The study of aeronautics and air transport has been pioneered at City University.
City is the first university to introduce an undergraduate degree aimed solely at ab-initio pilots.
The changing requirements of the aviation industry, including aviation law, are met by the course. Air Transport Operations BSc The Air Transport Operations course is designed for the future civilian-commercial aviator. The aim is to provide those entering the air transport industry as pilots with a wider and deeper educational experience that will enable them to contribute more to the industry and to achieve fast-track career progression to senior positions. The course intends to respond to changes in the requirements for the education and training of air transport pilots who wish to be employed by major airlines, and to bring education and training in line with international practice. The content of the course has been designed by academics from the University and professionals from the airline industry, and the course is divided into three parts.