This is a specialist course that covers the key knowledge and practical
skills required in the Aviation Industry. It provides you with skills in health,
safety, security and communications required to work within an Airport
environment. It is recognised by the Royal Aeronautical
Society.
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Aviation Level 3
Level 3 - Advanced
Aviation Level 3
Skills and knowledge will be developed through a portfolio of case studies,
reports, projects, practical role plays, presentations and discussions. You will
be based at the Sutton Coldfield campus in our Aviation classroom which includes
a mock up of the interior of a passenger airplane. You will visit a variety of
UK airports to further develop your knowledge and understanding of the aviation
industry. Upon successful completion of the first year you will progress onto the
second year."
Location
Entry
Fees
When
Sutton Coldfield College
01-09-2025
Free*
TBC
Sutton Coldfield College
01-09-2025
Free*
TBC
* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.
Course Length: 35 Weeks
You will need 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above including English and Maths. A positive school or college reference demonstrating good levels of attendance and punctuality will also be required.
Our programme is delivered and assessed using a variety of methods including exams, practical projects, presentations, role play, reports and assignments. The course work will be completed using a range of assessment methods both individually and in groups to help develop employment skills.
On completion of the course you will have a comprehensive understanding of the key elements and components within the Aviation Industry. The extended diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels, where you will study 90 credits (1.5 A-Levels) in year one, with the opportunity to progress to year 2 to complete the extended diploma (3 A-Levels). Upon successful completion of the 2 year course you will have enough UCAS points to study HE programmes at University.
Units that you will study include:
- The UK Aviation Industry
- Health and Safety in the Aviation Industry
- Security in the Aviation Industry
- Inter-relationships within the UK Aviation Industry
- Aviation Geography and Terminology
- Onboard Passenger Operations
- Aircraft Dispatch
- Airport Baggage
- Processing Managing Conflict in Aviation