APPLY NOW MENU Challenge yourself and push beyond what you dreamed possible with this unique opportunity to experience life in the Royal Air Force whilst you study. FIND OUT HOW TO APPLY OUR MAIN ROLE Does the thought of stepping out of a lecture hall knowing that you’ll soon be stepping on board one of the most advanced aircraft in the world excite you? In the University Air Squadron, you will be part of the UK’s Air and Space Power, contributing to national and global defence. Membership of a UAS does not carry any obligation on the part of the RAF or the individual for subsequent service in the RAF. NO ORDINARY SUMMER EXPLORE LIFE IN A UAS: GET YOUR HEAD OUT OF BOOKS AND INTO THE CLOUDS With the University Air Squadron you won’t be a passenger, we will teach you to fly. We will give you the skills and confidence to fly solo along with ground training opportunities. As a member of a University Air Squadron you will receive world-class training, setting you up with life-long transferable skills. Working closely in teams you’ll develop how you communicate, making you an effective leader. You will grow in confidence, learn many new things about yourself and step out of your comfort zone to face mental and physical challenges. All whilst getting paid. You will have the opportunity to explore 21 commissioned branches and the wealth of career options available in the RAF. It’s not all work and study, you will also take part in numerous sports and adventure training such as rock climbing, skiing and sailing – both in the UK and abroad. By joining the University Air Squadron you’re signing up to a university experience far beyond what you’ve imagined with no commitment to join after. If, right now, you’re feeling something in the pit of your stomach, then this is the opportunity for you whilst you study. 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