Course summary
Whether you’re a recent aviation graduate or have experience working in the sector, our MSc in Aviation Operations and Management is ideal for those who are looking to advance their career prospects in this area. With over 20 years’ experience in delivering aviation degrees, we have a strong track-record of helping students enhance their knowledge of this global industry. Our collaboration with ICAO, CAA and our wide network of associate contributors will provide you with the opportunity to gain the unique insights and skills that you’ll need to be able to contribute to highly effective aviation operation management. The distance learning option is delivered through synchronous and asynchronous sessions, allowing you to study alongside your career or if you do not with to travel to the UK to study. If you are a member of the Armed Forces, you may be able eligible to received funding for this programme under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682. Why study this subject? Aviation continues to develop and grow in response to economic, environmental and market needs. In the face of technological advances, challenge and disruption alongside that growth, there is strong demand for capable managers and leaders who possess high-level knowledge and analytical thinking skills who are equipped and able to take businesses and their employees forward. This course is suited to those who are either interested in moving into the airline industry, for example you may be a recent graduate with a degree from a related programme or may have general management experience. Additionally, you may already be in the aviation sector working for an airline or airport and want to broaden your industry knowledge and management skills with a view to enhancing your career prospects. Why study at Buckinghamshire New University? The global aviation industry is highly complex and is subject to constant change and challenge in sustaining competitiveness, while offering a safe and efficient passenger experience. Now, more than ever, aviation needs effective and highly capable management and leadership. This programme will enable you to gain an enhanced level of knowledge, creativity, forward thinking social capabilities and place you in an advantageous position in the industry. The programme is delivered by both academics and industry professionals, creating a professional environment and forum for the exchange of ideas at postgraduate level. You will complete this master’s level course by undertaking a research module, where you will develop and complete an agreed aviation linked project that best presents your abilities and interests. To aid your learning, you’ll take part in simulation-based activities to develop team and individual capabilities in the face of challenging scenarios. If you're studying on campus, you’ll also be able to use our library to support your studies, whether you’re looking for the resources you need or just a quiet place to study. Buckinghamshire New University is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and supports the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans, and military families contribute to our business and country. What will I study? The course examines both general and specific areas of aviation management with modules including:
- global aviation leadership and management
- aviation business
- globalised aviation industry
- aviation organisational resilience
- independent project
Modules
Year One Core Understanding Aviation Business Global Aviation Leadership and Management Globalised Aviation Industry Year 2 Core Modules Aviation Organisational Resilience The Future of Global Aviation Aviation Crisis and Emergency Management Research Methods and Final Independent Project
Assessment method
This programme has been designed to be delivered as a distance-learning course. You will be taught through a series of interactive lectures, seminars and tutorials. This programme is taught completely via our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and you will not have to attend any workshops at the University. This will allow you to continue to work within your field whilst also completing your degree from anywhere in the world, and study at times to suit you. Classes are a full day and involve a mix of lectures and seminars. Seminars can take the form of individual research for sharing, pairs or group work. This encourages both networking but also embeds the discipline of research, leading and managing in groups, self-reflection and building of skills. Lectures are given by academics and guest lecturers who have practical and ‘in-the-field' experience’ who can share this with you. This programme has authentic assessments at its core. All assessments are varied and range from reports, assignments, ePortfolios and builds to allow flexibility towards how you present the assessment as well as deciding on what topics to include. This is supported by the Module Leader who works to ensure you work within the parameters of the required assessment.
How to apply
International applicants
For information about applying to Buckinghamshire New University as an International applicant, please visit https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/international
Entry requirements
The University’s general entry requirements will apply to admission to this programme with the following additions / exceptions: UG ( 2:1 or above) or five years relevant work experience, English level IELTS 6.5 or University requirement at the time. If you do not meet the entry requirements you may, if you have relevant professional experience, still be invited for interview, where you will be required to demonstrate the necessary knowledge and understanding for entry onto the course. Previous study, professional and / or vocational experiences may be recognised as the equivalent learning experience and permit exemption from studying certain modules in accordance with our accreditation of prior learning (APL) process. If your first language is not English, we will require evidence of English language proficiency to IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. For further details of our international English entry requirements, please visit our international pages: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/international
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent. |
If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.
BNU English Language Requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For fee information, please visit our website: https://www.bucks.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/msc-aviation-operations-and-management
Sponsorship information
Buckinghamshire New University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.bucks.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/financial-support-bursaries-and-scholarships. If you are a member of the Armed Forces, you may be able eligible to received funding for this programme under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682.
Provider information
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2JZ
Course contact details
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