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Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream)

The Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) combines traditional undergraduate education with ground and flight training and is one of few programs in the country.

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The St. Thomas University Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) is offered in partnership with MFC Training (Fredericton Campus).

Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) students will apply to STU and begin their studies on the St. Thomas University campus where they will take first-year courses from the social sciences and humanities. After earning a minimum of 24 credit hours, students will be introduced to flight training and ground school courses in their second year of the four-year program. 

 

Students will Graduate with the following:

  • Bachelor of Arts (including a major of the student’s choice from offered social sciences and humanities programs)

  • Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

  • Multi-engine class rating

  • Group 1 instrument rating  

Students may also qualify to write the Airline Transport Pilot Licence exam.  

Arts and Aviation

As the air transportation industry continues to see a growing demand for qualified pilots ready to excel in flying as well as other aspects of the industry, graduates are looking for ways to stand out. Engaging in a traditional university experience that develops knowledge and skills broadly allows students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) to become well-rounded, attractive candidates for a wide range of careers in the industry.  

Popular Career Paths for Aviation Graduates:
Airline/corporate/charter/cargo pilot 
Airport operations 
Airline manager
Aviation finance and economics specialist
Sustainability manager in aviation
Military/search-and-rescue pilot
Aerial firefighting pilot
Traffic/news pilot
Flight instructor
Agricultural operations/wildlife service’s pilot
Aerial photographer
Safety inspector
Air traffic controller 

Notes for Interested Students

You're required to provide your own transportation between the two campuses. 
The program may require training time outside the regular September to April academic year. 

 

Tuition fees for Aviation students 
Students will pay regular full-time Bachelor of Arts tuition costs for the first year of their program. In subsequent years of study, students will pay a blend of STU and MFC Training tuition to cover all ground school and flight training, in addition to courses taken at STU. All fees will be outlined to accepted students and paid directly to STU.  

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