Aviation Management with foundation year

The foundation year of this Coventry University degree will be delivered from our CU Coventry campus. Course delivery from year 1 onwards will be from Coventry University campus.

Develop your aviation management skills through access to simulators, industry data and projects, with opportunities for practical learning in a specialist environment.

Foundation year
Shape global aviation through data-driven insight, practical experience, and leadership. Our Aviation Management course, based in a unique learning environment, provides simulators, industry data, and projects that prepare you for global aviation careers. Develop your aviation management skills through access to simulators, industry data and projects, with opportunities for practical learning in a specialist environment.

Degree

Ideal for those with a passion for aviation and an interest in business or science, this course combines industry insight with practical learning through simulations, projects and opportunities for international exposure, preparing you for a career in airlines, airports and aviation consultancy.


- Industry-aligned learning: covers airline operations, revenue management and aviation safety using real-world case studies and simulation tools.


- Opportunity to gain global perspectives: benefit from guest lectures, networking events and optional overseas study trips with major aviation organisations.


- Professional skills: build knowledge in data-driven decision-making, strategic planning and regulatory frameworks relevant to aviation management.


Why you should study this course
The course is delivered in an environment that offers an opportunity for individuals from a broad range of subject interests, experiences and backgrounds, to develop their commercial and technical knowledge, skills and capabilities commonly required to chart a successful career within the aviation industry.

Foundation year
• Supports you to gain the academic skills required for degree-level study.



• Provides a grounding in key areas of business and management.



Degree
- Industry-standard practical training: gain hands-on experience with aviation simulation software and real-world case studies used by airlines and airports, with opportunities to develop workplace-relevant skills.


- Direct industry access: benefit from guest lectures by aviation professionals and participate in networking events and site visits to UK aviation organisations.


- Strong alumni network: join a course with a 16-year history and a network of former students working in the aviation sector in companies such as British Airways, Heathrow Airport and Airbus. Some of our alumni are working in senior roles and support our current students through mentoring.


- Specialist skill development: build knowledge of airline revenue management, airport operations and aviation safety through a curriculum designed with input from industry collaborators.


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Coventry University, part of Coventry University Group, is a modern, globally connected university with a mission to create better futures. Founded in 1843 through innovation and enterprise, they continue to work closely with industry to equip their graduates with the real-world skills and creative thinking they need to make a difference.

Coventry is also a Top 5 Student City in England (QS Best Student Cities Index 2026), and they guarantee accommodation if you apply through Clearing. With campuses across Coventry, London, Scarborough, Dagenham, and Greenwich, you can choose to study where it suits you best.

They're rated overall Gold in TEF 2023, recognising the quality of their teaching and student experience. From academic and wellbeing support to their Phoenix+ programme of employability activities and dedicated Success Coaches, they’re with you every step of the way.