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When to apply
On-time applications
You can access Apply from the CUKAS website from early July onwards to make an online application for admission in September of the next year (for instance, you may apply in July 2010 for entry in September 2011).
If you apply by 1 October (midnight UK time), your application is 'on time' and all your chosen conservatoires will consider you.
Late applications
2011 entry
If you apply between 2 October 2010 and 31 August 2011 (midnight UK time), we will still process your application and send it to your chosen conservatoires. Your application will, however, be 'late' and the conservatoires may not be able to consider you. After 1 February 2011, you must contact the conservatoires about vacancies before you apply.
After 31 August 2011 (midnight UK time), you cannot make an online application through CUKAS in the application cycle for 2011 entry. If you want to apply after 31 August you must contact the conservatoires for advice.
2010 entry
If you apply between 2 October 2009 and 31 August 2010 (midnight UK time), we will still process your application and send it to your chosen conservatoires. Your application will, however, be 'late' and the conservatoires may not be able to consider you. After 1 February 2010, you must contact the conservatoires about vacancies before you apply.
After 31 August 2010 (midnight UK time), you cannot make an online application through CUKAS in the application cycle for 2010 entry. If you want to apply after 31 August you must contact the conservatoires for advice.
Deferred applications
You cannot apply for deferred entry. However, when considering applications, conservatoires can offer deferred places for the following year's entry in response to a request from you, or after obtaining your agreement.
If you receive a conditional offer in the 2011 cycle for a deferred place to start at a conservatoire in 2012, you must meet the conditions of the offer by 31 August 2011 unless an alternative date is set by the conservatoire.