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Cert HE in Music Production and Business

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Overview

Equivalent to year one of a degree course, the Cert HE in Music Production and Business is your chance to benefit from the practical music industry expertise and innovative teaching methods that Point Blank is known for whilst also gaining an internationally recognised Higher Education qualification awarded by Middlesex University. This program will enable you to make cutting edge music in your chosen style with professional techniques, taught by our highly experienced music producers. Get to grips with producing music with Apple Logic, Music Composition, Sound Design and investigate different styles of production accessing Point Blank's exclusive web resources. Whilst building your knowledge of production you’ll also learn key business skills and acquire industry contacts to help you launch your career in music. This program is taken entirely online and therefore you do not need to be in the UK. There are several assignments to complete throughout the year. The Cert HE is worth 120 credits at level 4. (subject to validation)

There are six modules during the academic year from September-July, two of which you take concurrently during each term (semester). This diagram shows your learning pathway:

Modules Included:

Entry Requirements

Normal minimum entry requirements are 1 'A' Level and Maths and English Language GCSEs at grade 'C' or above; or a BTEC National Award, Certificate or Diploma or equivalent depending on your territory and education system (for information on equivalency CLICK HERE).

Mature students (21 years or above) with lower qualifications will be considered based on APL. Applicants will be invited to a telephone interview and will need to supply a short portfolio of work (music projects based), a written statement and a short written exercise.

The most common English Language requirements for international students are IELTS 6.0 (with minimum 5.5 in all four components). See the FAQ for more details.