Program Overview

Music Production & Audio Engineering Diploma

Program Overview

Step into the music industry with pointblank LA’s Music Production & Audio Engineering Diploma. This program will teach you all the skills you need to begin a career in many fields of the music industry including music producer, recording engineer, film/TV composer, sound designer, arranger, artist/performer and many more. Plus, unlock the chance to study abroad in London for 1 or 2 terms and immerse yourself in the UK's iconic music scene and nightlife.

Key Info

• Duration: 4 Terms
• Start Dates: July 2025, October 2025, January 2026, April 2026, July 2026, October 2026, October 2027
• Timetable: Three 4-hour classes per week for 4 terms. Daytime, evening & weekend class sessions available.

Courses

Term 1

• Music Production: Ableton Live
• Audio Engineering
• Musicianship for Producers - Level 1
• Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 1

Term 2

• Music Composition
• Production Styles
• Musicianship for Producers - Level 2
• Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 2

Term 3

• Art of Mixing
• Sound Design
• Studio Vocal Production

Term 4

• Advanced Recording & Mixing
• Creative Production & Remix
• Audio Mastering

Expert Instructors

• Sweatson Klank: Music Production & Mixing
• Adal Jamil: Music Production
• Tyler Wilson: Music Production: Ableton, Creative Production & Remix

Career Opportunities

• Engineer
• Music Producer
• TV/Film Composer
• Sound Designer
• Studio Manager
• Remixer
• Video Game Composer
• Artist/Performer
• A&R Label Manager

FAQ

• Are there any entrance requirements? Required Entrance Evaluation Submission: Students seeking to enter this Diploma program above are required to complete the pointblank Diploma Program Entrance Evaluation Submission Form located here prior to signing an Enrollment Agreement.
• What equipment do I need to buy? None at all! Every pointblank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time.
• When are the classes scheduled? For most 10-week courses within in this program, classes meet once per week for 4 hours (with a 15-minute break included) at one of the following session times: 10:00am – 2:00pm (Morning Session), 2:30pm – 6:30pm (Afternoon Session), 7:00pm – 11:00pm (Evening Session).
• Do you provide student housing? Our students have many options for housing accommodations near pointblank Los Angeles. Please visit our Student Accommodation page or Contact an Admissions Advisor for more info.
• I work full time. Can I enroll? Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments.
• I'm an international student. Can I enroll? International students have different options for attending pointblank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more.
• Can I study abroad in London? Yes! Degree, Diploma and Certificate programs offered through pointblank’s Los Angeles School offer the flexibility to take certain equivalent core courses at our flagship London School established in 1994.

Included with Program

• Ableton Live Suite worth $749 or Apple Logic Pro X worth $200
• Native Instruments Komplete 14 worth $599
• Discount on Pioneer DJ equipment
• 70% off Eventide Plugins
• 40% off Serato DJ
• 55% off Roland Cloud Ultimate