1,126 Falmouth University reviews

Not much at all, with the course and uni itself there wasn't much link within jobs and industries especially in Cornwall. I never received much help and couldn't get a work placement unless I went to London

I'm happy I've been able to take some new things away from the course however, I don't feel satisfied with how things played out and tutors being away for months with no one to report to. We also only had one pattern cutting tutor for a class of 60, there was never no time to meet

2

Student union was a waste of time

Terrible, we were paying for nothing. Barely could use the studios due to construction half way through the course, printing facilities weren't available or even staff

There wasn't much in Falmouth its a very small town so unless you lived close to town or by a bus stop nothing was really 'local' shops were too far from Penryn so would do deliveries and not much option unfortunately.

I never joined any societies I didn't think there was a vast majority or anything really interesting

Academically I don't feel like the uni offered much support Personally e.g. Counselling they did and I'm greatful for that

They are big on self sufficiency

Least is that lessons can be cancelled without notice

11

Very good.. always someone on hand if issues arise

Libraries and cafe perfect

Yes, it's easily accessible to public transport and shops

Good I think though don't participate

Haven't needed service

They encourage any out of university commission work and there are careers and work placement opportunities. We learn a multitude of transferable skills in every workshop we attend in illustration

The best part about my course is the high amount of contact time from the lecturers and the large time spent in the studio. My least favourite is the splitting up of both groups. I like activities where you can spend time with the whole course but I understand that the group is large and must be split to make sure everyone is catered for.

21

They seem to care about student welfare.

Falmouth campus does not have all of the facilities open as much as penryn campus does which can sometimes be frustrating but the facilities themselves are very good.

Yes it is great as it is right next to town and my house is only 20 minutes walk away.

There are an extensive array of societies that cater for all walks of life.

The feedback system with the tutors is amazing and we get a detailed mark sheet as well as a 30 minute time slot where we go through our work and get suggestions and feedback. I do not receive personal counselling but the contact I have had with the compass desk and the student service employees has been extremely helpful and beneficial.

They give opportunities for work experience, they give us real work skills and advice, the careers department seems really helpful

Theres lots of hands-on experience and lots of opportunities and encouragement for individual development

10

Very good, they seem to really care about the students and do what they say they're going to do

The facilities we use on my course are incredible. Equipment that costs hundreds of thousands of pounds in really great condition and that we can use whenever to develop our skills

The Penryn campus is a 20 minute bus away from everything but that's not too bad

Very varied, loads of stuff to do

The support is fantastic, tutors really seem to be invested in their students and there's always someone to talk to about anything

They have a section in the library building but they could do a lot more to help students with what to do when they leave and could offer more in the way of work experience during the course.

I like most that we were able to cover a lot of different areas. But the teaching was not clear and results were very different between lecturers.

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I think that the student union does not accurately represent all of the students at the two universities very well

All of the facilities on campus are very good

No, it is very far out of the way to most accommodation and amenities so you have to get the train to class and when you are there you can only go to the campus shop which is very expensive

I think the variety of sports and societies is very good and they have a few uniques societies as well which is good

Very poor when it came to tutor feedback, but as a university as a whole if I student needed support they would get it if they asked for it

The Uni supplied a lot of support within this area if needed. They have areas on campus that are open to anyone if they need help with finding jobs and anything along those lines.

I love my course so much. If i had to pick one negative thing it would be that I do have some 3 hour lectures that are just sat in a room being shown a powerpoint. I find it hard to concentrate and sometimes useless as i can't process the information as the lecture is too long. But other than that all the practical work is amazing and everyone of my lecturers are brilliant at helping out.

15

I think they all seem really postive and friendly. Super aprochable if needed to be aswell.

All the facilities are very good. The library being open 24 hours is amazing and helpful to so many students. The stannery is a wonderful cafe/bar for students to use and is also used as a club for on campus nights out what is fantastic for some students. Everything around campus is super easy to find and everyone is always willing to help if needed.

I love the location of my University. I think Falmouth Uni is the perfect Uni for me. With the beach just a train ride away is fantatic and I'm very grateful for that. All the wildlife around campus is beautiful and so pretty. Aswell as all the gardening and plants around campus it all makes me feel so happy.

I personally did not join any societies as i couldn't afford any. But because Falmouth Uni is in such a beautiful location I always go running around Penryn and it's so lovely. As far as I know anyone out of my friends who have joined societies have enjoyed them so much and met lots of lovely people through them what I think is a brilliant opportunity.

Amazing. My lecturers have been brilliant with support when i have spoke to them about personal issues. There is the on campus living support what is also handy for people if needed.

By making its degrees very vocational

Most - the level of teaching and professional experience lectures have Least - not enough contact hours each week. Need at least 20 hours. At the moment I hardly have 6 hours a week

6

Terrible, small, expensive and no good nights planned.

Very good, world class

Very good. And great bus service

Very good, although they are not very good at letting new societies start

Academic support is fantastic Mental health and wellbeing support is terrible

Tutors very dedicated, professional, inspiring. Too many students - not enough individual focus, but still good. Could be more practical work like more smaller projects (films, shows, performances). More hours of classes in the week would be better - I find it more effective to learn in the classroom.

15

Very good

Perfect!

Good to accommodation when living in Glasney Student Village. When living in town it’s not that good. Campus is perfectly organized - almost everything needed is here. Could be a bit closer to a big supermarket. Pharmacy could be closer.

Perfect!!!! Everything for everyone! I started doing societies I have never thought I’d do and I love it!

Have an employability office but I don’t feel there is enough interaction with the students

I love the guest lectures, I don’t think there is enough interaction between lecturers and students. They don’t seem very approachable, I feel we need more specific workshops that you can sign up for, for those interested in specific things or those who need extra help.

12

I don’t really know what they do to be honest, they always promote things but then you find out it only happened like once such as the animal therapy

They are okay, could be more computer suites, and individual study/computer rooms for people who like to work not surrounded by people

Good for on campus accommodation, not good for off campus as you have to travel and the buses are really expensive. Not a good location for local amenities, it is quite isolated and you have to walk quite a bit for food.

Good variation but not as much as there could be, sports ones are very expensive and should have leisurely sports societies for cheaper

I don’t feel there is much support from the tutors, they don’t really keep in touch. Counselling is okay but again not regular enough and not many sessions which isn’t helpful when you are really struggling

Holds employability talks and has required work placement modules

Most- can tailor it to what you want to do Least- lack of organisation and structure

4.25

Asks for a lot of student input which is good

Great

Yees

Great

Academic- good if you have access to the right tutors Personal- don't know