Pointblank Music School is proud to announce that it has been granted Full Degree Awarding Powers (DAPs) by the Office for Students (OfS), marking a major milestone in the institution’s evolution and formally recognizing its academic excellence, governance and long-term stability. This achievement places pointblank among a select group of independent higher education providers in the UK authorized to award their own degrees and to validate degree programmes for other institutions.
The award of DAPs follows a rigorous assessment process and reflects Pointblank’s consistently high standards in teaching, academic quality and student outcomes. The decision builds on the institution’s TEF Gold rating, the highest possible outcome in the Teaching Excellence Framework, which recognizes outstanding performance across teaching quality, learning environment and student experience.
With a 30-year history of innovation in music and creative education, Pointblank has developed a global reputation for industry-relevant programmes, exceptional teaching staff and strong graduate outcomes at 83% for graduate employability. Full Degree Awarding Powers provide greater academic independence and reinforce the long-term value and credibility of a Pointblank degree for students both in the UK and internationally.
Commenting on the announcement, Jules Brookes, Head of Institution said: “Being awarded Full Degree Awarding Powers with no restrictions is a significant moment for Pointblank. It recognises the strength of our academic provision, our commitment to teaching excellence, and the quality of the student experience we deliver. Alongside our TEF Gold rating, this achievement confirms our position as a trusted and established higher education institution and supports our ambition to continue shaping the future of creative education.”
The new status also enables Pointblank to validate degree programmes for other institutions, extending its academic influence and supporting innovation across the creative education sector.
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