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    Aviation degrees abroad

    Aviation is a varied subject, and it can mean different things depending on the university you study at. Some programs focus on training you to become a commercial pilot, others are more concerned with the airline and airport management, or air traffic control.

    If you dream of working with aircraft, an aviation degree is a great way to help you achieve your goal. Choosing to study abroad can also make you stand out, showing employers that you’re willing to step out of your comfort zone and experience new things.

    By studying abroad you’ll also have more program options to choose from, so you can find the right course for you.

    Aviation program structure

    Aviation is available at undergraduate level, and usually takes three or four years to complete. You can choose to study a master’s degree in an aviation subject, which can take up to two years to complete.

    Depending on your program, aviation degrees usually involve a number of practical classes, including work with aircraft. There will also be a mixture of group lectures, seminars, tutorials and personal study time.

    The structure and content of an aviation program can be very different depending on where you choose to study. Most aviation degrees are offered in combination with another subject or focusing on a specific area, for example:

    • Aviation management
    • Aviation and logistic management
    • Aviation engineering
    • Aviation with commercial pilot training
    • Aviation and tourism
    • Aviation technology
    • Aviation with airline and airport management

    Therefore the modules you’ll study will be dependent on what aviation degree you choose to study. However, some common themes you can expect to study include:

    • Aircraft systems and navigation
    • Aviation logistics
    • Aviation safety
    • Airport operations
    • Aviation engineering

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    Aviation study abroad programs

    Aviation undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in aviation

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      Applied Science (Aviation) - BASc Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      29,834 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 29,834 USD

      Start date
      January, May, August
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      Aviation: Air Transport Pilot - BAv Massey University, New Zealand

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      64,208 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 92,080 NZD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Aviation - BASc RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 37,440 AUD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Aviation - BComm/BSc Mount Allison University, Canada

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,586 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 18,200 CAD

      Start date
      January, September
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      Aviation Administration - BScA Baylor University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      44,544 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 44,544 USD

      Start date
      -
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    Associate in aviation

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      Aviation (Professional Pilots) - AA RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      49,358 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 67,200 AUD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Aviation - Professional Pilot - AAA/AASc Hesston College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      28,992 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 28,992 USD

      Start date
      January, August
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      Aviation Maintenance Technology - AASc South Seattle College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      9,687 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD

      Start date
      September, January, April, June
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    Diploma in aviation

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      Aviation - Dip University of the Fraser Valley, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      32,058 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 40,000 CAD

      Start date
      January, May, September
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      Commercial Aviation - Dip Okanagan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      39,583 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 49,389 CAD

      Start date
      January, September
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    Certificate in aviation

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      Aviation Electronics: Electronics Technician - Cert North Seattle College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      9,687 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD

      Start date
      September, January, April, June
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      Aviation Maintenance Airframe & Powerplant - Cert South Seattle College, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      9,687 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 9,687 USD

      Start date
      September, January, April, June
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    Aviation graduate programs

    Master's in aviation

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      Aviation - MAv Massey University, New Zealand

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      22,181 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 31,810 NZD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Aviation Security - MSc Buckinghamshire New University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,092 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 5,100 GBP

      Start date
      January
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      Science (Aviation) coursework - MSc RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,500 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 37,440 AUD

      Start date
      February, July
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      Sustainable Aviation Business - MBA Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, Finland

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      12,460 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,500 EUR

      Start date
      January
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    Diploma in aviation

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      Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      15 months
      Annual tuition fee
      16,531 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 20,626 CAD

      Start date
      September
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      Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance - OCDip Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,249 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,531 CAD

      Start date
      September
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    Future aviation careers

    Aviation graduates are well prepared for work in the aviation industry, and there are loads of options for future careers, including:

    • Commercial pilot
    • Airline manager
    • Airport manager
    • Air traffic controller
    • Aircraft mechanic
    • Aviation meteorologist
    • Aviation engineer

    It’s important to remember that not every aviation program will prepare you for each of these careers. If you know what job you want after graduation, make sure you choose a program that matches your aspirations.