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The deadline checker.
Creative deadlines are a mess: 1 October, 15 October, 14 January, or a school's own date entirely. Answer one question and get yours for 2027 entry.
The deadlines at a glance.
For 2027 entry. If the tool above is not loading, or you just want the quick version, here it is.
| Deadline | Applies to |
|---|---|
| 1 October 2026 | Most conservatoire music courses (UCAS Conservatoires) |
| 15 October 2026, 6pm | Most conservatoire and specialist drama, dance and musical theatre courses |
| Set by the school | Drama and dance schools that apply entirely outside UCAS |
| 14 January 2027, 6pm | Standard university creative courses on UCAS: art, design, fashion, film, photography, games, and most university music and drama degrees |
A guide, not gospel. Deadlines shift each cycle, so always confirm the exact date and time on ucas.com or the institution's own site before you rely on it.