18Jan
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
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to pursue your passion for music whilst also gaining a full BA (Hons) degree in Music Production & Sound Engineering, validated by Middlesex University. Our expert instructors, state-of-the-art facilities and innovative delivery methods will equip you with all the skills and practical knowledge you'll need to pursue a successful career in the world of music production, DJing and beyond.
Modules
Foundation Year Introduction to Music Production Music Theory & Composition Study Skills Sound Synthesis DJ Techniques Music Business Audio Engineering Music Genre Studies Year 1 Music Production Music Composition Sound Design The Music Industry Sound Engineering Production Styles Year 2 Creative Production & Remix Composing for Media Art of Mixing Marketing & Branding Advanced Sound Design Mastering Year 3 Advanced Composition Advanced Recording & Mixing Audio For Games Professional Portfolio Research Professional Portfolio Project Music Entrepreneur
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
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
Portfolio
Submitting a portfolio of tracks during the application process is recommended. This can be a SoundCloud link or tracks sent via wetransfer.com to [email protected]
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