Last Updated: 18 October 2021
Aviation Management
The Diploma in Aviation Management will equip you with a broad base of knowledge about the operational, commercial, safety and security management of airports and airlines. Immerse yourself in experiential learning through our Diamond 40 flight simulators and Virtual Aerodrome Laboratory, where you will manage aircraft flight controls and direct air traffic from a control tower.
Course details
| Field of study | Business and Management |
| Certification offered |
Diploma in Aviation Management |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This a Group 1 PFP course.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
|
Any one of the following subjects
|
1-3 |
|
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA |
1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
|
Any one of the following subjects
|
1-6 |
Course modules
- Innovation and Practice
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Singapore, the World and I
- Effective Workplace Communication
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth II)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready II)
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Mathematics
- Programming for Engineering
- Fundamentals of Industrial Internet of Things
- Data Visualisation and Analysis for Engineering
- Fundamentals of Unmanned Systems
- Operations Planning
- Engineering Cost Decisions
- Statistical Methods for Engineering
- Warehousing and Storage
- Distribution and Transportation
- Airline Operations
- General Aircraft Systems
- Airport Planning and Design
- Flight Operations Management
- Airport Management
- Human Factors and Aviation Safety
- Airside Operations and Air Traffic Management
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Option A
- Select Elective modules totalling 12 MCs from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma and/or from the basket of modules listed below
List of electives:
- Principles of Mechanics
- Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
Option B
- Select a Minor Programme
Option C
- Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes (only for eligible students)
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Option 1
- One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Project
Select 1 module from the list below:
- Industry Immersion Programme
- Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme
- Corporate Innovation Immersion Programme
Option 2
- Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Industry Immersion Programme or Industry Immersion Programme (Special Programme)
- Industry Immersion Programme II
Some modules and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.
Internship
| Internship duration | 1 semester to 1 academic year long internship |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Air Traffic Controller
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- Airside Officer
- Ramp Officer
- Load Control Officer
- Flight Operations Officer (Ground Services)
- Air Operations Centre Coordinator
- Airport Terminal Duty Manager
- Airline Flight Controller
- Network Planning Analyst
- Ground Services Officer
- Customer Services Officer
- Airline Station Manager
- Cabin Crew
- Pilot
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.