Airline and Airport Management (Top-up) Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Indicate point of entry as Year 3 when applying for this top-up degree.

Course overview:\
Explore the inner workings of the aviation industry and gain practical experience working at an airport, for an airline, or a global aviation brand with this top-up course. Guest lectures and field trips allow you to observe first-hand how airports, airlines and regulatory bodies operate. From check-in, security, and consumer shopping, through to managing passengers, VIP lounges and boarding, this course enables you to experience the passenger perspective, meeting the demands of existing and future travellers in a highly competitive market.\
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You investigate future trends in airline and airport operations, focusing on how airlines differentiate in a competitive market, and develop innovative business models to support global economic growth. You explore the industry's evolution and the significance of air travel in connecting the world, emphasising the importance of connectivity and how ambitious aviation strategies can unite people and places.\
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Develop your business acumen, vocational skills and management insights by studying key theories and current practices, including crisis and safety management, consumer and marketing theories, handling difficult individuals, team management, counter-terrorism, business resilience, and service standards.

Top reasons to study this course:

1. Quality teaching: you are taught by industry professionals who have worked for global brands.

2. Industry input: leading collaborations with national and international sector organisations, offering a wealth of guest lectures and field visits to enhance your professional and research opportunities.

3. Practice-based learning: most of your modules are delivered at Teesside International Airport at the Teesside Aviation Skills Academy, where you get to experience airport operations first hand.

4. Skills for the future: develop the knowledge and skills for your future career.

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After the course:

You learn to adapt to new and emerging circumstances, which is essential for a career in aviation. Connect your classroom learning with practical experiences in a professional environment, through field trips and visits with key organisations, gaining the knowledge and employability skills you need to succeed in your chosen career.\
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Aviation is a truly global sector, offering many opportunities for dynamic and diverse career prospects. These could be working for airports, airlines, or third-party work. Some of these are aeroplane manufacturing, air crew, air traffic control, airfield operations, airline operations, airline training, airport director, airport manager, airport operations, airport security manager, aviation regulation, baggage handling, border agency, cargo management, commercial aircraft worthiness, freight companies, IT services, marketing, meteorologist and procurement.