ChineseAviation Engineering
Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Transport Sciences
| Name of qualification and level | Duration of studies | Necessary no. credits for degree | Tuition fee | Application fee | Supervisor | Programme mentor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aviation Engineer |
3 semesters | 90 credits | 95,000 EUR / person / 3 semester | 100 EUR / application |
dr. Balázs Horváth |
Nóra Szalai |
| REFUND POLICY | APPLICATION FORM |
Who is the programme aimed at? To the ones who need, up-to-date technical knowledge that will enable them to operate specific types of fixed-wing aircraft, and carry out tasks in the areas of air operations, ground handling and transportation. Complementing their existing knowledge with technical and environmental knowledge of aviation, they can pass regulatory examinations.
Structure of studies
The professional characteristics of specialized training, the subject areas leading to professional qualifications, and their credit allocation that constitute the structure of the course:
Foundational Knowledge: 10-20 credits
Control Theory, Electronics, Thermodynamics, and Aerodynamics
Professional Knowledge: 20-30 credits
Aviation Law, General Knowledge of Fixed-Wing Aircraft (wing structure, systems, propulsion, instrumentation), Basic Flight Knowledge (flight preparation and planning, weight and balance calculations), Human Performance, Meteorology, Operational Procedures, General Navigation, Flight Theory, Communication
Specialized Knowledge: 10-20 credits
General and type-specific knowledge for rotary-wing aircraft, performance, radio-navigation, operational procedures
Practical Training: 10-20 credits
Flight Practice
Credit Value of the Thesis: 10 credits
Requirements for the issuance of the diploma:
- Fulfillment of the requirements specified in the curriculum and course programmes
- Preparation, submission, and defense of the thesis at a specified level
Language requirements
TOEFL 513 / IELTS 5.5 /oral examination, TOEFL IBT test score of 66 or any standardised international English language exam corresponding with Hungarian B2 at the Bachelors level and C1 at Masters level.
If there is no standardised English exam, the University relies on an online interview. Applicants not complying with language requirements must enrol in a preparatory language programme. After having completed the language course and passed the requisite final examination, if there are no professional reservations on the part of the Faculty, admission to the selected Postgraduate programme is automatic.
Academic requirements
Completed and signed application form, copy of your passport, notarized copy of a Bachelor's degree in engineering in one of the following programmes: Transportation Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Military and Security Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Computer Science Engineer, Mechatronics Engineer, Business Engineer, Architectural Engineer, Civil Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Bioengineering, Environmental Engineer, Agricultural and Food Engineer, notarized copy of the Transcript of Records, notarized copy of your language certificate, recent photograph, Curriculum Vitae (resumé) in English, Motivational Letter in English, Academic Reference letter in English (Issued by your former academic institution/teacher
ICAO ELP minimum level 4 required.
Health Requirements
Class 1 medical certificate in accordance with Subpart MED of Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to civil aviation pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council. Please kindly note that, for successful admission, you may be required to undergo a medical examination upon your arrival in Hungary as well. Please note, if the medical examination is not passed, it may affect the outcome of your final admission.
Training period:
3 semesters, correspondence course, consultations and flight days are merged, depending on the weather (flight days are expected to be held in autumn, spring, summer, with theory lessons in winter). A minimum of 215 hours, of which 160 hours are on single- and twin-engine aircraft (Single Engine Piston, Multi Engine Piston), 55 hours are on a simulator.
Completion of the Aviation Engineer Academic Programme does not in itself entitle the holder to perform the duties, the licence to perform the duties must be obtained by passing a theoretical and practical examination in an accredited examination system of the aviation authority.
