Want to take off on an exciting career journey in aviation? Airlines welcomed more than 4.5 billion passengers in 2019 and the industry continues to operate within a rapidly changing environment facing an array of challenges. Our Aviation Management postgraduate course will give you the specialist skills and knowledge to help meet the high demand for talented managers in this dynamic sector.
Alongside focusing on passenger aviation operations and management, our course lets you tailor your studies to your career aims by specialising in a range of business and management subject areas. Whether you want to work in airlines, airports, civil aviation departments or aviation consultancies, you will gain the skills needed to make an immediate impact on any aviation organisation.
Studying at an Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence, you will have the chance to engage with industry experts and guest speakers, attend industry events and work on ‘live’ consultancy projects, supported by our cutting-edge simulation facilities. You will also have the exciting opportunity to travel overseas for an international live industry project, while our aviation master’s course includes the option of a six-month work placement, ensuring you graduate with a wealth of practical experience.
Our campus boasts a state-of-the-art flight simulator, a mock air traffic control tower, a digital lab for aviation analytics, and dedicated study lounges for deeper learning.
The course is divided into six core modules: Aviation Economics, Airline Operations, Airport Management, Aviation Safety & Security, Aviation Strategy, and Capstone Project.
Duration: 12 months full‐time (up to 36 months part‐time)
Start Dates: September & January intake
Tuition Fee: £15,000 (UK/EU) / £20,000 (International)
Study Mode: On‐campus and blended (online lectures + in‐person workshops)
Our professional connections with major airlines (e.g., British Airways, EasyJet) and airports ensure internship placements for 85% of our students. Graduate roles include Operations Manager, Airport Duty Manager, and Aviation Consultant.