24th January 2025
Tired of the usual university courses? Cornwall College University Centre offers a range of specialist degrees that are as exciting as they are educational.
Imagine your university experience being shaped by Cornwall’s breath-taking coastlines, vibrant ecosystems and adventure-filled opportunities. 
Whether it’s riding waves, studying marine life or managing sports, we have some of the most unique experiences for students looking to study in Cornwall, with campuses at Newquay, the Eden Project, Falmouth, Camborne and more.
Dive into the science and business of surfing with FdSc Surf Science, a course that blends environmental science, business and surf technology. You’ll study wave formation, beach management and the global surf industry. Field trips to Cornwall’s iconic surf spots and partnerships with leading surf brands will put you right in the centre of the action.
If you love adventure sports and the outdoors, FdSc Coastal Adventure might be the course for you, exploring adventure sports management and marine ecosystems. Applicants explore a range of coastal activities, including coasteering, kayaking and climbing, while learning about coastal ecosystems and their conservation. It’s ideal for anyone interested in outdoor leadership or environmental education.
If engineering or superyachts are your passion, then a HND/FdSc in Professional Superyacht Engineering could open up a world of adventure. Including a period of sea-going study – along with a mixture of academic modules and commercial qualifications from the Royal Yachting Association and the Maritime Coastguard Agency – you’ll gain all the skills you’ll need to work within the maritime sector.
Our FdA International Golf Management is the ideal course for golf enthusiasts, exploring the ins and outs of managing world-class golf courses. From course design, turf management, hospitality and event planning, the course explores the context of global golf tourism. With a third of the during of the course taught in Portugal, you’ll access support from industry experts and gain both theoretical knowledge and real-life experience.
Love the natural world? Learn to protect the things you love with our brand-new MSc in Conservation Project Management. This is the first master’s programme to be specifically designed around the Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation, equipping you with all the conservation project design and management skills you need.
If marine conservation is your thing, then our Marine Biology courses in Newquay are a unique opportunity for ocean lovers to study marine ecosystems, conservation strategies and the latest in sustainable practices. You’ll work on real-world projects like species monitoring, underwater surveying and habitat restoration, all while enjoying Cornwall’s unique coastal environment.
The world-renowned Eden Project provides the inspirational backdrop for our degree-level Ecologist apprenticeship and our MSc in Land and Ecological Restoration. Working alongside Eden’s expert horticulturalists, you’ll learn the skills and techniques needed to rise to the challenge of restoration activities in a range of different environments.
Passionate about animals and protecting their habitats? Our BSc Hons in Applied Zoology and Conservation offers a mix of zoology, ecology and practical conservation techniques. Working on wildlife reserves and with our partners at Newquay Zoo, studying endangered species and developing strategies for preserving biodiversity are just some of the exciting projects you’ll get a chance to work on.
Or, if you are interested in helping people by becoming a fully trained counsellor, our we have a range of full and part-time counselling qualifications to help you change or progress your career. We even offer a brand-new FdSc in Counselling Psychology with Criminology, which can give you an excellent grounding within the fields of criminal justice, forensic psychology or social policy.
With specialist courses designed to springboard you into a successful career, tailored support, amazing locations and a range of partnerships – including the Eden Project, Newquay Zoo, Turn to Starboard, Blue Reef Aquarium – studying at Cornwall College University Centre is an experience like nowhere else.
Start your journey today and explore these one-of-a-kind courses at Cornwall College: cornwall.ac.uk/university/
