Start Your Creative Journey with Unity Radio in MediaCityUK, Academy Applications Now Open for May 2026!
Looking to kickstart a career in music, media or broadcasting?
Join us in the heart of MediaCityUK, home to the BBC, ITV and some of the UK’s top creative talent, as Unity Radio Academy launches a brand new set of courses this Summer. Led by experienced tutors with real industry backgrounds, the Academy gives you the chance to gain recognised qualifications while learning hands on in a working radio station.
Your tutors include DJ Basha, a professional DJ, youth mentor and Unity Radio’s Deputy Director, Hayley Elliott, a performing arts specialist and Education Coordinator, and JSD, a touring artist and established producer apart of Virus Syndicate.
After a huge year for our students, with achievements celebrated during Graduates Week and at our Awards ceremony, we’re excited to welcome the next wave of talent.
Here’s what’s coming up:
Music Technology
Start date: 11th May
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays (10am-4pm)
Length: 9 weeks
Qualification: Arts Award
Learn the essentials of music production, from beat making and recording, in our fully equipped studio. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to level up, this course will sharpen your skills! To get involved, you will need to complete your expression of interest here
Radio and TV Production
Start date: 19th May
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays (10am-4pm)
Length: 9 weeks
Qualification: Arts Award Bronze and Silver
Explore the full process of creating content for radio and TV, from scripting and presenting to recording and editing. Perfect for anyone who wants to get into presenting, podcasting or behind the scenes production. Places on this course go quickly so make sure you submit your expression of interest here
NGY
Start date: 26th May
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays (7-9PM)
Length: 8 weeks
Qualification: Discovery Arts Award
Aimed at younger creatives, the NGY programme gives you the space to develop your voice and build confidence through content creation, performance and storytelling.
Whether you’re an artist, aspiring presenter or future producer, Unity Radio Academy is here to help you take your next step. All our courses come with real qualifications, real industry experience and real opportunities. Spaces are limited – make sure you complete your expression of interest email courses@mhha.co.uk
