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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.

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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

Types of aviation degrees

Aviation study abroad programs

Aviation undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in aviation

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    Aerospace/Aviation Sciences: Fixed-Wing - BSc Southern Utah University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,822 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    May, January
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    Aviation - BComm/BSc Mount Allison University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,210 CAD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    September
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    Aviation - BAv Massey University, New Zealand

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    92,080 NZD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    July, November, February
    Show program overview about Aviation
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    Aviation Sciences - BScA Baylor University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    54,844 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    January
    Show program overview about Aviation Sciences
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    Aviation - BS University of Nebraska Omaha, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,469 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    May, August, January
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Associate in aviation

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    Aviation (Pilot) - AAS-T Big Bend Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    19,859 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    September
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    Aviation: Professional Pilots - ASc RMIT University, Australia

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    72,000 AUD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    July, February
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    Aviation: Fixed-Wing Pilot - AASc Southern Utah University, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    20,822 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    May, January
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Diploma in aviation

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    Aviation - Dip Mount Royal University, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    52,292 CAD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    September
    Show program overview about Aviation
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    Business Administration: Aviation - Dip (Des) University of the Fraser Valley, Canada

    Program type
    Undergraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    19,718 CAD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    September, January, May
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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
    31,810 NZD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    July, November, February
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    Business Administration in Aviation - MBA Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, USA
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    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    10,032 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    August, January, May, June
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    Engineering Aerospace Engineering and Aviation - ME RMIT University, Australia

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    38,400 AUD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    July, February
    Show program overview about Master of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering and Aviation)
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    Safety and Human Factors in Aviation - MSc Kaplan International College London: Cranfield University, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    26,580 GBP

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    October
    Show program overview about MSc Safety and Human Factors in Aviation

Doctorate in aviation

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    Aviation - PhD Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, USA
    • Online

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    10,032 USD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    August, January, May, June
    Show program overview about Aviation
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    Aerospace Engineering and Aviation - PhD RMIT University, Australia

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    39,360 AUD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

    Start date
    July, February
    Show program overview about PhD (Aerospace Engineering and Aviation)

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.