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Master of Aviation Management

The University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)

Australia

A flexible aviation management Master's covering airline operations, airport management, aviation economics, regulation, safety and strategic leadership.

Study Level

Master's Degree

Study Mode

Online

Duration

Up to 2 years full-time depending on advanced standing

Programme Overview

UNSW Sydney's Master of Aviation Management is designed for aviation managers and professionals seeking advanced knowledge of the global aviation industry.

Students study aviation economics, airline and airport management, law and regulation, safety, security, technical operations and strategic aviation issues.

Optional specialisations include Airline Operations, Airport Operations and Human Factors and Aviation Safety.

The degree structure recognises relevant previous education and aviation experience through advanced standing, meaning programme duration can vary.

The programme develops strategic, analytical and leadership skills for aviation organisations, regulators, airlines, airports and consultancies.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a recognised three-year Bachelor's degree.

Advanced standing depends on previous academic discipline and aviation-industry experience.

Cognate disciplines include:
Aviation
Science
Engineering
Psychology
Management
Economics
Commerce

Applicants with relevant aviation experience may receive between 24 and 48 units of advanced standing depending on their previous qualification and experience.

Applicants without aviation experience may complete the full 96-UOC programme.

English-Language Requirements

Applicants must meet UNSW's current postgraduate English-language requirement.

A commonly applicable UNSW standard is IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or an approved equivalent qualification.

Applicants should confirm the exact English requirement applicable to their admission profile.

Career Outcomes

Airline Operations ManagerAirport Operations ManagerAviation Strategy AnalystAviation Management Consultant

Scholarship Information

UNSW provides more than AUD 83 million in scholarships, prizes and awards each year. International students may be eligible for merit-based, faculty-specific and international scholarships. Scholarship values, eligibility and application deadlines vary by scheme. Applicants should use the official UNSW Scholarships service for their intended intake.

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