Program Overview

Overview of Emirates Aviation University Programs

Emirates Aviation University offers a range of programs designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and skills in various fields of aviation. The university is committed to delivering high-quality education and training that meets the needs of the aviation industry.

Program Details

Flight Dispatcher Initial Course (FDIC)

The Flight Dispatcher Initial Course is a 10-week program that provides students with the knowledge and skills required to become effective flight dispatchers. The course is approved by the United Arab Emirates General Civil Aviation Authority (UAE-GCAA) and complies with CAR PART II Chapter 6.

• Course Outline: The course covers a range of subjects, including civil air law and regulations, aviation indoctrination, aircraft performance, weight and balance, navigation, communications, air traffic management, meteorology, flight planning and monitoring, human factors, and security.
• Entry Requirements: Candidates must meet the requirements set by the UAE-GCAA, which includes having no previous flight dispatch experience or having an expired license.
• Programme Fees: The tuition fee for the program is AED 50,000.00, which is non-refundable and includes registration fees, course materials, books, and a flight kit.

Other Programs

The university also offers other programs, including:

• Flight Dispatcher Recurrent Course (FDRC): A 3-day program designed to maintain and enhance critical decision-making skills for advanced business aviation dispatchers and schedulers.
• International Flight Planning (IFP): A 3-day program that teaches students how to plan a successful flight using advanced flight planning techniques.
• Dispatch Resource Management (DRM): A 1-day program that provides tools to prevent incidents and improve dispatch team performance through coordination and communication.

Research Areas

The university focuses on research areas that address societal and industry needs, including:

• Public Good: Research that benefits the public and contributes to the betterment of society.
• Collaborative Research: Research that involves collaboration with other institutions, organizations, or industries to achieve common goals.
• Innovation: Research that focuses on developing new and innovative solutions to real-world problems.

Accreditation

Emirates Aviation University is accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE, and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, UK.