MSc International Aviation Regulation and Law

Why study this subject?

The global aviation industry is heavily controlled by a complex series of local, national, regional and international regulations and laws set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation – a master’s degree in this subject will equip you with a critical understanding needed to work in this area.

It is suitable for those currently employed within the industry, or aviation, business and economics graduates who wish to specialise and develop expertise in this field.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

Our MSc in International Aviation Regulation and Law will give you the skills and knowledge you need to learn how to apply global aviation regulations within the industry, as well as focusing on contract law, commercial law and civil law.

Throughout the course, you will learn from skilled lecturers within the School of Aviation and Security who have a high level of working knowledge based on industry experience. Our tutors will give you the practical, managerial and intellectual skills to use within aviation regulation and law roles.

As well as receiving top-class lectures and seminars, students are also supported by personal tutors, module leaders and course leaders. In addition, students often have the opportunity to engage with external experts to enrich their learning and understand current and emerging trends.

Our collaboration with ICAO and the CAA, ACI Europe, and our wide network of associate contributors, will also provide you with the opportunity to gain the unique insights that you’ll need to be able to contribute to highly effective regulatory and legal management.

To aid your learning, you’ll take part in simulation-based activities to develop team and individual capabilities in the face of challenging scenarios. You’ll also be able to use our library to support your studies, whether you’re looking for the resources you need or just a quiet place to study.

Buckinghamshire New University is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and supports the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans, and military families contribute to our business and country.

If you are a member of the Armed Forces, you may be able eligible to received funding for this programme under the UK Ministry of Defence Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) scheme – our ELCAS number is 1682.

As a BNU student, you will automatically become a member of Bucks Students’ Union giving you access to a wide range of services that we offer for free. Upon graduation, you will become a member of the University’s alumni community giving you access to a wide range of benefits throughout your lifetime.

What will I study?

This one-year course consists of five modules. There are three specialist, technical modules (Airline Regulation and Law, Airport Regulation and Law, Airspace Regulation and Law) which aim to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and legal frameworks which underpin the industry.

These are then complemented with two academic and professional development modules (Aviation Research Project and Air Transport Management and Leadership).

What facilities can I use?

We’ve invested in a range of state-of-the-art facilities across our campuses to support your learning.

Our library is the perfect place to find the resources you need and a quiet place to study, filled with four floors of books, journals, computer suites and study rooms. Or, if you’d rather work off campus, e-Journals and resources are only a few clicks away using our Virtual Learning Environment.

How will I be taught and assessed?

Our supportive and experienced course team have extensive knowledge and capability in the areas that matter in the sector now and in the future, including globalisation, market growth and organisational resilience.

Throughout the course, students will be taught through a variety of methods, including:

• interactive lectures
• workshops
• case studies
• discussions
• independent and group study
• presentations
• problem-based activities.

You’ll also take part in simulation-based activities to develop team and individual capabilities in the face of challenging scenarios, where learning by participation is linked back to theory under pressured but safe conditions.

We offer a wide range of industry site visits enabling you to network with key professionals and organisations. Previous site visits have included:

• Birmingham Airport
• London Heathrow Airport
• Hamburg Airport
• Airbus
• British Airways.

Each module takes a hybrid approach to learning with two weeks of full-time attendance at our High Wycombe campus followed by three weeks of guided independent study which can be completed at your own pace using our online learning environment.

You will be assessed through individual and group activities which take place throughout the duration of the course. Summative assessment will be based on real-world cases and projects on a consultancy basis, both involving presentations, investigations with report findings, as well as recommendations and business case proposals.