History, Affiliations and Rankings
Falmouth University was originally established as Falmouth School of Art in 1902 but was granted the university status in 2012. Over the last few years, Falmouth has seen significant progress and investment. Subsequently, a new media centre was also established in 2017 that provides courses in photography and animation. Falmouth University is associated with the University of Exeter which carries out research on the digital economy and sustainability. The organization has also established a library and teaching space named The Exchange. The University has affiliations with Combined Universities in Cornwall, Darlington College of Arts, Universities UK and the University of Exeter. In the Complete University Guide rankings for universities in the UK, Falmouth ranks at #70 out of 130 universities.
Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses
The university comprises two campuses namely Falmouth campus and Penryn campus which are highly developed in all manners and provide students with the best on-campus facilities. The university provides a wide range of courses to its students at different levels. Falmouth University specialises in creative subjects such as Media, Fashion, Arts etc. It has made massive investments in order to help the students get the best resources that will help them in their building their skills such as the establishment of a media centre, providing students with different kinds of animation & photography courses and so on.
Accomplishments and Alumni
At Falmouth University, students work in close association with various specialist institutions not only from the UK but across the globe. The university ensures multiple opportunities for students, to help them achieve excellent higher education in the creative sectors. It was recognized as one of the best universities for Creative Media and Entertainment in the world by The Rookies. Recently, an undergraduate student from Falmouth University took home the award for sustainability at Interior Educator Awards 2022. Falmouth has a distinguished alumni list. Some of the notable names are - Hew Locke, Ben Rivers, Ben Howard.
Student Diversity and Visiting Companies
The student population at Falmouth University has tripled itself with over 5300 students enrolled at the University currently. The University offers excellent opportunities to students to work or study abroad as a major aspect of a degree. For the purpose of supporting students, the Erasmus and Study Abroad Group are organized by the university. Falmouth caters to the academic demands of a significant number of international students, thus, promoting a rich student diversity at its campus. BBC, Seasalt, BBC News, Tate, Dyson, Harrods, Burberry and other creative and design organizations recruit graduates from Falmouth University.
