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Aviation and Air Transport Management PhD

University of West London

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of West London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Overview

Research within the London Geller College of Hospitality and Tourism (LGCHT) takes a multifaceted approach to aviation and air transport management. We emphasise flight safety and human factors within the industry while exploring ways to celebrate and empower women and drive sustainable transitions.

As a postgraduate researcher at UWL, you will receive training in a range of research methods and theoretical approaches. You will need to demonstrate strong analytical skills, creativity, motivation, and a deep interest in aviation and air transport management.

Working closely with your supervisors, you will undertake rigorous scientific investigation, generating significant discoveries relevant to business, social life, and academic scholarship.

LGCHT academics provide excellent supervision covering a diverse range of exciting research topics in aviation and air transport management, including:

  • human error and accident prevention in high-reliability organisations
  • airport and aviation risk management
  • air-traveller behaviour and airport reputation management

    celebrating and empowering women in aviation leadership: paths for women in aviation management; addressing gender-based challenges within airline operations

  • evidence-based research on diversity and inclusion

    making the transition to green aviation: green aviation policies and their impact on air-traveller behaviour; sustainable airport management

  • contemporary topics in aviation psychology; stress and fatigue management for flight crew; impact of automation on pilot decision-making.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 14,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of West London

University of West London

  • University League Table

    58th

  • Campus address

    University of West London, St Mary's Road, Ealing, W5 5RF, England

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Strong links with industry, enabling students to gain career-specific insights, expertise and skills.
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