Commercial Air Transport Pilot, BSc
(Credits: 60 ECTS = 1,560 academic hours of independent studying)Accepting applications from January 2 until May 18, 2025
The Commercial Air Transport Pilot programme was designed especially for professional pilots, who currently work or have worked in the aviation sector and would like to:
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understand the business side of aviation;
- study online and have the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in one year; and
- take the next step in their career.
Lembitu Lükk
Airbus A220 captain at airBaltic
"As a pilot I know that every take-off is optional. Every landing is mandatory. Education from the Estonian Aviation Academy helped me to understand the bigger picture of how things work in the aviation business."
Why choose this programme?
Commercial Air Transport Pilot
Level of study: Professional higher education
Degree awarded: BSc
Duration: 1 academic year (possibility to extend studies to up to 3 years)
Credits: 60 ECTS (1 ECTS = 26 academic hours)
Study format: Online classes, independent work with learning materials
Language: English
Total tuition fee: 8100 € (4050 € each semester)
1 ECTS: 135 €
Minimum group size: 6
| 1 year | 2 years | 3 years | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits per semester | 30 ECTS | 15 ECTS | 10 ECTS |
| Academic hours per semester | 780 ACH | 390 ACH | 260 ACH |
| Credits per year | 60 ECTS | 30 ECTS | 20 ECTS |
| Tuition fee (total) | 8,100€ | 8,100€ | 8,100€ |
HOW TO APPLY?
There are many reasons to choose the Commercial Air Transport Pilot programme at the Estonian Aviation Academy (EAVA).
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Your professional pilot license (CPL/ ATPL) and past experience are recognized, granting you 120 ECTS credits through the RPL program. You only need 60 more ECTS to get your bachelor's degree, achievable in 1 year of full-time study, or up to 3 years if preferred for a lighter workload.
All course content in this program is offered online and asynchronously, providing the flexibility to balance your work and academic commitments.
The Estonian Aviation Academy is an authorized training partner of the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Therefore, this curriculum already includes certified IATA courses to further develop your in-depth aviation knowledge.
Our teaching includes the best aviation experts in Estonia and you will receive dedicated one-on-one and group support from the academic staff throughout your studies.
What will you get from this programme?
We provide you with extensive knowledge in:
- principles of aviation management;
- operations of an aviation company;
- logistics, international economics, marketing, and financial and strategic planning;
- teamwork and communication skills;
- environmental ethics.
What does the learning process look like?
Studies are carried out using an e-learning platform, Moodle, where every student can access the study materials, submit homework, take tests and communicate with classmates and lecturers.
All the course materials (including texts, videos, assignment descriptions) are available online and can be easily accessed at any time. Various smaller tests are integrated between the study sections to emphasize the key learning points of a particular topic. It is up to each student to decide the right time and place for working through the materials, which enables a better work-, school- and life balance.
Independent work plays an important role throughout the whole study period. Lecturers provide students with the necessary instructions, scope and deadlines to successfully pass the courses. Fixed deadlines are only set for group work, assignments (ie tests, essays), and exams.
All our students have the opportunity to get personal tutoring from the academic staff and to contact the Office of Academic Affairs for any study-related questions.
Falcon 2000 Captain at Fort Aero
"Soon after starting my career in aviation, I realized that I had taken with me from EAVA much more than what was written in all the books. It was real-life experience and expertise that was passed onto me by the lecturers and instructors who in fact were hands-on hard-core aviation enthusiasts. That's something you can't read from a book."
Career opportunities
The Commercial Air Transport Pilot programme prepares you for a wide range of careers by giving you a broad understanding of aviation and the related economic activities.
In the course of your studies, you will acquire all the necessary knowledge on aviation management to become an expert in the field of commercial aviation.
Whether you aspire to work in a small- to medium-sized company, or in a global corporation abroad – we prepare you for the next step in your career!
Upon graduation you will be able to further develop your career as a pilot or work as a manager:
- in airline companies;
- at airports;
- in the public sector (various aviation-related organisations);
- in passenger and ground handling companies;
- in maintenance organisations;
- at air navigation service providers.
SEE ALSO:
Work in Estonia (official guide to finding a job)
Relocation Guide
(start guide to live in Estonia)
Over 1000 alumni have graduated from the academy, many of whom are now pilots with well-regarded airlines, top-level engineers, airline executives in airports, airlines, and government agencies.
Today, the graduates are shaping the future of aviation both in Estonia and abroad.
The future of aviation starts here!
