Music Production & DJ Performance (Online) Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE

This course offers a strong foundation for anyone looking to develop creative, technical and professional skills in music production and DJ performance through a flexible, fully online format. You'll be taught and guided by industry professionals who've worked with the likes of Pharrell Williams, The Chemical Brothers, Swedish House Mafia and many more.

 Whether you're looking to build a career as a music producer, DJ, live performer, artist or electronic music creator, this course provides the ideal introduction to your journey. This course is equivalent to the first year of the degree.

You'll build a solid foundation in Logic or Ableton music production, alongside core skills in DJ performance, music composition, sound design, creative audio techniques, music industry knowledge and contemporary production styles. Throughout the course, you'll develop your creative identity while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard software and DJ technology.

You'll learn through a mix of live online classes, 1:1 tutorials and practical Studio Lab Time, all supported by pointblank's award-winning Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), featuring in-depth video content and downloadable resources. Assessments are designed to reflect real-world industry practice, requiring you to complete original music productions, DJ performances, creative projects, presentations and written assignments. By the end of the course, you'll have begun building a professional portfolio that showcases your production and performance skills while developing the knowledge and confidence to progress within today's global music industry.