Foundation Degree in Aviation Management and Operations

Foundation Degree in Aviation Management and Operations
Course Level
Level 5

Course Description
Craven College, in partnership with London Metropolitan University, is the only institution outside London offering this exciting Foundation Degree.
You will not only reap the benefits of industry trained specialists teaching on your programme, but you will also be studying in the College's unique, Airside Campus, The Aviation Academy, at Leeds Bradford International Airport. The Academy offers high specification training suites along with a well equipped resource centre and there is ample free and secure parking at the Academy.
This programme is the ideal route for those wishing to pursue a career in the aviation industry or for those already employed within the aviation industry wishing to move into aviation management. The course gives you a broad understanding of the aviation industry and of the core competencies you will need in aviation management. The programme of study focuses on the management of airport, airline and ancillary businesses.

Awarding Body
Course Content
You study the following modules at each of 2 levels.
Level 4 Modules:
Aircraft Operations
Airline Operations and Procedures
Airport Operations
Introduction to Aviation
Introduction to Aviation Marketing
IT Skills for Aviation
Managing People in Aviation
Study Skills for Aviation
Level 5 Modules:
Airline Business Management
Airport Business Management
Aviation Financial Management
Health, Safety and Security for Aviation
Work Based Learning

Additional Qualifications n/a

Career Progression
A career in management or supervisory levels of airline and airport businesses and other transport related areas, including aircraft ground handling

Campus Work Experience
Work related projects and work experience are an important part of this course and are vital to our students success. Your tutor will discuss work experience with you and will offer help and advice as necessary.

Assessment
n/a

Attendance Course Length and Study Pattern
n/a


Entry Requirement
A minimum age of 18 before commencing the course
GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science (grade C or above)
160 UCAS points including points from BTEC National qualifications, Key Skills, GCE AS and A2 Levels, VCE and AVCE qualifications.
Students without the necessary qualifications but with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply. We may also ask you to undertake a pre-study programme by traditional or distance learning to assess your ability to study at Foundation Degree level.