The first two years of the Aviation Management course provide a general introduction to business analysis, the aviation sector and technical aspects of piloting. DCU is recognised as a Registered Training Facility (RTF) by the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) for the theoretical knowledge needed to acquire the Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL). The third year of the course begins with a four- to six-month INTRA work placement in a related aviation setting. The second half of third year is comprised of both specialist business and aviation modules. In the fourth year, the course divides into two streams. You may opt to pursue integrated flight training at an approved Flight Training Organisation with a view to qualifying as a commercial pilot (Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL))*; or you may choose to follow more specialist studies in aviation management here in DCU. Flight Training Organisations currently approved by DCU include: Flight Training Europe (Jerez, Spain) – www.ftejerez.com Oxford Aviation Academy (Oxford, UK) – www.oaa.com *Please be aware, qualifying as a commercial pilot entails expenses estimated to be around €100,000.

A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade 06/H7, to include the subjects English OR Irish AND the subject Mathematics. In addition, applicants must present at least two subjects at grade H5. Exception: Bachelor of Education (Primary Teaching) (DC002, DC003 and DC004) A minimum of six Leaving Certificate subjects at Grade 06/H7, to include a H4 in Irish, 04/H7 in English and 04/H7 in Mathematics. Applicanst must present at least three subjects at grade H5. In addition to the general entry requirements for admission to the university the following entry requirements apply: Minimum of O4 or H6 in Mathematics.