Explore Your Future at Falmouth Marine School

From building boats and engineering marine systems to studying our oceans and working in the watersports industry, Falmouth Marine School can help turn your passion for the sea into a career.

Whether you’re in Year 10, Year 11, exploring your next step after school, looking for an apprenticeship, seeking to develop your skills, or considering a career change, our Open Event is the perfect opportunity to discover what makes Falmouth Marine School unique.

Courses Available at Falmouth Marine School

Boatbuilding

Marine Engineering

Marine Science

Watersports (not a taster activity)

Who Should Attend?

Our Open Events are designed primarily for school leavers exploring their post-16 options, but are also suitable for adults interested in apprenticeships, professional development, higher-level courses or a new career within the marine industry.

What to Expect

Join us for an interactive Open Event where you can:

Meet tutors, staff and current students

Explore our specialist facilities and workshops

Take a campus tour

Learn about apprenticeships, progression routes and career opportunities

Ask questions about courses, applications, support and student life

Student Taster Activities

Students aged 14+ can take part in practical, hands-on taster activities during the event, giving you the opportunity to experience life at Falmouth Marine School and try out subject areas before applying.

Taster activities are available in:

Boatbuilding

Marine Engineering

Marine Science

Please note: taster activities are included as part of the Open Event and do not need to be booked separately. Watersports will be available to discuss with staff but does not form part of the taster activities.

While students take part in activities, parents, carers and guests are invited to explore the campus, tour our specialist facilities, meet tutors, and ask questions about courses, apprenticeships, progression routes and student life.

Why Choose Falmouth Marine School?

⚓ Specialist maritime campus with a friendly and supportive community

⚓ Strong links with marine and maritime employers

⚓ Industry-standard workshops, laboratories and training facilities

⚓Apprenticeship, higher education and employment pathways

⚓Opportunities to progress into careers in boatbuilding, marine engineering, marine science and watersports

Planning Your Visit

Arrival

Please arrive at 10:00am for morning events or 5:00pm for evening events and sign in at reception.

How Do I Get There?

Click here for directions and a campus map: https://falmouthmarineschool.ac.uk/locations/falmouth-marine-school/#contact (https://falmouthmarineschool.ac.uk/locations/falmouth-marine-school/#contact)

We have limited parking on site, but several public car parks are available nearby, including Town Quarry Car Park, Quarry Hill, Falmouth, TR11 2BX.

Can Parents and Carers Come Along?

Absolutely. Parents, carers, family members and guests are welcome to attend, explore the campus, and speak with staff throughout the event.

Booking Information

Please book one ticket for the prospective student only.

Parents, carers, family members and guests are welcome to attend and do not require a ticket.

Discover Your Future at Falmouth Marine School

Come and explore our facilities, meet our team, experience hands-on activities, and find out how Falmouth Marine School can help you turn your passion for the marine industry into an exciting future career.

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