International Women's Day weekend DJ Course

The International Women's Day Weekend DJ Course at the School of Electronic Music (SEM) is a specially designed two-day programme celebrating women in music and providing an exciting introduction to modern DJ performance and digital DJ technology.

Delivered exclusivley for female learners across Saturday and Sunday, from 12pm–4pm each day, the course offers a supportive, creative and practical learning environment where participants can develop their DJ skills, build confidence and gain hands-on experience using industry-standard DJ equipment.

Throughout the weekend, students learn essential DJ techniques including beatmatching, cueing tracks, tempo control and performing smooth transitions between songs. The course also introduces fundamental concepts such as rhythm, musical phrasing and track structure, helping learners understand how to select, organise and mix music effectively.

With guidance from experienced tutors, participants take part in practical mixing exercises, explore different musical styles and begin developing their own creative approach to DJ performance. The weekend provides an opportunity to connect with like-minded people, celebrate women's contributions to electronic music and experience the creativity of DJing in a welcoming studio environment.

By the end of the course, learners will have developed a foundation in modern DJ techniques, gained confidence using professional equipment and acquired the skills needed to prepare and perform a short DJ mix.

Course at a glance
Duration: 2 days (Saturday & Sunday)
Schedule: 12pm–4pm each day
Total tuition: 8 hours
Location: SEM Studios, Manchester
Experience: No previous experience required
Class size: 6 people maximum
Minimum age: 16+
Equipment provided: Yes
Certificate: Upon completion of course