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The Professional Master of
Aviation Science (PMAS) at RCST is a post-graduate research-based study
designed for aviation professionals working in aviation related organizations.
Candidates for the research-based program must have advanced degree (e.g.
Master) in fields of aviation, engineering and technology, with years of
professional experience in aviation organizations. The learning structure for
the Professional Master of
Aviation Science (PMAS) is divided into two distinct parts - taught and
research.
First part of the program intends to prepare middle managers to senior management
level roles. It allows aviation professionals to advance their knowledge in a
wide range of areas and to explore new concepts in Air Transportation. It aims
to prepare future senior managers to cope with the various challenges of
aviation in the
next century.
Second part of the
program is to research current aviation industry issues. Professionals will
develop practical skills in research related to the aviation industry. It gives
future senior leaders the opportunity to enhance their problem-solving and
analytical skills. Those abilities are highly recommended for senior management
positions.
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Students studying the Professional Master of Aviation
Science (PMAS) can structure their studies according to the needs of the
student based on accumulated experience and degree objectives. The required
Master Thesis component of the program can
deepen the knowledge in a specific field of aviation such as ...
● Safety Systems
Development
● Aviation Safety and
Security
● Operational Analysis
● Aviation Human Factors
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Aviation Globalization
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Air Traffic Control
Operations
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Aviation Engineering Management
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Airport Environmental
Sustainabiliy
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Rogram learning outcomes
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Understand the
importance of making the right operational decisions when Airport Master Plan is
draft.
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Acquire in-depth
knowledge of Civil Aviation Authorities’ responsibilities in improving safety
and security
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Understand the
interaction between the different players involved in future commercial
space flights
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Master various
steps of certification process for air operators, aircraft, and maintenance
organisations
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Elaborate the environmental policies for the Airlines and Airports of the
new Century.
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Career Prospects
Professional Master of
Aviation Science
(PMAS) degree will prepare
graduates for exciting and
challenging careers in
leadership positions
in
aviation organizations and authorities
such as:
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Airport Terminal
Officer |
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Airlines Dispatch
Manager
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Aviation Services
Officer |
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Airport Safety Administrator |
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Airline and Airport Field
Controller |
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Commercial
Airlines Manager |
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Airport Operations Leadership |
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Ground
Operations Controller
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PMAS
Program LEARNING Structure
This
practice-integrated program is
designed
for
accomplished aviation professionals
with minimum of 5 years professional experience in aviation industry,
and possessed
a
Master
degree or
equivalent in
field of aviation, engineering, and technology.
Our Professional Master of Aviation
Science (PMAS) includes both taught courses (40%), and independent research
and thesis (60%).
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part-1: COURSES -
PROFESSIONAL MASTER OF
Aviation
SCIENCE |
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MAVR
650 |
Airlines of the Future
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MAVR
660 |
Next Generation Airports
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MAVR 670 |
Commercial Space Flights
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MAVR 680 |
Civil Aviation Authorities
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MAVR 690 |
Civil Aviation Projects Management |
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part-2: INDEPENDENT REARCH AND THESIS |
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The student must complete
a research project in a chosen area of aviation
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Write a
Master Thesis Proposal of
1000 words ..
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Submit the thesis proposal
to the Director of the School of Aviation Sciences
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Director of SAS
will write
comment-report before you start writing the
thesis
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The Master Thesis length
is of approximately 20,000 – 30,000 words.
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GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
Professional Master
of
Aviation Science
(PMAS) degree requires
successful completion of
6
graduate-level courses with minimum
total of 60
ECTS-Credits. The Total Cumulative Credits will include core courses, master thesis.
Student performance will be measured against acceptable overall academic
achievements
throughout the study.
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Progression to
DOCTORATE PROGRAM
Student who have successfully
completed the Professional Master of Aviation Science (PMAS)
can move ahead to enrol in
the doctoral degree program (e.g. Doctor of Aviation Science) at RCST Rockfield College of
Sciences and Technology; more information about
Doctor of Aviation Science and
Management (DASM)
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Special Admission Requirements
● Applicant
must be at least 25-years
old;
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Possess a Master
Degree
or equivalent in the fields of
Aviation
● Have
at least
5-years
of professional working experience
in the Aviation Industry
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Additional Information
FOR THE PROGRAM |
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Graduation Award |
Professional Master
of Aviation Science |
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Total Credits Required. |
Minimum 60 ECTS-Credits (include transfer credits) |
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Assessment
Methods |
Exams and Assignments per course (Course Examination) |
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Program Study Methods |
Supported Distance
Learning (SDL) and Online (Study
Methods) |
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Admission
Requirements |
Bachelor
Degree or equivalent
(Admission Requirements) |
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Admission Intakes (DLS) |
Year-Round Admission anytime for Distance Learning Study (DLS) |
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Study
Duration
(DLS) |
12 Months
or Less,
depends on
Transfer Credits |
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Tuition Fees
(DLS) |
CHF
530.00 per course (see
Tuition Fees Information)
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Admission Evaluation |
CHF 100.00 (Admission Evaluation Processing - Non-Refundable) |
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