BSc Aviation Operations with Commercial Pilot Training

The BSc Aviation Operations with Commercial Pilot Training at Kingston University is a three-year undergraduate course designed for students who want to become commercial pilots or aviation operations specialists. Students have access to the university’s specialist facilities, which include a flight simulator, drone lab, computer lab and rocket lab. These facilities enhance student learning and preparation to face the challenges of the aviation sector.

This programme combines theory with practical skills to ensure students have the most up-to-date awareness of the aviation industry and piloting abilities. The students will learn about airline and airport operations, airworthiness, aviation economics, safety, and professional development, with a thorough preparation for the ATPL theory exam. Teaching involves lectures, seminars, project work, workshops in computer labs, and small group tutorials, while the assessment is through coursework, practicals, exams and an individual research project.

Kingston University is a public institution located in the riverside town of Kingston Upon Thames, South-West London, England. It was founded in 1899 and was formerly known as Kingston Technical Institute. The university was later referred to as Kingston Polytechnic, before gaining university status in 1992. The university provides modern facilities, including the Town House, IT facilities, a modern library and strong student services and career assistance.

The university has expanded across multiple campuses, embraced modern technology,  remained committed to providing high-quality education, and continually shaped the futures of students through academic excellence and forward-thinking teaching both locally and internationally. Kingston offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as engineering, business, health, social sciences, computer science, and the arts.

All applicants are required to submit a personal statement discussing their interest in the course and relevant academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic referee or employer is required, and a CV may be uploaded to show any relevant experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants typically need three A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, such as a BTEC Extended Diploma in an engineering, science, technology or business subject, with grades MMM.
• Alternatively, an Access Course in a relevant subject, passed with 96 UCAS tariff points, is considered.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants who do not speak English as their first language need an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no element below 5.5.
• Alternative tests such as PTE or TOEFL are accepted.

The tuition fee for this course is £18,500 for international students in the first year. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

Several scholarships and bursaries are offered by Kingston University to international undergraduate and postgraduate students. The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards the first year's tuition fees. When the scholarship is awarded and students pay the full tuition fees in advance, there is a deduction of £5,000 from the initial total fees. The £5,000 deduction is done on the final instalment if students are paying by instalments. The GREAT scholarship, which provides financial support of £10,000 towards tuition fees, is available to international students.

Graduates of this course may pursue job roles such as:

• First Officer (regional or short‑haul airlines)
• Flight Operations Officer
• Air Transport Manager
• Airline Safety Analyst
• Aviation Logistics Coordinator

Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's website or through UCAS. For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.