Opportunities in and near St Austell

The Falmouth University Travel Fund helps eligible prospective students cover the cost of travelling to visit the University. It is aimed at individuals facing financial hardship and supports attendance at key recruitment events such as Open Days, Offer Holder Days, on-campus interviews, regional interviews, and campus tours. Eligible visitors must be UK residents who have studied at a state school, sixth form, college or academy in the UK and are applying for their first undergraduate degree. The fund is intended to widen participation and support students who are underrepresented in higher education, with eligibility linked to a range of access and contextual criteria. Claims are reimbursed after the visit, rather than paid in advance, and the amount depends on how far you travel from home. You can claim once per visit, with a maximum of one claim per household, and awards are made on a discretionary, first-come, first-served basis while funding lasts. Applicants must book and attend an eligible event, then complete the online claim form at the event and submit it within five working days.

The University of Exeter Open Days give prospective students the chance to explore the university first-hand. Visitors can learn about degree programmes, support services and student life, while also getting a feel for the campuses and the wider university community. Across the day, attendees can join subject-specific sessions, hear general talks about applying and student life, browse information stands and take campus tours. Students will also have the chance to speak with academics and current students, helping them decide whether Exeter is the right place for their studies. The university also offers other ways to visit, including campus tours, virtual open day content and offer-holder visit days for applicants who already have an offer. Visitors can book in advance, and guests are welcome to attend many parts of the event alongside the prospective student.

A 3-day painting workshop focused on creating abstract landscapes using oil and cold wax. Participants will explore how cold wax adds body, transparency and depth to oil paint while also helping it dry faster, and will work in a relaxed seaside setting inspired by the Cornish landscape. The workshop includes a range of processes and techniques for recording shapes, colours and textures in a loose, expressive way. Attendees can expect to use photographs, books and natural materials, while also being encouraged to bring their own landscape-related source material if they wish. The tutor will share her own approach to using memory and imagination in painting. Over the three days, the workshop will cover abstraction, loosening your approach to paint, and working more freely and intuitively. There will be painting demonstrations, personalised support, experimentation with different tools and materials, and structured 1:1 mentoring. By the end, participants should have created around 15 paintings on paper and developed their creative practice further.

The University of Exeters Undergraduate funding and scholarships page summarises the range of financial support available to students arriving at university for the first time. The page explains merit-based scholarships and non-competitive bursaries to help those from lower household incomes, plus specialist schemes such as the Sanctuary Scholarship for asylum seekers and refugees, sports and choral scholarships, and targeted entrance awards for applicants with regional or school links. There is detailed information on means-tested awards such as the Access to Exeter Bursary (ATE) with household-income bands and annual payment amounts for 2026/27, care-leaver and estranged-student bursaries, travel scholarships (including study-abroad awards), and short-term hardship funding. The page also describes eligibility rules and application processes for specific awards (for example Entrance Scholarship criteria and how to request application forms). Additional support and services are referenced, including Disabled Students Allowance, travel and bus bursaries for Penryn Campus students, the Student Carers Travel Fund (maximum 400 per year) and contacts for enquiries (Student Information Desk / admissions-scholarships email addresses). The page is intended for prospective and incoming undergraduate students (including mature students) and signposts how entitlement is assessed and how to apply or request application forms.

The Truro Careers Fair is a one-day, in-person event bringing together local employers and jobseekers at The Alverton Hotel. Running from 10:00 to 14:00, the fair offers visitors the chance to meet hiring representatives across a wide range of sectors-including finance, education, IT, healthcare, hospitality, retail, manufacturing and more-so attendees can explore vacancies, speak directly to recruiters and learn about different career paths. The event is intended for people seeking new career opportunities or looking to hire, and it welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, experience levels and education stages. Rather than submitting online applications, visitors can use the fair to have face-to-face conversations with multiple organisations in one location, speeding up the recruitment or discovery process. The venue is the Grade II listed Alverton Hotel in Truro, which provides an accessible, central location for exhibitors and attendees. The UK Careers Fair organises similar events across the region; this listing is part of their South West collection.

Falmouth University's on-campus Open Day on 14 November 2026 (09:00-16:00) invites prospective undergraduate students to visit both Falmouth and Penryn campuses to explore facilities, meet academic staff and current students, and learn about courses, accommodation and student support. Registration desks open at 09:00; attendees are advised to arrive 30 minutes before their first booked session and to check which campus hosts their chosen course sessions. The event covers a wide range of undergraduate courses across creative, technical and business disciplines located across the two campuses (Falmouth Campus, Woodlane, Falmouth TR11 4RH; Penryn Campus, Treliever Road, Penryn TR10 9FE). Regular shuttle buses run between campuses and campus access information is provided; Penryn Campus parking is available and free on Saturdays, while Falmouth Campus has Blue Badge parking only. Support and travel information includes the Falmouth University Travel Fund (reimbursement for eligible UK residents meeting widening participation criteria), a 20% Great Western Railway Advanced Purchase discount code (FALOPENDAY26), and accessibility support (contact futurestudies@falmouth.ac.uk). Booking is via the university Open Days booking form.

Join a student-led or self-guided campus tour to explore the University of Exeter's grounds, buildings and key student areas across its three campuses. Student Ambassadors guide visitors around study spaces, sports facilities, social areas and main university buildings, welcoming questions and sharing first-hand experience of student life. Tours run regularly during term time with fewer dates during vacation periods; tour dates are published on the website approximately a month beforehand. Campus tours give an overview of the campus but do not include subject department visits or internal accommodation viewings. Self-guided and 360° virtual tours are available for visitors who prefer to explore at their own pace or cannot attend in person. The University has three campuses: Streatham and St Luke's (Exeter) and the Penryn Campus (near Falmouth, Cornwall). Penryn also runs Explore Postgraduate Cornwall events that combine a campus tour with opportunities to speak with Graduate School staff and students; details and booking links are provided on the campus tours webpages.

Falmouth University Undergraduate Open Days are on-campus events designed for prospective students to get a real taste of student life, meet academic staff and current students, explore facilities and find out about courses and how to apply. Events take place across Falmouth Campus and Penryn Campus; subject sessions, campus tours, study hubs and information points run throughout the day so you can join talks, drop-in sessions and guided tours relevant to the courses you are interested in. During an Open Day you can attend 30-minute talks on student accommodation, funding, applying to Falmouth, employability, wellbeing and support, plus subject-specific sessions delivered by course teams. Campus tours (typically 09:00-15:30) and subject drop-ins (e.g., Games, Computing, Drawing, 3D workshops) are available. Registration desks and information points are staffed to support accessibility needs and provide guidance throughout the day. Practical support is available: the Falmouth University Travel Fund can reimburse eligible UK residents for travel to Open Days (between £10 and £100 depending on distance), a free coach service runs to specific Open Day dates (for example 23 May 2026), and a GWR discount is promoted for Advanced Purchase train tickets. Book subject sessions at the time of booking and consult the Open Day Guide for full timetables and campus locations.

Visit Falmouth University's campuses and explore their professional-grade facilities at an on-campus Open Day. The event runs as an informal opportunity to see teaching spaces and specialist facilities, speak to academic staff, and meet current students to get a feel for undergraduate student life. The Open Day on Wed 25 Nov 2026 will be held between 12:00 and 17:00 on campus. Bookings for this Open Day will open soon; in the meantime you can register your interest using the university's online form and the admissions team will contact you when booking begins. If you have questions about attending an Open Day you can contact the admissions team by email at futurestudies@falmouth.ac.uk or by phone on +44(0)1326 254350.

Falmouth University offers bespoke, one-to-one, in-person campus tours at its Falmouth Campus and Penryn Campus. Tours are run on Wednesdays and Fridays and last approximately one hour. A Student Ambassador will guide you around campus grounds and buildings, showing professional facilities and learning spaces and answering questions about living and studying at Falmouth. Bookings are made via the online booking form on the Falmouth website. Visitors should select their preferred date, campus (Falmouth or Penryn) and time when booking. Bookings close one week in advance of each campus tour to allow the university to organise each bespoke visit. These tours are intended for prospective students and visitors considering studying at Falmouth and are an opportunity to get a feel for the university environment, facilities and student experience.

Falmouth University invites 13-16 year-olds of all abilities to join the National Saturday Club: Art & Design. The club offers practical, campus-based workshops that cover Drawing, Photography, Visual Arts, Games Art, Graphic Design, Animation and Printmaking. Sessions run every Saturday during term time and are free to attend. As a club member you will develop new skills, discover creative talents, learn from industry experts and build confidence. Members are expected to commit to attending each Saturday session throughout term time. Clubs culminate in an end-of-year trip to London where clubs from across the country showcase their work. To apply or find out more, prospective members should contact outreach@falmouth.ac.uk for an application form or register interest via the National Saturday Club page linked from the event. Applications are open for clubs starting October 2026 and are accepted through December (late applicants may be waitlisted).

Sutton Trust Pathways Programmes are progression-focused opportunities for eligible sixth-form students interested in exploring routes into higher education and professions. The programme is aimed at current Year 12 students in England and Wales, Year 13 students in Northern Ireland, or S5 students in Scotland who attend state-funded, non fee-paying schools or colleges. Applications are made through a simple online form. The process includes mostly yes/no questions plus a short personal statement of up to 300 words explaining your suitability and why you want to take part. The Sutton Trust says applications open in early September, with closing dates varying by programme and university. The page also explains that the programme can be delivered either in person or online. In-person applicants must live within a 90-minute commuting distance of the university, while online programmes are open to people across the country. Successful applicants are usually notified in autumn, and the programme typically launches later in the year.

The Practical Ethics and Responsibility Competition invites school students to explore a real ethical issue and think critically about the role responsibility plays in addressing it. Entrants take part by creating a video that explains an ethical problem and presents their ideas on how responsibility is involved. The competition is designed to encourage discussion, reflection and careful argument, while giving young people a chance to develop communication and analysis skills. It is open across the UK to teams of school students in the relevant year groups. Entries are judged, and the top five teams are invited to the final in Oxford. The organisers provide travel costs for all participants, and accommodation costs for teams travelling more than two hours from Oxford. Finalist schools receive a cash prize, making the competition both an academic challenge and a recognised opportunity for students interested in ethics and public debate.

U2 Tuition’s Mock Interview Day is a full-day preparation event for aspiring Medicine, Biomed, Veterinary and Dentistry applicants. The programme is designed to help students build confidence before real university interviews by practising the kinds of stations commonly used in medical and related admissions processes, including role-play, ethics, data interpretation and motivation questions.

The day combines an introductory interview session with an interview skills workshop, helping participants understand the role of interviews in admissions and how to approach them effectively. Students are then given personalised practice with medical, veterinary and dentistry experts, allowing them to experience realistic questioning under timed conditions and to work on communication, reasoning and professionalism.

Participants also receive detailed oral feedback after each interview, plus written feedback reports sent by email. A personalised timetable is shared nearer the event, and the format is designed to be flexible for different commitments and for international students. It is aimed at applicants who want structured, realistic practice before their actual MMI or interview day.

U2 Tuition’s Mock Interview Day is designed for students preparing for Medicine, Biomed, Veterinary and Dentistry interviews. The event focuses on helping applicants build confidence, improve their interview technique, and respond more clearly under pressure through realistic, subject-specific practice.

The day includes an introductory interview session and an Interview Skills Workshop, followed by two personalised 1-1 mock interviews and a small group interview with different subject experts. Questions are based on real interview-style scenarios and may cover scientific interpretation, ethics, role-play, and communication.

Participants receive detailed oral feedback after each interview, plus written feedback reports by email that highlight strengths, areas for improvement, and extra questions for further practice. A customised timetable is shared closer to the event, and flexible timing options are available to suit different commitments and international locations.

Immerse Education’s Publication Research Pathway is an online, tutor-led research programme for ambitious students who want to produce an advanced academic project and work towards publication. Participants develop an undergraduate-level research paper on a topic of their choice, with 1:1 guidance from a subject expert and support from the Immerse Online Team throughout the process.

The programme is designed around flexible online delivery, with bespoke start dates and a format that fits around the student’s schedule. It includes publication support aimed at an international high school research journal, detailed feedback on the final submission, and regular coaching to help students strengthen their research, writing, and study skills.

Students can expect a highly personalised experience that focuses on independent academic development, university preparation, and building confidence in research at a higher level. The pathway also offers a certificate of attendance and UCAS points on accredited completion, making it a strong option for students looking to enhance their university applications.

Immerse Education’s Online Research Pathway USA Accredited is an online research programme for motivated high school students aged 14-18. Participants work on an undergraduate-level academic research project in a subject of their choice, with the support of a personal tutor from a prestigious university. The programme is designed to strengthen academic research, writing, and independent study skills while preparing students for future university applications.

The USA Accredited version is delivered online over 15 hours and includes 1:1 sessions with a subject expert. Students complete a full-length research paper that is independently assessed, and they receive guidance throughout the process from tutors with experience at Oxford, Cambridge, or Ivy League universities. The pathway is also presented as a flexible option, with bespoke start dates and online sessions running throughout the year.

Alongside the academic experience, participants can gain US College Credit through a partner organisation, and the pathway also offers a certificate of attendance and UCAS points. Students may also have opportunities to publish their research with Immerse, receive detailed tutor feedback, and present their work at the Immerse Online Symposium.

Immerse Education’s UK Accredited Online Research Pathway is an online academic programme for high school students who want to strengthen their research, writing, and study skills. Participants complete an undergraduate-level research project on a topic of their choice, working online with a personal tutor from Oxford, Cambridge, or another prestigious university.

The accredited version is designed for students aged 14 to 18 and includes 1:1 supervision, tailored subject support, and a structured research experience delivered over 15 hours. Students can choose from a wide range of subjects and work towards a substantial academic paper that is independently assessed.

This pathway is aimed at ambitious students preparing for university applications and looking to build stronger academic credentials. Successful participants receive a certificate of attendance and 8 UCAS points, with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in presenting, publishing, and developing work at university level.

Immerse Education’s Online Research Pathway Classic is an online academic research programme for students aged 13–18 who want to strengthen their research, writing, and independent study skills. Participants work on an undergraduate-level project in a subject of their choice, with personalised 1:1 support from an expert tutor. The experience is designed to be flexible, with online delivery and bespoke start dates, so students can fit the programme around other commitments.

The Classic pathway focuses on building a full-length research project that is assessed by a tutor and supported through daily contact time when needed. Students can choose from a wide range of subjects, develop a specialism, and receive detailed feedback on their submission. The programme also offers the chance to publish research with Immerse, and participants complete the pathway with a certificate of completion.

TY ONLINE is a Trinity Walton Club STEM@UNIVERSI-TY programme for Transition Year students who want college-level challenge in a flexible online format. It brings together key areas of STEM in a structured course that helps students deepen their understanding, build confidence, and strengthen their TY portfolio.

The programme includes weekly live online meetups on Thursdays, with preparation required ahead of each session. Learning focuses on Physics, Design Engineering, and Computer Science & Statistics, blending core concepts with real-world application and problem solving. Students also complete assignments, group work reflections, poster work, and presentations as part of the assessment process.

Alongside the online learning, the course includes optional on-campus Saturday afternoon experiences that are strongly encouraged and linked to the online modules. Participants are awarded a grade and a certificate, making the course both academically rewarding and valuable for future study and career exploration.