How to apply

Explore your application timeline, frequently asked questions and what to expect after applying to Escape Studios.

A flow chart of the steps required to apply, from applying through UCAS, to submitting a portfolio, to making your firm choice in UCAS.

September 2025 applications are open. Ready to apply?

FAQs

You don't need any prior knowledge of particular software, but it helps if you are used to working on computers and have given some software a go. We also don't mind what you have studied necessarily, as we're more focused on what's in your portfolio.

It's more important that you have creative talent and a passion for the industry – we can teach you the rest.

Have a flick through our undergraduate portfolio guide.

Please visit the international hub to read through tailored information for international students.

We assess applicants' suitability for the programmes based on your portfolio. Academic conditions are there to encourage you to reach the predicted grades that your teachers feel you are capable of achieving. However, we are aware it doesn’t always pan out that way, so when it comes to results day, we can be flexible on the conditions.

If you are particularly concerned, then we can amend conditions* if provided with a new set of predicted grades by email from your school or college.

*Subject to UCAS restrictions at certain times of year

Studio workstations are available for you to work on your projects during opening hours.

If you prefer to have a machine at home as well, you can read our guidance on buying your own PC or laptop for completing your project work.

You can study our courses full time as either a three-year Bachelor's degree (BA/BSc) or a four-year Integrated Masters degree (MArt/MSci). 

Those staying on for the fourth year are likely to want to start their own studios. As well as graduating with an integrated masters degree, the fourth year adds entrepreneurship to the mix, and you’ll spend it running your own studio just like a commercial venture (with guidance from us of course).