HNC Music Production

Course Overview

This is the perfect progression route for Sixth Form students who would benefit from the practical industry expertise of Point Blank whilst achieving a BA (hons) degree in music. It is one of Point Blank’s courses for young people that provide a step between college and a full-blown university which would perhaps be overwhelming for some students initially. Delivered in partnership with Canterbury Christ Church University, this Level 4 BTEC Higher National Certificate counts as the first year of the University's Creative Music Tech degree. Successful students gain automatic access to the second year of the University's degree course.

Course Breakdown

This course comprises of 10 units which have been specially designed as 6 modules. Please click on Module 1 to view contents and then follow the steps through all the modules included in this course:

• Module 1: Record Production in Pop Culture H1
• Module 2: Music Business H2
• Module 3: Sound Engineering H3 
• Module 4: Music Production H4 
• Module 5: Creative Sound Design 
• H5 Module 6: Music Project H6

This Edexcel Higher National Certficate is equivalent to the first year of a degree.

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements are 1 'A' Level and 4 GCSEs at grade 'C' or above; or a BTEC National Award, Certificate or Diploma. Applicants will be invited to interview must also be able to demonstrate a basic level of musical ability and provide examples of their work.

Student Funding

HNC students will benefit from the funding support available to students wishing to enter Higher Education in the UK. Students can apply for loans to cover the cost of their tuition fees. For further details click here

How to Apply

Applications for this course may be made via UCAS . The UCAS course code is 093W

You may also apply directly to Point Blank. You can reserve your place via the website or if you require further information please contact a course advisor