Music Production & Songwriting - CertHE

pointblank Music School

Great facilities and lecturers with lots of professional experience in the industry. Some lectures do feel like they run too long, with only 3 or 4 hour lectures and nothing shorter. With a less practical module there can feel like a lack of engagement there. And there could be some more teaching on the running of the studios, as there are several different ones and some of the mixing desks are pretty complicated, even a lot of the technician staff don’t know how to fix some of the problems with them which isn’t good.

The whole time I’ve been studying at Point Blank, I’ve experienced consistent support, understanding, and genuine care from staff across many areas of the university. The wellbeing team have been incredibly supportive, and my lecturers have always shown patience, flexibility, and encouragement. As someone with learning difficulties and neurodivergence, I have been given ample time, resources, and reassurance to work in a way that suits how I learn best. This has made a huge difference to my confidence, progress, and overall experience. What really makes Point Blank special is how inclusive and student focused it feels. The staff don’t just teach they listen, adapt, and genuinely want students to succeed as individuals, not just academically but personally as well. If there were areas to improve, clearer communication around deadlines and expectations at particularly busy points in the term could help reduce pressure. However, whenever I’ve struggled, support has always been available, and that has made the challenges manageable. Overall, Point Blank has been a supportive, creative, and understanding environment where I’ve felt seen, valued, and encouraged to grow.

The tutors and lessons are amazing. The Osea Island trip was the best experience ever ! The student collaboration and events could be more regular and integrated with other years to allow more networking opportunities.

great people, great facilities and equipment around you to complete everything you desire, amazing location, and easy to get on with teachers!

Pointblank has been playing a major role in my development as an artist, and engineer. It literally took my skills to an advanced level, and provided me with what I need to advance in music production, composition, music business, marketing and branding, mixing, mastering, and creating synths from scratch using Reaktor. It was all amazing aspects!