Aviation & Hospitality
Airport Planning and Management MSc
Cranfield UniversityA specialist MSc focused on airport planning, operations, economics, development, infrastructure, management and sustainable airport systems.
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Study Level
Master's Degree
Study Mode
On Campus
Duration
1 year full-time
Programme Overview
Cranfield University's Airport Planning and Management MSc develops specialist expertise in the planning, operation, commercial management and future development of airports.
Students examine airport economics, planning, infrastructure, passenger and airline requirements, operational management, sustainability and airport development.
The programme combines academic study with industry-focused analysis and research, preparing students to address the technical, commercial and strategic challenges facing modern airports.
Its specialist aviation environment gives students access to Cranfield's air transport expertise and strong links with airports, airlines, regulators and aviation consultancies.
Entry Requirements
Applicants normally require a UK first-class or upper second-class honours degree, or an equivalent international qualification.
A relevant academic background is preferred.
Suitable previous study may include:
Aviation
Transport
Engineering
Business
Economics
Geography
Planning
Other related disciplines
Applications are assessed individually.
ATAS clearance is required for applicable international students.
English-Language Requirements
IELTS Academic:
7.0 overall
Minimum 6.0 in each component
Equivalent Cranfield-approved English-language qualifications such as TOEFL, Pearson PTE, Cambridge English and Duolingo are also accepted according to the University's current published score requirements.
English-language certificates normally must have been taken within two years of the programme start date.
Career Outcomes
Scholarship Information
Cranfield Centre for Air Transport Management International Merit Scholarship Provides a £4,000 tuition-fee scholarship to high-achieving international students applying for Airport Planning and Management MSc or Air Transport Management MSc. Cranfield GREAT Scholarships Selected international students from eligible countries may receive £10,000. ASEAN-UK Women in STEM Scholarships Fully funded awards may be available to eligible women from selected East Asian countries. Chevening Scholarships Eligible international applicants may receive tuition, travel and living-cost support. Commonwealth Scholarships Funding may be available to eligible students from developing Commonwealth countries.