| Study Location | Kyiv |
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| Academic Field | J6 Aviation transport |
| Type | Postgraduate, Full time (on-line study is available) |
| Nominal Duration | 1,5 years (90 ECTS) |
| Study Language | English |
| Awards | Master of Aviation transport |
| Entry qualification | The Bachelor's degree diploma is required. Compulsory entrance exam. The entry qualification documents are accepted in English (except for documents issued in Ukraine upon completion of studies at local educational institutions) . In most cases you can request a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original & legalized (according to the international agreements) entry qualification documents along with you when you finally enter the university. |
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| Territory requirements | General entry requirement - Student visa. Citizens of the Russia, Iran, Belarus and North Korea who do not hold a permanent residence permit in Ukraine may be admitted for studies only with an individual authorization from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. |
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| Language Requirements | English (B1/B2) |
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Entrance Exam Description
During the selection process we examine the competency of the applicant in two ways:
The faculty decides about the eligibility of the applicant by examining the documents of previous studies (degree, subject, results). This is followed by an entrance exams that evaluate the level of study-language and basic subjects depends on speciality.
The exams can be conducted online. In order to validate the entrant’s person, exams taken remotely are recorded on video, as is the person verification process. The recording is archived for at least five years on University’s grounds and the link to that recording is available in the united base of Ministry of Education of Ukraine.
Program Structure
Semester 1 — Fundamentals & Ground‑Support Basics
- Introduction to Airport Technologies & Ground Support Equipment (GSE) — you learn basics of how airports operate behind the scenes: vehicles, ground‑service systems, logistics.
- Airport Processes & Operations Management — study how airport ground operations are organized: aircraft handling, passenger and cargo flow, scheduling, coordination.
- Fuel & Lubricants (FL) Supply Systems — you learn how fuel and lubricant supply is organised for aircraft and ground equipment, including safety and regulatory standards.
- Airfield Maintenance & Technical Infrastructure — basics of maintaining runways, taxiways, ground‑support infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient airport functioning.
Semester 2 — Equipment Operation, Logistics & Practical Skills
- Operation and Maintenance of Aviation Ground Equipment — how to run, maintain and manage ground‑service vehicles and equipment (e.g. passenger stairs, tugs, cargo loaders, ground power units).
- Logistics and Ground Handling of Aircraft, Cargo and Passengers — planning and coordination of ground handling processes, cargo/passenger movement, apron scheduling.
- Airport Equipment Management & Safety Compliance — ensuring that equipment and airport operations comply with aviation safety and regulatory requirements; quality control.
- Mathematical Modelling and Analysis of Airport Processes — learn to model airport workflows, resource allocation, equipment usage, optimize operations.
Semester 3 — Advanced Topics & Master’s Project / Thesis
- Advanced Airport Technologies & Systems Integration — advanced study of how various airport subsystems (ground equipment, fuel supply, servicing, logistics) work together.
- Airport Technical Management & Operational Planning — bigger picture: oversee airport technical services, plan maintenance schedules, manage resources and staff.
- Optional / Specialized Modules (depending on interest) — extra courses tailored to particular aspects: e.g. ground‑service equipment design, fuel‑system logistics, new airport technologies.
- Master’s Thesis / Final Project — a research or practical project related to airport technologies, equipment operation or airport services — showing you are ready for a real‑world airport or aviation‑service job.
Overview
The program teaches you how airports really work — from the ground equipment and vehicles used to service aircraft, to fuel systems, ground support, cargo and passenger handling. The program blends theory and hands‑on training so you learn not only planning and management of airport operations but also practical maintenance and operation of ground support equipment. You study modern technologies, ground handling procedures, fuel & lubricant supply, airfield maintenance and airport technical systems.
Career Opportunities
After graduation you can work at airports in many roles: as a ground‑equipment engineer or manager, in charge of apron operations, airfield service, ground support vehicles, fuel & lubricant supply. You may join airline ground‑handling companies, airport technical or maintenance departments, cargo or passenger services, or companies that supply and maintain airport ground equipment. You could also work in logistics, airport operations planning, equipment maintenance, or in companies supplying fuel/lubricants and ground support services. Your skills will be relevant for airports, aviation service providers, ground‑handling firms, cargo centers, or maintenance and support organizations — in Ukraine or internationally.