| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | 2023-07-09 |
| 2024-01-01 | 2023-11-26 |
Program Overview
Course overview
Accredited
Aviation Conference
Our students had the opportunity to discuss space exploration, customer experience, marketing priorities, sustainable objectives and Net Zero with industry leaders.
Teesside International Airport
You also benefit from our collaboration with Teesside International Airport who host field trips and guest lectures for our students to provide a rich and immersive learning experience.
Talentview Aviation
An employment resource hub for our aviation students to access graduate roles, opportunities and visibility by employers across the UK aviation industry.
This is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Stockton Riverside College.
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Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Aviation and Tourism FdA
(Full-time, N831 FdA/AT) at Teesside University is an innovative program that allows you to combine modules from the aviation, travel, and tourism sectors. You will gain a solid understanding of the industries while developing critical skills and knowledge relevant to your chosen career path. This 2-year program is designed to offer a comprehensive introduction to the aviation and tourism sectors, providing you with the necessary foundation for further development in your chosen field.
Objectives:
- Acquire comprehensive knowledge of the aviation and tourism sectors.
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Enhance communication and teamwork abilities.
- Gain practical experience through field trips and guest lectures.
- Prepare for a successful career in the aviation or tourism industry.
Description:
The program offers a unique learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. You will gain insights into the various sectors of the aviation and tourism industries, covering topics such as marketing, customer service, regulations, safety, security, technology, and sustainability. The program also provides you with the opportunity to specialize in specific areas that interest you, ensuring you graduate with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue your desired career path.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Aviation Operations Management
- Travel and Tourism Management
- Marketing
- Customer Service
- Regulations and Safety
- Technology and Innovation
- Sustainability
- Business Management
Program Structure:
- Year 1: Core Modules
- Exploring Health, Safety and Security in Aviation
- Innovation and Technology in Aviation and Tourism
- Introduction to Study and Transferable Skills
- Marketing Principles and Practice in Aviation and Tourism
- Structure and Regulation of the Aviation Industry
- Understanding Sector Customer Service Provision
- Year 2: Core Modules
- Business Economics and Financial Insight
- Contemporary Issues in Aviation
- Exploring Tourism Destination Development
- Performance Management and Leadership in Aviation and Tourism
- Professional Development and Employability Planning
- Understanding Research in Aviation or Tourism
- Optional Modules/Specializations: (Depending on availability and interest)
- Airport Operations
- Airline Management
- Travel Agency Management
- Hotel Management
- Tourism Destination Management
- Event Management
Course Schedule:
- Semester 1: September - January
- Semester 2: February - June
Individual Modules:
Exploring Health, Safety and Security in Aviation:
You will study the universal implementation of industry health, safety, and security standards. Understand the key aviation operations relating to teamwork, health, security, and safety and how they contribute to emergency planning and mitigating incidents. You will also explore management issues and decision-making connected to the key aspects.
Innovation and Technology in Aviation and Tourism:
Explore the use of technology within aviation, travel, and tourism sectors. Examine the benefits and limitations, as well as the implications from a range of perspectives including legal, economic, environmental, human resource, and operational efficiency. Investigate trends and development within the sector, also looking at the potential effects of future technological developments.
Introduction to Study and Transferable Skills:
This module facilitates your transition into higher education as you reflect on your own learning and achievement. You gain knowledge and skills in a variety of learning environments, identifying areas for further development. You are also encouraged to critique your own work.
Marketing Principles and Practice in Aviation and Tourism:
Marketing is an important aspect for all businesses in aviation and tourism organisations. It outlines their brand and sets the tone of their culture. In this module, you will study the fundamental principles of marketing and its impact on a changing and competitive environment. Explore the specific marketing applications, skills, and techniques used by the service sector. Analyse buyer behaviours, which are intrinsic to effective marketing success.
Structure and Regulation of the Aviation Industry:
In this module, you gain an understanding of the aviation industry's structure, including the roles and responsibilities of key organisations. You will also study the historical underpinning of keynote legislation, focusing on how this has evolved and developed. You examine the external factors on regulation, understanding the need for universal industry regulative standards.
Understanding Sector Customer Service Provision:
You will gain an understanding of how aviation and tourism organisations are shaped and defined by customer-facing opportunities. Develop your customer service management skills, considering the importance of gathering information from customers. Examine how service delivery can be improved using a range of research methods and analyse customer service policies and procedures.
Assessment:
Knowledge and skills are assessed through various methods:
- Reports
- Essays
- Projects
- Case Studies
- Examinations
- Individual or Group Presentations
- Group Activities
- Personal Development Portfolio
Teaching:
Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Field Trips
- Guest Lectures
- Industry Collaboration
Careers:
The program prepares you for a wide range of careers in the aviation and tourism industry, which includes:
- Public Sector Tourism Management
- Airport Management
- Retail Travel Management
- Business Management
- Hospitality Management
- Leisure Management
Recent graduates and current students have secured employment with leading organizations such as:
- Virgin
- Jet2
- easyJet
- British Airways
- IAG
- Securitas
- Teesside International Airport
- Manchester Airport
- Newcastle International Airport
- London Heathrow
- Gatwick Airport
Other:
- The program offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience through field trips to major airports and other relevant organizations within the industry.
- Guest lectures from industry leaders are regularly organized, providing you with valuable insights into real-world challenges and career progression.
- Small class sizes ensure personalized attention and support from experienced faculty members.
- You have access to a dedicated study abroad team who can advise and assist you if you wish to undertake international study opportunities as part of your program.
Please let me know if you have any further questions.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
UK Applicants:
- Fee: £6,150 per year
- Payment:
- Can be paid in full upfront
- Can be paid in installments
- Student finance options are available for eligible students
- Additional Information:
- Includes tuition, registration, and examination fees
- Does not include accommodation, books, or other living expenses
International Applicants:
- Information: This course is not available to international students requiring a student visa.
- Fees: Information on fees for international students is not available for this specific course. For information on fees for international students at Teesside University in general, please contact the university directly.
Non-EU Applicants:
- Information on fees for non-EU applicants is not available for this specific course. For information on fees for non-EU students at Teesside University in general, please contact the university directly.