Level 3 Extended Diploma in Aviation Operations

Launch your career in aviation with a programme endorsed by Manchester Airport.

Gain the specialist skills and industry knowledge needed to pursue exciting careers in airport operations, aviation management, air traffic control, cargo operations and dispatch. Delivered by industry specialists, the course brings learning to life through industry placements, guest speakers, airport visits and experiences through the Manchester Airport Skills Hub.

Equivalent to three A Levels, this programme provides an excellent route into employment, apprenticeships or higher education, including HND and degree-level study in aviation, airline operations and management. Whether you want to work at Manchester Airport or explore opportunities across the wider aviation industry, this course will help you take your next step with confidence.

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including maths and/or English Language).

Applicants will also be required to complete an assessment, which must be successfully finished to a satisfactory standard prior to being offered a place in the course.

This qualification provides the opportunity to build UCAS points toward entry to university. For those wishing to progress toward a career in flying, successful completion of this programme at Distinction level is recognised by commercial flight training providers.

This course is also available as a one year option, equivalent to one or one & a half A levels. Please ask for details (Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Aviation Operations or 90 credit Diploma in Aviation Operations).

To enhance studies students may also carry out day visits and an overseas educational visit to the air side area of one or more major European airports such as:-

Geneva, Schiphol, Eindhoven, Palma, Faro, Gibraltar

A variety of guest speakers carry out presentations from airlines, handling agents and cargo operations.

A variety of assessment methods are used including assignments, role plays, case studies, presentations and short tests.
Students are expected to complete additional study and research outside of college.

On successful completion of the course it may be possible for students to apply directly for aviation employment, use the course toward further education here at Trafford College, progress to higher education at university level or flight training.

Flight Attendant, Airport Staff, Supervisor

There are four mandatory core units:

The Aviation Industry
Health, Safety and Security in the Aviation Industry
Security in the Aviation Industry
Inter-relationships within the UK Aviation Industry

Students will also undertake an industry placement, previous placements have been to Barton Aerodrome.

For further information please contact T: 0161 886 7070 or E: info@trafford.ac.uk

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.