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Why Study Aviation Science

Aviation and the national airspace system are vital parts of our nation’s economy. They support business, recreation, and national security. Do you want to be a part of this exciting industry? There are excellent careers on the flight side and the ground side of the industry. The opportunities range from being a professional pilot to managing large airports to supporting emergency management and first responders. You can be a part of the exciting aviation industry and we can help you achieve that goal.

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Program Information
Degree Plan Options

Aviation Management Degree Plan

Professional Pilot Degree Plan

Credit Hours 120 Credit Hours
Delivery Methods

Victoria

Tuition & Fees Rates Per Semester
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Jobs and Related Careers

Professional Pilot 

Professional Pilot careers and job opportunities with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation include:

  • Agricultural Flight Operations
  • Commercial Airlines and Air Freight
  • Corporate Flight Departments and Air Charter
  • Governmental and Military Aviation
  • Support for First Responders
  • Support for Emergency Management
  • Flight Instructions

Aviation Management 

Aviation Management careers and job opportunities with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Management include:

  • Commercial Airline Operations
  • Air Freight Operations
  • Corporate Flight Operations
  • Air Charter Operations
  • Governmental Aviation Operations
  • Military Aviation Operations
  • Ground Support for First Responders
  • Regional Airport Operations
  • Major Metropolitan Airport Operations

Degree Objective

Professional Pilot

The Professional Pilot pathway to a degree in Aviation Science helps you develop an understanding of the broad issues related to operations in the national airspace system and the skills to safely serve as Pilot-in-Command of high performance aircraft. At Texas A&M University-Victoria, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed for an exciting career as a professional pilot.

Aviation Management

The Professional Pilot pathway to a degree in Aviation Science helps you develop an understanding of the broad issues related to operations in the national airspace system and the knowledge to safely manage airports, flight operations for airlines and corporations, as well as agencies with flight operations. At A&M-Victoria, you will develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for an exciting career managing aviation operations.

Topics You Will Study

Professional Pilot

As a part of this degree pathway, you will learn about:

  1. Aviation science and aircraft operation
  2. Cockpit and crew management
  3. Meteorology
  4. Physiology and human factors of flight
  5. Aviation law and safety

From the first day, you will study in modern classrooms and airplanes. During your study, you will receive flight training leading to FAA certifications up through instrument flight instructor. The Victoria region offers great flying weather throughout the year, Class D airspace, a tower-controlled airport, and vast airspace for flight training. Further, you will develop critical thinking and analysis skills necessary for safe flight operations in the United States National Airspace System.

Aviation Management

As a part of this degree pathway, you will learn about:

  1. Airport planning and management
  2. Aircraft operations and the national airspace system
  3. Supply chain management
  4. Principles of management and finance
  5. Aviation law and safety

From the first day you will study in modern classrooms and facilities. Further, you will develop the critical thinking and analysis skills necessary for managing safe flight and logistics operations at airports in the United States and in the national airspace system.

Matthew Boyett

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Matthew Boyett

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