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    The UCAS Conservatoires application process

    Everything you and your child needs to know is explained step-by-step, but here we’ll highlight the most important things to consider.

    How it all works

    Getting started explains the various things your child needs to know:

    • firstly deciding what type of undergraduate or postgraduate conservatoire course to study
    • the main application deadlines are in October and January, depending on the course
    • up to six courses can be chosen, to increase the chance of getting a place

    Find a course to see in-depth information is listed about conservatoire courses:

    • how to choose between similar courses and conservatoires
    • what the entry requirements and course fees are for each course
    • when the application deadline is for each course

    Our applying and tracking your application advice explains how to complete an application and check its progress, including:

    • what information will need to be provided
    • how to write a personal statement
    • how to respond to offers and exam results

    Finance and support explores student finance and any individual needs applicants have:

    • how to apply to the government for a student loan
    • what further financial support is available
    • support on campus and accessibility

    International and EU parents

    Throughout the website you will see notes like this one pointing out parts of the application process which are different for international applicants. Most of the process is the same, but there are extra considerations like matching international qualifications to the UK equivalents, and arranging visas.