We’re proud to announce that pointblank Music School has been recognised in The Guardian’s Best University Guide 2026 as one of the top institutions in the UK to study music.
As the only specialist music college to be featured in this year’s guide, the recognition underscores our valuable position in the higher education landscape and reaffirms our commitment to delivering world-class music education that supports our students’ professional aspirations. We are deeply grateful for the hard work of our staff, the talent of our students, and the strength of our industry-focused curriculum. This achievement stands as a true testament to the work we do in shaping the next generation of music pioneers.
Why pointblank stands out
Alongside this recognition, we continue to lead the way in music education with a range of achievements that set us apart:
TEF Gold Status: We’ve been awarded the highest possible rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, recognising our outstanding teaching, learning, and student outcomes.
83% Graduate Employment Rate: Our graduates go on to thrive in the music and creative industries, with a strong track record of employment and career success.
Award-Winning* Student Services Team: Our dedicated support team ensures students have access to guidance, wellbeing resources, and career advice throughout their journey. (*Independent Higher Education Awards)
Unrivalled Facilities: From state-of-the-art studios to industry-standard equipment, our campuses offer an immersive learning environment designed for real-world experience.
High Student Satisfaction Scores: In the 2025 National Student Survey, we achieved 88% satisfaction for teaching quality and 91% for freedom of expression, reflecting our inclusive and empowering learning culture.
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Whether you’re looking to launch a career in music production, sound engineering, music software engineering, DJing, vocal performance, or the wider creative industries, pointblank offers the tools, support, and inspiration to help you succeed.
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Inspired?
Thanks to the dedication of our industry expert instructors, pointblank has earned a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), placing us among the very best institutions. Whether you’re passionate about DJing, music production, sound engineering, vocal performance, software engineering, radio or songwriting – pointblank offers degrees or short courses in London, LA, Ibiza, and Online. No matter your location or aspirations, we are here to help make your dreams a reality.
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