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Point Blank Graduate Gemma Cairney

Radio Certificate

Jump into the world of radio

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SPRING OFFER 20% DISCOUNT ON ALL LONDON & ONLINE PROFESSIONAL COURSES

Use Code: SPRING20. Offer ends 31st March.

Overview

Curious to know how you can get into radio broadcasting and presenting? Point Blank’s radio courses have kick-started the career of hundreds of radio professionals including Gemma Cairney (Radio One, Channel 4), Monki (Rinse FM, Radio One, 1Xtra), Josh Dowler (Radio One), Madam X (1Xtra), Mistajam (Radio One) and many more.

If you're looking for a gateway into the exciting world of radio, then you’re in the right place!


This course runs once a week over a 9-month period and is a perfect introduction to what it takes to be a successful radio presenter today. Throughout this journey you will cover all the fundamentals of how to run a radio show such as the use of the studio, planning your content, the creative process, interview skills, subject research and radio journalism, presenting persona, radio production, editing and a whole lot more. Your final module will focus on current and Future Radio Trends to make sure you’re ahead of the game when beginning your journey into the exciting world of radio! You’ll be studying at our state-of-the-art facilities in Shoreditch and learning on Myriad systems, the number one playout system used in radio stations across the world. You’ll also have the opportunity to engage with the wider Point Blank community with free masterclasses and networking events. At Point Blank, we make it our priority to connect our students to the music industry to give you a head start in your career.

Our students also host and produce their own podcast as part of their learning experience. You can listen to Point Blank Stories for free on Spotify and Apple.

We are proud to be ahead of the curve in delivering a fantastic student experience whether on campus or online and are happy to include all the exclusive features for students listed here.

Class sizes are small to ensure every student receives ample 1-2-1 time with their lecturers, so apply now to reserve your place!

Learn more about the radio courses on offer at Point Blank

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Key Info

Duration 9 Months
Available start dates 2023 2024
  • 10 April (Limited availability)
  • 2 October
  • 30 September
Weekly timetable 1 class per week. Please check the FAQs below for more details.
Have questions? Check the FAQ's for quick answers.

Modules

Expert Lecturers

Michael Bailey Radio

Resident DJ for Goldie's Metalheadz label, presenter at 1Xtra, Radio 1 & Ministry of Sound. Recorded/remixed for Goldie, Roni Size, Guy Called Gerald, Trey Songz, Chipmunk, Nas & Damian Marley.

Frank McWeeny Radio

Frank is an audio & technical producer for BBC Radio & Podcasts. His work has been heard by millions of listeners across BBC World Service, Radio 1, Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. He also presents Global Dancefloor on a variety of independent stations and platforms.

Lindsay Wesker Music Industry

Active in the music industry since the 80's with extensive A&R, DJ and broadcast experience with Kiss FM and MTV. Self-published novel about the industry and presents a weekly show on mi-soul.com.

Mark Brocklesby Advanced Recording & Mixing

Mark runs Big Smoke Studios and is a recording engineer, mix engineer, musician, producer and lecturer with over 20 years of professional experience and industry practice.

John Farley (J-Fresh) Radio

J-Fresh is a BBC Radio 1Xtra mix resident, Ministry of Sound music curator, DJ, Broadcaster and Producer with support from BBC Radio 1, Mixmag, GRM Daily & Spotify Editorials.

Career Opportunities

 

  • Radio producer
  • Audio producer
  • Technical producer
  • Social & digital producer

 

  • Radio presenter
  • Podcast presenter
  • Music curator
  • Podcast curator

 

  • Assistant producer
  • Content assistant
  • Production assistant
  • Researcher

 

There were lots of chances to make friends and go out to different stations like the BBC. I now work for Capital FM on the promotional team. I’m slowly working my way to be on the air but it’s a start. - Emily, Radio graduate

Global Alumni

Aluna Francis

Aluna Francis is half of AlunaGeorge. She studied production at PB before taking off to chart success with 'You Know You Like It' & No.1 hit 'White Noise' with Disclosure. Check out her awesome video.

Claude VonStroke

Dirtybird boss Claude says: "I took a class with Point Blank in Ableton Live. It was awesome learning bass production!" The bass don was recently voted the No.1 DJ in USA! Watch him review PB above.

Leona Lewis

Everyone knows Leona from X Factor. Before she won it, Leona wowed her fellow students on our Singing Course. "Her talent was obvious" said her instructor, "and her success thoroughly deserved."

Pete Tong

Godfather of Dance Music and long-time friend of Point Blank Pete Tong, founder of BBC Radio 1's Essential Mix and worldwide DJ superstar, learned Native Instruments Maschine with the team here in London.

Goldie

We taught Goldie something he didn't know already - Ableton Live! The legend drops in from time to time & recently invited PB students to a VIP drum recording session at Assault & Battery studios.

Patrick Topping

'The World's Biggest Tech House Producer!' Secured three Beatport #1s: ‘Get Beasty’, ‘Forget’ & ‘Voicemail’. Also owns two DJ Awards & DJ Mag’s ‘Best Tune’. Championed by Pete Tong & Annie Mac.

Madam X

DJ, label head, club impresario. Mixing grime, techno, bass, garage, Madam X is adept at playing huge crowds or 100-cap basements. Hosts shows on Radio 1, Rinse & NTS. She is multi-faceted and unique.

Arjun

With 1,500,000 Facebook followers, Sri-Lankan born Arjun is a South Asian pop superstar. His single ‘I’ll Be Waiting” charted at #1 on iTunes India and spent 30 weeks on the BBC Asian Download Chart.

Spoony

Spoony is a legend in UK dance music having brought garage to the masses in 2000 as part of the Dreem Team. He's since gone on to become a staple on Five Live but proved he's always learning by enrolling at PB!

Fees & Funding

Fees Saving over monthly instalments
£2,775 payment in full £475
£100 reg fee + £995 per term £165
£100 reg fee + £350 per month
Prices listed are UK and EU fees. Non-EU students please see enrolment process for more information.
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