Master of Science in Air Transport and Logistics
A unique interdisciplinary programme preparing specialists for the global aviation and logistics industry.
Best for:Best for graduates in engineering, natural sciences, or transport economics seeking a specialised career in air transport, logistics, and aviation industry operations.
Overview
The Master of Science in Air Transport and Logistics at Dresden University of Technology offers a specialised programme focused on the operational, technical, and economic aspects of air transport and logistics. Students gain expertise in aerodynamics, flight operations, logistics optimisation, and transport planning, with opportunities to specialise in areas like transport psychology, telematics, and process optimisation. The programme is designed for graduates in engineering, natural sciences, or transport economics, emphasising both theoretical knowledge and practical applications. It includes an international mobility window in the fourth semester, allowing students to study abroad and gain cross-cultural experience. The curriculum is delivered primarily in English, with some supplementary modules in German, and is tailored to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving aviation sector.
What you'll do
- Study key technical and operational aspects of air transport, including aerodynamics, aircraft systems, airport and flight operations, and flight planning.
- Develop methodical skills in logistics, focusing on optimising passenger and freight transport processes.
- Select and complete specialised modules in logistics, technology, transport planning, transport demand modelling, or transport psychology.
- Participate in an international mobility window in the fourth semester to study abroad and earn up to 30 ECTS credits.
- Engage in research and problem-solving related to air transport and logistics systems.
- Collaborate with aviation industry associates and maintain contact with former graduates for practical learning experiences.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in engineering (e.g., civil engineering, transport engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science), natural sciences (e.g., physics, mathematics, geography, or geodesy), or transport economics, or another degree guaranteeing comparable prior knowledge.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 level (TOEFL iBT 72 or IELTS Academic 5.5, or equivalent). No minimum German language requirement.
Instruction: English (with possible supplementary modules in German)
- Proven knowledge in mathematics, physics, technical mechanics, and computer science.
- Ability to demonstrate special knowledge in air transport through aptitude assessment.
- Proficiency in English at B2 level or equivalent.
- Basic understanding of aviation industry operations and logistics principles.
- Applicants must have completed a first degree in engineering, natural sciences, or transport economics.
- Non-EU applicants: application deadline between 1 April and 31 May.
- EU applicants: application deadline between 1 April and 15 July.
- German applicants and educational residents: application deadline for aptitude assessment between 1 June and 15 July, and for the degree programme between 1 June and 15 September.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2024-05-31 (non-EU applicants), 2024-07-15 (EU applicants), 2024-09-15 (German applicants) (Europe/Berlin)
Applicants must submit their application through the uni-assist portal. Required documents include proof of degree, language proficiency certificate, and any additional documents proving special knowledge in mathematics, physics, technical mechanics, and computer science. An aptitude assessment interview may be conducted if necessary.
- Proof of Bachelor's degree
- Official English language proficiency certificate (B2 level)
- Proof of special knowledge in mathematics, physics, technical mechanics, and computer science
- CV and motivation letter
- Passport-sized photograph
- Proof of health insurance
Contact
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