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Introduction to Aviation

Introduction to Aviation

The aviation industry is one of the most diverse, competitive, and resilient industries, responsible for the movement of goods, services, and people, globally every day via a network of air corridors specifically routed to meet demand.

 

Credits: 10, Level: 4

 

Course overview

This module explores the organisations that make up the aviation industry, its scale and the diverse nature of airlines and airports and how their varied services serve different markets.

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You can study up to 30 credits at Summer University and you can select up to three modules on the same application form. If you would like to add a module later, or change one of your choices, then please email summer.university@tees.ac.uk.

Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. All applicants under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment must provide a completed parental consent form and those under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You can download the parental consent form and send to summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.

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Where you study

Middlesbrough campus

 

Course details

What you study

• Scale of the UK aviation industry (Passenger growth, CAA statistics)
• Major changes and trends
• Airline and Airport revenue streams
• Types of commercial airline
• Operating characteristics
• UK airport characteristics
• General aviation
• Regulator bodies

This course will also include a visit to a local airport.

How you are assessed

Students will write a 1500 individual report through which they will demonstrate an understanding of the UK aviation industry, its scale and operational and departmental functions.

 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

International applicants must have an IELTS overall score of 5.5 or higher.

Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. All applicants under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment must provide a completed parental consent form and those under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You can download the parental consent form and send to summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.

 
 

Part-time

2024/25 entry

Fee for applicants:
£50

  • Length: Credits: 10, Level: 4
 

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