The field of aviation has arisen, grown and developed, first and foremost, due to the development of aeronautical engineering.
The Aeronautical Engineering curriculum comprising two main specialities: Communication and Navigation Systems and Aircraft Engineering.
The study language of this programme is Estonian!
Who can I become?
In the speciality of Aircraft Engineering it is possible to become an aviation engineer.
Aircraft Engineering speciality trains engineers who work with creating or maintaining high-tech solutions in the field of mechanics, mechatronics and electronics.
The skills and experience enable the respective specialist to work in other fields which require application of high-tech solutions to solve technical problems: automotive industry, rail transport etc.
What do I learn?
During the course of studies the students of the speciality of Aircraft Engineering acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that would enable them to understand the construction, operating principles and troubleshooting methods of aircraft systems, engines, airframes, and piloting and navigation devices.
The students also gain the knowledge of aerodynamics, of the design, structure and construction of aircraft, of different types of engines and their working principles, of avionics systems and their diagnostics, of safety systems, human factors and various legal acts to be followed in aviation.
What do I need to do for admission?
For admission the applicant's Estonian language skill level needs to be at least B2 by The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
Read more about admission rules in Estonian.
Foreign students can take part in the Erasmus+ programme. If You want to attend the Estonian Aviation Academy study exchange programme, read more about your options.
How and where do I learn?
Aeroplane and helicopter technicians deal with the maintenance and repair of aircraft/helicopter structures, overhaul of power plants and mechanical units, and with simpler electrical systems.
Avionics technicians deal with the maintenance and repair of large-scale electrical systems. Avionics technicians are required to have perfect knowledge of electrical circuits, skills in handling gauges, and knowledge of electronic systems and skills in their repair.
Estonian Aviation Academy offers professional higher education. The four-year programme of studies is carried out mainly in Estonian. For admission the applicant's Estonian language skill level needs to be at least B2 by The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
What next?
After the completion of the studies in Aircraft Engineering it is possible to work as an aviation engineer or as a maintenance technician at an enterprise manufacturing or carrying out maintenance procedures on aircraft.
In addition to the work as an engineer at an enterprise designing and manufacturing manned or unmanned aerial vehicles, it is possible to apply the acquired knowledge of engineering in an aircraft maintenance enterprise.