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1.4.2008
The Performance Centre - Enhancing the Creative Knowledge Base of Cornwall (University College Falmouth)
The ERDF Convergence Programme is supporting the construction of a new Performance Centre which will accommodate additional students and provide facilities for further courses following the merger of University College Falmouth and Dartington College of Arts.
The bulk of the investment has been used to provide new, specialist buildings including multi-purpose studios and performance venues for theatre, choreography and music at the Tremough Campus.
On 22 May 2009 the foundation stone was laid and the building is was opened in October 2010 accommodating a wide range of courses including Creative Music Technology, Dance Performance and Theatre Design & Production.
The Performance Centre receives £12,266,667 in ERDF Convergence investment, £3,000,000 from the South West RDA, £2,104,333 from University College Falmouth and £1,665,000 from the Higher Education Funding Council for England
“UCF is committed to the development of a creative and connected Cornwall, and is exploring numerous ways of supporting and growing business and stimulating employment opportunities in the region,” added Professor Carlisle. “As well as providing outstanding resources for teaching and learning, these stunning facilities are also available for hire at multiple rates, for a wide range of uses from community initiatives to corporate events.”
Professor Anne Carlisle, Rector, University College Falmouth
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For Further Information
University College Falmouth
Performance Centre wins Michelmores Eco Building award 2011
