Undergraduate academic requirements
- Successful completion of high school diploma
- 104 to 120 UCAS Tariff points
Program
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration3 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee19,950GBP
- Start dateSep
Program overview
What Falmouth University says about their program:
This is an acting degree for the contemporary performer. From the outset, you’ll be focusing on the in-depth training and practical techniques needed for stage, film, television and digital media, giving you the skills to succeed as a confident and versatile actor.
You’ll be encouraged to collaborate with other disciplines across our vibrant university community, broadening your acting repertoire. You could work with writers, filmmakers, game writers and artists to produce material that is engaging and unique; developing your individual voice as an actor through experimentation with different mediums.
You will be studying in professional-standard facilities – including a public performance venue – alongside a creative and collaborative community where you can combine practice and research, working with supportive industry professionals to help you prepare for a career in the performing arts.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- 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.
English proficiency
Undergraduate
- IELTS
6.0 (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL
80 overall with a minimum score of 18 in writing, listening, and reading and 20 in speaking
- PTE
55 (minimum 51 in all four components)
- Cambridge English Scale
169
- Trinity ISE II with Distinction in all four components
Postgraduate
- IELTS
6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL
90 overall with a minimum score of 19 in writing, listening, and reading and 21 in speaking
- PTE
60 (minimum 55 in all four components)
- Cambridge English Scale
176
- Trinity
ISE III with Pass in all four components
Additional tests such as WAEC, WASSCE, NECO English, LRN International, and KITE are accepted Please note the Home Edition and MyBest scores are not accepted.
English proficiency waivers
- International Baccalaureate (IB) minimum of 5 in standard level English or 4 in Higher Level English
- European Baccalaureate minimum grade of 7.0 in Advanced English Language 2 or a minimum grade of 7.5 in Advanced English Language 3
- IGCSE Undergraduate Grade C or above
- Minimum 2 years working in an English-speaking country
- Reference from an English teacher
English tests might not be required for students in countries where English is an official language. Please contact our advisors to get more information
Documents required
Undergraduate
- Application form
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma of previous studies
- Translations
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of passport
- Interview
- Portfolio (applicable to certain courses only)
Graduate
- Application form
- Academic transcripts
- Diploma of previous studies
- Translations
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of passport
- Personal statement
- Portfolio or writing sample (applicable to certain courses only)
- Two references
Fees and funding
Through the award of scholarships, Falmouth University aims to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence.
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
£19,950 per year
- Postgraduate tuition
£19,950 to £25,000 per program
Funding
Vice-Chancellor Scholarships
- Amount
£5,000 each
- Requirements
International students starting an undergraduate (full-time on-campus) degree.
International Talent Scholarships (Undergraduate)
- Amount
£2,000
- Requirements
15 scholarships for talented international undergraduates beginning in September 2026; full-time on-campus international fee-paying students.
Falmouth Foundation Awards
- Amount
£2,000
- Requirements
International fee status students joining a full-time on-campus taught undergraduate degree with integrated foundation year starting in September 2026.
Falmouth Pathway Awards
- Amount
£2,000
- Requirements
International fee status students joining a full-time on-campus taught undergraduate degree in September 2026 following successful study with an university partner.
EU Postgraduate Scholarship
- Amount
The award will reduce the fee payable to match the applicable Home fee for the course.
- Requirements
EU passport holders residing in the EU, applying for a full-time, on-campus taught Masters degree starting in September 2026
Postgraduate Country Awards
- Amount
£3,000
- Requirements
Residents of China, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Taiwan, Turkey, Thailand, or the USA joining a full-time, on-campus taught Masters degree starting in September 2026
Creativity in Everything Award
- Amount
£2,000
- Requirements
International fee-paying students joining a full-time, on-campus taught postgraduate creative course starting in September 2026
Sustainable Leader Award
- Amount
£3,000
- Requirements
New international postgraduate students joining a Masters in International Business Management or Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management at Cornwall Business School starting in September 2026
What is the cost of living near Falmouth University?
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £1,015 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £824 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £242 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £32 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £75 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £250 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £10 |
| Gym membership | £35 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for Falmouth University
Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.