Many creative courses ask for a portfolio or digital task. Check your UAL course page and use UAL’s portfolio advice resources.

UAL sets course‑specific English requirements and accepts several tests (e.g., IELTS). If you’re slightly short, Pre‑sessional English may help you meet the level.

Undergraduate: UCAS equal‑consideration deadline for 2026 entry is 14 January 2026, 18:00 UK time; always check UCAS for current cycle dates. Postgraduate: UAL runs two main application rounds (typically December and March) then accepts until courses fill. Important dates: Main intake: September; some programs have January starts (see Term Dates)