Pearson A level Music and Music Technology: April 2026 update
Read the latest information on Edexcel A level Music and Music Technology, including key dates and latest news.
You will need to submit the completed PAS or CAS forms for music or the logbooks for music technology.
Ofqual Blog - Talking to students about AI in coursework: why the conversation matters
Ofqual has published a new blog highlighting the importance of open, honest conversations with students about the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in coursework.
AI tools are now part of everyday life for many young people. But it’s important that students understand where the boundaries are. Using AI to generate coursework without proper disclosure is cheating, and the consequences can be serious - including the loss of a qualification.
The blog is designed to help you start those conversations with confidence. It includes:
A ready‑to‑use lesson plan to support classroom discussion about AI and assessed work. A senior leadership team briefing pack to help schools and colleges develop a clear, whole‑school approach to AI in coursework.
Together, these resources can help ensure students are informed, supported and clear about expectations - before assessment pressures begin
UCAS admissions consultation
We know many of our centres and students use the UCAS application service, when applying to Higher Education in the UK. We wanted to let you know that UCAS are currently consulting on the operation of the UCAS undergraduate admissions cycle, including:
- the number of initial choices a student can make
- the firm and insurance choice
- application deadlines, including the early (October) deadline and January Equal Consideration Date.
This is an opportunity for you to have your say. You can find out further details about the consultation and respond on the UCAS website. The deadline to respond is 18:00 (UK time) on 22 April 2026.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 1 April 2026 | Component 2: Composing - Briefs Assessing Technique briefs released |
| 15 May 2026 | Final date for submission of Components 1 and 2 |
| 8 June 2026 | Component 3: Appraising exam |
| 12 August 2026 | Restricted release of results to centres |
| 13 August 2026 | Results released to learners |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 15 May 2026 | Final date for submission of Components 1 and 2 |
| 22 May 2026 | Component 3: Listening and analysing exam |
| 3 June 2026 | Component 4: Producing and analysing exam |
| 12 August 2026 | Restricted release of results to centres |
| 13 August 2026 | Results released to learners |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 13 May 2026 | Component 3: Listening and analysing exam |
| 15 May 2026 | Final date for submission of Components 1 and 2 |
| 22 May 2026 | Component 4 Producing and analysing exam |
| 12 August 2026 | Restricted release of results to centres |
| 13 August 2026 | Results released to learners |
Subject advisor
Jeffery Hole
Music and Music Technology
