30Nov
Undergraduatepointblank Music School has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
For many years, Point Blank has shared the secrets of the music business and has seen its students find high profile work in the industry. In an exciting and opportunity-filled musical landscape, this degree programme gives you the skills, depth of knowledge, practical experience and confidence needed to take on a wide range of roles within the music industry, as well as the contacts to get going. This accelerated two year programme includes setting up a record label; planning and executing live performances and tours; understanding Intellectual Property (IP) law and copyright; an intimate understanding of the relationships between record labels, music publishing companies and the live sector and crucially, how to negotiate music industry contracts, deals and much more. We will help you identify your career opportunities and develop a strategy for success in your chosen field.
Modules
Foundation Year Introduction to Music Production Music Theory & Composition Study Skills Sound Synthesis DJ Techniques or Introduction to Vocal Performance Music Business Audio Engineering Music Genre Studies Year 1 Music History & Culture Recording & DIstribution IP & Copyright Music & Artist Management Music Publishing Professional Development Year 2 Live Music & Events Branding & Promotion Digital Marketing & Analytics Music Licensing & Synch The Global Music Industry Artist Development Year 3 Business Planning & Management Music Rights & Legal Affairs Music Futures Business Portfolio Project
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W5WF
- Institution code:
- P73
- Campus name:
- Main Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (D or E)
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | A minimum 5.5 is required in each area (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing) |
All applicants must be able to demonstrate English language at CEFR level B2, equivalent to grade C / 4 at GCSE. Please note this requirement also applies to mature students (21 or over) without formal qualifications who have been admitted based on their admissions test and/or prior experience. All international students requiring visa sponsorship require an IELTS Academic test. If you are an international student applying for a Student Visa and do not currently have a valid IELTS Academic test, Point Blank will be happy to provide a fee waiver of 185 GBP, to be waived from your fees upon successful registration only. Point Blank will not provide further waivers for resits and the IELTS test booking receipt must be provided as proof of test fee paid. Fee waivers are applicable to tests completed post-application date only.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £14750 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Applicants applying from the European Union
The We Are Europe Scholarship is awarded to EU applicants without settled or pre-settled status in the UK. This scholarship allows the same financial benefits as domestic students by granting EU students the home tuition fee.
To be eligible, applicants must be accepted on any of our higher education courses at our London campus and be studying their first degree.
Students with Pre-settled or Settled status in the UK should be eligible for UK Home Fees.
Provider information
pointblank Music School
23-28 Penn Street
London
N1 5DL