Aviation is a huge international industry with key players from globally recognised airlines to futuristic airports. Airlines transported almost 7 billion passengers worldwide in 2022, while global cities, ‘mega-regions and emerging destinations are experiencing phenomenal growth in aviation development. New digital technologies are also being harnessed to create ‘smarter operations, conscious of the global environmental challenges society faces.
Developed with extensive input from industry experts, our Aviation and Airport Management degree will help your career ‘take off in this dynamic sector. Using our state-of-the-art facilities, including our Aviation and Tourism Suite and industry-recognised software, you will gain a deep understanding of the aviation environment and practices through simulated and real-life industry projects, visiting airports, networking with experts and learning first-hand how the industry functions.
Research shows 70% of employers are reluctant to recruit graduates without relevant work experience. One of the benefits of our aviation course is the option of a four-year degree with a 48-week paid work placement, giving you a distinctive advantage in a competitive job market. A number of our students have also worked part-time at Birmingham Airport, and with the airports £500 million expansion plan to become the ‘Midlands Gateway to the World, there are fantastic opportunities on your doorstep both during and after your studies.
February 2025
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
February 2026
University College Birmingham
Summer Row,
Birmingham,
B3 1JB, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England
A-levels: An A-level grade profile of CDD.
T-levels: A T-level graded Pass with a core component of grade C.
BTEC: A BTEC grade profile of MMP. This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted at University College Birmingham for entry. A minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff points will be required.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 80 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
IELTS (Academic or UKVI) of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, depending on your course requirements. TOEFL iBT score of 72, with minimum band scores of Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, and Speaking 20.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.