Program Overview
Saint Louis University's 100% online Master of Science in Aviation prepares graduates for leadership roles in the aviation industry through a rigorous curriculum focusing on technical depth and specialization. The program offers a blend of aviation foundation courses, research requirements, and elective options, allowing students to customize their studies based on career aspirations. Graduates are qualified for management positions in flight training, aviation safety, and other industry sectors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Saint Louis University's Master of Science in Aviation is a fully online, rigorous program designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles within the aviation industry. The program provides technical depth and specialization, leading to expanded career opportunities and responsibilities for graduates. It also prepares students for doctoral (Av.D. and Ph.D.) studies.
Program Highlights:
- The program is 100% online, making it suitable for working professionals.
- Exceptional aeronautics undergraduate students can reduce the time it takes to complete their bachelor's and master's degrees by applying up to six credit hours of graduate coursework from their senior year towards the Master of Science in Aviation.
Outline:
- Curriculum Overview: The program consists of 30 credits of graduate-level work: a common core taught online and a graduate-level internship experience. Students develop a program of study with their faculty advisor, department chair, and associate dean, allowing for customization based on career goals.
- Course List:
- Aviation Foundation Requirement (24 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: Professional Ethics and Standards (3 credits)
- ASCI 6010: Federal & International Regulations (3 credits)
- ASCI 6020: Flight Operations Business & Administration (3 credits)
- ASCI 6030: Aviation and Public Policy (3 credits)
- ASCI 6070: Aviation Training Methods (3 credits)
- Aviation Research Requirement (6 credits):
- 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 (variable credits):
- 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: Professional 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 Regulations (3 credits)
- ASCI 6020: Flight Operations Business & Administration (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:
- Non-Course Requirement: Students are required to take a final comprehensive oral examination during their final academic term.
- Exit Survey: All students must complete an exit survey with their department during their final semester.
- Continuation Standards: Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 in all graduate/professional courses.
Teaching:
- Online Format: All coursework is offered online.
- Faculty: The program is taught by faculty in the Department of Aviation Science.
Careers:
- Possible Career Fields:
- Flight training and education
- Aviation-related management
- Aviation safety
- Outcomes: Graduates are qualified for management positions within the aviation industry.
Other:
- Program Notes:
- The program is a 30-credit hour, course-only program.
- Students who completed an undergraduate aeronautics degree from SLU may use up to 6 credits of graduate coursework (5000 level and above) to count towards both the B.S. and M.S. degrees.
- The program is taught in an entirely online format.
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.
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 transcript(s) of all previous degrees
- Three letters of recommendation (preferably from recent instructors)
- A writing sample solely authored by the applicant that has been preferably composed within the last two to three years. The sample should relate to a contemporary issue affecting the aviation industry. Submissions should be formatted using APA style, be between 2,000-3,000 words and include an abstract of fewer than 200 words.
- 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: 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.
