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**Developed with industry to help your career take off in the Aviation sector.**
Start your journey to becoming a high-flying specialist manager in the global aviation industry with one of the world’s only Aviation Management degrees approved by The Royal Aeronautical Society.
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This is a four-year programme that includes a year of foundational study and leads directly into the degree course. Our foundation year offers the chance to strengthen your skills, knowledge and confidence, before you advance to stage one of your honours degree.<br/><br/>**Developed with industry to help your career take off in the Aviation sector.**<br/><br/>Start your journey to becoming a high-flying specialist manager in the global aviation industry with one of the world’s only Aviation Management degrees approved by The Royal Aeronautical Society.<br/><br/>Delivered in partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Cardiff Airport, our dedicated aviation qualification introduces you to everything from aviation law and strategic management to airport operations and the human side of aviation.<br/><br/>Your learning will take place at Cardiff School of Management, Cardiff Airport and online with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Compulsory work experience at Cardiff Airport in your second year will give you the chance to put theory into practice, showcasing your skills and talents to future employers.<br/><br/>Designed to give you world-class training, combining the latest aviation management theories with hands-on experience, you’ll graduate as a skilled and innovative aviation management specialist, fully prepared to meet the industry’s current and future needs.<br/><br/>With a strong focus on real-world skills, you’ll benefit from our close relationship with Cardiff Airport, gaining direct exposure to airport business and operations throughout your studies. Whether you’re on-site or learning from experienced industry professionals through guest lectures and airport visits, every aspect of this degree is crafted to help you land your dream job in aviation.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Cardiff Met - Llandaff
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
N85F
Institution Code
C20
Points of Entry
Foundation
Grade combinations totalling 32 points considered to include a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers.
Successful completion of the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at level 3
PPP
32 points from Higher Level, minimum H4 considered
GCSEs (Grades A-C) including English Language and Mathematics or Mathematics - Numeracy at grade C / grade 4 or above. Scottish National 5 subjects at grade C or above to include English Language and Maths.
PPP
Grade combinations totalling 32 points considered with a minimum grade C from at least 1 A-level or equivalent
Grade combinations totalling 32 points considered with at least 1 A-level. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as second subject.
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