confidence, and with a clearer sense of purpose as I pursue exhibitions, publications and new projects.”

@philroeder

DESPITE THE PHYSICAL DISTANCE, WE SHARED A STRONG SENSE OF COMMUNITY AS STUDENTS.

FALMOUTH CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• Telling Good Stories

– explore skills and techniques such as character development, point of view, use of time and space and genre conventions

• Creative Writing Careers

– develop your creative writing, building an industry-standard portfolio to send to publishers and agents

• Making a Living: Writing for Business

– master writing for businesses and non-profit organisations and for editorial publications and websites

Professional Writing MA

Develop the skills to forge a career in writing. On this engaging MA course, you’ll learn to craft a variety of writing forms, including fiction, poetry and non-fiction, as well as magazine features and marketing copy, for a range of competitive and fast-moving industries.

Immerse yourself in the literary world as part of Falmouth’s lively community of writers and visiting speakers. Learning from active professionals, you’ll study and experiment with all forms of the written word and develop core skills across areas including genre writing, narrative structure, pitching and presenting ideas, research and self-promotion. You'll graduate with a portfolio and an accomplished working style, primed to tackle the industry head on.

Study at Falmouth:

• Explore a broad range of disciplines, developing the skills you need to succeed as a professional writer

• Be guided by our team of writers, publishers, editors and industry professionals

• Join a supportive campus writing community, surrounded by innovators from different disciplines in a region rich with history, arts and culture

• Be inspired by our guest speaker programme, which has previously featured Patrick Gale, Nina Mingya Powles, Michael Malay and Fiona Benson, literary agents from Curtis Brown and Blake Friedmann, as well as editors and publishers

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of portfolios, reviews, creative and practical work, as well as presentations and pitches.

Graduates have become novelists, editors, publishers and copy and content writers, working freelance and for companies including branding agencies and streaming services.

Prosthetic Effects MA

Launch your career in prosthetic effects with this unique practice-based course. Working hand in hand with world-class partners Gorton Studio and Millennium FX, you’ll be at the cutting edge of prosthetics, pushing boundaries and gaining industry experience from day one.

You’ll learn by doing as you grow and refine your skills in techniques such as mouldmaking, sculpture, lifecasting and 3D design, modelling and printing, along with special effects makeup and prosthetics, while building a creative portfolio and a network of contacts. You’ll develop your own direction and specialisms and graduate equipped for a range of career opportunities in the prosthetics and special effects industries.

Study at Falmouth:

• Learn from industry experts, gaining a grounding in both practice and theory through seminars, workshops and masterclasses

• Have access to professional-standard studios and resources, mastering traditional skills and processes and learning how to design and build in a virtual space

• Collaborate with staff and students from Falmouth’s renowned School of Film & Television, at a university accredited by CILECT – a global network of top-tier film and television institutions

• Develop a varied and critically considered portfolio to help launch your career, along with a professional network. Our industry connections reach beyond the UK to some of the best prosthetic effects studios worldwide

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of portfolios of practical work, research presentations, verbal reports and the completion of a major practice project.

Graduates have worked for prosthetic effects companies including BGFX, Creatures Inc and Millennium FX and on international feature film and television productions including Gladiator II, Wonka and House of the Dragon. They’ve contributed to theatre in London’s West End, to wax museum Madame Tussauds and medical simulation company Simbodies.

Modules could include:

• Building Blocks – explore techniques and materials to develop fundamental skills in prosthetic effects production

• Contextual Studies & Industry Context – extend your knowledge and research key cultural/industry contexts to inform your practical work

• Breaking the Mould – experiment with design and fabrication methods to test the limits of prosthetic effects, working within assigned budgets, in preparation for approaching clients and employers

FALMOUTH CAMPUS 1 year full-time

Modules could include:

• People, Place, Planet

– explore spatial design as an ethical practice grounded in people, communities and environment, as a means to repair, reopen or reimagine real places

• Spatial Technologies & Immersive Environments

– investigate advanced spatial capture and visualisation workflows used in contemporary practice and research, using technology to document, analyse and iterate spatial interventions

• Research Methods for Spatial Practice

– build core research capabilities for master’s study and optional progression to PhD

Spatial Design MA

Design and reimagine spaces for people, place and planet. This course explores how physical environments can drive social, environmental and ethical change, examining the influence of heritage, culture and ecology on the built world and helping you shape your own impactful design practice.

You’ll work collaboratively in our industry-standard facilities, learning to design responsible, community-focused interior, civic, cultural and environmental spaces. You’ll embrace emerging digital technologies, from spatial recording and analysis to mixed and virtual realities, developing specialist expertise within spatial design. Alongside this, you’ll develop the research, visual communication and presentation skills to take your professional practice towards key industry roles or further doctoral study.

Study at Falmouth:

• Develop responsible spatial design skills to improve access to heritage, enable community use of contested sites or plan inclusive public interiors

• Access our new £1.7 million Design & Advanced Manufacturing Studio, collaborating with master’s-level designers and researchers while connecting with active, funded research networks

• Ground your practice in Cornwall’s rich heritage and ecology – learning to work with, and not just for, communities and stakeholders

• Direct your own specialist agenda and build a professional portfolio as you become an expert in your chosen field – whether that’s post-industrial regeneration, civic interiors reimagination, heritage adaptation or environmental repair

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of design portfolios, research submissions, technical studies, presentations and a final major project.

Potential careers include interior or spatial design, heritage and cultural environment design, community-led consultancy or regeneration, spatial technology and visualisation roles or progressing into research-focused pathways, including doctoral study.

Sustainable Fashion MA

Gain the knowledge and skills to design the pioneering, regenerative transformation needed to address the complex environmental, social, cultural and economic challenges we face throughout the fashion system.

Become a changemaker in the 21st-century fashion industry through this online MA course, joining a global community of likeminded practitioners to develop your understanding of fashion systems around the world. With a focus on planet-centred design, you’ll question the purpose of design, envision new paradigms for fashion, create scenarios of a sustainable future and develop effective systems. You’ll also assess the impact of social innovations within fashion communities, learning how to apply a conscious mindset to deliver positive, responsible practice.

Study with Falmouth:

• Graduate as a pioneering and entrepreneurial fashion practitioner, ready to question and reframe the challenges of the sector and empowered to lead and reform the industry

• Use creative approaches to find strategic solutions to complex systems challenges across design, production and business functions

• Build valuable project management skills and networking techniques, creating meaningful and effective connections with other fashion practitioners

• Hone your investigative and academic research abilities, developing a conscious practice that filters decisionmaking through a sustainable and ethical lens

Assessment method

Via coursework, at the end of each module in the form of visual, verbal and written assignments and through a critical reflective journal.

From fashion policymakers or circular designers to sustainability officers, managers or consultants, our graduates could move onto a range of roles within the industry – or lead fashion-focused social enterprises and ethical businesses.

Modules could include:

• Re_Make – analyse regenerative design solutions, investigating ecology, responsible materials, circular systems and ethically transparent processes

• Re_Wire – scrutinise the need for the radical transformation of economic, political, social and manufacturing systems

• Re_Form – undertake a creative research project to inform sustainable interventions within the fashion system, to support development within your own company or for a brand or a community space

Modules could include:

• UX Design

– learn core principles, methods and techniques to develop a sequence of explorative designs and interactive prototypes

• Co-Creative Design & Development Practice

– work in a team on a problem-led creative project

• UX Research

– refine your understanding of human-computer interaction through the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of an artefact

User Experience Design MA

Build an industry-ready user experience/user interface (UX/UI) design portfolio and develop user-centred design skills through this collaborative, practice-based online MA. Whether you’re new to UX or looking to formalise your experience, the course supports your progression at every stage with guidance from expert tutors and industry practitioners.

You’ll learn, apply and refine essential UX/UI processes, including wireframing, prototyping, usability testing and persona creation, alongside user research, journey mapping and behavioural design. The course also explores the growing impact of AI on UX/UI design, from voice interfaces to human-AI interaction. As you build expertise in interaction design and information architecture, you’ll create work of genuine professional quality, strengthen your presentation skills and graduate with a portfolio that showcases inclusive, accessible and responsible design thinking.

Study with Falmouth:

• Gain critical fluency in AI UX and emerging interaction paradigms. Voice user interfaces, haptic design, Figma AI and AI user interface design are embedded throughout

• Learn from industry-active tutors, applying real-world practices in agile UX, enterprise design and leadership

• Master key tools including Figma, Axure and Balsamiq, and research methods that underpin great UX/UI design: HCI, usability testing and user journey mapping

• Collaborate globally on multidisciplinary, problem-led projects while studying with Falmouth’s Games Academy, ranked 15th for postgraduate game design study globally and no. 1 in England (The Princeton Review 2026)

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

Our Games Academy graduates have worked as UX designers for companies including Seasalt, UbiOps and Vodafone, started their own businesses in UX design and progressed to study at doctoral level.

Writing for Script & Screen MA

Learn everything you need to see your work produced. On this online MA, you'll discover how to take on the industry and tell your stories, gaining the techniques, industry knowhow, professional skills and experience needed to bring your writing to the leading streamers and broadcasters.

Working with a global network of writers who share your passion, and taught by highly experienced industry professionals and academics, you’ll produce scripts and treatments, create pitch decks and learn the latest industry techniques to excel as a screenwriter. You’ll develop a varied portfolio and focus on the mediums and genres that interest you, through industry briefs, collaborative projects and independent research, creating a body of work you can present to the highest levels of the industry.

Study with Falmouth:

• Master the fundamentals of storytelling and how these can be applied to your chosen screen medium – whether that’s writing for film, television or games

• Develop professional abilities along with the research skills and critical and theoretical approaches to underpin your practice

• Explore current trends and developments in the screen industries

• Benefit from our industry links. Previous guest speakers have included Academy Award winners Diana Ossana (Brokeback Mountain) and Terry George (Hotel Rwanda, In the Name of the Father), executive producer Frank Spotnitz ( The X-Files) and David Hayter ( X-Men, Watchmen), as well as commissioners from Netflix and Sky

Assessment method

Via coursework, in the form of portfolios, projects, case studies and pitches.

Graduates have worked on productions for Amazon Studios, the BBC, HBO and Netflix, secured agency representation, joined leading production companies and excelled on the screenwriting competition circuit.

Modules could include:

• Individual Script Development Workshop – explore more complex elements of scriptwriting, including deep structure and in-depth character development, and advanced pitching techniques

• Writer’s Room: Collaborative Script Development – tackle a professional brief as part of a team

• Screen Industries: Professional Development – develop an industry-facing pitch deck for a project while learning to promote yourself as a freelancer

JO s EPH

MILLSON

Graduate, Writing for Script & Screen MA (Online)

Accustomed to life in front of the camera as an accomplished film and television actor, Joseph Millson grew increasingly curious about what happens behind it. “I’ve always written, but the idea of harnessing screenwriting in a professional way was an itch I had to scratch,” he says. “I wanted to understand the bones of it, to build a scaffolding for my work and to be able to write even when not feeling ‘inspired’. I wanted to learn everything and try every tool.”

Falmouth’s renowned online Writing for Script & Screen MA caught his attention – and kickstarted his screenwriting career. “I developed my feature film Signs Of Life as my final project for the course and, nine drafts later, it became a living, breathing film with cinema release and global digital distribution,” says Joseph, who made the award-winning Lanzarote-based drama on a tiny budget just a year after graduating in 2024. “Thanks to the strength of the script, we were able to secure an extraordinary cast and crew.

“I’m now in pre production on my second feature as writer/ director and I’m busy writing several episodes of a big docu-drama for FOX nation in the USA,” he adds. “The ‘story structure’ classes on the MA helped me write my first novella, Miller Rose Roberts, which will be published later this year. I honestly loved every part of the course, but it was always the toughest sections that ended up yielding the most fruit. I wasn’t much of a student when I was younger, but postgraduate study proved to be a brilliant, edifying decision – especially later in life.”

@thatjosephmillson

THE COURSE GAVE ME A TOOLBOX, WHICH MEANS I’M READY – AND NEVER AFRAID OF ANY PROJECT.

AT THE EDGE OF INNOvATION: RESEARCH DEGREES AT FALmOUTH

Studying for a research degree at a university with proven research excellence ensures that you’re embedded in a dynamic, stimulating, world-class research environment.

INVESTIGATION, INNOVATION AND THE SHARING OF NEW INSIGHTS

RUN

THROUGH CORNWALL’S HISTORY OF CREATIVITY, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH.

Professor David Prior, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research & Knowledge Exchange)

Join Falmouth University's thriving community of doctoral researchers.

Research at Falmouth is a space for rigorous enquiry and creative exploration. Whether your work is theoretical or practice-led, a research degree here invites you to engage deeply with your subject, contribute new perspectives and expand the boundaries of your discipline.

We offer research degrees that lead to either a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), depending on the scope and progression of your work.  If your research is practice-led, your creative output can form a central part of your enquiry, supported by a written thesis that contextualises your work within your field.

Our research degrees are built around independence and innovation. You’ll take the lead on your research project, working closely with dedicated expert supervisors and supported by our Research Student Development Programme (RSDP). This includes training in research methods, seminars in your discipline and workshops on everything from proposal writing to presentation skills – equipping you with the tools to succeed in academia and beyond.

Research at Falmouth is structured around our dynamic research centres, which publish annual ‘doctoral briefs’ – challenges aligned with our institutional priorities, expertise and world-class facilities. These briefs help shape your research journey while connecting you to a wider community of scholars and practitioners.

We offer the following research degrees:

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• MPhil/PhD by Published Work

Why choose Falmouth?

• You’ll be immersed in a vibrant, cross-disciplinary environment where creativity and collaboration thrive

• Our supervision model often spans multiple disciplines, encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking

• You’ll benefit from the Research Student Development Programme (RSDP), which offers research students support and ongoing training to enhance their studies and future careers as researchers

• You’ll also have access to outstanding facilities, from immersive technology labs and robotics studios to cutting-edge photography and performance spaces

Underpinned by excellence

Our commitment to research excellence is recognised nationally. In the Research Excellence Framework 2021 (REF2021), 100% of our impact case studies and research environment were rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, with 63.4% of our research outputs achieving the same distinction.

Many of our researchers are leaders in their fields and their work directly informs our teaching and supervision. As a research student, you’ll benefit from their expertise and be part of a culture that values curiosity, experimentation and critical thinking.

Whether you’re aiming for a career in academia, industry or the cultural sector, a research degree at Falmouth will empower you to explore your ideas, expand your skills and make a lasting impact.

INTERESt ED IN A RESEARCH DEGREE?

Whether you’d like to join us through an MPhil or PhD research degree, we welcome project proposals that align with our strategic research priorities – be it in response to a specific doctoral project brief or as an original idea of your own.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The standard minimum entry requirement for a place on a research degree at Falmouth is an upper second-class honours (2:1) degree from a British university or a recognised institution of higher education, or an equivalent qualification from an institution outside of the UK.

However, a master’s degree in an appropriate subject is considered a particularly valuable preparation for the academic and intellectual demands of an MPhil or PhD. In some instances, we’ll consider applicants without the minimum academic requirement as outlined above who can demonstrate appropriate alternative qualifications, relevant professional experience or previous research.

If English is not your first language, you’ll normally need to demonstrate a suitable proficiency in English before you enrol. For more details, visit: falmouth.ac.uk/study/ international/english-language-requirements

DISCUSS YOUR PROPOSAL

Contact us to discuss your research proposal and objectives:

E: pgr@falmouth.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1326 255831

HOW TO APPLY

You’ll find detailed, step-by-step guidance and access to the appropriate forms, along with funding options and advice, at: falmouth.ac.uk/research/phd-mphil/how-to-apply

OUR RESEaRCH CENTRES

Falmouth has four research centres, each providing a rich and supportive environment for generating and exploring new avenues of enquiry.

BLENDED REALITIES

Innovation in the arts combines with cutting-edge computer science as researchers investigate the astonishing ways in which immersive technologies are reshaping audience engagement, product design and screen practices. Our Centre for Blended Realities, boosted by a £7 million Expanding Excellence in England (E3) Research England fund award, is home to projects including GWITHA, which aims to redefine the capture and archive of performance practice, and the Varyon VR virtual theatre space.

ARTS & HEALTH

The potential of art, science, technology and entrepreneurship to contribute to the wellbeing of individuals and communities is the focus at our Centre for Arts & Health, which aims to represent the unseen and unheard – reaching into the communities frequently without voice. Projects include ATTUNE, a participatory arts-based exploration of young people’s mental health following adverse childhood experiences.

PEDAGOGY FUTURES

With the University’s wealth of experience in creative pedagogy, this research centre seeks to imagine new ways of teaching that preserve and progress the contribution of arts and humanities to society. Our Sound/Image Cinema Lab brings together our expertise in higher education teaching and research with exceptional industry connections to deliver original, exciting and award-winning professional filmmaking in Cornwall.

HERITAGE, CULTURE & SOCIETY

Our relationships with past, present and future cultural places and landscapes take centre stage at this interdisciplinary research centre. Working with the cultural sector in Cornwall and further afield across Europe, researchers are using the lens of social justice and sustainability to explore ways to ensure that the benefits of engaging with cultural heritage can be accessed, experienced and enjoyed by all.

AlAN CONTEH

PhD student

“I first encountered Falmouth’s PhD programme during my Photography MA but initially dismissed it – I didn’t see myself as ‘academic’ and questioned whether photography needed formal research,” says Alan Conteh, whose PhD seeks to explore the relationship between photographic narratives and the perception of air pollution in London. “That changed during my MA project Up In Smoke, which investigated a local waste incinerator. The lack of transparency revealed how ecological threats often hide in plain sight, prompting deeper questions about photography’s role in environmental discourse.

“Falmouth has been central to my journey, from a BA in Photography to an MA and now the PhD. Previously a self-taught fashion photographer, I sought growth and found it through academic study. The shift to environmental photography was challenging but transformative, supported by Falmouth’s emphasis on experimentation and student-centred learning. I gained confidence, began leading peer groups and expanded my professional networks.

“Looking ahead, I aim to publish, exhibit and teach, especially within underrepresented communities, using photography to shape public consciousness around ecological issues. My advice? Start with a question you can’t let go of. A research degree is not only an academic process; it’s also deeply personal.”

@alnconteh

FALMOUTH’S SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND ITS COMMITMENT TO STUDENT-CENTRED LEARNING HAVE BEEN TRANSFORMATIVE.

A g LOBAL COMMUNITY

Students have travelled from across the world to study at Falmouth, creating a vibrant and diverse international community.

As an on-campus international student, not only will you have access to outstanding facilities, impressive industry links, teaching excellence and ground-breaking research, but you’ll find the support and friendship here to make your studies a rewarding and memorable experience.

Helping you settle in

Falmouth is a fun, friendly place to live and is consistently ranked as one of the safest university settings in the UK. We recognise that going to university abroad is a big step, however, which is why we organise inductions and preparation sessions before you start your course – so you can feel fully prepared from day one.

Each September, we offer an airport collection service that usually operates from Heathrow Airport. Our team will meet you, take you by coach to the University and help you settle in. We reserve some rooms in university accommodation for international postgraduate students. These are limited, so early booking is advised. For further guidance on accommodation, visit: falmouth.ac.uk/accommodation

We organise a wide range of social events and activities at our Welcome Week, allowing you to familiarise yourself with the local area and join clubs and societies.

English language support

As a student at Falmouth University, you’ll have the opportunity to join our free, term-time English classes on both campuses. These are ideal for students looking to improve their social, academic and professional English language skills for presentations, CVs, applications or research and publications.

Careers support

In addition to the support available through our Employability team (see page 86), international students receive additional dedicated services from careers platform Student Circus to transition to UK employment after their studies.

Entry requirements, fees and scholarships

You’ll find details of our entry requirements and course fees on pages 88-91. We currently offer several scholarships to new international students. Find out more at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/student-funding/postgraduate/ scholarships-awards

Chat to current students

The best way to learn about life at Falmouth is to chat to one of our current students. They can give you advice on everything from the best places to shop and eat to exploring Falmouth and beyond. To connect with students and ask about their experiences, visit: falmouth.ac.uk/ask-a-student

Many of our postgraduate students are returning to university later in life, so you won’t be alone if you’ve been out of the education loop. If you’re worried about bridging a knowledge gap or coping with the demands of study, why not chat to one of our Course Advisors?

Find out more at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/request-information

From the outset, we’re here to make your path through postgraduate education as simple and successful as possible.

We have a team of Course Advisors who can guide you through your course options and the application process. Once you start your studies, on campus or online, you’ll be assigned a Personal Tutor who can answer any courserelated queries. As an online student, you’ll also have access to a Student Advisor who’ll be there to support you.

Should you need to brush up your skills in researching or referencing, or require access to study guides, resources or one-to-one support during your time at Falmouth, our Skills & Engagement team is here to help. Our Accessibility Advisors can offer advice, support and assistance if you have a disability, a long-term health condition or specific learning differences (SpLDs), including dyslexia and dyspraxia, while our Dyslexic Skills Tutors can help you develop your study skills and make the most of your learning strengths.

Our handy Student Helpdesk has a base on both campuses and can also be contacted by phone or online. This is where you can access help with any aspect of university life, including academic challenges, accommodation problems and personal concerns. Whether you have a quick query or require more specialist support, from money matters to mental health, housing or accessibility, the team is on hand to provide answers or point you in the right direction.

Explore the full range of support services on offer by visiting: falmouth.ac.uk/experience/support

In 2025, we became the first creative arts institution to achieve the University Mental Health Charter Award.

Health and wellbeing

If you need a little extra support, our Wellbeing team can provide self-help resources and advice for anxiety, stress or other mental health concerns – whether you’re studying on campus or online. They can offer confidential sessions to explore issues that might be impacting your academic life or enjoyment of university. Further resources include the Student App and Portal, a good source of general information, with add-on apps and tools to keep your studies on track. You’ll also have access to free and confidential mental health support, 24 hours a day, through our partner service Spectrum Life. For medical needs, on-campus students can register with a GP at a local surgery. Penryn Surgery operates on-site facilities at Penryn Campus.

Childcare

If you’re studying on campus, our nurseries care for children in an engaging and nurturing environment. Our dedicated teams provide childcare and education for children up to five years old and afterschool activities for children up to eight years.

GRADUATION AND BEyOND

Our postgraduate programme is enhanced by careers advice, coaching and resources. As a Falmouth graduate, you’ll have access to ongoing professional development support.

Wherever you choose to study from, you can benefit from Falmouth University’s award-winning Employability service for advice on launching your career, securing your next job, going freelance or even setting up your own business. In addition, our online careers platform is the place to search for graduate jobs and access tools and resources. These services will remain available to you after you graduate, so you can continue to take advantage of our careers expertise and book onto online sessions and events.

We pride ourselves on our expert lecturers, strong industry links and talented students, which means you’ll be able to build a brilliant network while studying at Falmouth. Upon graduation, you’ll have the chance to interact with our growing alumni community. Our Falmouth University Alumni Network not only helps graduates to stay in touch with friends and tutors, but offers you the opportunity to speak to alumni at different career stages and benefit from their experience and knowledge. As a graduate, you can also access special offers including library resources and subsidised sports centre membership.

IT’S GREAT TO SHARE SUCCESS WITH OTHER GRADUATES AND CELEBRATE THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON THE ALUMNI SOCIAL MEDIA GROUPS.

Depending on your course and your circumstances, you may be eligible for a range of career-enhancing opportunities that include cultural immersion trips and micro-internships. For more details, visit: falmouth.ac.uk/employability

FEE s AND FINANCE

Tuition fees

Please check our website for the most up-to-date tuition fees – you’ll find them at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees/postgraduate Our fees will vary depending on your status (UK or international), level of study (postgraduate taught or research) and study mode (on campus or online).

Additional costs

In addition to tuition fees, you may have some extra costs while studying. These vary depending on the course, but typically include materials or equipment and expenses related to study trips and placements.

Find further details at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/student-funding/how-much-does-it-cost

Postgraduate Master’s Loan

You may be eligible for a UK Government Postgraduate Master’s Loan. This non-meanstested funding is available to UK and EU students with settled or pre-settled status, or those who are ordinarily resident in the UK. For current loan amounts and full details, visit: gov.uk/masters-loan

Graduate loyalty discount

If you’re one of our alumni, including a graduate of Dartington College of Arts, you could be eligible for our graduate loyalty discount of up to 20%, depending on the course. If you’re eligible, the discount will be applied automatically to the last fee instalment once you enrol on your course. Find further details at: falmouth.ac.uk/study/studentfunding/graduate-loyalty-discount

Find out more

falmouth.ac.uk/student-funding/postgraduate E: student.finance@falmouth.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1326 255310

vISIT US

There are several ways to experience Falmouth University, up close or from afar. By booking an Open Day or an in-person Campus Tour, you can explore our departments and chat with current students about what it’s like to live and study here. Or head to our website for an in-depth look at Falmouth, including detailed information about your chosen course, your lecturers and how you’ll study.

falmouth.ac.uk/experience

ENTRY RE qUIREMENTS

At Falmouth, we assess every applicant on individual merit. We’re looking for students who can demonstrate enthusiasm and potential to succeed in their chosen subject, so we’ll consider a range of qualifications and relevant experience.

We welcome applications for both on-campus and online master’s degrees from those with relevant Level 6 qualifications, or relevant equivalent experience, and a demonstrable interest in their subject. Typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above. Please check our website for specific course requirements.

We’ll also welcome your application if you have formal or ‘certified’ learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study, termed Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL). This should have been gained within the last five years and should be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications. If you’re applying for entry with advanced standing or for exemption from specific modules or credit using experience rather than credits, there is a £200 administration fee. You’ll find more information about applying with APL by visiting: falmouth.ac.uk/study/apply/apl

If English is not your first language, you’ll need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications. For full details of accepted tests and required scores for postgraduate study, please visit: falmouth.ac.uk/study/international/englishlanguage-requirements

For on-campus courses, international applicants who require a Student Visa to study in the UK must take a recognised language test that is approved and vouched for by the University. Our Applicant Services team can help with any questions you may have.

For more information regarding equivalent international qualifications, please visit: falmouth.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements

HOW TO APPlY

It’s easy to apply for a postgraduate degree via our Online Application Portal. Follow the steps below to help your application run smoothly.

You can submit an application for our postgraduate courses at any point during the year – you’ll find course start dates online. Check our website for available scholarships and make sure you apply in time to be eligible for consideration.

Whether you’re planning to join us on campus or online, you’re only a few steps away from studying at Falmouth:

1. Check you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course

2. Write your personal statement

3. Prepare your additional documents:

• a scanned copy of proof of identification (such as a passport)

• scanned copies of transcripts and previous qualifications

4. Prepare your portfolio or writing sample (applicable to certain courses only)

5. Select two references (one academic and one professional)

6. Submit your application form by heading to your chosen course page: falmouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate

7. Chat to your dedicated Applicant Support Officer, who will support you as the application for your chosen course progresses

Need advice?

Before applying, it’s a great idea to connect with your dedicated Course Advisor. They’ll help you explore how the course fits your aspirations, offer clear guidance on funding and answer any questions. They’re also happy to review your personal statement to help strengthen your application.

On-campus courses

E: postgraduate@falmouth.ac.uk

T: 01326 254035

Online courses

E: onlinestudy@falmouth.ac.uk

T: 01326 213827

CoNTACT US

We understand that postgraduate study is a big commitment, which is why our team is here to help you make the right decision.

Whether you’d like to explore specific course details, discuss the best way to finance your studies or gain insight into life at Falmouth, contact us today.

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Terms & Conditions

Falmouth University takes reasonable care to ensure that prospectus and course information is accurate and complete at the time it is published. Once you have accepted an offer, the information provided about your course (including its content, structure, duration, location and fees) forms part of the contractual terms between you and the University, subject only to the limited rights to make changes set out below and to your statutory rights under consumer law.

The University may make minor changes to courses where these are reasonably necessary, for example to reflect developments in the subject, feedback from students or changes required by professional, statutory or regulatory bodies. Such changes will not materially alter the nature of the course. If the University proposes to make a material change to your course, or to discontinue a course, we will inform you as soon as it is reasonably practicable to do so. Where a material change occurs, you will be given clear information about your options, which may include the right to withdraw from the contract without penalty and receive an appropriate refund; or transfer to a suitable alternative course, or complete your studies under transitional or “teach out” arrangements. Full details of the support and remedies available are set out in the University’s Student Protection Plan, available on our website.

In some limited circumstances, events beyond the University’s reasonable control may affect our ability to deliver services exactly as described. These events may include, for example, government action, serious public health emergencies or other genuine force majeure events. Where such circumstances arise, the University will take all reasonable steps to minimise disruption to students and to maintain academic standards, including by making reasonable and proportionate adjustments. If we are unable to provide a substantial part of your course as agreed, the remedies described above and in the Student Protection Plan will apply.

Some courses may be subject to final validation or approval. Where this applies, it will be made clear before you accept an offer. If approval is not granted, affected students will be informed promptly and offered appropriate alternatives or the right to withdraw with a full refund of any fees paid.

The University is required to comply with applicable UK sanctions legislation and, where necessary due

to contractual arrangements with international partners, applicable US sanctions regimes. In limited circumstances, this may affect the University’s ability to enrol or continue to teach students who are domiciled in, or otherwise subject to, relevant sanctions restrictions. If these requirements affect your application or enrolment, the University will inform you as soon as reasonably possible and explain the consequences and available options, including any rights to withdraw or receive a refund where applicable.

For students who require immigration permission to study in the UK, enrolment and continued study are subject to compliance with UK immigration law, including holding valid permission for the duration of the course where required. Where a visa or other immigration permission is necessary, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain and maintain that permission and to comply with any conditions that apply to it. The University’s ability to enrol or continue to teach a student may be affected where a student is refused immigration permission, does not hold valid permission for study or is unable to continue studying as a result of changes to their immigration status or applicable law. If immigration requirements affect your ability to start or continue your course, the University will inform you as soon as reasonably possible and explain the options available to you. Depending on the circumstances and timing, these options may include deferral, withdrawal without academic penalty or an appropriate refund in accordance with the University’s policies and your statutory rights.

Nothing in this section limits your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 or other applicable consumer protection legislation; nor do they limit or exclude the University’s obligation to provide services with reasonable care and skill.

All information was correct at the time of print in July 2026. ©Falmouth University 2026

Funding agencies including the UK Government, the British Academy, UK Research and Innovation, the British Council, the Office for Students and the National Institute for Health and Care Research have continued to be major contributors to our infrastructure, research and knowledge exchange, campus developments, postgraduate provision and course development.