Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Aviation | Aviation Management | Aviation Technology
Area of study
Transport Services
Education type
Fully Online
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Saint Louis University's online Ph.D. in Aviation equips working professionals with the knowledge and skills for aviation-related research in academia, industry, and government. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary coursework, research collaboration, and a dissertation requirement to prepare graduates for leadership positions. Students complete a qualifying exam, dissertation proposal defense, and public dissertation defense to demonstrate their mastery of aviation research.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Saint Louis University's Ph.D. in aviation is offered in an online format, ideal for working professionals, and provides opportunities for interdisciplinary coursework and research collaboration.
Program Highlights:
- Ph.D. students in aviation at Saint Louis University complete coursework before scheduling a qualifying exam that focuses on topics related to the coursework and assesses general preparation for graduate research.
- Upon successfully passing the qualifying exam, students develop a dissertation proposal under the supervision of a research mentor. Students then present and defend the dissertation proposal.
- After conducting research and writing a dissertation, students defend the dissertation in a public forum and then privately to the committee.
Outline:
Curriculum Overview:
- Students will work with their advisor and Ph.D. committee to determine the specific coursework to complete the program.
- Those students holding an appropriate Master of Science degree may include a maximum of 27 credits of the associated M.S. degree course credits, but not the thesis or project credits, in the 63 credits required for the Ph.D. degree.
Course List:
- Aviation Foundation Requirement (12 credits): Students select 12 credits with the Aviation Foundation (Graduate) attribute.
- Research Methodology Requirement (12 credits): Students select 12 credits with the Aviation Research (Graduate) attribute.
- Secondary Discipline (12 credits): Students should choose 12 credits in a secondary discipline complementary to the knowledge of aviation, with department approval.
- Aviation Electives (12 credits): Students should choose 12 credits with the Aviation Elective (Graduate) attribute.
- Dissertation Research (12 credits): ASCI 6990 Dissertation Research
Total Credits:
63
Non-Course Requirement:
- All students must complete an exit survey with their department/program during their final semester.
Continuation Standards:
- Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Aviation Foundation Attributed Courses:
- ASCI 5030 Aviation Security Management (3 credits)
- ASCI 5040 Human Factors in Aviation Safety (3 credits)
- ASCI 5150 Aviation Incident and Accident Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5210 Aviation Organization Theory and Management (3 credits)
- ASCI 5220 Aviation Safety Programs (3 credits)
- ASCI 5230 Prof Ethics and Standards (3 credits)
- ASCI 6010 Federal & International Regs (3 credits)
- ASCI 6020 Flight Op's Business & Admin (3 credits)
- ASCI 6030 Aviation and Public Policy (3 credits)
- ASCI 6070 Aviation Training Methods (3 credits)
Aviation Research Attributed Courses:
- ASCI 5010 Introduction to Aviation Research Methods (3 credits)
- ASCI 5020 Aviation Safety Data Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5460 Qualitative Data Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5470 Quantitative Data Analysis (3 credits)
- AA 5221 Applied Analytics & Methods I (3 credits)
- EDR 5100 Intro to Inferential Stats: Ed (3 credits)
- EDR 6100 Intermediate Applied Statistics for Education (3 credits)
- ORES 5100 Research Methods in Health & Medicine (3 credits)
- PSY 6500 Applied Multivariable and Multivariate Statistics in Behavioral Science (3 credits)
- SOC 5750 Qualitative Analysis, Grounded Theory Method (3 credits)
- SOC 5800 Survey Design & Sampling (3 credits)
Aviation Elective Attributed Courses:
- ASCI 5010 Introduction to Aviation Research Methods (3 credits)
- ASCI 5020 Aviation Safety Data Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5030 Aviation Security Management (3 credits)
- ASCI 5040 Human Factors in Aviation Safety (3 credits)
- ASCI 5150 Aviation Incident and Accident Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5210 Aviation Organization Theory and Management (3 credits)
- ASCI 5220 Aviation Safety Programs (3 credits)
- ASCI 5230 Prof Ethics and Standards (3 credits)
- ASCI 5460 Qualitative Data Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5470 Quantitative Data Analysis (3 credits)
- ASCI 5980 Graduate Reading Course (1-3 credits)
- ASCI 6010 Federal & International Regs (3 credits)
- ASCI 6020 Flight Op's Business & Admin (3 credits)
- ASCI 6030 Aviation and Public Policy (3 credits)
- ASCI 6070 Aviation Training Methods (3 credits)
- AA 5221 Applied Analytics & Methods I (3 credits)
- BME 6000 Preparing Future Faculty (3 credits)
- EDR 5100 Intro to Inferential Stats: Ed (3 credits)
- EDR 6100 Intermediate Applied Statistics for Education (3 credits)
- GIS 5040 Introduction to Remote Sensing (3 credits)
- IB 6000 Global Business Environment (3 credits)
- IB 6220 International E-Business (3 credits)
- ORES 5100 Research Methods in Health & Medicine (3 credits)
- PSY 6500 Applied Multivariable and Multivariate Statistics in Behavioral Science (3 credits)
- SOC 5750 Qualitative Analysis, Grounded Theory Method (3 credits)
- SOC 5800 Survey Design & Sampling (3 credits)
Assessment:
- Qualifying Exam: Assesses general preparation for graduate research.
- Dissertation Proposal: Students develop and defend a dissertation proposal.
- Dissertation Defense: Students defend their dissertation in a public forum and then privately to the committee.
Teaching:
- Online Format: All courses are taught online.
Careers:
- Graduates with a Ph.D. in aviation are uniquely qualified to conduct aviation-related research in academia, government and industry.
Other:
- Roadmaps: Recommended semester-by-semester plans of study for programs and assume full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.
- Transfer Credit: Transfer credit may change the roadmap.
- Advising: All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor/mentor each semester.
- Program Changes: Requirements, course availability and sequencing are subject to change.
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About University
Saint Louis University
Overview:
Saint Louis University (SLU) is a Jesuit Catholic university with a rich history spanning over 200 years. It is known for its commitment to academic excellence, student-centered approach, and research-driven environment. SLU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including arts and sciences, business, education, health sciences, law, medicine, nursing, and more.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
SLU provides a vibrant and supportive campus community with a strong emphasis on student involvement. Students can participate in a variety of clubs, organizations, and activities, including athletics, service learning, and cultural events. The university also offers resources for student well-being, such as counseling services and wellness programs.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Academic Excellence:
SLU is recognized for its high-quality academic programs and dedicated faculty.Experiential Learning:
The university emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, research opportunities, and study abroad programs.Supportive Community:
SLU fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where students can connect with peers, faculty, and staff.Billiken Promise:
This program offers admitted undergraduate students a range of benefits, including virtual internships, guaranteed study abroad opportunities, and flexible scholarships.Academic Programs:
SLU offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate:
94 bachelor's degree programsGraduate:
88 master's degree programsProfessional:
Programs in law, medicine, and other fieldsThe university is particularly known for its strengths in the following areas:
Health Sciences:
Medicine, Nursing, Public Health, and other related fieldsBusiness:
Finance, Marketing, Management, and EntrepreneurshipLaw:
Legal studies and practiceArts and Sciences:
Humanities, Social Sciences, and Natural SciencesOther:
SLU has a beautiful residential campus located in Midtown St. Louis, Missouri. The university also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, offering study abroad opportunities for students.
Total programs
422
Average ranking globally
#493
Average ranking in the country
#142
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Undergraduate GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.
- Undergraduate Degree: A four-year undergraduate degree in aviation or a related field is required.
- Application Materials:
- Online application form
- Official transcripts of all previous degrees
- Three letters of recommendation (preferably from recent instructors)
- A writing sample solely authored by the applicant, formatted in APA style, between 3,500-4,500 words, and including an abstract of fewer than 300 words. The sample should relate to a contemporary issue in aviation or describe the student’s proposed research agenda and how that contemporary issue or proposed research agenda matches the research currently being conducted by faculty in the Department of Aviation Science.
- Curriculum vitae/résumé
- Professional goal statement
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- International Students:
- Proof of financial support, including:
- A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University
- Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted.
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