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University degree
Music Production and Songwriting (3 Years) with Foundation
Point Blank Limited
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
full-time
Worth knowing: about 23% of students don't make it past first year here - ask the uni what support they offer.
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About this course
The Foundation Year is designed as an accessible route into Higher Education for aspiring music professionals who may not yet meet the entry requirements for direct entry to Level 4. We’re looking for applicants who can demonstrate a genuine passion for music and the potential to successfully progress onto degree-level study at pointblank. Applicants without formal qualifications may still be considered based on relevant prior learning and experience.
Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
<48 pts6%
48-63 pts7%
64-79 pts14%
80-95 pts6%
96-111 pts16%
112-127 pts12%
128-143 pts5%
144-159 pts4%
160-175 pts7%
176-191 pts1%
192-207 pts1%
How they qualified
76% got in with A-levels. The rest came in a mix of ways:
A-levels76%
Other7%
other higher education6%
no formal qualifications5%
another degree4%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
77%
Continue past first year
86%
Student satisfaction
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Artistic, literary and media occupationsHighly skilled45%
Elementary occupations15%
Sales occupations10%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled10%
Skilled trades occupations5%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled5%
Finance ProfessionalsHighly skilled5%
What students say National Student Survey
86%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching87%
Assessment & feedback85%
Academic support88%
Well organised86%
Learning resources79%
Student community80%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Exceeded expectations
Honestly, one of the best decisions I've made. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — local cost o…
Third year · Full-time
★★★★★
Exceeded expectations
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — local …
Class of 2024 · Full-time
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