Buckinghamshire New University
Aviation Operations and Management MSc
Buckinghamshire New University

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Buckinghamshire New University was the first UK institution to deliver Aviation Management programmes and in 2020 we celebrate two decades of sector-leading programmes. Our collaboration with ICAO and the CAA, ACI Europe, 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. 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 who possess high-level knowledge and analytical thinking skills who are equipped and able to take businesses and their employees forward. This programme is for those who wish to make that difference.

This programme will allow you to build the higher-level career-orientated skills and knowledge that the sector, and you, will need in the coming years. You’ll be exploring and studying aviation in a changed world post Covid-19 and its impact on the management of aviation operations.

A key focus is ensuring that you are well equipped to operate in the rapidly changing sector. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with external experts and sector leaders to broaden your knowledge, gain exposure to the multi-level issues that aviation faces, and insights into how they can be managed and exploited for organisational success.

We have extensive knowledge and capability in the areas that matter in the sector now and in the future, including globalisation, market growth and organisational resilience.

The course is practice-based, and you’ll take part in simulation-based activity. With our unique simulation model facility, you will develop team and individual capabilities in the face of challenging scenarios, where learning by participation is linked to theory and analysis under pressured but safe conditions.

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.

This programme is eligible for funding under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme. Our ELCAS number is 1682.

The course examines both general and specific areas of aviation management. It considers the current and new shape of the aviation sector, which needs to operate in a wider risk environment and, especially in the current climate, has multiple issues to face.

You’ll explore the aviation business and operations management; the global context and resilience in the current and future environments. Entrants to the programme will normally have achieved a minimum of a lower second class honours degree in a related field.

Applicants who are in employment may qualify for entry without holding a first degree. The University welcomes applicants with non-standard or no formal qualifications and applicants will be assessed through a recruitment process based on interview, portfolio, employment history or other evidence of achievement and ability to benefit from the course.

The global aviation industry is highly competitive and challenging to navigate. Organisations operating in this sector need its people to be analytical and responsive to change. This course will help give you the competitive advantage and enhanced knowledge and capability in aviation management to meet the needs of this sector.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Aviation Operations and Management, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

University Rankings

Positions of Buckinghamshire New University in top UK and global rankings.

See all 6 university rankings of Buckinghamshire New University

About Buckinghamshire New University

Buckinghamshire New University, also known as Bucks, was founded in 1893, in the town of High Wycombe, South East England. This university has chosen to divide its academic offerings into seven separate schools, which is reflected in that learning resources such as libraries are located in their relevant areas to reduce crowding and also increase the ease of looking for the materials the student needs. Bucks has been the recipient of numerous awards, among which we can find the Silver Award from TEF.

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Student composition of Buckinghamshire New University

undergraduates:
16465
postgraduates:
860
Total:
17325
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Where is this programme taught

High Wycombe Campus
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