Music Production & Audio Engineering Certificate
Study in LA, then apply to PB London
Study in LA, then apply to PB London
Point Blank's 6-month International Music Production & Audio Engineering Certificate is designed to give you the chance to apply to transfer directly into the second year of a 3-year BA (Hons) degree program at Point Blank's London School. It's packed with all the necessary elements you'll need to create high quality, professional-sounding tracks and prepare yourself for a career in the industry such as music producer, recording engineer, sound designer, music arranger, or artist/performer. Kickstart your international musical travels from Los Angeles to London! Note: Admission to degree programs at Point Blank London is subject to approval from Middlesex University.
The program begins with an introduction to your preferred DAW, followed by the composition, engineering, and sound design processes, and finishes with sessions on our 32-channel SSL Origin console and music industry studies. You will receive a copy of the Ableton Live 11 Suite or Apple Logic Pro X software valued at $749 and $199 respectively, benefit from our state-of-the-art Los Angeles studios, and take part in mentoring sessions with A&R Director Kwame Kwaten. Here at Point Blank we make it our priority to connect you to the music industry and engage our students with free masterclasses, events, and networking opportunities.
Space is limited to just 16 students per class, so Enroll Now to guarantee your place!
Point Blank offers exclusive features and partner discounts to students in our LA School. Call a college Admissions Advisor now at (323) 594-8740 or Contact Us to get started!
Duration | 6 Months | |
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Available start dates | 2023 | 2024 |
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Weekly timetable | Three 4-hour classes per week for 20 weeks. Daytime, evening & weekend slots open. Contact us for details. | |
Have questions? Check the FAQ's for quick answers. |
I am so grateful to Point Blank for everything I learned! I started as a complete beginner, with no skills at all. Now I know how to build my own tracks from the ground up, make them sound great, mix them down and release them. The instructors are so knowledgeable and love to share their skills, and the staff always makes sure we have everything we need. Coming to Point Blank was one of the best decisions I've ever made! I would definitely recommend it to anyone and everyone. - Anna, Music Production & Sound Design Diploma graduate
Fees | Saving over monthly installments | |
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$250 reg fee + $6,195 per term | $660 | |
$250 reg fee + $2,175 per month | ||
See details during the enrollment process. Monthly installment plans are subject to a 5% convenience fee which is already included in the price shown above. |
Students in this program receive software included with tuition and enjoy exclusive discounts including but not limited to:
None at all! Every Point Blank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time. If you decide to purchase equipment for your own home studio, we will be happy to help you arrange student discounts from our leading industry partners including Apple, Ableton, Pioneer, Native Instruments, Serato, Izotope, Waves, and more.
For each 10-week course within in this program, class meets once per week for 4 hours (with a 15-minute break included) at one of the following session times:
10:00am – 2:00pm (Morning Session)
2:30pm – 6:30pm (Afternoon Session)
7:00pm – 11:00pm (Evening Session)
Some programs contain up to 4 courses per quarter, so check the "Key Info" section on each program page to see how many classes you'll be attending each week. Classes are scheduled before the start of each quarter; call (323) 594-8740 for the most up-to-date information on scheduling and class availability. Our facilities are also open for student use seven days a week, giving you valuable studio time to make your music and reinforce your new skills outside of class sessions.
Point Blank has partnered with Upstart Housing to provide our students with inexpensive and conveniently-located housing options in Silver Lake, Echo Park, East Hollywood, and more. Most of our housing locations include built-in recording studio spaces. There are many other options for student housing accommodations near Point Blank LA; please visit our Student Accommodation page for more info.
Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an Admissions Officer to see what scheduling options are available by calling (323) 594-8740 or completing this form.
International students have different options for attending Point Blank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time.
Further information for international students can be found here. Please call (323) 594-8740 or contact us for assistance.
If you have further questions, don't be shy! Just call (323) 594-8740 or contact one of our friendly Admissions Advisors who will be more than happy to help.