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Airworthiness - Professional Diploma

Earn your Airworthiness Professional Diploma and gain expertise in aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and aircraft certification.

Key information

EU fees per year €5,250
Non-EU fees per year €5,250
NFQ Level NFQ Level 9 Minor
Duration One year
Attendance Part-time
Programme type Taught, Professional / Flexible
Delivery Online
Start date January
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Learn to develop advanced skills in airworthiness engineering and management to meet global aviation standards. 

The Professional Diploma in Airworthiness is Level 9, postgraduate programme delivered fully online by UL’s School of Engineering - home to established Aeronautical Engineering bachelor’s, master’s and PhD programmes. 

Designed for engineers and aviation professionals, this programme builds expertise in Initial Airworthiness, including the design and certification of aircraft, aeronautical products, metallic and composite materials, structural integrity, aircraft systems, and human factors in design. 

It also covers Continuing Airworthiness, focusing on aircraft maintenance and sustainment, reliability engineering, airworthiness regulation and management, maintenance human factors, and safety practices essential for operational compliance. 

You will work alongside students from across the globe, ensuring an international standard of learning and collaboration. The online nature of the programme means you will engage with diverse perspectives and best practices from the global aviation industry. 

This programme will earn 30 ECTS credits towards a Flexible Masters Pathway, allowing students to combine Postgraduate awards to achieve a Master's over time. 

During this programme, you will

  • Develop advanced knowledge of airworthiness regulation, certification, and engineering practice across civil and military contexts.
  • Study Initial and Continuing Airworthiness, including aircraft systems, materials and structures, reliability, and safety/human factors.
  • Learn fully online with weekly activities, guided support, and assessments designed for professionals.
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