Air Transport (Hons) University of Malta

Overview

The Air Transport (Hons) degree is offered jointly with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is offered jointly with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is part of a dual degree programme that will award you with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautics.

You will be enrolled with both Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Worldwide and the University of Malta and will graduate from both universities with the two awards. 

The programme structure and delivery is specifically tailored for the combined needs of the professional pilot and airline industry, allowing you to continue working as a professional pilot whilst studying at your own pace and to immediately apply the learning outcomes at your place of work to the benefit of your organisation.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the programme, you will be able to:

• Apply the scientific and technical knowledge gained in the programme when trouble-shooting and making decisions;

• Manage cockpit resources more efficiently;

• Apply the knowledge in automation and human factors acquired in the programme to interact with automation in the cockpit more effectively;

• Identify and assess potential failure paths in flight;

• Describe the systems, processes and procedures that are in place to reduce the risk of accident and ensure safety in flight; and

• Apply mathematical techniques to data for scientific interpretation.

Career opportunities

• This dual degree award from internationally recognised universities will enhance your career opportunities as a professional pilot, providing the edge in the progress of your flying career, such as in promotion to command and other senior roles. 

• It also offers you a greater opportunity of securing office-related appointments that may include management, safety, regulatory, planning, technical and business roles. The award also provides you with a perfect platform to further specialise in the sector of air transport at master's and doctoral levels.