Program Overview

Master of Science in Aviation Engineering and Operations Management

The Master of Science in Aviation Engineering and Operations Management is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced education and training for students who intend to upgrade their knowledge and/or pursue advanced careers in civil aviation engineering, operations, and management.

Programme Aims

The program aims to:

• provide advanced education and training for students who intend to upgrade their knowledge and/or to pursue advanced careers in civil aviation engineering, operations, and management;
• enable students to develop their competence to increase their competitiveness in the job market and become the backbone of the civil aviation industry;
• enable students to obtain a good understanding and mastery of the most up-to-date advanced technologies in the areas of civil aviation engineering, operations, and management;
• enable students to apply their learned knowledge and skills to solve problems encountered in practice.

Characteristics

The program integrates knowledge and skills from various disciplines, such as aviation, engineering, management, and finance, to provide a comprehensive understanding of aviation engineering and operations management. The program emphasizes the practical application of theoretical concepts through hands-on projects, case studies, and industry collaborations, allowing students to gain practical experience in aviation engineering and operations management.

Programme Details

• Entrance Year: September 2026
• Programme Code: 48005
• Mode of Study: Mixed Mode
• Normal Duration:
  • 1.5 years (Full-time)
  • 2.5 years (Part-time)
• Fund Type: Self-Financed
• Credits Required for Graduation: 31
• Tuition Fees: HK$8,500 per credit for local and non-local students

Programme Leadership

• Programme Leader: Prof. WU Lingxiao, BSc, MSc, PhD
• Deputy Programme Leader: Prof. LI Ang, BEng, MSc, PhD

Financial Aids and Scholarships

Several financial aids and scholarships are available for students pursuing the Master of Science in Aviation Engineering and Operations Management, including:

• AAE MSc Dissertation Scholarship
• Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
• Hong Kong Aviation Scholarship Scheme
• Professional Training and Examination Refund Scheme (MATF - ProTERS)

AAE MSc Dissertation Scholarship

• Amount of Scholarship: HK$60,000
• Eligibility: Full-time MSc students who complete 7 taught subjects, including at least 6 AAE Core Subjects, and a Dissertation, and attain a cumulative GPA of not lower than 3.0.
• Assessment Criteria: Academic achievements, professional qualifications, work experience, and interview performance.

Continuing Education Fund (CEF)

• Eligibility: Hong Kong residents who have the right of abode or the right to land or to remain in Hong Kong without restriction.
• Reimbursable Courses:
  • AAE5102: Operations Research, Resource Planning and Engineering Management in Aviation
  • AAE5103: Artificial Intelligence in the Aviation Industry
  • AAE5106: Flight Standards and Airworthiness
  • AAE5110: Air Transport Economics and Policy
  • AAE5111: Human Factors, Accident Prevention and Aviation Safety Risk Management
  • AAE5112: Airport Operations and Management

Hong Kong Aviation Scholarship Scheme (HKASS)

• Objective: To encourage continuous professional enhancement for the aviation sector in Hong Kong.
• Eligibility:
  • Have the right of abode, right to land, or have entered Hong Kong on One-way Permits.
  • Be registered students of the eligible programs.
  • Undertake to work in the aviation sector in Hong Kong for at least 12 consecutive calendar months within 3 calendar months upon successful completion of the eligible program.
• Amount of Scholarship: Full scholarships to complete aviation-related degree or higher degree programs, capped at about HK$100,000 each.

Professional Training and Examination Refund Scheme (ProTERS)

• Eligibility:
  • Be a HKSAR resident and lawfully employable in Hong Kong.
  • Be in full-time employment in aviation-related work in an organization operating in Hong Kong.
  • Have not been granted any other forms of government subsidy or financial assistance for the relevant pre-approved course/examination.
• Pre-approved Courses:
  • Master of Science in Aviation Engineering (Aviation Operations and Management)/(Aeronautical Engineering)
  • Master of Science in Aviation Engineering and Operations Management
  • Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering
• Refund Amount: 80% of the fees, subject to a maximum of HK$30,000.