Aviation Courses: Fees 2024, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

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Aviation courses have always been a popular course among students in India. Candidates who aspire to make a career in the aviation industry or are passionate to become a pilot can choose aviation courses. The course is quite wide and provides multiple designations to candidates as per their course. Some other profiles offered to aviation degree holders are an air traffic controller, airline technician and many more. Before enrolling themselves in the aviation course, candidates need to have a detailed knowledge of the aviation course, eligibility criteria and more.

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Table of Contents
  1. Aviation Courses: Highlights
  2. Types of Aviation Courses
    • 2.1 Popular Aviation Courses
    • 2.2 Aviation Degree Courses
    • 2.3 Aviation Diploma Courses
    • 2.4 Aviation Certification Courses
  3. Aviation Syllabus
  4. FAQs on Aviation Courses

Aviation Courses: Highlights

Aviation Course Events Aviation Course Particulars
Course Name BSc Aviation
Course Level Undergraduate
Course Duration 3 Years
Examination Type Semester
Eligibility Criteria Must have Class 12th (or equivalent level of examination) certificate from a recognised board with Physics and Mathematics.
Average Course Fee INR 1 - 3 Lakhs
Average Salary INR 2 - 6 Lakhs

Types of Aviation Courses

Aviation courses are best suited for candidates who wish to be a part of the cabin crew or aspire to fly an aircraft. The candidates need to get an understanding of the aviation courses. Aviation courses are of different types and are offered at different levels. Passionate and eligible candidates can pursue aviation courses after class 10th or 12th. The aviation courses are also offered at different levels including graduation, diploma etc. There are various professional courses available in the aviation streams. Here in the article, we have shared various types of aviation courses available in India.

Popular Aviation Courses

Candidates can pursue aviation courses in different modes like full-time or regular. There are many aviation courses that are offered in online mode. Candidates can also pursue certification in aviation courses. Some of the popular aviation courses are listed below: 

Aviation Courses Duration
BSc in Aeronautics (Aircraft Maintenance Engineering) 3 years
Diploma in Customs Clearance and Freight Forwarding 18 months
Post Graduate Diploma in Custom Clearance and Freight Forwarding (PGDCC&FF) 1 year
BSc in Aviation 3 years
BMS in Customs Clearance Freight Forwarding and Logistics 3 years
BSc in Maritime Hospitality Studies 3 years
BSc Aeronautics (Mechanics and Avionics) 3 years

Aviation Degree Courses

Aviation degree courses can be pursued by candidates after qualifying class 12th from a recognised board or institute with a minimum 50% marks. Candidates should have basic English and Geography knowledge and should have passed class 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics stream. 

Some of the popular Aviation Degree Courses are listed below:

Aviation Degree Courses Duration
BSc in Aeronautics (Avionics) 3 years
BSc in Aviation Science 3 years
BBA in Aviation Management 3 years
BSc in Aeronautics (Mechanical) 3 years

Aviation Diploma Courses

There are various institutes and colleges in India that provide aviation diploma courses in India. Candidates can pursue Aviation diploma courses after completing Class 10th or 12th. They need to meet the required eligibility criteria to take admitted to Aviation diploma courses. Candidates should have knowledge of Geography and the English language. Admissions in Aviation diploma courses are done on the basis of merit or entrance exam. 

Aviation Certification Courses

This is a short-term course in aviation. Candidates can pursue certificate courses in aviation after completing class 10th or 12th with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics streams. Certificate courses are six to twelve-month duration courses. 

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Aviation Syllabus

The goal of the course is to disseminate in-depth subject knowledge on a wide range of aviation topics. The course makes an effort to assist the students in developing their skills in the fields of employment they have selected. The table below provides candidates with access to the Aviation courses' degree-specific syllabi.

Diploma Course Syllabus

Semester

Syllabus

Semester 1

Mathematics

Physics

Organizational Behavior

Mathematics for Engineering

Effective Communication

Cognitive Process and Problem-Solving

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Semester 2

Engineering Designing

Operation Planning

Engineering Cost Decisions

Statistical Methods for Engineering

Avionics System

Airline Operations

Introduction to Programming

Distribution and Transportation

UG Course Syllabus

Year 

Syllabus

Year 1

Aviation Mathematics

Aviation Physics 1

Aviation Science 1

Indian Heritage and Culture

English-I

Aircraft Awareness and Simulator Practicals

Second Language Paper 1

Aircraft Awareness and Simulator Practicals

Year II

Aviation Physics-II

Aviation Science-II

English-II

Computer Application in Aviation

Second Language Paper-II

Aviation English Computer Practicals

Environmental Science

Aviation English Computer Practicals

Year III

Aviation Physics-III

Aviation Science-III

Aviation Physics-IV

Aircraft Ground Handling and Safety Practicals

Aviation Science-IV

Aircraft Inspection Procedures

Air Navigation and Regulation

Aircraft Inspection Procedures

PG Course Syllabus

Semester

Syllabus

Semester 1

Economics & Management Decisions

Marketing Management

Organizational Behavior

Quantitative Methods

Operations Management

Human Resource Management Principles & Practices of Management

Fundamentals of Airlines Operations

Airport Planning & Management

Semester 2

Econometrics

Business Research Methods

Human Resource Management

Business Ethics

Marketing Management

Airline Operation and Scheduling

Aviation Security & Safety Management

Air Cargo Management

Managerial Economics

Quality Management

Program Elective I

Open Elective I

Industrial Visit

Semester 3

Customer Relationship Management

Aviation Regulatory Management

Operation Management

Dissertation

Summer Internship

Semester 4

Airport Ramp Operations

Airport Terminal Operations

International Business

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FAQs on Aviation Courses

Q. Which aviation course is best in India?

A. Some of the popular aviation courses in India are -

  • Diploma in Airfare & Ticketing Management
  • BSc Aviation
  • BBA in Airport Management
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME), etc. 

Q. Can I join an aviation course after 12th?

A. Yes, there are many diploma, certificate and degree courses available in aviation after class 12th. After completing their 12th grade or receiving their degree, students can continue their aviation studies. Admissions to aviation courses are made either on the basis of class 12 grades with an overall average of 50% in physics, chemistry, and arithmetic or through entrance tests for common management programmes.

Q. Is JEE required for a BSc aviation course?

A. No, there is no entrance examination for admission to the BSc Aviation course.

For admission to BE/BTech, BArch, and BPlan programmes at NITs, IIITs, and other Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs), as well as institutions/universities supported/recognized by participating State Governments, the Joint Entrance Examination, or JEE Main, is held. JEE Advanced, which is given for IIT entrance, is also an eligibility test for JEE Main.

Q. What to study to become a pilot?

A. In order to become a pilot, candidates are required to qualify their graduation degree in Aeronautical Engineering or similar aviation course. Candidates with the science stream are eligible to apply for the course. If you want to become a pilot, you can enrol in a pilot training programme after you finish high school or pass the NDA exam to receive training as an Air Force pilot. The primary prerequisite for becoming a pilot after your 12th grade year is having finished your 10+2 in Science, but many pilot training institutes also admit commerce students. In India, you must be at least 17 years old to pursue a career as a pilot, and you must also present a fitness and medical certificate.

Q. Which course is best for an airport job?

A. Candidates are required to take any Aviation course like BBA in Airport Management or other similar aviation course to get a job in the aviation industry. 

The three-year, six-semester Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Airport Management undergraduate programme covers topics like passenger forecasting, airport planning, aerodrome construction, security at airports, and fire safety.

Q. How much does an aviation course cost?

A. The average cost of a CPL aviation course is between INR 20 Lakhs to INR 50 Lakhs depending on the college and course. 

Q. What is the salary of an IndiGo pilot?

A. According to ambitionbox.com, the average annual salary of an IndiGo Pilot in India is INR 57.8 Lakhs. The annual salary of a Pilot at IndiGo ranges between INR 30 Lakhs to INR 85 Lakhs. 

Q. What is the fee of pilot training in India?

A. The fee of pilot training in India is about INR 35-40 lacs from a DGCA approved flight school. 

Q. What are the subjects in aviation?

A. Some of the subjects included in Aviation Management are aviation safety, aerodynamics, meteorology, aircraft systems, airline management, and international aviation are many other topics. 

Q. Can I do aviation after 10th?

A. Yes, candidates can pursue aviation courses after class 10th. There are many certificate and diploma courses in aviation that can be pursued after class 10th. Some of the certfiicate courses that candidates can pursue are -

  • Certificate in Airport Familiarisation and Security Management
  • Air Hostess & Flight Steward Training
  • Advance Diploma in Aviation & Tourism Management
  • Advance Diploma in Aviation, Tourism & Hospitality Management
  • Aircraft Maintenance

Q. Can I pursue diploma courses in aviation?

A. Yes, there are a number of diploma and PG Diploma courses available in aviation. Candidates can pursue any of them according to their interest.

The full-time Diploma in Aviation programme lasts from 6 months to 1 year and focuses on managing airports and the aviation industry. The minimal requirement for obtaining an aviation diploma is 10+2 or an equivalent grade from an approved board. In the class 12 exam, they must receive at least a 50% passing grade.

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