Falmouth

Universities in Falmouth

Falmouth University, founded in 1902 as Falmouth School of Art, operates across two campuses: the Penryn Campus on the outskirts of Falmouth, shared with the University of Exeter, and the Falmouth Campus in the town centre. It specialises in creative arts, design, media, film and television, photography, games, music, theatre arts and fashion. Find student accommodation close to campus on Hallbookers.

The University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus, shared with Falmouth University, is home to around 6,000 students from both institutions. The University of Exeter offers courses in business, ecology, environmental sciences, geography, geology, law, politics and renewable energy from this campus. Find student accommodation close to campus on Hallbookers.

Where do students live in Falmouth

Most students live either on the Penryn Campus in Glasney Student Village or in private housing in Falmouth town and Penryn. Falmouth town centre is the most popular off-campus option, with a mix of shared houses and private student rooms within bus or cycling distance of both campuses. Penryn town, a short walk from the campus, is a quieter and more affordable alternative with direct bus connections to both the Penryn Campus and Falmouth town.

Getting around Falmouth

Regular bus services connect Falmouth town centre, Penryn town and the Penryn Campus throughout the day. The Falmouth Campus in the town centre is served by several routes including the 32 and 33. Penryn railway station, around a 15-minute walk from the Penryn Campus, has services to Truro and connections to the main line for Bristol and London.

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