Boeing forecast that there will be an “unprecedented” demand for 790,000 pilots during the 20 years from 2018, representing double the current workforce and the most significant demand in their history. The demand is being driven by an anticipated doubling of the global commercial aircraft fleet, record-high air travel demand, and a tightening labour supply.

This degree is designed for those with an ambition to become commercial airline pilots and who want to achieve an aviation degree in the process. Experience has shown that airlines desire pilots who have a wide knowledge of the industry so that they can appreciate future challenges facing the industry. This degree programme provides the additional knowledge that will set students apart at the interview stage.

Throughout the course you will be taught by academics and instructors who have many years of experience of working in the aviation industry. Teaching staff are equipped with the skills required to deliver an engaging and effective learning environment. Alongside formal lectures and tutorials, the technical theory is supplemented by practical learning in well-resourced laboratories. To ensure that the course content is aligned to the latest industry trends, visiting lecturers and guest speakers from the industry are invited to deliver some of the teaching.

Important: This course is not available to international students requiring a Tier 4 student visa to study in the UK.

Please be aware that, in addition to university tuition fees, the cost of the second year, which involves the integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) training, is approximately £70,000.