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Aviation

The Level 3 Diploma in Aviation is designed as the first year of a two-year programme which upon successful completion allows students to receive a Level 3 Extended Diploma qualification (equivalent to three A-Levels).

Each unit integrates industry training with educational elements to link curriculum subjects with the real world. Industry certificates will be issued to each student to aid their progression into industry training, University, Degree Apprenticeships and Apprenticeships.

Aviation Education and Training is changing, linking aircraft manufacturers, airlines and airports with the learning pathways that are relevant for the 21st century.

Students will study at college in our new mock cabin and aviation generation room as well as being taught one day a week at Heathrow Academy (10am-4pm), which will include guest talks and speakers from Heathrow Airport and the Aviation industry.

Unit content includes:

  • The Industry – what is it and how does it operate?
  • The Operations – how do airlines and operators use their aircraft?
  • The Sustainability – what is the Industry doing to face the future?
  • Entry requirements

    5 GCSEs Grade 9-5 including English and Maths.

  • Who is the course for?

    Do you want to become one of the next generation of aviation professionals? Then look no further than this programme to launch your career during a time of high global personnel demand. Due to the critical shortage of aviation personnel worldwide across all jobs, we’re creating a Pathway which will commence in September 2024.

  • Study methods

    All students will study a Diploma in the first year of their programme. This consists of classroom based activities and coursework and incorporates a weekly tutorial as well as private study.

  • How is the course assessed?

    The programme is assessed through coursework based activities as well as practical assessments. Each unit integrates industry training with educational elements to link curriculum subjects with the real world.

  • More information

    Aviation Education and Training is changing, linking aircraft manufacturers, airlines and airports with the learning pathways that are relevant for the 21st century.

    Aviation Generation @ HRUC is a partnership between Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group and Aviation Generation.

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    Pathways have been uniquely designed by the industry for the industry and built by a team of industry experts to provide learners with the required knowledge, skills and behaviours for aviation roles. This means that opportunities to progress into industry training and positions are clearly mapped out during the programme. Example pathways may include engineer, flight dispatcher, pilot.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    Upon completion, successful students gain a full Level 3 qualification, which equates to 3 A-Levels, validated by an examining body (BTEC) and can progress to industry training, Apprenticeships, Higher Education and Degree Apprenticeships.

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2025

Starts 2 September 2025

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Uxbridge Campus

Days/Time Monday-Friday
09:00 - 17:00

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About this course

Full Time

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