Course summary

Are you looking for an aviation management degree with strong industry links, taught by experienced academics? The BSc (Hons) Airline and Airport Management course provides you with the knowledge and skills required to pursue a leadership management role within the aviation industry. You will learn about various aspects of aviation including: • the theory of flight • how airlines transport passengers and goods around the world • how airports welcome and process millions of passengers • how the air traffic control system works • how the industry ensures safety and security on every flight. You will learn about the practice of managing people and resources and have the opportunity to practise your knowledge and understanding by completing a placement year in the industry. The aviation degree features interaction with industry through guest lectures, field visits and case studies and our courses offer opportunities to discuss current issues and examine solutions from a sector perspective. With course content developed with support from a wide network of sector professionals to include changes in the industry, this is the perfect way to start your career in the world of aviation. We are a member of the Council for Hospitality Management Education (CHME). What you'll study Capitalising on its location in the heart of west London, just 12km from Heathrow – one of the world's busiest international airports, the University of West London has strong links with Heathrow Airport Limited, as well as numerous other airlines and aviation companies. As well as being delivered by a diverse and experienced team of experts in the aviation industry, you will benefit from the university’s Boeing 737 flight simulator facility which provides a practical learning environment. Additionally, industry visits and engaging lectures from guest speakers will keep you knowledgeable about the latest industry insights and developments. The placement option will give you the opportunity to experience employment within the industry to accelerate your career and put theory into practice. Throughout the course, you will learn about a variety of aviation business models and strategies, discover how airports enable people to move around the globe, learn how the global aviation system operates in a safe and efficient manner and much more. Upon completion, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required for graduate employment and further training to manage in this exciting industry. Placement* If you choose to study full-time, you can opt to do a work placement after your second year (Level 5). You will have the opportunity to secure an aviation-industry work placement that will allow you to complete at least 40 hours per week (1,400 hours) over the course of the academic year. Using the theories you have studied in real-life scenarios will help to ground your knowledge and enhance your employment prospects. While you will be responsible for finding your own placement, our placement office can give you guidance and exposure to employers through career fairs and aviation industry networks. *If you choose a course with placement/internship route we would like to advise you that if a placement/internship opportunity does not arise when you are expected to undertake the placement then the University will automatically transfer you to the non-internship route. This is to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree. The placement route for this course is open to UK students only.