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During this programme, you will:  

• Gain insights into key elements shaping the air transport system and the direction and scope of the airline business. 

• Develop understanding of key issues in corporate finance related to the airline industry. 

• Acquire depth knowledge of market, credit, operational political and corporate governance risk. 

• Examine the legal framework governing the financing and leasing of aircraft and engines. 

Key information:  

• Complete part-time in one year   

• Blended delivery – online lectures and 2 on-campus day per semester   

• Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters 

• Approx. 12 weeks per semester 

• Modules with (M) beside them can be taken as independent micro-credential  

• Can be used to complete 30 credits towards Master of Professional Practice (MPP) or MSc Engineering Practice 

You will learn through a blend of:  

• Lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities  

• Reflective practice and guided research  

• Regular feedback from faculty and peers 

Part-time considerations:  

• Designed for working professionals  

• Evening or recorded lectures  

• Additional prep and group work time  

• Timetable provided after registration 

Year 1 

Autumn Semester 

• Air Transportation Characteristics (M) (AM6001) provides an insight into the key elements shaping the air transport system and the direction and scope of the airline business. 

• Corporate Airline Finance (M) (FI6052) develops understanding of key issues in corporate finance related to the airline industry. 

• explores why leasing has become a core competency when acquiring aircraft. 

Spring Semester 

• Integrated Risk Management (M) (IN6002) provides in-depth knowledge of market, credit, operational political and corporate governance risk. 

• introduces the key aspects of aircraft fleet planning. 

• develops understanding of the legal framework governing the financing and leasing of aircraft and engines. 

Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.  

For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s  

• Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honour, grade 2 (2:2) in a relevant or appropriate subject. 

• You should have at least 3- 5 years of relevant work experience, particularly in the areas of aviation and related industries. 

Other Entry Considerations: 

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can show that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience needed for the programme. 

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.  

International students:   

• For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students. 

Checklist of documents to provide:    

• *Academic transcripts and certificates
  • UL graduates only need to provide their student ID.
• Copy of your birth certificate or passport
• English translation of your qualifications and transcripts
• Copy of your CV 

English Language: 

• English Language Competency certificate
• For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements 

Guidelines on Completing your Application   

• To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
  • Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
  • Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
• *If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying. 

EU - €6,790

Non-EU - €6,790

Please note that international study visas are only available to students studying full-time in Ireland. This programme does not qualify for a study visa. 

Annual fees are billed by semester. Once registered, students may be eligible to apply for a monthly payment plan.  

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).  

 
Funding 

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

Aviation Skillnet funding - Eligible companies and individuals can secure a 25% contribution towards course fees.  For funding information only, you or your employer should contact Maeve O Neill, at 061 423 622 or maeve@icbe.ie , to confirm that you are eligible for support. Subject to terms and conditions.

This course can lead to the following sectors and careers:  

• Aviation & Aerospace Sector
• Finance, Banking & Investment
• Public & Regulatory Bodies
• Asset management
• Corporate finance
• Risk and compliance
• Business strategy
• Logistics and transport management 

Still Curious?  

The team regularly host and take part in webinars to support future students. If you would like to learn more or ask questions at an online information session, click below.     

Online Information Sessions