Duration | 3 years |
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Employment Rate | Point Blank students registered 100% progress into highly skilled employment (DELHE 2016/17, 2017/18) |
Point Blank is proud to be ahead of the curve in delivering a fantastic student experience whether on campus or online. We have been delivering interactive remote courses since 2007 and as a result of this experience can offer you all the exclusive features and services listed here.
Want to work in today’s ever changing global music industry? Then you need to prepare for all eventualities and develop an entrepreneurial approach to your career. Developed and taught by industry professionals with years of experience in artist management, A&R, label management, publishing, festivals and live event management, our Music Industry Management degree will quip you with everything you need to succeed in the modern music industry.
Whether you want to work in A&R, artist management, branding and marketing, as a label executive, in live events or in any of the other varied roles available within the music industry today, our degree will give you the head start you need to make your mark on the music industry.
We host regular online Open Days for our online school where you can find out more about our online courses, attend a free masterclass, and chat to our staff and get a taste of what you can expect on the course. Our online Open Days are approximately 1 hour long and are the perfect opportunity to learn more about our online Higher Education music production, sound engineering, DJ and music industry courses. Open Days include an exclusive track deconstruction and free prize draw giveaways of Ableton Live 10 Suite worth over £500. Plus all attendees get access to an exclusive Track Deconstruction project. Our Course Advisors, Admissions Staff and Student Reps will be on hand to answer any questions you have. Click here to register for our next Open Day.
Point Blank has a reputation for having genuine roots in the music industry and has used this insider knowledge to define and shape their programmes in a fast-moving sector. The programmes are innovative in both delivery and content and manage to harness the unique individuality and industry experience of each lecturer. - Kwame Kwaten, Director of A&R Point Blank recordings / Ferocious Talent CEO / Co-Director Cre8ing Vision & Ultimate Seminar / Brits diversity board Co chair / Mobo Trustee / Vice Chairman of Music Managers Forum (MMF)
On our higher education programmes you will be taught through a variety of masterclasses and regular 1-2-1 sessions. When not attending these sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently. Independent learning is about taking control of your work and deciding what you need to know and deciding how you are going to study. During this time you can take advantage of:
Each academic level consists of 120 credits and we expect students to study approximately 10 hours per credit. Each module is worth 20 credits and students are expected to study 10 hours per week per module (lectures, 1-2-1s and independent learning).
Assessment is an integral part of learning and you may hear it referred to as formative or summative:
Most students show themselves to be stronger in some assessment types than others. To make it possible for students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills to the best of their abilities, a wide range of assessment types is offered. Students will be asked to produce work in a wide variety of formats including: compositions, creative projects, written work, report, performances, presentations, 1-2-1 discussions, recordings and timed composition briefs. The assessment breakdown for this programme is approximately:
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 detail any previous study or relevant experience in music. The Admissions Team will look at the merits of each application, taking the following evidence into consideration: personal statement, predicted or previously attained grades, examples of work, references, and relevant work experience. Applicants may also be asked to complete a written exercise and/or attend an interview. Where conditional offers are made, typical offers will be set between:
Applicants without formal music / music technology qualifications or who have achieved academic qualifications lower than the typical conditional offer may be considered on the strength of relevant prior learning and experience. This will initially be assessed through your personal statement which should detail any previous study or relevant experience in music. Click here for more information on our entry requirements, international qualifications and how to apply.
Fees |
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$25 reg fee + $7,770 per year |
$25 reg fee + $2,590 per term |
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Being an undergraduate student involves two main expenses: tuition fees and living costs. Students can either choose to pay for their course privately, or alternatively, all of our higher education programmes are eligible for Student Finance loans. Eligible students may be able to apply for a tuition fee loan to cover the total tuition fee (please note that Student Finance maintenance funding is not normally available for distance learning courses). For students wishing to pay privately, we have a number of payment plans available, including annual and termly instalments. Click here for more information on fees and funding options available. The prices above relate to a September 2021 start date and beyond. If you are interested in starting in April 2021, you can find information on the fees here.