Diploma in Civil Aviation (R39)

About the Programme

The global aviation industry is set to experience growth and expansion in the years to come. In order to support the growth, there is a strong demand for trained manpower that specialises in the various fields of civil aviation, like flight operations, aviation safety and security, airport terminal management and air traffic management.

The Diploma in Civil Aviation (DCA) allows students to acquire technical and managerial skills in various areas of civil aviation.

Programme Objectives

The Diploma in Civil Aviation (DCA) aims to nurture you into a knowledgeable and enterprising young professional who is able to apply your skills to the demands of the industry. You will be adept in the art of problem solving and will be an effective learner in the aviation industry.

The programme will provide a well-rounded education comprising both technical know-how and general capabilities. Discipline and specialisation-specific modules will equip you with a solid understanding of the theory behind how things work. General modules will help you prepare the ground for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship, as well as train you in communication and lifelong learning skills.

Career Prospects

The course will address the manpower needs of the airliners, aviation regulatory authorities and companies involved in aerospace maintenance and repair. DCA graduates can look forward to excellent career prospects and ample opportunities in the airline and aerospace industry. They can be employed as air operations centres co-coordinators, pilots, aircraft dispatchers, air-traffic control officers, airline executives or staff in aviation regulatory bodies.

Further Studies

Graduates may also choose to pursue further education and to this end, all our diploma programmes are designed to meet the requirements for advanced standing in local and overseas Institutions of Higher Learning (IHLs).

You may pursue a Bachelor of Engineering degree at the Australian National University and Bachelor in Aviation Management Degree at Massey University in New Zealand.

For more details, please visit this website: http://www.rp.sg/FurtherStudies/AdvPathways.aspx