Aviation is an interdisciplinary
degree program combining professional flight training
with in-depth studies in subjects relevant to the field of
aviation — such as geography, mathematics, physics, and computer
science.
Faculty: Faculty of Science Degree options: BSc major
The aviation program at Mount Allison is one of only a few in Canada that allows you to earn an undergraduate degree that incorporates flight and ground school training.
Aviation is offered through a partnership with Moncton Flight College (MFC), one of the leading
flight training establishments in North America.
In first year you will take introductory courses in mathematics, computer science, physics, and geography.
Flight training begins in second year. You will continue to take three courses per term on campus and ground school training in second, third, and fourth year, while one-on-one instructor training and flying takes place at the MFC campus.
As an aviation student, you will:
complete more than 200 hours of flying
receive hundreds of hours of ground training
learn about navigation, airplane instruments, aviation regulations, and weather
graduate with
a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)
a multi-engine class rating
a Group 1 instrument rating
You may also qualify to write the Airline Transport Pilot Licence exam.
Popular career paths for aviation graduates include:
airline/corporate/charter/cargo pilot
military/search-and-rescue pilot
aerial firefighting pilot
traffic/news pilot
flight instructor
agricultural operations/wildlife services pilot
aerial photographer
safety inspector
air traffic controller
airport manager
“There are so many things that make this program enjoyable and
awesome, but what I love the most about it is that I get to say I have
one of the coolest classrooms ever: it’s thousands of feet in the air,
and comes with a great view.” David Shi Aviation,
minors in GIS and environmental science (’15) Montreal, QC
"I love that that our learning environment is very diverse in
comparison to other more traditional programs. We spend half of our time
in a classroom, but the other half is spent up in the air. The cockpit
of the airplane becomes our classroom and it is unlike any classroom
environment I have ever been in.”
Thomas Hebb Aviation,
minors in GIS and environmental science (’13) Wallace, NS
“I love this program’s uniqueness. There is no other degree program
like it here at Mount Allison. Furthermore, the qualifications that I am
gaining from this degree program give me a leg up on those who have
decided to forego a university degree and focus solely on flight
training. I’ll be well prepared and well sought after once I enter the
industry and search for employment.”
Justin Dwyer Aviation,
minor in environmental science (’13) Paradise, NL
Entrance requirements You must obtain a Transport Canada Category 1 medical certificate before you begin your flight training. No flying experience is required.
Training schedule In first year you take a full program of science courses at Mount Allison in Sackville. In subsequent years you will continue to take courses at Mount Allison, including ground school classes. Your flight training takes place at the Moncton Flight College campus in Dieppe. The program may require training time outside the regular September to April academic year. You may wish to speak with the program advisor to discuss the time commitment required for this program.
Travel The Moncton Flight College campus is an easy 25-minute drive from Sackville. You are required to provide your own transportation between the two campuses.
Tuition fees In the first year of the program, the tuition fee is Mount Allison’s full-time undergraduate tuition fee. In years two to four, the tuition fee is a blend of Mount Allison and Moncton Flight College tuition, which covers all ground school and flight training, in addition to the courses you will take at Mount Allison. Visit tuition & fees for more information.
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