Falmouth University Postgraduate Prospectus 2022 by Falmouth University

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Contents

Vice-Chancellor welcome 2 See what makes Falmouth special What's the benefit of postgraduate study? 4 Expand your horizons Why choose Falmouth? 6 A hub of innovation Online study 8 Flexible study that fits around you On-campus study 10 World-class facilities and stunning scenery International students 14 We make studying abroad simple Supporting you 16 From money matters to mental health Accommodation 18 Make yourself at home Falmouth life 20 Explore our vibrant community

Art and design courses

Architecture MArch Communication Design MA Fine Art MA Graphic Design MA Illustration Authorial Practice MA Illustration MA

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Games and computing courses

Artificial Intelligence for Games MSc Game Art MA Game Design MA Indie Game Development MA User Experience Design MA Film, television and photography courses

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Film & Television MA Film & Television MA Photography MA Prosthetic Effects MA

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Writing, journalism and communications courses

Comedy Writing MA Creative Advertising MA Journalism MA Marketing and Digital Communications MA Writing for Script & Screen MA Professional Writing MA

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Business and education courses

Creative Events Management MA Entrepreneurship MSc Launchpad (with Entrepreneurship MSc) Music Business MA PGCHE

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Research at Falmouth

Falmouth alumni Set for life Fees and finance Invest in your future Entry requirements Change-makers wanted How to apply Follow our easy steps Visit us Contact us

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In Focus Meet the people making waves in the creative world Art and design Jose Maria Gonzalez-Ecija — Changing places and perspectives Games and computing The Knights of Borria — Award-winning game developers Film, television and photography Rehab Eldalil — Discovering a hidden ancestry Writing, journalism and communications Navigating a shifting world Business and education Codices — Connecting people in a pandemic Research at Falmouth Jerry Padfield — Transforming through technology

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A message from our Vice-Chancellor 2

We are change-makers. People working together not just to prepare for whatever the future holds, but to shape it. We’re drawing on Falmouth’s long history of creativity and innovation and combining it with new and emerging technologies, to help people find new ways to create, innovate and build a better world. Technology is transforming the shape of our lives more quickly than we could have ever predicted. Exciting new industries are forming, while others are crumbling, but creativity will never be obsolete. At Falmouth, we’ll help you develop and harness your creativity – whatever your specialism – so that you’ll leave with future-proofed skills, ready for whatever opportunities arise. With our unrivalled industry connections and opportunities to engage with top brands, businesses, entrepreneurs and artists, using outstanding facilities and online resources, you’ll be able to let your imagination run wild and push the boundaries of your discipline, while honing your expertise. Take a look inside this prospectus to explore our full range of courses and see how Falmouth’s vibrant, creativite community can take your career to the next level, build the basis for your business or unleash a whole new world of possibilities. We can't wait to hear from you.

Professor Anne Carlisle OBE

Vice-Chancellor & Chief Executive

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Why postgraduate study? 4

Are you looking to upgrade your skills, build networks and expand your horizons? With the creative industries becoming increasingly competitive, it’s never been so important to make your mark and stand out from the crowd. Through postgraduate study, you can progress your career by learning both specialist and transferable skills, while demonstrating a deep understanding of your chosen subject. Whether you want to take the next step in your career or explore a new direction of study, postgraduate degrees show future employers that you’re self-motivated and able to commit to creating an advanced body of work. And a master’s, PGDip or PhD from Falmouth shows that you’ve immersed yourself in a certain discipline – that you’ve worked on live briefs and mixed with industry leaders throughout your studies.

High-skilled employment 78.9% of postgraduate students are in high-skilled roles, earning over 20% more on average than graduates. UK government report

Build your network Whether you're just starting your career or bolstering your skills, you'll leave Falmouth with a global network of connections to help you get ahead, from fellow students to our expert lecturers as well as visiting speakers and industry professionals.

It’s not just about academic qualifications either. Study at Falmouth and you’ll be able to follow your passion, while growing personally and professionally. Our collaborative, hands-on approach will help you grow in confidence, make connections and find your own voice. Studying alongside people who are just as determined to make a difference as you, in an environment of open innovation, you’ll experience exciting challenges and fresh perspectives, as you forge your career in the creative industries.

Levels of study Master's degrees Internationally recognised by employers all over the world, a master's degree can give you a much-needed edge over other candidates. It's also a great stepping stone toward a PhD if you are interested in pursuing a career in academia. PGDip A PGDip (postgraduate diploma) is a shorter postgraduate study option that includes challenging masters level content but without the dissertation or major project. It's a great option for students looking for a flexible course that offers career progression while enabling them to juggle work and family commitments. The majority of our online courses are available as postgraduate diplomas, as well as master's. Research degrees A research degree is an advanced study programme that gives you an opportunity to deeply 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 now and in the future. Head to page 94 for more details on our research degrees.

A professional portfolio At Falmouth, you don't just study, you'll have the chance to work on live projects for real clients. It means that when you graduate, you'll be leaving with a portfolio of real work showing off your skills, experience and knowledge. There are even opportunities to enter competitions and win awards, funding and exposure on many of our courses.

Creative. Connected. Courageous. It’s our motto and it’s what we are. Find out what makes us tick A hub of innovation Look around you. Nothing – from the phone in your pocket, to the pocket in your jeans – has been achieved without an injection of creativity. And in a tech-driven world, creativity is the currency of the future.

Why choose Falmouth?

At Falmouth, we’re fuelling the fusion of creativity and technology to bring about new ideas, new ways of thinking, doing, making and creating. We’ll give you the tools, knowledge and space to bring about new ideas and succeed in sectors as diverse as eHealth, agri-tech, fintech, fashion, tourism and immersive technology.

World-class facilities Spread across both our campuses, our specialist facilities have been designed to help you shape the future. Cutting-edge technology combines with traditional techniques across all our departments to create an environment where you can bring your ideas to life and develop your insight and expertise. You’ll find everything from motion-capture technology and production suites, to printmaking workshops and extensive film and photography stores. Industry connections Our strong industry connections provide you with the chance to interact with renowned professionals from your field of study, as well as the opportunity to work on live briefs for top clients – so that you can gain invaluable insights and a great network of contacts. You’ll not only walk away with a master’s from Falmouth University, but an impressive portfolio, real experience and the connections to succeed in your field of study.

Best for business Falmouth is the top UK University for business, with almost a quarter (23.5%) of its students setting up or leading businesses after graduating. Capital on Tap, business funding platform

Falmouth’s enterprising dreamers will make the new rules and forge new careers. Dawn French Chancellor of Falmouth University

With exceptional teaching standards, unrivalled connections and a global creative community, Falmouth offers you the chance to reach your next creative level in a way that fits your life. You'll have the same standards of teaching and rigorous tuition, alongside the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and create global networks without putting your life on hold. Thanks to Falmouth's flexible part-time online courses, you'll be able to work while you study, manage other commitments and get the right study/life balance that works for you. How will you learn? Throughout your studies, you’ll be taught by academics who are leading experts in their fields and have close industry links, just as you would on our on-campus courses. Our Student Advisor team will be on hand to help with any non-academic queries. Using our dedicated Virtual Learning Environment, you’ll have access to all your course content, including webinars, group tutorials, readings and discussion boards all in one place.

Studying online

As an online student, you’ll join a global network of like-minded students and can expect an online learning experience that’s engaging, challenging and rewarding.

What are the benefits? • • • • • • •

Tap into more than 100 years of innovation, creativity and connections Fit your postgraduate degree around your life, without having to change your life Study flexibly from your home or office, or while you’re on the move There’s no need to relocate or apply for a visa Study alongside students from around the world and grow your global professional network Meet academics, industry experts and fellow students at optional face-to-face events Choose from three start dates a year

"As a mother of five, travelling around the world, I've chosen Falmouth's online Journalism course because it really suits my lifestyle and I never know where I'm going to be from one month to the next." Jan Imrana Daudi, Journalism MA student based in Dubai, UAE

Study at one of our Cornish campuses and you’ll find yourself immersed in a dynamic learning environment where collaboration sparks innovation. Our beautiful Falmouth Campus is nestled in the heart of glorious sub-tropical gardens, just minutes from the beach, while the purpose-built Penryn Campus is a contemporary hub of creativity. With great travel links between the two, you’ll be able to make the most of everything Falmouth has to offer.

On-campus study

Facilities Combining cutting-edge technology with traditional tools and stateof-the-art spaces, we have everything you need to bring your ideas to life, become an industry pioneer and develop a skillset you’ll draw on throughout your professional life. Our facilities are open to all students, whatever your chosen subject, so you can let your creativity flow free and widen your skillset. With regular Open Workshop sessions and our Workshops Festivals, there are opportunities to try something new throughout the year.

falmouth.ac.uk/facilities Our games and computing facilities include: • • • •

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Industry-standard studios Our Immersive Experience Development Lab Robotics and computing facilities State-of-the-art equipment such as PS4 Dev Kits, Valve Index and Microsoft HoloLens, as well as Xsens MVN Awinda motion capture suits High-end VR development workstations Mobile development kits (including Macs for building iOS games, iPhones and iPod Touches for testing and Android devices) Audio field recording kit Software, management tools and game engines used by professionals Dedicated space for game development and teamwork

Our art and design facilities include: •

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A printmaking studio, facilitating a range of traditional and non-traditional printmaking techniques, including monotyping, intaglio, relief printing, screen printing and stone lithography Purpose-built art and design studios Life-drawing studios Digital Print Centre Fine wood and metalworking workshops

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Sculpture, bronze casting and wax modelling workshops Laser cutters CNC milling and routing machines 3D scanning and rapid prototyping equipment Architectural model-making facilities

Our photography facilities include: • • •

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Our writing and journalism facilities include: •

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Fully equipped digital newsroom and recording studios with newswire access and 25 workstations with professional script writing and editing software Podcasting and audio recording facilities The Lighthouse — a dedicated Writers’ Room for guest workshops and events

Incredible studio spaces furnished with the latest photography and post-production equipment Specialist printing and mounting services Software and equipment from leading global manufacturers like Adobe, Canon, Fuji, Hasselblad, Mamiya, Nikon and Sony Multiple darkrooms and process areas Photography store containing a range of professional equipment for loan Photo-microscopy laboratory A fully equipped wildlife watching hide with remote cameras for nature study, photography and filming Fully colour-managed digital suites Macro and long lenses, macro flash and infrared triggers, along with time-lapse and underwater cameras

On-campus study

Entertainment The Academy of Music & Theatre Arts (AMATA) is not just a learning space, but a professional venue, hosting a yearround performance programme that includes everything from outstanding student performances to inspirational visiting artists.

Libraries and IT Our two libraries are a trove of books, digital resources, magazines, specialist material and journals. You’ll have access to image banks, news archives, creative databases, e-journals and streamed content. You’ll find a team of librarians, technicians and archivists, along with a range of study spaces including group study rooms, quiet study spaces and open-plan areas. We also have IT suites on both campuses, plus a range of specialist training suites and a central service desk for support. Our Penryn library is open 24/7 throughout the term.

The Stannary Bar, on the Penryn Campus, hosts everything from open mic and quiz nights through to DJ sets with some of the country’s top artists. Sports centre The Penryn Campus Sports Centre contains a four-court sports hall, a larger fitness studio and a gym. Regular classes run throughout the week, including spinning, yoga, Pilates, kettlebells, Boxercise and Zumba. Away from the gym, the Penryn Campus has a multi-use games area and outdoor gym equipment. Travel Our focus on green travel makes getting around easy. Dedicated buses run every ten minutes between the Falmouth and Penryn campuses. We also offer free showers and changing facilities for cyclists, along with secure bike storage facilities.

Reprographics Services include printing, copying, binding and laminating. Falmouth Campus Art Shop The shop is stocked with a wide range of stationery and art materials for all mediums.

Student life Both campuses have cafes serving hot and cold meals at reasonable prices. You’ll also find an eclectic range of street food vans and pop-ups around campus.

Visit us Head to page 106 to see the different ways you can visit Falmouth either virtually or in person. 13

Falmouth is home to more than 5,000 students from 53 countries all over the world and has a thriving international community online. See how we make it such a welcoming place to study.

International students

Online events We host regular online pre-enrolment events where you can learn about visa information, international entry requirements, scholarship opportunities and how to apply. You can also find out more about what to include in a portfolio, how our flexible interviews work and ask any other questions you might have.

English language courses We offer free term-time English language classes on both of our campuses and online. The sessions cover social English and pronunciation, as well as support on presentations, CVs, applications, research and publications. They're also a great opportunity to meet other international students! Airport collection service For students travelling from outside of the UK we offer airport collection services at the start of every new academic year. International scholarships We currently offer a limited number of scholarships to new international students who are considered to demonstrate exceptional talent. These scholarships are available to students studying on-campus and are assessed based on previous experience along with future potential. falmouth.ac.uk/study/student-funding/scholarships-for-international-students Chat to our international community The best way to learn about life at Falmouth, is to find out from one of our current international students. They’ll be able to give you advice on all the best places to shop, eat and explore in Falmouth and beyond. Head to the website to connect with students from more than a dozen countries about their experiences: falmouth.ac.uk/ask-a-student

Contact us Our International team is here to answer any questions you have. Just get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. +44(0)1326 254350 international@falmouth.ac.uk Or scan the QR code to contact us on WhatsApp:

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We’re here to help during your time at university, with specialist teams and services who can help you with everything from learning support and wellbeing advice to professional development and employment opportunities. Returning to learning If you're returning to studying after a break it can be a bit daunting. We have a team of Course Advisors who can guide you through your course options and the application process. Once you begin your studies you'll have an academic tutor who can answer any course-related queries as well as access to a Student Advisor who will be there to support your welfare during your studies.

Supporting you

+44 (0)1326 213827 postgraduate@falmouth.ac.uk

Accessibility and inclusive learning 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. Dyslexia Skills Tutors will help you develop your study skills and make the most of your learning strengths. The Compass Our student information service offers help and advice on any aspect of university life, whether you have a quick query or require specialist support. From money matters to mental health, housing or accessibility, they’re here to find the answers and give you the support you need throughout your time at Falmouth. Find The Compass on either campus or contact them via phone or email: +44 (0)1326 370460 studentservices@fxplus.ac.uk Wellbeing support Our Wellbeing Practitioners provide self-help resources, counselling and advice if you’re experiencing anxiety, stress or other mental health problems. They offer confidential sessions to explore any issues that might be impacting your academic life or enjoyment of university. You can also contact our Multifaith Chaplaincy, which provides pastoral and spiritual care and conversation We've also got a wealth of self-help resources that you can make use of as a Falmouth student, including our own UniWellBeing App that includes healthy challenges, wellbeing tips, podcasts and more. The App is available for free on the App Store and the Google Play Store.

Finance You'll find full details about our fees and finance options on page 100, but if you'd like to discuss your options with one of the Student Funding team, they'll be able to give you tailored advice: studentfunding@falmouth.ac.uk Student support Our Student Support team can advise on and assist with a range of topics such as academic difficulties, personal concerns or any general worries. Approachable and friendly, they’re here to make sure you understand your options and get effective practical support. Health care If you live in Penryn you can register with Penryn Surgery, which also offers appointments at our Penryn Campus during term time. For those in Falmouth there are several surgeries available. Childcare If you're studying on-campus, you can take advantage of our nurseries in both Penryn and Falmouth that care for children in an engaging and nurturing environment. We provide childcare and education for children up to five, and afterschool activities for children up to eight. Our dedicated teams will work closely with you to support your child at every stage of their development

Accommodation

Whether you’re based in Falmouth or Penryn, you’ll find a great range of accommodation options.

University-managed accommodation Glasney Student Village and The Sidings (both in Penryn) each have dedicated accommodation blocks for postgraduate students: Glasney Student Village Situated on the grounds of Penryn Campus, Glasney Student Village, residents benefit from a range of on-campus facilities. Including a gym, refectory, bar, live events venue, shop, multiple cafes and onsite Accommodation and Student Support Services, as well as spacious ensuite rooms. The Sidings Just a short walk from the Penryn Campus and the town itself, The Sidings provides contemporary student accommodation for 233 students. From single occupancy ensuites within shared flats to self contained studios, the accommodation comes fully furnished. While we can’t guarantee university accommodation for UK/EU postgraduate students, we do welcome applications. If you’re an international student, you’ll be guaranteed accommodation if you apply by 31 July. Private renting Falmouth and Penryn offer a wide variety of private sector housing. If you’d prefer to be in private accommodation, we’ll be happy to advise on finding accommodation locally. There are also accommodation fairs and online accommodation databases to help. Additional support We’re committed to providing a supportive environment for everyone. If you have a disability, an access need or a medical condition, we’ll help you explore your options.

Get in touch accommodation@fxplus.ac.uk falmouth.ac.uk/accommodation +44 (0)1326 253639

Choose to study on campus and you won’t regret it. Falmouth is regularly voted as one of the best places to live in the UK and it’s easy to see why. The harbour town has an atmosphere like nowhere else, with a vibrant, creative community, while Cornwall is a place of transformation and timeless beauty. Creativity 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. Today, Cornwall has a growing reputation as a creative digital hub – home to countless creators and people who aren’t afraid to challenge the status-quo.

Falmouth life

From the bedrock industries like hospitality, tourism and shipping through to pioneers in the tech, renewable energy and aerospace sectors, business in Cornwall is thriving, fuelled by its vibrant community, innovative thinking and the spirit of entrepreneurs who aren’t afraid to take risks and do things differently.

Alongside big business, there’s a flourishing freelance community and a plethora of young companies and exciting new start ups who are pushing boundaries and developing opportunities. Connections Despite being far from the bustle of Britain’s big cities, Cornwall has excellent connections. The ever-growing Cornwall Airport Newquay flies several times a day to London and other major UK and European cities. In addition, Cornwall’s superfast broadband speeds are helping us lead the way in terms of digital connectivity – enabling our local academic, creative and business communities to communicate, collaborate and compete globally. Culture Cornwall has a rich cultural history, forged from Celtic roots, fishing, farming and a mining heritage. But that doesn’t mean that time stands still. It’s home to the iconic Tate St Ives, the Barbara Hepworth Museum, Newlyn School of Art, and the impressive, open-air Minack Theatre. It’s also a hotbed for independent theatre, with renowned companies such as Kneehigh and Miracle Theatre touring extensively throughout Cornwall and the UK, while our own AMATA performance centre hosts theatre, music and comedy all year round.

Entertainment Cornwall has a thriving events scene and many take place right here in Falmouth. Whether you’re a lover of beer, sea shanties, tall ships or great food, there’s a festival for you. The full calendar of events means that there’s always something to celebrate and our festivals give you the opportunity to see how friendly and connected our community is. Falmouth has a great selection of pubs, where you can find local bands, get involved in debates or test your wits in a pub quiz. Elsewhere in town, The Poly and Princess Pavilion both host a range of performances, talks and gigs, featuring big acts and world-renowned artists. Travel further afield, and you’ll discover a variety of unique venues, from The Old Bakery Studios in Truro to the worldfamous Eden Project.

Landscape Cornwall has more than its fair share of beaches, and there are no less than 20 beaches in and around Falmouth. The sheltered coves of Maenporth and Swanpool are perfect for swimming, and Castle Beach is the best for beach combing and rockpooling. Gyllynvase – the largest and most popular beach – is great for picnics, standup paddleboarding and surfing. It’s even home to a beach cafe that serves food and drink through to the evening, as well as its very own beach bakery! Away from the water, you’ll find the sub-tropical gardens of Enys, Penjerrick, Trebah, Lamorran, Glendurgan and Trelissick – all within easy reach and each with a unique tale to tell.

Food and drink Just because Falmouth is a maritime town, don’t expect your choice to be limited. Aside from exceptional seafood and Cornwall’s staple pasties, there is a wealth of global cuisines to sample. Let African-inspired dishes, Nepalese spices, sushi and falafel tempt your taste buds as you eat your way around town. With a burgeoning drinks industry in Cornwall, including sparkling wines, real ale and artisanal spirits, you’ll also enjoy finding your new signature drink.

Art and design

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Jose Maria Gonzalez-Ecija (Communications Design, 2017), who now works as a digital designer for Dyson and a freelance graphic designer and illustrator, chose to move to Falmouth from Spain to complete his master’s. What made you decide to do a master's degree? I didn't really know how to approach my career after finishing my degree in Fine Arts. I knew I loved being creative and was interested in the idea of advertising, but I didn't know how to make a job out of my skills, so a master’s degree felt like a good next step. What was the most valuable part of your course? For me, it was the attention from the lecturers and all of the uni staff, along with the excellent library and resources at Falmouth. I also had the opportunity to network with lots of different people, including professionals from different industries such as advertising, graphic design and fine art. Since graduating, what have you gone on to do? I work as a digital designer at Dyson's Centre of Excellence in London. It's a space that brings together experts across areas such as media, creative design, production and operations to

explore and shape the relationship between Dyson and Europe. My job is to create social content for across many of Dyson's platforms, including YouTube, Instagram and its website. I also get to work on banners and adverts for locations like sidewalks and shopping centres. Additionally, I am a freelance designer and illustrator who loves branding, book covers and editorial illustration. My work aims to help people and companies to communicate through design and imagery by coming up with creative solutions for printed and digital media. How has your master's helped your career? I've learnt lots of practical skills and gained a good understanding of the industry during my master's. The course gave me the opportunity to learn different areas of design graphic design and the ability to communicate through design and visual language. I've been able to use this in both my job at Dyson and my freelance work, by embracing visual identities, clever use of illustration, art direction and carefully considered editorial design. More than anything, I think it changed my way of thinking, and made me consider the purpose of whatever I create. It gave me the opportunity to get to know and understand people from different backgrounds, along with their needs and motivations.

Communicating with a meaning and a purpose was something that I wasn't 100% aware of as an artist. The master's helped me to consider both the context and the target of what I was creating. It helped me to question everything that I perceive, and I think that's one of the best tools for a designer: to question everything. You’re originally from Spain – what made you choose to study at Falmouth as an international student? I didn't know that much about Falmouth before I moved there, but everyone spoke very highly about it and I saw pictures – it seemed like the perfect place for an adventure. It was a unique experience living in Falmouth. The people, the landscapes, the views, and the student nightlife were all really inspiring. What was it like studying in a different country? Did Falmouth University help you to settle in and feel part of the community? Apart from the weather, it felt pretty much like home! Everyone – lecturers, students and people in town – were really nice and happy to help at any time. Would you recommend Falmouth University to other people? Definitely. The lecturers are always happy to help and give you support. Go to the library to explore and learn about any topic you are interested in, go for walks and the beach to think about your projects. Have a beer with your friends on the weekends. Get the most of everything.

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It helped me to question everything that I perceive, and I think that's one of the best tools for a designer: to question everything.

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Architecture MArch

Department: School of Architecture, Design & Interiors Course title: Architecture MArch Location: Falmouth Campus Course duration: 2 years full-time

“By engaging with real issues of how we might design and make together, at a time when Architectural education needs to change, the MA at Falmouth offers an exciting alternative to the ubiquitous model of normative and solitary studio-based learning.” Piers Taylor, Architect and co-host of BBC The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes

Define a new agenda for architecture. Building on Develop andyour refine RIBA your Part skills 1 qualification while and professional working on real projects practicewith year,real you’ll work on socially purpose, tacklingengaged the key architectural live projects while exploring concepts and challenges the key architectural of our time. Throughout this course, you’ll explore the relationship between architecture, place and communities through the principles of participatory design, radical regionalism and sustainable design methodologies. With practising lecturers, high-profile industry guests and the opportunity to work on live build projects, you’ll not only cultivate your own specialist design practice, but respond to the climate emergency with our unique attitude to materials and design.

Modules could include: Modules could include: □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □ □

Transition — you'll take on design challenges that discuss the hybrid nature of architecture Transition Design Thinking Design Thinking — you'll develop your design agenda and philosophy Participate Participate — you'll work on socially-engaged Tectonics design and build projects Social Practice Tectonics — Explore making, materials and Comprehensive Designthrough Research architectural detailing 1:1 pieces Comprehensive Design Realisation Social Practice — you'll explore the social, moral and professional concerns of an architect

□ Comprehensive Design Realisation — you'll combine your learning in a contextual major final design project

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Gain globally transferable RIBA accreditations (subject to validation*)

□ Collaborate with other students across architecture, design and interiors

ARB/RIBA Part 1 or equivalent qualification from a recognised professional body. Normally we require a minimum of one year's practical work experience or equivalent post Part 1, however we would welcome a conversation about alternative ways in which this requirement may have been met or may be met in the future.

□ Be able to earn while you learn, with the course set out so that you can balance your professional practice with your academic studies

Our graduates could become:

□ Access dedicated architecture studios, industry facilities and workshops □ Learn from respected guest lecturers, who are experts in their field

□ Study for a master's degree in architecture on the only course of its kind in Cornwall

□ Architects □ Architectural assistants

Assessment method

□ Spatial designers

You will be assessed via coursework, with regular feedback throughout each module and assessments at the end of each study block.

□ Urban planners □ Multi-disciplined designers

*The course is in the process of being validated. We anticipate that you’ll graduate with a RIBA-validated and ARB-prescribed master’s in Architecture at Part 2 level.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/architecture

Communication Design MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Communication Design MA Location: Falmouth Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“It’s more than just a communication design degree. It’s an exploration of self and a great foundation for a career in graphic or communication design and the wider field of careers within the design industry.” Ian Walden, PhD student and lecturer

Carve your path in a rapidly changing media world, where creating and communicating meaningful and effective ideas is paramount. You’ll benefit from frequent industry contact and expert tutors, preparing you for a range of careers in the creative industries. Develop your individual critical voice through this transformative, studio-based course. Learning within an industry-focused environment, you’ll stay current by engaging with projects and insights supplied by leading global ‘provocateurs’, including writers, scientists, artists, curators and designers.

Modules could include: □ Process — you’ll draw on global, experiential and experimental insights to examine different components of the design process □ Intersections — you’ll explore sustainability, ethics, human interaction, and how design for social change can inspire new thinking □ Boundaries — you’ll explore the relationship between interdisciplinary research and making at the edges of contemporary design □ Curate and build — you’ll explore the increasing complexity of data in contemporary design problems and learn how meaning can be curated and revealed □ Compete — you’ll engage in competitive projects set by external bodies and build professional skills such as publishing, presentations, funding, production and intellectual property □ Major Project — in a largely self-directed semester, you’ll dive deep into your specialist subject knowledge towards your final major project

You will: □ Graduate with a strong portfolio for use in your future career □ Gain commercial experience through industryfocused engagements □ Access our purpose-built studio environment, which mirrors leading contemporary design studios □ Attend lectures by award-winning designers, practitioners and agencies, such as Pentagram, AKQA, Grey, Haller Brun, Åbäke, Visual Editions, Fraser Muggeridge Studio, Main Studio, Coley Porter Bell, and Brighten the Corners □ Develop creative skills relevant to multiple sectors including graphic design, branding, service design, publication design, exhibition design, UX design, design for social impact, art direction, and copywriting

Our graduates have worked in: □ Graphic design, service design, publication design, exhibition design, UX design, design for social impact □ Design criticism, writing, teaching and research □ Branding, brand strategy and advertising

Assessment method You will be assessed via individual project briefs, competition briefs (which could include competitions such as D&AD New Blood, RSA Student Design Awards, YCN Awards) as well as other course work. This includes a design research journal, individual and group presentations, along with essays and a critical review and/or business plan.

□ Related fields such as television, advertising, as well as the heritage and cultural sectors

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/communication-design

Fine Art MA

Department: Falmouth School of Art Course title: Fine Art MA /PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“This transformative course will bring together practitioners from all over the world, allowing students to engage critically with what it means to be an artist in the global context today, while developing a sustainable practice to take them forward.” Mandy Jandrell, Director of the Falmouth School of Art and Institute of Photography

For almost Define a new 120agenda years, Fine for architecture. Art at Building on Falmouth has your challenged RIBA Partstudents 1 qualification to and professional develop a practice practice that engages year, you’ll with work the most on socially pressing engaged issues oflive today projects and while exploring tomorrow. On this thecourse, key architectural you’ll learn concepts how to build andachallenges sustainableofbusiness our time. as an artist while navigating the context of Throughout this course, you’ll explore the relationship between global economic, political, social and architecture, places and people through the principles of radical regionalism and sustainable design methodologies. ecological change. With practising lecturers, high-profile industry guests and the opportunity to work on live build projects, you’ll also develop Working you’llparticipatory have the opportunity to collaborate and refineonline, your own design practice. and build networks on a global scale. Through peer-led learning, mentoring and guest with a range of expert The course is in the process of lectures being validated. We anticipate professionals, you’ll with create exhibitions, events and a curated that you’ll graduate a RIBA-validated and ARB-prescribed body of work at a pace that suits2 you. Master’s in Architecture at Part level.

Modules could include: Modules could include:

□ Contemporary Positions and Practice — you'll your practice within the broad contexts of □ locate Transition professional contemporary global art practice □ Design Thinking □ Informing Contexts — you'll increase your □ Participate understanding of critical contexts relating to visual □ culture, Tectonics critical art practice, and positions □ Social Practice □ Sustainable Strategies — you'll expand your

□ Comprehensive Design Research awareness of, and your ability to develop, effective strategies for the production, dissemination and □ Comprehensive Design Realisation consumption of your practice that are innovative, creative and sustainable □ Collaborative Practice — you'll collaborate on creative projects and operate professionally within the creative industries □ Final Major Project — you'll effectively realise a substantial and unique practice-based research within defined critical and professional contexts

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Learn how to build a sustainable practice as an artist, considering the social, environmental and ecological impact of your own practice and how it responds or poses solutions to global challenges

We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject. For full entry requirements, go to page 102.

□ Benefit from a vigorous programme of online guest lectures, workshops and masterclasses led by professionals from across the globe □ Have the opportunity to collaborate and develop an international network of art practitioners and peer groups □ Apply critical reflection to define and articulate creative intent and purpose. Analysing your practice in relation to specific themes to develop a reflective, adaptive and resilient practice □ Build an understanding of the historical and contemporary contexts that situate your practice in relation to the art world’s complex global networks and positionalities

Our graduates could become: □ Practising artists □ Curators and art exhibition or festival organisers □ Arts teachers, lecturers and technicians □ Art critics, journalists and publishers □ Social entrepreneurs or campaigners □ Researchers and PhD students

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework, including portfolios, written and verbal presentations, illustrated proposals, essays and reports.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/fine-art

Graphic Design MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Graphic Design MA /PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“I’ve been fascinated with the breadth and depth of the content that has been provided. The books, webinars, and ideas have sparked interest in areas that I would not traditionally see in this field.” Jamie Baldwin, Graphic Design MA student

Join an exciting space for learning, networking and debating graphic design practices. Develop your design thinking and creative processes to an advanced level. Examine the building blocks of effective and award-winning studio work and design culture to support your personal development and creative ambition. Our reputation within graphic design sees our graduates working in some of the world’s leading studios and agencies. It’s these professional organisations and award-winning practitioners who have helped inform the course, alongside many years of experience growing new thinking and teaching in the field.

Modules could include: □ Contemporary Practice — you'll seek to examine local and global perspectives of the subject and the emergent skills required to address problems and deliver messages for both regional and global audiences □ History and Futures — you'll learn how graphic design interprets narrative, to distil, reform or remodel stories for a new purpose □ Studio and Entrepreneurship — you'll learn how to manage the day-to-day aspects of a studio’s life, and reflect on innovative ways of working at distance and collaborating with other partners around the world □ Application and Interactions — you'll apply your own practice and knowledge to specific graphic design projects, including self-initiated projects, competitions and industry-set briefs

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Have the opportunity to access a huge breadth of cross cultural and international thinking and contribute to the future of graphic design practice around the world

□ Examine your personal practice in relationship to the ever-evolving nature of the subject globally and culturally □ Acquire and develop the skills needed to develop your graphic design career or business venture

Our graduates have worked in: □ Branding and advertising

Assessment method

□ Book and magazine design

You will be assessed through practical, written and work-based assignments. This could include designing a digital tool or a process to aid collaboration, as well as writing a business plan and the use of tools such as storytelling or market research.

□ Entrepreneurs and product developers □ User experience design □ Exhibition and museum interpretation design □ Self publishing and authorial practice

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/graphic-design

Illustration: Authorial Practice MA

Department: Falmouth School of Art Course title: Illustration: Authorial Practice MA Location: Falmouth Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time 2 years part-time

“One of the biggest highlights was actually having access to the facilities here, specifically the print rooms, the risograph machine and the IT suite, which gave us access to a great amount of software. Just having so much time to use these technical facilities was huge for me.” Alia Sinha, Illustration Authorial Practice MA graduate

Develop your unique visual language on this studio-based illustration course. You’ll learn to see your work as an evolving practice, as you challenge and re-evaluate your personal vision and voice with the help of experienced practitioners. At the heart of this course is an examination of authorship and storytelling. Through hands-on workshops, you’ll develop skills like screen-printing, creative writing and bookbinding, while working on longer-term projects in your choice of media. Taking an entrepreneurial approach, you’ll develop your professional practice and consider outlets for your work.

Modules could include: □ Negotiated Project 1 — you’ll concentrate on research and analysis in this studio practice module □ Critical Publication — you’ll develop a critical eye, exploring differing contexts and audiences □ Negotiated Project 2 — you’ll build on the previous modules to create your own reflective practice □ Research Presentation — you’ll develop and employ research skills to share a critical investigation with staff and peers in a short presentation □ Negotiated Project 3 & Extended Essay — you’ll deploy critical and practice-oriented skills in tandem towards the completion of a final project and extended essay

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Join the only MA Illustration course with a specific academic focus on authorial practice

□ Mount a professional presentation of work from your negotiated project □ Access professional facilities, including a print room and dedicated MA studio space □ Learn from high profile guest speakers and industry-savvy tutors

Our graduates have worked as:

□ Benefit from our close relationship with independent publisher Atlantic Press, with opportunities for placements and internships

□ Illustrators

□ Study over one or two years

□ Educators and activists

□ Writers and producers □ Self-publishing practitioners

Assessment method

□ Book binders

You will be assessed via coursework during each module of study. Coursework will include practice-based projects, along with essays.

□ Curators □ Sign-writers

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/authorial-illustration

Illustration MA

Department: Falmouth School of Art Course title: Illustration MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“I find it works perfectly alongside my freelance work, and considering most work is commissioned via email and social media nowadays it feels similar to how you’d be briefed in the industry.” Florrie Thomas, Illustration MA student

Celebrate the role that illustration plays within a global context and immerse yourself in the diversity of practice that increasingly defines the subject in the 21st century. You will be invited to push your creative boundaries and engage with new critical thinking surrounding this ever evolving discipline. We’ll strengthen your ability to communicate visually and sharpen your visual language. Fostering research interests, we will help you to critically reflect on your practice and professionally orientate your work. Help us to forge your creative identity with the support of a our friendly and engaged international community of practitioners.

Modules could include: □ Process and Practice — you’ll examine the emergent skills required to generate effective illustration and start to develop your professional identity □ Visual Language — you’ll explore the broad range of visual tools available to the illustrator, including different approaches, both haptic and digital, to core mark making skills □ Narrative and Storytelling — you’ll explore the fundamental role of storytelling within illustration practice □ Professional Practice — you’ll critically reflect on your practice and research interests, cultivating appropriate professional platforms for both regional and global audiences □ Final Major Project — you’ll develop a signature body of work that reflects your chosen pathway and look to future horizons

You will: □ Actively contribute to the ongoing evolution and discussion of illustration practice as a form of visual communication □ Join an illustration community that has a long history and reputation at Falmouth, with many graduates being internationally recognised for their work

Entry requirements

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

Assessment method

Our graduates have worked as:

You will be assessed through practical, written and work-based assignments. This includes portfolios and online presentations, writing a research journal and work-based assignments grounded in your existing practice applying tools such as storytelling or market research.

□ Freelance illustrators □ In-house illustrators □ Graphic designers

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/illustration

Games and computing

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Funding the Knights of Borria

Game Design MA students Max, Christopher and Jake – otherwise know as the Knights of Borria – have been awarded development funding by Tranzfuser for their post-apocalyptic game Rustbreaker.

The game development team describe Rustbreaker as an ‘obscene blend of Mad Max and FTL: Faster Than Light’. Players must construct their own unique trawler from scavenged metal, directing a crew in battles of tactics and mass-destruction. The Game Design MA not only provided the creative environment to come up with the game, but the encouragement to take advantage of opportunities like Transfuzer. Part of UK Games Talent and Finance Community Interest Company, Transfuzer supports some of the most promising graduate game developers in the UK, helping teams take their games from concept and prototyping through to publishing. It acts as a launchpad for people who aspire to build commercially sustainable studios, along with those who want to pursue a career as an employee or freelancer. The Knights of Borria were one of just four teams to have been awarded grant funding and have now registered their indie dev studio as a fully-fledged business.

The team said, “Receiving the funding has tided us over during the crucial development period, where we polish up the game and pitch it to publishers.” The Knights of Borria will be seeking further funding for the game’s development, which could enable them to take it straight to market. They firmly believe that the MA opened up several avenues for making crucial contacts within the industry and that as a result, they’ve been able to meet several experienced and extremely helpful people that have helped them get a foot in the door of the industry. Teammate Jake Whittaker said, “Allowing students the chance to work in an environment similar to a real game development job makes them incredibly prepared for applying for roles. The constant creation of games gave us plenty of work to put into a portfolio.” In addition, the team credit the master’s for the development of their creativity. Teammate Max Amaden said, “Studying the MA definitely has given me the space to experiment with new and unconventional ideas. It allowed me to hone my skills and broaden my interests significantly.” Fellow teammate Christopher Jones agreed, explaining that the space to make mistakes while studying was a crucial part of his development. “I see it as being able to try experimental designs or new things without fearing that they won’t work out. I think that has been invaluable to my personal growth as a developer.” Director of the Games Academy, Dr Douglas Brown, said, “Winning Tranzfuser funding sets our students up for success in the industry they dream of joining and gets them taken seriously by potential investors and employers. “The Knights of Borria is a real indie dev team now. It’s a nice bonus that winning also produces games like Rustbreaker, which are genuinely a blast to play!”

Allowing students the chance to work in an environment similar to a real game development job makes them incredibly prepared for applying for future roles Jake Whittaker, Game Design MA student

AI for Games MSc 42

Department: Games Academy Course title: Artificial Intelligence for Games MSc Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“The MSc in Artificial Intelligence at Falmouth is, in my eyes, the best course on offer. The course gives you control of what you create for each assignment, allowing you to really concentrate on your passion.” Lucy Stent, AI for Games MSc graduate and Google-sponsored doctoral candidate in artificial intelligence

Are you fascinated by artificial intelligence? Do you want to explore the applications of AI in games? At Falmouth, you’ll join the people breaking boundaries in the world of gaming. You’ll work with artists and designers in a studio environment, testing and experimenting with cutting-edge techniques. This stimulating, practise-focused course will give you a deep understanding of how to leverage artificial intelligence in games. You’ll interrogate the contexts of this new global industry and make your own ideas happen. And with mentoring from renowned researchers, you’ll graduate fully equipped for your career in this revolutionary field.

Modules could include: □ Development Synergies — you’ll deepen your sense of practice by exploring divergences and synergies through a focused personal case study □ Classical Artificial Intelligence — you’ll implement artificial intelligence techniques that are commonly used to solve problems in industry □ Machine Learning — you’ll learn to confidently employ current machine learning frameworks to analyse data-rich problem spaces □ Game Development Project — you’ll collaborate with people across disciplines to design, prototype, test, and pitch a game □ Major Project — you’ll work on a major research and development project of your own devising, building on the skills you have developed in the rest of the course

You will:

Entry requirements

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

We welcome applicants with varied qualifications, but usually you’ll need an undergraduate degree in computing, software engineering, game programming or related fields. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience. For full entry requirements, go to page 102.

□ Learn from world-leading researchers in AI and veteran programmers from industry □ Gain a master’s in artificial intelligence, along with technical and transferable expertise that will give you a head start in a highly competitive sector □ Join an international community of professional makers and creatives

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework, with real-life learning preparing you to get straight to work in the industry.

Our graduates have worked as: □ Game developers at companies such as MediaTonic, Firesprite, Creative Assembly, Project Gamechanger and Rare □ Creative AI specialists at companies including Ultrahaptics, Solutionpath, and Dewsign □ Researchers and developers at companies such as Facebook □ Further study at doctoral-level in artificial intelligence and/or data science sponsored by companies including Google

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/artificial-intelligence-games

Game Art MA

Department: Games Academy Course title: Game Art MA Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“The Games Academy gives us the unique experience of working in teams from all different disciplines in a studio-like environment and having ownership over our ideas, which is invaluable.” Adele Richards, Game Art MA student

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 with in multi-skilled teams within a studio to create innovative and arresting art for games. Nurture your creativity as you collaborate with like-minded artists in an inspired and focused space. We’re looking for illustrators, fine artists, sculptors, graphic designers, or anyone with a passion for the visual dimensions of games. Ultimately, you’ll graduate as a workplace-ready professional with a strong insight into the games industry.

Modules could include: □ Development Synergies — you’ll be introduced to the development pipeline □ Game Art: Concepts and Contexts — you’ll learn the fundamentals of game art and start to develop your own style □ Group Game Development Project — you’ll work in a team to create a game, immersive experience or similar prototype, which could form the beginning of your major project □ Game Art 2: Crafting and Refining — you’ll expand your knowledge of the tools and techniques of game art □ Major Project — you’ll work on an individual or collaborative project, where you can choose from focusing on anything from theory to development projects

You will:

Entry requirements

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

□ Be supported by tutors with experience at companies like Rare, EA Games, Microprose and Square-Enix □ Access industry-standard hardware and software, a well-equipped life drawing room, dedicated space in a game development studio and the same management tools and game engines used by the industry

Our graduates have worked as: □ Cinematic and trailer artists

□ Learn 2D and 3D art creation methods, including concept, environment and character art

□ 3D artists

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

□ Producers/artists in their own start-up company

□ Freelance 2D game artists

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework in the form of projects, papers, pitches and portfolios.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/game-art

Game Design MA

Department: Games Academy Course title: Game Design MA Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“Studying the MA has definitely given me the space to experiment with new and unconventional ideas.” Max Amaden, Game Design MA student

Are you passionate about games and keen to make them better? Do you feel curious about what makes a game engaging and meaningful? At Falmouth, you’ll work alongside programmers and artists in a studio environment to create distinctive games. We’ll cover specialist areas in storytelling and design to reveal new horizons of gaming. With help from ex-industry mentors, you’ll gain the tools you need for a career in games and media. Collaborating with other talented game-lovers, you’ll bring your own ideas to life in AAA, indie or board games.

Modules could include: □ Development Synergies — you’ll deepen your sense of practice by exploring divergences and synergies through a focused personal case study □ Prototyping for Games — you’ll enhance your creative practice by developing a series of playable prototypes □ Group Game Development Project — you’ll learn how to collaborate effectively with people across disciplines to design, prototype, test, and pitch a game □ Experimental Game Design — you’ll adapt your existing skills to experiment with concepts and ideas that extend game design into new, experimental or original areas of practice □ Major Project — you’ll work either individually or collaboratively to expand your skills of devising, developing and executing an extended development project

You will: □ Take advantage of our guest speaker series, featuring professionals from across the games industry, from studio heads to level designers, design leads and producers □ Access industry-standard facilities, including dedicated space in a well-resourced game development studio, with augmented reality and mixed reality technology, a selection of new VR headsets, and 3D printers □ Become a specialist in game design, working as part of a team to develop your own game □ Learn iterative design principles and how to implement research, user testing and feedback □ Create game design and scripting elements for live game developments

Our graduates could become: □ Game or level designers □ App developers □ Product or software designers □ Producers

Assessment method

□ Design practitioners

You will be assessed via coursework, including projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/game-design

Indie Game Development MA 48

Department: Games Academy Course title: Indie Game Development MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“We aim to work with each student individually to help them towards their personal goals — whether that's making games independently, gaining employment in the industry, or something else entirely.” Iain Lobb, lecturer

Become a confident and daring indie game developer, producing vibrant and engaging experiences for gamers. Analyse the principles of the creative process, from ideation and design through to delivery and dissemination. Integrate design tools, programming languages, game engines, as well as specialist middleware and frameworks into your game development practice. Explore business models used by indie games studios to see how you could start up your own. And, if you already have a business idea, get it off the ground with help from a mentor.

Modules could include: □ Development Practice — you’ll use established and new approaches to create a personal case study to expand and enrich your practice □ Game Development — you’ll develop and combine skills from the art, design and programming disciplines to create your own small indie game □ Co-creative Design and Development Practice — you’ll work in a team on a problem-led creative project, such as a small game or creative app and strategically manage scope, workflow, communication roles and responsibilities □ Indie Game Start-Up — you’ll design and prepare to launch a small business with a focus on indie game development. You’ll consider branding, cash flow modelling, enterprise planning, incorporation and routes to market

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Apply the principles of design and creativity to generate fun and playful experiences

□ Learn to use industry-standard platforms for making games and adapt to their technical constraints □ Use methods from business and analytics to better understand how people engage with games and game companies □ Adopt both technical and arts perspectives as part of a design thinking process to deliver novel games □ Collaborate across disciplinary boundaries, an increasingly important skill in the games industry □ Practice digital and non-digital game design across a range of application domains, including gamification and serious games □ Keep and control the Intellectual Property (IP) of any games you produce

Assessment method

Our graduates have worked as: □ Game developers at companies such as MediaTonic, Firesprite, Creative Assembly, Project Gamechanger and Rare □ Creative AI specialists at companies including Ultrahaptics, Solutionpath, and Bewsign □ Researchers and developers at companies such as Facebook □ Doctoral-level students and researchers in artificial intelligence and data science sponsored by companies such as Google

You will be assessed via coursework, including assessments such as projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/indie-game-development

User Experience Design MA

Department: Games Academy Course title: User Experience Design MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“Experience Design was the perfect choice for me, but committing to full-time study in one geographical location really wouldn’t have worked. I feel so lucky to have had this opportunity to study UX Design with Falmouth Flexible, giving me the chance to work towards my goals without putting the rest of my life on pause to do it.” Joanne Petrillo, User Experience Design MA student

Learn how to apply key principles of user-centered design to create original work based on your own intellectual property. Get practical skills in how to evaluate artefacts and development processes in an ongoing and iterative way. Use human-computer interaction research methods to evaluate the user’s needs and improve the experiences you create for them. Learn how user-centered design can be applied in areas such as the Internet of Things, creative apps, museum installations, educational technology and immersive business.

Modules could include: □ Development Practice — you’ll expand and enrich your practice by devising a series of smallscale creative artefacts and experiment with new approaches to challenge your ideas □ UX Design — you’ll learn core principles, methods and techniques of user experience (UX) designs to develop a sequence of explorative designs and interactive prototypes □ Co-creative Design and Development Practice — you’ll work in a team on a problem-led creative project, such as a small game or creative app, and strategically manage scope, workflow, communication roles and responsibilities □ UX Research — you’ll learn the key techniques of human-computer interaction (HCI), a multidisciplinary field focusing on the interaction between humans and computers

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Explore how to innovate as a user experience designer

□ Learn methods from experimental psychology and data science to better understand how people engage with digital products and services □ Practice interaction design across a range of application domains, including cybersecurity □ You’ll also be able to keep and control any IP interfaces you produce

Our graduates have worked as:

Assessment method

□ Creative practitioners at companies such as Google, MediaTonic, Firesprite, Creative Assembly, Project Gamechanger and Rare

You will be assessed via coursework, including projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

□ Researchers and developers at companies such as Facebook □ Further study at doctoral-level in artificial intelligence and data science sponsored by companies such as Google

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/ux-design

Film, television and photography

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Discovering a hidden ancestry

Egyptian photographer Rehab Eldalil was recently shortlisted for the Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award and learnt more about her heritage in the process.

Rehab’s work focuses on the theme of identity. Her personal experiences of living in the USA during 9/11 and in Cairo during the Egyptian revolution have both provided creative inspiration. She has been researching identity, representation and collaborative approaches within the Bedouin community since 2013, reconnecting to her own ancestry along the way. This project, which is called ‘The Longing Of The Stranger Whose Path Has Been Broken’, explores the idea of belonging in the Bedouin community. By introducing traditional mediums, such as embroidery and poetry, to her photographic bodies of work, Rebah collaborated with the community to depict a contemporary portrayal of the Bedouin identity. When the pandemic struck Egypt, Rehab took part in providing medical aid to the Bedouin community, which is primarily situated in remote mountain areas in the Siani peninsula. It allowed her to witness the community’s incredible perseverance and resilience during this global crisis. She decided to document how the community has created citizen-led solutions to combat the crisis by growing vegetables for their families and tribe in the desert, using both modern and traditional methods of farming.

Moussa, a Bedouin in Egypt, relaxes after tending to his garden

It was this work that formed her submission to The Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award, which is facilitated by FotoDocument and supported by Nikon. The annual award celebrates women photographers specialising in documentary photography with a focus on solutions. Rehab said, “It feels amazing to be shortlisted, let alone shortlisted for a cause that I feel so strongly about. I have a huge passion towards telling the story of the Bedouin community. For years I’ve been learning so much about the community’s resilience against discrimination and poverty and I’ve learnt so much about myself as an artist and a human being. “I’ve also discovered my own Bedouin ancestry in the process. My family name “Eldalil” — the Arabic word for guide — was my only lead to discover my roots during this journey.” Since graduating, Rehab continues to work with the Bedouin community, focusing on their response and resilience during the Covid-19 pandemic, a project that has been awarded the National Geographic Society’s Emergency Fund for Journalists to support storytelling throughout the pandemic. She also hopes to exhibit her project and publish it in a special edition book showing the photographs and embroidery collaborative works to honour the stories of the Bedouin community. She plans to expand her visual storytelling experience using collaborative approaches to involve communities to develop more work and projects. She said, “I want to challenge traditional documentary photography approaches with my work and explore beyond that by using collaborative mediums to create layered and comprehensive narratives.”

Collaborative work combining photography and embroidery

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Film & Television MA

Department: School of Film & Television Course title: Film & Television MA Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“I felt that the MA was a great place to unleash my creativity, connect with people and make great work, besides preparing me for my career.” Hsu Li-Heng, Film & Television MA graduate and digital media practitioner in Taiwan

Based in our world-class film school and supported by specialist, awardwinning staff, you’ll hone your skillset and broaden your thinking to create work with impact, relevance and reach. We cherish courageous originality and the diversity of our student body, welcoming applicants with and without a media background. This dynamic MA will help you build the craft and critical skills to place your work in line with current industry trends, both in the UK and globally. You’ll benefit from student-centred teaching, scaffolded skill instruction and expert guest masterclasses, while engaging in contextual research and practical projects mirroring professional workflows in real-life creative environments.

Modules could include: □ Contextual Studies: Screen, Culture & Society — you’ll expand your knowledge of how cultural, political and social contexts influence audience engagement □ Creative Practice: Foundation — you’ll shape practical projects from an initial idea to a final screen artefact □ Contextual Studies: Screen & Globalisation — you’ll develop social sensitivity and an awareness of your potential contribution to global film and TV cultures □ Creative Practice: Final Major Project — focus on either advancing your research skills or on your chosen specialism, be it production, directing or screenwriting

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Learn from our award-winning staff and interact with high-profile film and television professionals. Previous guest speakers have included Jonathan Glazer (Director, Under the Skin), Hayden Jones (VFX Supervisor/Virtual Production, The Mandalorian) and Adam Gough (Editor, American Utopia, Da 5 Bloods, Roma)

We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject. For full entry requirements, go to page 102.

□ Become part of our School of Film & Television, a member of CILECT— the global association of the world’s best film and TV schools, and establish a socially sensitive practice that fits into global networks of production □ Build craft and critical skills to situate your work against current industry trends by taking part in production and research that mirror real-world practices □ Become involved in our unique in-house slate of micro-budget short and feature filmmaking, along with the opportunity to work on extra-curricular live briefs and get involved with our own creative agency, MAYN □ Graduate from a ScreenSkills-accredited course

Our graduates have worked as: □ Assistant directors □ Production managers □ Producers and assistant directors □ Location scouts □ VFX production assistants □ TV researchers □ Sound editors □ Art department/property masters

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework in the form of film, visual, verbal and written assignments.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/film-television

Film & Television MA

Department: School of Film & Television Course title: Film & Television MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“I have been visiting the School of Film & Television since 2015 and I've been impressed by how deeply the students engage with the real demands of professional practice. Out of this has come some excellent work and many success stories, a testament to the staff's tenacity in pushing them to achieve their best.” Ryan Gilbey, film critic, The New Statesman, Guardian

This course will challenge you to question industry traditions, social conventions and creative canons in order to develop a cultural consciousness and technical prowess. You'll cover everything from pre-production to post-production, including casting, screenwriting, research, curating, project pitching, funding, editing and production management. Whether you're already working in the industry, just finished an undergraduate degree, or you're after a career change and want to expand your skills and knowledge, our world-class expertise, industry experts and professional networks will help you bring innovation and originality to your chosen area of interest.

Modules could include: □ Industry Practice Foundations — you'll nurture your creativity to shape practical projects from an initial idea to a final screen artefact □ Industry Research — you'll develop a critical understanding of the practical skills that underpin contemporary film and television operations and project management challenges □ Industry Practice Development — informed by critical study, you'll pre-produce a short cinematic or televisual form or a screenplay □ Context Research — you'll learn how global cultural, political and social contexts frame and influence audience engagement as well as production and distribution strategies □ Final Major Project — you'll create a professional portfolio specialising in either film and television production, screenwriting or academic research

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Take your film and TV creative practice, technical craft and research skills to the next level of professionalism

□ Navigate the digital and online environments of today's film and TV industries with professional flexibility □ Be equipped with confidence to challenge the fast-paced environments and production cultures of contemporary visual media, cinema and global TV industries

Our graduates have worked as:

□ Evaluate the quality of film and TV projects in terms of creative and cultural appeal as well as standards of industrial proficiency

□ Production Designer at Lucasfilm

□ Question traditions, social conventions and canons so that you can progress towards innovation and originality in your chosen specialism

□ Senior Camera Operator at BBC News

□ Senior Producer at Moli Films □ Video Producer for the Labour Party □ Production Assistant at NBCUniversal

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework at the end of each module in the form of visual, verbal and written assignments. You will also receive regular feedback via webinars, Q& As and workshops with your peers.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/film-television-online

Photography MA

Department: Institute of Photography Course title: Photography MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“As a working photographer it’s difficult to dedicate a year or two years to doing a course so I needed to do something that was flexible, that I could do around my own work. The flexible MA at Falmouth was the perfect choice.” Anthony Prothero, Photography MA graduate and lecturer

The course aims to develop innovative, collaborative and accountable professional photographers, with an ability to sustain their practices within the context of economic, political and ecological global change. The course brings together talented practitioners on an international scale with the ambition to succeed, innovate and lead. It allows for the dynamic cross pollination of approaches in photography and exploration of critical perspectives.

Modules could include: □ Positions and Practice — you’ll consider the importance of research as a fundamental aspect of contemporary photography in both academic and industry contexts □ Informing Contexts — you’ll increase your understanding of contemporary practice and consider your own practice in relation to historical, philosophical, and ethical perspectives □ Sustainable Strategies — you’ll explore the many creative strategies involved in the production, resolution, and publication of photographic work. You’ll also be encouraged to experiment with new materials, processes, and creative strategies as appropriate to your specialism □ Collaboration and Professional Locations — you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate on a live brief set by clients and gain experience with real world, industry challenges

You will: □ Gain valuable insights, which you can immediately apply to your work by sharing your approaches to photography and collaboratively exploring critical perspectives □ Become an inquisitive, innovative, and outward-looking professional practitioner □ Be able to embrace multi-disciplined approaches to your work

Entry requirements

□ Inspire others and take leading roles within the arts sector and creative industries on an international level

Assessment method

Our graduates could become:

You’ll be assessed via coursework, including practical projects, written reports and audio-visual presentations.

□ Self-employed photographic practitioners

□ Confidently collaborate with other professional practitioners on a global scale

□ Curators, art directors, gallerists □ Specialists in arts administration and management □ Specialists in writing, criticism and arts communication □ Teachers and educational development experts

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/photography

Prosthetic Effects MA

Department: School of Film & Television Course title: Prosthetic Effects MA Location: Penryn Campus, partner studios Course duration: 1 year full-time

“We're really excited to be partnering with Falmouth University on this MA. The School of Film & Television at Falmouth has a fantastic reputation within the industry and its alumni work internationally across many areas of film and television.” Neil Gorton, founder of Gorton Studio and Millennium Effects

Launch your career in prosthetic effects with this unique course. Working handin-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 grow and refine your skills in techniques such as mould making, sculpture, life casting and 3D printing, along with special effects makeup and gore, while developing a creative portfolio and a network of contacts.

Modules could include: □ Contextual Studies — you’ll extend your knowledge of key cultural contexts to inform your practical work □ Building Blocks — you’ll immerse in working with a variety of techniques and materials to develop the fundamental skills in prosthetics effects production □ Industrial Context — you’ll research the industry to help you connect your practice with current trends and tendencies along with gaining exposure to real life working studios □ Breaking the Mould — you’ll experiment with your designs and fabrication techniques to prepare for working with real life clients an employers □ PFX Production — you’ll focus your studies on the production and creation of an informed industrystandard body of work

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Learn from the experts by working with world-class partners Gorton Studio and Millennium FX

□ Develop a varied portfolio situating your creative work in industrial and contextual background that will help launch your career □ Have access to professional-standard studios and resources □ Benefit from our visiting lecture series, with guest speakers from global industry

Our graduates could become: □ Prosthetic effects specialists working in film, television or theatre

Assessment method You will be assessed via coursework in the form of projects, papers, pitches and portfolios.

□ Artists or researchers □ Specialists in medical prosthetics

falmouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/prosthetics-ma

Writing, journalism and communications

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Aimee Coelho wanted to refresh her journalism skills, but being a full-time teacher and a parent meant that she didn’t have the time to study a traditional master’s course. However, Falmouth’s flexible online courses fitted her perfectly. What made you decide to study for an MA in Journalism?

Navigating a shifting world

I currently work as head of media at a large independent school. I had worked as a journalist ten years ago and want to get back into freelance journalism and enhance my teaching of the subject further, but realised I needed to update my skills.

What led you to choose a flexible online course with Falmouth? As a mother of three children with a full-time job, I needed to work on a flexible basis. With this course, I can build the work around my other commitments and Falmouth is one of the only universities that offer this approach. I had also studied at Falmouth previously, so I knew the quality of their teaching. Do you get a sense of community while studying online? The live webinars, forums and the ability to easily discuss topics with your classmates really help to provide a sense of community. There are also opportunities to learn from and interact with guest speakers, which enables you to build up your professional networks.

What’s the most important thing you’ve learnt from the course so far? As a part of this course you get a renewed sense of the ever-changing environment that journalism sits in now. For an industry that is constantly changing, it’s really important to be up-to-date and to learn about the current landscape. Have you had a chance to use your knowledge and skills in the real world yet? I’ve found the course to be really helpful in giving me confidence to start pitching ideas and understanding what the newsroom wants. The course tutors are incredibly supportive and passionate about journalism, which is one of the reasons I signed up for the master’s course – to be inspired to get myself out there. At the height of the pandemic, I could see that the uncertainty around school exam results was having an impact on the mental health of students and knew that there was a really important story to tell. I discussed and honed the idea in my MA Journalism seminars and reached out to students to gain a genuine insight into their anxieties. This really helped the story to stand out and it was published in The Independent national newspaper. What are the biggest benefits of studying the Journalism MA at Falmouth? This course provides you with a valuable opportunity to learn about how journalists operate now, to network with working journalists and to learn about the rapid changes happening in the industry.

The course tutors are incredibly supportive and passionate about journalism, which is one of the reasons I signed up for the master’s course – to be inspired to get myself out there. 67

Comedy Writing MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Comedy Writing MA Location: Online Course duration: 2 years part-time

“With this MA, I’m keen that students develop their skills to write great comedy and learn how to market themselves to secure an agent and make a long-lasting career out of comedy writing.” Simon Nicholls, module leader and award-winning producer

Push the boundaries of comedy writing to its limits. Interrogate big ideas like sex, politics, religion and family through comedy. Or just write a show that’s unashamedly stupid! There are lots of opportunities right now and a great need for new comedy writers.

Modules could include:

Get the skills, tools and industry-focus which will push your projects to the top of the commissioning editor’s pile and see your script green-lit. Who knows, you could see yourself on the way to the BAFTAs, Oscars or Golden Globes with the next Fleabag, VEEP, Modern Family or Father Ted.

□ Individual Comedy Script Development — you’ll hone your ability to generate comedy script ideas and explore the art of combining comedy with drama

□ Comic Storytelling for Screen and Audio — you’ll develop your comedy writing skills, looking at comic timing and beats, construction of scenes, the role of setting and characterisation □ Screen Industries: Professional Development in Comedy — you’ll undertake research on a comedic area of interest and produce a case study that evaluates current comedy industry markets and opportunities

□ Comedy Writers’ Room: Collaborative Script Development — you’ll have the unique opportunity to work collaboratively on a professional TV comedy brief within a commercial setting □ Final Major Project — You'll incorporate everything you’ve learned in the development of a large project over two study blocks

You will: □ Study the work of renowned writers and directors, reflect on professional trends and learn how to seize market opportunities □ Be taught by a host of comedy experts including module leader Simon Nicholls who is multi-award-winning TV and radio comedy producer and executive producer □ Learn how to write comedy sketches, sitcoms, comedy dramas and develop a body of work for multiple platforms including radio, TV, film and online □ Develop a comedy writing portfolio consisting of scripts, treatments, synopses and your responses to professional comedy briefs which can be used as a calling card to gain agent representation and to present to commissioning editors □ Structure your working practice as a comedy writer, plotting your day, dealing with writer's block, working to tight deadlines while remaining funny □ Understand the role of a commissioner, the criteria by which they assess new writing and what it takes to get your project green-lit

Our graduates have worked as: □ Script readers and editors □ TV and film scriptwriters □ Creative producers □ Interactive Fiction, Augmented Reality and games scriptwriters □ TV production and direction specialists □ Radio, theatre and opera writers

Assessment method You’ll be assessed via written assignments, along with visual, verbal and written works tailored specifically to each module.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/comedy-writing

Creative Advertising MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Creative Advertising MA Location: Falmouth Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“I feel very lucky to have had that year to prep me for the industry. There's a lot of things I still use in my career today.” Ruby Norman-Curran, Creative Advertising MA graduate

Build your capabilities as a strategically minded advertising creative. You’ll enter an intensive environment replicating a fullservice advertising agency, where you’ll develop the creativity and key skills to forge a successful advertising career. Working collaboratively in teams, you’ll create innovative advertising from your very first week, tackling real agency briefs. While developing a keen understanding of conception and strategy, you’ll learn the vital skills essential to any creative advertising role — like IT training, negotiation and presenting ideas.

Modules could include: □ Introduction to Concept Creation — you'll be introduced to the advertising industry, the agency landscape and the techniques and vocabularies used in the creation of advertising □ Campaign Development — you'll build on your strategic thinking skills and further explore creative concepts for integrated campaigns. You'll also enter industry competitions and graduate shows such as D&AD New Blood and YCN □ Media Lab — you'll cast a critical eye over key debates in the digital and attention economy and then use your creative practice to envision the future of advertising □ Behavioural Change for Good — you'll study the theories behind decision making alongside the psychological strategies that influence consumer behaviour

You will: □ Graduate equipped with a professional portfolio and the contacts you need to win the job you want □ Have the opportunity to exhibit your work at the D&AD New Blood competition □ Interact with top international agencies and get advice from leading creative directors, strategists, planners and former students □ Create links with the world's best advertising agencies

Assessment method

Our graduates have worked as:

You'll be assessed via visual, verbal and written coursework, along with a final external assessment.

□ Art directors □ Copywriters □ Creative directors □ Planners □ Producers □ Directors

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/creative-advertising

Journalism MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Journalism MA Location: Online Course duration: 2 years part-time

“One of the most important things, is that I have established contacts with many journalists and editors from different countries and very prestigious media. I've also been part of valuable activities such as 'The Guardian Foundation's NEWS WISE' programme.” Inva Hasanaliaj, Journalism MA student and working journalist in Tirana, Albania

In a rapidly-changing world, where people have never been more connected or content-hungry, agile thinking is everything. On this course, you’ll join a global community of reporters and storytellers to exchange ideas and develop your own critical voice. Taking a practice-based approach, while learning at a pace that fits your lifestyle, you’ll be taught by expert lectures and engage with leading international journalists and media innovators. With a network of industry connections and skills in a range of multimedia news formats, you’ll leave prepared for a variety of careers in the creative industries.

Modules could include: □ Creative Professional Practice — you’ll explore key political, regulatory and creative pressures currently affecting journalists, including editorial standards, ethics and legal considerations □ The Mobile Journalist — you’ll critically examine the most effective digital news content produced by global news brands and cuttingedge news ‘disruptors’ to inform your own work creating compelling news stories in video, audio and multimedia, for mobile and social platforms □ Journalism Innovation and Enterprise — you’ll explore how you bring innovation to quality journalism while maintaining distinctive and trusted news outputs □ Audiovisual Storytelling — you’ll work individually and in groups to shoot and edit video, record and mix audio and combine media with graphics and text, creating your own multimedia toolbox

You will: □ Be taught by leading journalists who are experienced in reporting a range of news, feature and investigative stories in an international context □ Develop a critical understanding of the shifting political, social and industry environments in which journalists operate around the world □ Focus on data journalism, investigative reporting skills, including opensource research and the use of social media to gather and distribute quality news □ Create your own multimedia toolbox, learning to shoot and edit video, record and mix audio and combine media with graphics and text □ Develop your skills as a creative and technically agile non-fiction storyteller in order to work independently as a journalist anywhere in the world

Our graduates could become:

□ Discover how to thrive and innovate in the international digital news and communications industries

□ Journalists in their field of expertise, including current affairs, politics, climate and environment, sports and entertainment

Assessment method

□ Researchers

You’ll be assessed via written assignments, including portfolios of multimedia journalism stories, presentations, projects, reflective journals, critical essays, reports and a final project.

□ Content creators and producers and editors □ Specialists in communications or PR

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/journalism

Marketing and Digital Communications MA 74

Department: School of Communication Course title: Marketing and Digital Communications MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“This MA is full of practical tools that will give students the confidence and skills needed to succeed in a modern marketing environment.” Helen Pugh, Lecturer

On this course, you’ll learn not just to react to the changing digital landscape, but to use emerging technologies to innovate and lead marketing transformations for international audiences. You’ll build a comprehensive working knowledge of marketing and branding strategy, learning how to recognise and adapt to the demands of client-led and agency-led perspectives. This includes understanding returns on investment, accountability and future planning, as well as how to use data-driven marketing insights in a professional, ethical and regulated process.

Modules could include: □ Marketing in a Digital World — you’ll interrogate the role of marketing in a global and digitally transformed world, considering how geography, globalisation and digital transformation impacts all parts of the marketing planning process □ Creative Digital Storytelling — you’ll develop your understanding of the digital opportunities for creative content creation and dynamic story telling, identifying ways of generating insights into your audience and key touchpoints □ Global Media Planning — you’ll explore media strategy and planning in a global context and examine traditional and digital media channels □ Innovation and Industry — you’ll learn to innovate and problem-solve for brands, audiences and communications strategies

You will:

Entry requirements

□ Deepen your cultural knowledge and bring greater diversity to your practice in order to face the opportunities and challenges presented by an increasingly global market

□ Future-proof your skills by developing the ability to embrace new marketing and digital communications approaches, as well as new and emerging ways of doing business □ Learn how to embed sustainability into everything you do, considering the environmental impact of your work □ Graduate as a forward-thinking marketing professional, ready to embrace change on a global scale

Our graduates have worked as: □ Digital marketing executives □ Account planners □ Social media strategists

Assessment method

□ Entrepreneurs

You’ll be assessed via coursework such as reports and plans, blogs and infographics, pitches and presentations. You’ll be actively encouraged to work on ‘live’ briefs from your workplace as well as briefs provided by our industry partners.

□ Content producers

falmouth.ac.uk/courses/ma-marketing-digital-communications

Writing for Script & Screen MA 76

Department: School of Communication Course title: Writing for Screen & Script MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

"This master’s is very different to other screenwriting courses, in that it focuses on business practices within screenwriting that will help you as a professional screenwriter." Daniel Tuck, Writing for Script & Screen MA graduate

Gain the writing skills, industry knowhow, professional skills and experience of collaborative working that the ever-changing screen-writing industry demands. Learn how to function within a professional environment across different screen industries and create work that stands out from the crowd.

Modules could include:

Develop your portfolio across different platforms or focus on the mediums and genres that interest you through live briefs, collaborative projects and independent research. Learn how to write treatments, develop characters and setting, present your work in the correct format, and pitch your ideas.

□ Writer’s Room: Collaborative Script Development — you’ll work collaboratively on a professional brief

□ Storytelling for Script & Screen — you’ll learn specific script writing skills: script layout, visual storytelling, genre, setting, character, dialogue and the construction of scenes and sequences □ Individual Script Development Workshop — you’ll explore complex elements of scriptwriting, including deep structure, in-depth character development, as well as sustaining narrative and theme in a feature film, television series, or a digital game

□ Screen Industries: Professional Development — you’ll learn strategies for promoting yourself as a freelance scriptwriter, generating a series of ideas that you will communicate through a pitch document □ Final Major Project — you’ll incorporate everything you’ve learned in a large project over two study-blocks

You will: □ Learn the fundamentals of storytelling and how these can be applied to your chosen script medium □ Gain the professional skills needed to compete in the script writing industries, including how to write treatments, develop characters and settings, present your work in the correct format, and pitch your ideas □ Collaborate and network with other script professionals around the world

□ Gain the research skills, critical and theoretical approaches needed to underpin your practice

Our graduates have worked as:

□ Gain an understanding of current trends and developments in the screen industries

□ Freelance screenwriters □ Consultants for Amazon Studios productions

Assessment method

□ Writers for BBC Radio

You will be assessed via coursework, including assessments such as projects, portfolios, pitches and papers.

□ Producers on fiction podcast productions □ Lecturers at university level

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/writing-script-screen

Professional Writing MA

Department: School of Communication Course title: Professional Writing MA Location: Falmouth Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“The best thing about the Professional Writing MA course was the environment, to be surrounded by writers with different backgrounds and passions, to have the space to explore words and how we use them. It was a truly inspiring year that brought me personal and professional growth for which I will forever be grateful!” Madeleine Saaf, Professional Writing MA graduate and Editorial & Publishing Manager, Netflix

Develop the skills to forge a successful career in writing. You’ll learn to craft fiction, script and non-fiction, as well as magazine features and marketing copy for a range of competitive and fastmoving industries. Immerse yourself in the literary world as part of a lively community of fellow writers and visiting speakers. Learning from active professionals, you’ll develop skills like genre writing, narrative structure, research and self-promotion. Graduating with a portfolio and an accomplished working style, you’ll be primed to tackle the industry head-on.

Modules could include: □ Professional Contexts — you’ll create a portfolio of work, including blog posts, profiles, case studies and reviews that advertise who you are as an emerging writer □ Business & Editorial Writing — you’ll practise the key skills needed to write features for magazines, newspapers, online publications and businesses □ Non-Fiction — you’ll develop a non-fiction project along with a portfolio of material ready to send to a literary agent or editor □ Novel — you’ll develop the skills, techniques and considerations you need to make to develop your own novel □ Scriptwriting — you’ll establish standards of professional practice, whether writing for audio, television or film

You will: □ Learn from our team of practising writers, publishers and editors, as well as from visiting industry professionals □ Develop the supporting skills you need to succeed as a writer, including how to pitch your ideas and build an online presence □ Benefit from our industry connections, including our Writers in Residence programme, which has featured Xan Brooks, Wyl Menmuir, Lionel Shriver and Matt Haig □ Experience the atmosphere of Falmouth, surrounded by creatives from a range of disciplines in a region rich with history and literature

Assessment method

Our graduates have worked as:

You’ll be assessed at the end of each module, based on portfolios of creative, critical and reflective writing, as well as presentations and pitches. The final assessment will be largely based on your extended creative project, accompanied by a contextual essay.

□ Novelists □ Copywriters □ Teachers □ Editors □ Journalists

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/professional-writing

Business and education

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The sky’s the limit for Codices 82

Tim Edwards is the founder of Codices, a company that has gone from strength to strength since its inception as part of the Falmouth’s global venture studio Launchpad. Tim had started up his own business before coming to Falmouth, but he found it really hard without support and investment. But then he discovered Launchpad. He felt more empowered to try new things and to think big once he joined the programme. Tim said, “On Launchpad – from day one – it’s about how to create a multi-million-pound business, which really shifts the focus from small business thinking.” His business, Codices, is a future-focused interaction platform that makes it easy for people to interact with online gameshows in the form of comments, questions and suggestions, as well as allowing broadcasters to easily make, manage and monetise live gameshows. As a part of the Launchpad programme, Tim was partnered with Amazon-owned company Twitch – the world’s leading live streaming platform for gamers. Codices’ popularity soared during the global Covid-19 pandemic. During lockdown, pubs, bars and other venues started using the tool to keep their weekly pub quizzes running, helping them to earn money and keep their customers engaged. It now serves more than 7,000 broadcasters and 2 million monthly viewers via Twitch.

Despite being motivated and believing in his idea, Tim was apprehensive of success in his business. He said, “I am quite ambitious, but I didn’t think we would do this well in the first few months.” The business has become so successful, that it recently secured $800,000 of seed funding, led by the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Investment Fund and Haatch Ventures, and expanded the team from just three members of staff to 11. It also picked up the award for the Best Start-Up at the annual Tech South West Awards, which celebrates the sector’s innovation, talent, creativity, entrepreneurship, business success, education, leadership and diversity. Tim doesn’t believe he would have had success like this without the support of Launchpad and that it’s given him the support and confidence to be bold. He said, “There is a lot of work involved in creating and managing your own business. But, for us, because we have big investors that believe in us, we have a lot of validation. It’s how we judge our success.”

Tim doesn’t see things slowing down anytime soon. Within a few years, he plans to create his own digital podium, instead of piggybacking on others. He said, “We have funding and investors now, which means we have money to look at new ideas and innovations in the business.”

There is a lot of work involved in creating and managing your own business. But, for us, because we have big investors that believe in us, we have a lot of validation. It’s how we judge our success.

Creative Events Management MA 84

Department: Cornwall Business School Course title: Creative Events Management MA/PGDip Location: Online Course duration: MA – 2 years part-time PGDip – 14 months part-time

“It was great to be able to do the assignments and combine them with my work. For instance, I did my sustainability audit on international publisher Carlsen’s paper usage.” Onna Rageth, Creative Events Management MA graduate

We know that events play a decisive role across business, culture and sport around the globe. We also know that they’re powerful social and political phenomena, rich with meaning. In our MA, we consider the design, management and impact of a wide range of events, from protests to festivals, sporting events and conferences. Our MA places sustainable development at the heart of management practice, and our focus on inclusive practice will empower you to create inspiring, responsible and accessible experiences for international and local audiences in both physical and digital spaces.

Modules could include: □ Principles of Event Management & Research — you’ll explore principles of concept development, business planning and finance, marketing theory, legal considerations and operational delivery □ Creative Practice in Event Design — you’ll learn key theories, concepts, techniques and considerations around event and experience design, such as audience flow and focal points, stage creation and construction and co-creation and collaboration □ Digital Futures for Events and Events Marketing — you’ll look at how the events industry can manage the challenges and opportunities posed by technological developments and the digital economy □ Sustainable Practice — you’ll look at the sustainability of events from a local, national and international perspective and identify fundamental sectoral issues

You will: □ Gain access to international events expertise paired with academic rigour □ Enhance your professional practice, creative perspectives and approaches, while critically evaluating current industry norms

Entry requirements

□ Gain certification as A Greener Festival Stage 1 Assessor on completion of the A Greener Festival Assessor Training course

□ Gain a certificate in Disability Equality Training for Live Events, accredited by Attitude is Everything

Our graduates have worked as:

□ Develop skills to design, plan, produce and manage events across the creative and corporate sectors

Assessment method

□ Managing Director, Waridi Events, a leading African corporate events management agency, Kenya

You’ll be assessed via written assignments, along with visual, verbal and written works tailored specifically to each module.

□ Senior Events Executive, Royal Society of Chemistry, UK □ Tourism & Leisure Research Associate, University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons, Switzerland

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/creative-events-management

Entrepreneurship MSc 86

Department: Cornwall Business School Course title: Entrepreneurship MSc Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“We are looking to develop future-proof entrepreneurs who are equipped to thrive and exploit future economies that are volatile, uncertain, chaotic and ambiguous. The MSc in Entrepreneurship has been developed to do exactly that.” Alex Hughes, Course Leader, Entrepreneurship MSc

Join our thriving ecosystem of creators, innovators and leaders to gain the practical skills you need to become an entrepreneur. While nurturing your talent for spotting opportunities and solving problems, you’ll be taught some of the most progressive methods in business by experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds. With an outstanding curriculum, a high-profile Guest Speaker Programme and links to big industry names, you’ll not only leave ready to develop your ideas and lead a team, but you’ll have built a strong entrepreneurial network to help back your business.

Modules could include: □ Design Thinking — you'll analyse some of the biggest problems in the world and learn how to develop impactful solutions □ Identifying Opportunities — you'll learn to identify viable business propositions and understand theories of opportunity management □ Leadership & Team Organisation — you'll discover what it takes to lead and be part of an effective, world-class founding team □ Digital Leadership — you'll consider how to compete and win in different markets by developing innovations □ Strategic Marketing — you'll discover how to devise a powerful digital marketing campaign and attract your chosen audience □ Financial Management — you'll think about how businesses work financially and which metrics to consider when evaluating your company's health

You will: □ Develop an understanding of the practice and theory of entrepreneurship, contextualised via various theoretical lenses and practical experience

□ Work-based project – the culmination of your course, which will lead to the development of your business plan

□ Galvanise your team working skills, and understand what it takes to build a world-class founding team □ Learn about the various areas of business, such as finance, marketing, innovation, lean product development, strategy, project management, and see how they connect □ Understand the process of developing a start-up business from inception through to investment

Assessment method You'll be given a series of academic assessments directly related to your business, including market research, a project plan, business plan and investor pitch deck.

Entry requirements We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:1 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject. For full entry requirements, go to page 102.

Our graduates could become: □ CEOs / CTOs / CFOs /founders □ Consultants □ Senior managers and executives in a variety of industries □ PhD researchers

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/entrepreneurship

Launchpad (with Entrepreneurship MSc) 88

Department: Cornwall Business School Course title: Launchpad (with Entrepreneurship MSc) Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

"Launchpad has given us the financial stability, business expertise and the contacts we needed." Rob Sanders, Launchpad graduate and Co-founder of Glas Data

Launchpad is where extraordinary individuals come to accelerate their ideas, gain vital business and entrepreneurial skills, develop viable start-ups and bring them to market. By combining the talents of software engineers, digital creatives and business people, the programme challenges people to meet global problems with smart, sustainable technology-based solutions. The Launchpad venture studio poses people with exciting challenges from strategic industry partners. Previous organisations have included the likes of Hitachi and Sony Interactive Entertainment. We'll not only support you to develop your own high-growth business while you study on this fully-funded course, we'll also co-invest to help maximise this opportunity.

Modules could include: □ Managing Opportunities — you'll learn how to identify opportunities and build them into powerful value propositions □ Design Thinking — you'll analyse the art of re-framing 'wicked problems', with a view to creating truly powerful solutions □ Leadership and Team Development — you'll develop an effective organisational culture for your firm □ Financial Management for Entrepreneurs — you'll gain the tools and frameworks to understand your business fiscally □ Marketing Strategy — you'll develop your own 'marketing playbook', allowing you to communicate prescriptively with your audience □ Digital Leadership — you'll learn how to compete and win in the market by developing innovative products and services □ Practice-Based Project — your studies will culminate by launching your product to market

Entry requirements

You will: □ Collaborate with a strategic partner on an identified market opportunity

□ Have the opportunity to leave with a stake in an market validated venture

Our graduates could become:

□ Build a network of industry connections

□ CEOs / CTOs / CFOs /founders

□ Study Entrepreneurship MSc

□ Consultants

□ Receive a stipend when you incorporate your business

□ Senior managers and executives in a variety of industries

Assessment method

□ PhD researchers

You'll be given a series of academic assessments directly related to your business, including market research, a project plan, business plan and investor pitch deck.

Launchpad is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund, Research England, and Cornwall Council.

falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/launchpad

Music Business MA

Department: AMATA Course title: Music Business MA Location: Penryn Campus Course duration: 1 year full-time

“This course offers the chance to work in the music business whilst you study. From artist management to music video, producing physical products like vinyl and cassettes, to merch production; this all happens in-house.” Simon Poole, Course Leader

Ready to shape the future of the music industry? From marketing and publishing to project management, you’ll develop the skills and expertise to work innovatively, ethically and sustainably in the world of contemporary music. Working with academics from the Academy of Music & Theatre Arts and the Cornwall Business School, you’ll explore new music business models and future-facing practice. Based in our purpose-built facilities – which include space for gigs, recording, rehearsals and business – you’ll be immersed in a hub of creativity and collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to develop projects with video makers, photographers, fashion designers, graphic designs, dancers and choreographers from across the University.

Modules could include: □ Byte Me — you'll examine online identity, digital marketing, engagement and promotion □ Show Me the Money — you'll look at the use and exploitation of intellectual property in the digital age, from the live sector to synchronisation □ Music Matters — you'll examine contemporary issues in the music business □ Collaboration — you'll develop your communication and project management skills, working on a collaborative project □ Taking Care of Business — building on the skills developed throughout the course, your study will culminate in a final project

You will: □ Gain skills in marketing, publishing, contracts and project management □ Be able to undertake industry-accredited short courses □ Learn from lecturers with a wealth of industry experience covering everything from merchandising, music video production and managing micro-labels to international touring and major festivals like Glastonbury

□ Develop critical thinking and creative problem solving skills and apply this to live music business projects

Our graduates could become:

□ Have the opportunity to interact with relevant music businesses, festivals, distributors and labels

□ Self-managed musicians

□ Have access to the University’s wide range of professional facilities, equipment and creative spaces

□ Part of the publishing, copyright and synchronisation sector □ Agents or managers □ Music supervisors

Assessment method

□ Digital marketers for the music business

You'll be assessed during each module, including written and practical elements as well as presentations and video content. In addition, you will receive regular verbal feedback on your progress throughout each module, via workshops and tutorials.

□ Artist and repertoire representatives

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PGCHE

Department: Fashion & Textiles Institute Course title: PGCHE Location: Online Course duration: 30 weeks part-time

“The PGCHE at Falmouth has informed and transformed my teaching in ways I never imagined. There is so much invaluable content aimed at online and blended modes of study, which I envisage will inform my career for years to come.” Carlos Garde-Martin, PGCHE graduate

Develop the expertise to support you within your role in both digital and face-to-face teaching and learning contexts. Engage with your peers and scholarship and develop as a creative, confident, competent and committed practitioner, able to learn from both your own work and examples of best practice. The PGCHE has been designed in consultation with education professionals and external bodies for professional teaching and learning practice, such as Advance HE. Gain the knowledge to be able to prepare applications for professional recognition from various professional bodies, for example Fellowship recognition (FHEA) from Advance HE.

You will: □ Push the limits of your practice by trying new initiatives and taking risks within a safe, supportive environment □ Become more confident in your practice and your ability to respond to the rapidly shifting HE sector and its growing emphasis on the student experience

Modules could include: □ Supporting Student Learning — you’ll investigate and apply a range of theories, concepts and practices of planning teaching, learning and assessment that are current in HE through a range of online and offline activities □ Developing Flexible Learning Environments — You’ll engage with the design, implementation and evaluation of use of technology to enhance learning as part of a blended or online learning approach

Entry requirements We welcome applications from those with relevant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience and a demonstrable interest in the subject. As part of the application process you will be asked to submit a description of your prior experience, motivations for studying the course and how you believe it will develop your career aspirations. You should also be able demonstrate previous and current practice of supporting students in Higher Education. As a guideline, we expect applicants to be able to evidence a minimum of 50 hours over the duration of the course.

□ Benefit from studying alongside peers from different countries, disciplines and backgrounds, allowing you to interact with new perspectives

Our graduates have worked as:

□ Gain the confidence, knowledge and pedagogical fluency to effectively explain your approach to colleagues and students

□ Academic teaching staff working globally at all levels in Higher Education

□ Gain the knowledge and experience to be able to prepare applications for professional recognition from various professional bodies. e.g. a portfolio for Fellowship recognition (FHEA) from Advance HE in the UK

□ Support staff, technicians and managers working in a wide range of different ways to support student learning in HE

□ Gain an internationally-recognised qualification for teaching and learning in Higher Education

□ Entrepreneur educators developing and delivering innovative new forms of HE provision in different global markets

Assessment method

□ Learning designers working in different HE providers to support and develop digital learning

You'll be assessed via written assignments where you'll design and critically evaluate your curriculum, along with work-based assignments where you'll apply pedagogical scholarship and best practice to develop your own teaching and learning. falmouth.ac.uk/postgraduate/pgche

Research and innovation at Falmouth University is built on the principle of open innovation — the idea that the grand challenges of our age can be addressed most effectively when tackled collaboratively across disciplinary boundaries. Researchers at Falmouth apply ideas and methodologies derived from the creative industries to tackle real-world challenges in a wide range of sectors. Their creative and innovative approaches are enabling new knowledge, solutions, services and products that have a tangible impact in the world.

Research at Falmouth

As a research student, you’ll join a dynamic research culture that drives the University’s academic profile and underpins its contribution to economic, social and cultural advancement. Research and innovation are central to Falmouth’s identity as a global creative university, and interdisciplinary research is positively encouraged in everything we do.

You’ll engage in a programme of independent research and/or creative work, with guidance from your supervisors. You’ll also undertake training in research methods and attend a series of seminars on research in your field, while taking part in workshops on topics such as preparing a research proposal, along with presentation and writing skills. If your research is practice-led, your creative work can form a significant part of your intellectual enquiry and contribute to your final thesis, alongside a written component.

Research can be carried out in any field of study that aligns to one or more of our 11 research programmes, and one of the following research themes:

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Digital Economy Design Thinking Creative Connected Communities

Our research programmes are: □ Creative Industries Futures □ Dark Economies

Duration of study Full-time □ PhD: Maximum length 4 years □ MPhil: Maximum length 3 years Part-time □ PhD: Maximum length 8 years □ MPhil: Maximum length 6 years

□ Design for Health & Wellbeing □ Digital Creativity □ Digital Entrepreneurship & Financial Innovation □ Inequality & Storytelling □ Environmental Futures □ MetaMakers □ Multigenerational Living & Learning □ Pedagogy Futures Why study here? □ Y ou’ll be immersed in a hub of innovation, where creativity, collaboration and bold ideas are championed □ Our cross-institutional programme enables researchers in all fields to share their work and ideas, meaning that your supervision team is likely to be drawn from more than one discipline □ 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 □ Earn a PhD or MPhil, awarded through our partnership with University of the Arts London

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PhD student Jerry Padfield is harnessing emerging technologies to increase diversity, strengthen communities and boost people's mental health all at the same time.

Transforming through technology

As a former musician, Jerry has always believed in the power of music. As a studio manager for Falmouth’s own radio station Source FM, Jerry saw that many people gained a greater connection to their community, a boost of confidence and improved mental health from getting involved with broadcasting. However, the majority of people he trained tended to be middle-aged and male.

He set about identifying barriers to participation for other sections of the community – especially women and young people – and found a wide range of issues, including accessibility, lack of childcare, the cost of travel to a studio and the worry of working in a maledominated atmosphere. This led Jerry to investigate the possibility of making and presenting shows from home. Using emerging technology such as WebRTC, which allows peer to peer audio connections via a web page, Jerry has developed a software application to enable people to broadcast from their own homes.

We’ve learnt from the Covid experience that working online is going to be used a lot more – especially in situations where it enables diversity and increased participation.

Jerry said, “We’ve learnt from the Covid experience that working online is going to be used a lot more – especially in situations where it enables diversity and increased participation.” Putting this into practice, Jerry worked in partnership with mental health and wellbeing charity Cornwall Mind to create the ‘A Space to Speak Your Mind’ radio show and podcast. The project works with people who have a lived experience of mental health, giving them the training and access needed to create and produce a monthly podcast and radio show talking about mental health related topics. Jerry explained, “The benefits are twofold. The people working on the show – some of which experience various mental health issues from anxiety and depression to eating disorders – have seen a real improvement in their own mental wellbeing, all while providing an invaluable resource for their community.” Jerry continued, “There are so many benefits to being involved with, or simply listening to community radio stations. They not only help you feel part of a community, they make you feel like a valued part of your community. “And with ‘A Space to Speak Your Mind’, it’s a safe space where we can start breaking down taboos around mental health issues. We all have mental health and we need to maintain it.” Since the programme’s inception it has raised more than £7,000 of funding and now employs a part-time facilitator. It’s also being broadcast on a further two community stations in Cornwall and was shortlisted for a Community Radio Award in the Community Development Project of the Year category. Jerry is keen for people to have the opportunity to replicate its success in other communities and plans to release the software as open source for free so that anyone can use it. He is studying under Falmouth’s Environmental Futures research programme, which challenges students to question how the creative industries can connect communities and cultures, and positively impact on people’s health, wellbeing and relationship to their environment.

To graduate from Falmouth means having access to professional development support for life.

Falmouth alumni

RealWORKS employability service Study at Falmouth and you'll have access to RealWORKS, our employability service, which works to ensure graduates thrive in the creative industries of the future and to showcase your transferrable skills to other high-growth sectors and emerging markets. Talent coaches can provide you with advice on launching your career, getting your next job, going freelance and even setting up your own business. Through our digitalfirst approach, you will have ready access to a wide range of online tutorials, workshops and employability toolkits, helping you achieve your next career step.

Networking and advice With expert lecturers, talented students and stronger than ever links to industry, you'll be able to build a brilliant network while studying at Falmouth. Through our Falmouth Connect alumni network, you will be able to view current job opportunities on our career portal Handshake, stay in touch with friends through our alumni group on LinkedIn, collaborate with industry on special projects, and register to attend workshops and alumni panel discussions that can provide advice throughout your career. Alumni benefits As an alumnus, you’ll also be able to benefit from special offers and opportunities, including digitally accessible career support, monthly alumni communications, subsidised sports centre membership, library access, exclusive talks and events, and accommodation deals. Employability is a lifelong journey, and we encourage our students to become a part of our active alumni community. falmouth.ac.uk/alumni alumni@falmouth.ac.uk

“Studying at Falmouth helped to pave the way towards launching my own award-winning business, by teaching me the fundamentals of professional practice and creativity in a competitive industry. It's great to share the success with other graduates and celebrate their accomplishments on the Falmouth Alumni social media groups.” Holly Challinor, Professional Writing MA graduate and Founder and Director of Cheshire Botanicals 99

At Falmouth, we know that a postgraduate degree is a big investment, but it’s also a worthwhile one. That’s why we make every effort to help you finance your studies, with information, advice and a flexible payment plan.

Fees and finance

On-campus masters degree, UK Architecture March: £9,250 Communication Design MA: £8,950 Creative Advertising MA: £8,950 Entrepreneurship MSc: £9,900 Film & Television MA: £9,900 Game Art MA: £8,950 Game Design MA: £8,950 Illustration: Authorial Practice MA (full-time): £9,900 Illustration: Authorial Practice MA (part-time, per year): £4,950 Launchpad with Entrepreneurship MSc: £N/A (fully-funded) Music Business MA: £9,900 Professional Writing MA: £8,950 Prosthetic Effects MA: £10,900

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On-campus masters degree, International Architecture March: £19,300 Communication Design MA: £17,460 Creative Advertising MA: £17,460 Entrepreneurship MSc: £19,300 Film & Television MA: £19,300 Game Art MA: £17,460 Game Design MA: £17,460 Illustration: Authorial Practice MA (full-time): £19,300 Illustration: Authorial Practice MA (part-time, per year): £9,650 Launchpad with Entrepreneurship MSc: £N/A (fully-funded) Music Business MA: £19,300 Professional Writing MA: £17,460 Prosthetic Effects MA: £19,900 Flexible master’s degree, in total Please note, these are 2021/2022 fees, which will be updated in September 2021. MA Fees £11,300 PG Dip £7,600 PGCHE £3,150 Research degrees, UK per year Full-time Research PhD £4,950 Part-time Research PhD £2,475 Writing Up Fee £300 Research degrees, international full-time research, per year Full-time Research PhD £16,000 Part-time Research PhD £8,000 Writing Up Fee £300

It’s worth remembering that in addition to the tuition fees, you’ll also have some additional costs while you’re studying. These vary depending on your course, but typically include materials or equipment and expenses related to study trips and placements. Some costs are optional and our Student Funding team can advise whether you might be eligible. Postgraduate Master's Loan You could be eligible for a Postgraduate Master's Loan from the UK Government. Available on a non-means-tested basis to UK and EU students, the maximum loan amount for courses taking place after on or after August 2021 is £11,570. 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 25%, depending on the course. If eligible, the Finance team will automatically apply the discount once you enrol on your course. Find out more Head to the website or contact us for more details: falmouth.ac.uk/student-funding/postgraduate +44 (0)1326 213744/255159 studentfunding@falmouth.ac.uk

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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 will consider a range of qualifications and relevant experience.

Entry requirements

On-campus master’s degrees We welcome applications from those with relevant Level 6 qualifications, or relevant equivalent experience, and a demonstrable interest in their subject.

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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, which is called 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. APL applicants using experience to apply should note there is a £200 application fee for entry with advanced standing or with exemption from specific modules or credit. If English isn’t 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 that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. 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 about study visas or suitable language tests.

Online master’s degrees You should have an honours degree or Level 6 equivalent qualification, however candidates without a degree or formal qualification are still encouraged to apply. If English isn’t your first language we accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. This includes the TOEFL IBT (minimum overall score of 88 with at least 21 in all four components); and Pearson (minimum overall score of 60 with at least 55 in all four components).

Research degrees The normal minimum entry requirement for a place on the research degree at Falmouth University is an upper second class honours (2:1) degree of a British university or 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 to be a particularly valuable preparation for the academic and intellectual demands of an MPhil or PhD. In some instances, we will consider applicants without the minimum academic requirement as outlined above for a place on the Research degree if you are able to demonstrate appropriate alternative qualifications or relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language, you will normally need to demonstrate that you are suitably proficient in English before we can enrol you on the research degree. You can do this by providing evidence of one of the following: a recent Falmouth-approved English Language Test (ELT) score which meets the University’s requirements for the research degree: either an IELTS minimum overall test result score of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and with no other component score lower than 6.0, or an equivalent test score. Each applicant is assessed on an individual basis and if you are offered a place on the research degree, then depending on your level of English language proficiency as demonstrated through your application form and interview, we will inform you whether we will require a new IELTS result before you can begin your PhD studies. Please be aware that we can no longer accept TOEFL test results for this purpose.

International qualifications Get in contact for more information regarding equivalent international qualifications and Accreditation of Prior Learning: +44 (0)1223 447713 international@falmouth.ac.uk 103

It’s easy to apply to one of our postgraduate courses via our Online Application Portal. Follow the steps below to help your application run smoothly. You can submit an application for all postgraduate courses at any time. However, we advise you to apply early because we allocate places as applications are received and an early application will increase your chances of qualifying for any bursaries or scholarships on offer.

Master’s degrees and postgraduate diplomas Whether you’re planning to joining 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)

How to apply

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

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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

Research degrees We’ll help you through each step of applying for a research degree at Falmouth:

1. Check that you meet the entry requirements 2. Choose your application route. You can either apply by:

• Responding directly to a Falmouth Doctoral Project brief • Submitting a project idea of your own 3. Make sure that your project idea is strategically aligned with one of our research programmes

4. Download, complete and submit your Expression of Interest form

5. Meet your assigned director of studies 6. Start looking at funding options 7. Prepare, complete and submit your formal application 8. For more detailed guidance and access to the appropriate forms, head to the website:

falmouth.ac.uk/research/phd-mphil/how-to-apply

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Whether you plan on studying with us online or on one of our stunning campuses, it’s a good idea to get the lay of the land. Visit virtually Head to the website to get a in-depth view of Falmouth. You’ll be able to find more information on your chosen course, your lecturers and how you’ll study. Join one of our Virtual Open Days, tailored to the subjects you’re interested in before taking a virtual tour to check out our world-class facilities, picture yourself in one of our halls of residence and wander around Falmouth town. If you’re thinking of studying online, you can also join one of our Online Learning Experience webinars, where we’ll answer all your questions about our digital learning environment, how you’ll study and our online community.

Start now Scan the QR code to start your virtual visit now, or head to: falmouth.ac.uk/experience

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Book onto one of our Open Days, Open Campus Days or Campus Tours and we’ll give you a deeper insight into our courses, the chance to get advice on things like funding and applications, and a glimpse into student life.

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You can explore our departments and have informal discussions with staff and students about living and studying here. falmouth.ac.uk/experience/open-days-visiting-us

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