Pearson Edexcel GCSE Music: February 2026 update
Read the latest information on Edexcel GCSE Music, including key dates and latest news.
Summer 2026 Entry Deadline
The entry deadline for UK centres for summer 2026 is 21 February 2026. Late entries will be charged from 22 February, so make sure that you don't miss this deadline.
The entry deadline for international centres 21 March 2026, with late entries being charged from 22 March.
Read more information about exam entries
The entry code for GCSE Music is 1MU0. However, there are some option codes for any students resitting the qualification who wish to carry forward marks from the previous series.
| Entry code | Option | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 1MU0 |
|
Music Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising |
| 1MU0 | AT | Music Component 1: Performing (Transferred from previous series) Component 2: Composing Component 3: Appraising |
| 1MU0 | BT | Music Component 1: Performing Component 2: Composing (Transferred from previous series) Component 3: Appraising |
| 1MU0 | CT | Music Component 1: Performing (Transferred from previous series) Component 2: Composing (Transferred from previous series) Component 3: Appraising |
Music and Drama Education Expo
Come and see us at the Music and Drama Education Expo! The Expo is being held at the Business Design Centre, London on 12 and 13 February 2026. Registration is free and you can book your place online. We will have stand B90 at the Expo. If you've got any questions or want to chat about the future of Music qualifications please come and see us.
I will also be delivering a session with Paul Webster at 10.15am on Thursday 12 February at the Expo in the Exhibitor Showcase Theatre. The session topic is The future of Key Stage 4 and 5 qualifications in Music, Drama and Performing Arts.
Ofqual consultation for onscreen assessment
Ofqual has launched a consultation on proposals for how onscreen assessment should be regulated in GCSEs, AS and A levels in England. Whilst they propose a controlled introduction of onscreen assessment, pen-and-paper will remain central to most exams.
As teachers working directly with students, you understand their needs and the challenges this proposal may present.
Your opinion counts. The consultation closes on 5 March 2026.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 21 February 2026 | Deadline for entries in the June 2026 exam series |
| 15 May 2026 | Final date for submission of coursework marks and moderation samples |
| 5 June 2026 | Component 3: Appraising exam |
Subject advisor
Jeffery Hole
Music and Music Technology
