At Point Blank, we understand that this is a very stressful time for applicants who have been working hard towards GCSE, A-level and Diploma qualifications and you have faced various changes to the way your qualifications will be awarded. This has resulted in a great deal of uncertainty, and many of you will have missed out, not just on teaching and learning, but also on the support offered by face-to-face contact with fellow students, friends, family and employers.
Point Blank remains determined that no applicant will be disadvantaged by the pandemic and will be looking at the overall merits of an application received, not just predicted or attained grades. We hope it will be reassuring for you to know that we have the flexibility to look at each application on a case-by-case basis, and work with you as individuals to make the best plans to facilitate your academic progression.
Further information regarding the UK Government plans for awarding qualifications in 2021 can be found here.
Results for international and EU applicants who have missed their conditional offer grades will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, taking in account the processes followed by the awarding bodies in the country the qualifications were awarded (where applicable).
Whilst we are keen to get back to campus for all classes and activities, we will also continue to deliver all courses remotely (online) via our Virtual Classroom, offering a new blended learning approach to students who can't make it to campus or who would rather not travel. Essentially, students will be able to learn on campus or online via the Virtual Classroom, or a combination of both. We will ensure that however and wherever they study, students will get the same support, attention and opportunities as on campus and that their educational experience and outcomes will not be affected as outlined in our Student Protection Plan.
In addition we will continue to offer a range of exclusive features and activities online as well as on campus, and our Student Support services will also continue to be available remotely. Our Admissions team are open as usual and are on hand to give you all the support you need and answer any questions you might have. You can access them via email admissions@pointblankmusicschool.com.
If you have any questions then please don't hesitate to contact us. In the meantime, please see below for more information on our normal entry requirements.
It can be daunting applying for your degree. Please feel free to live chat, email or call us to learn more about our courses and the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate you through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank.
For most of our full-time undergraduate degrees you should apply through UCAS. However, if you already know that you want to study at Point Blank, and do not intend to apply to other institutions then you should apply direct to us using our online application form.
Please note, if you are applying from outside the UK you can find specific entry requirements for certain countries below in the International Entry Requirements section. If your country is not listed here and you have any questions about your qualifications please contact our Admissions Team.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete an admissions test and/or attend an interview.
Where conditional offers are made, typical offers will be set between:
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of accepted qualifications. Other qualifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
All material received by applicants as part of an application (portfolio, admissions tests etc.) will be used solely for admissions purposes. Applicants will retain all intellectual property rights on their own work and work will not be distributed outside of those Point Blank team members assessing applications.
Equivalent international qualifications will also be accepted. For information on equivalency please click here.
Our new BA (Hons) Music Production & Vocal Performance degree is currently ‘subject to validation’ by Middlesex University, however we very much welcome your applications.
We anticipate entry requirements will be the same as our standard HE entry requirements, with the addition of a portfolio of tracks requested upon application and a vocal audition. We will publish further details once the course has been validated.
If you are interested in enrolling on one of our degree programmes but do not meet the entry requirements, the Foundation Year course could be for you. This course aims to build your confidence and provide you with the necessary transferable skills you need to progress onto one of our undergraduate degrees.
Entry requirements for the Foundation Year are:
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of accepted qualifications. Other qualifications will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
All material received by applicants as part of an application (portfolio, admissions tests etc.) will be used solely for admissions purposes. Applicants will retain all intellectual property rights on their own work and work will not be distributed outside of those Point Blank team members assessing applications.
Please note: Applicants who meet the grade requirements for our degree courses but do not have the relevant music experience may also be considered for the Foundation Year if this is a more suitable route.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Brazil through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
Certificado de Ensino Medio with high grades and the Vestibular or PAS
A recognised UK foundation course
One year of university studies at a recognised Brazilian institution
American High School diploma with SATs and Advanced Placement exams
High school diploma with International Baccalaureate Diploma
Professional Diploma from a technical school (two years post-secondary in a specialised field of study)
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Canada through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
High School Diploma or Secondary School Diploma with at least 5 grade 12 courses with 70% or higher
High School Diploma and scores of 3+ on at least two Advanced Placement exams
Satisfactorily completion of one year of college/university level study with minimum GPA of 3.0
Professional Diploma from a technical school (2 years post-secondary in a specialised field of study)
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Colombia through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
High School Diploma (Bachillerato) and International Baccalaureate Diploma
Bachillerato and a recognised one-year foundation course
One year of university studies at a recognised Colombian institution
American High School diploma with SATs and Advanced Placement exams
Professional Diploma from a technical school (two years post-secondary in a specialised field of study)
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from France through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
Baccalauréat (le bac) with a minimum score of 11 - 12.5
Option Internationale du Baccalauréat with minimum score of 10 - 11.5
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from India through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
Indian School Certificate (Year 12)
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard 12
All India Senior School Certificate Examination
We can also accept the International Baccalaureate with an overall score of 24.
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Germany through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife
Abitur or a Fachgebundene Hochschulreife
Fachhochschulreife
Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife / Abitur minimum 11 (gut) in English when taken as an achievement/main/intensive course
Fachhochschulreife minimum 2 (Gut) in English
DAAD minimum C1
Alternatively, you could take an IELTS (Academic) Exam and obtain an overall level of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each category
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Italy through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Mexico through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
Bachillerato General or Bachillerato Technologico with marks above 70%
A UK Foundation course in a subject relevant to the degree you are applying for
International Baccalaureate Diploma
American high school diploma with a minimum of two Advanced Placement courses.
A Diploma from a community college with good marks
Associates Degree
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from Spain through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
The following guidelines are designed to orientate applicants from the United States through entry on to a Higher Education course at Point Blank. If you would like to apply, please download your application form here.
First and foremost, we are looking for people who can demonstrate a) their passion for music and b) an ability to successfully complete a Higher Education programme.
This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should include any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each applicant, taking the following evidence into consideration:
Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview.
A High School diploma with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2 and SAT scores of 550 on each part or ACT composite score of 23
A High School diploma with a minimum GPA of 3.2 and scores of 3+ on at least two advanced placement exams
International Baccalaureate Diploma and SAT scores of 550 on each part or ACT composite score of 23
One year of college/university level study with minimum GPA of 2.8
Professional Diploma from a technical school (two years post-secondary in a specialized field of study)
Visa requirements
For courses of 6 months or more: you will most likely need to apply for a Tier 4 Visa. Point Blank has been awarded Tier 4 Sponsor Status and is able to sponsor international students on a Tier 4 Visa as long as applicants satisfy our application criteria. Please refer our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process. NB: International Students (outside the EU) course fees are subject to a £1000 surcharge.
If you are applying for the International Music Production & Sound Engineering Diploma (6 months): you will not require a Tier 4 Visa but may need to apply for a Student Visitor's Visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
If your country is not included in this list and you are unsure about how your qualification relates to our entry requirements please contact our Admissions Team who will be happy to help you work out it's equivalency.