BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - IRELAND
28-Month BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering: Comprehensive Path to Your EASA category A1 License
This comprehensive 28-month program in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering combines academic qualifications with practical industry certification requirements. It is offered by one of our partner institutions in Ireland, who has been providing world-class Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) and aviation services since 1962.
Admission Requirements:
- Completion of High School (+2 or an equivalent) qualification in Science (Physics & Mathematics).
- A minimum IELTS score of 6 in each band.
- Good verbal communication skills in English.
Intake: September
800+ dedicated, certified and professional staff.
12 lines of maintenance
45,000 square metres of hangar space
10,00,000 hours of maintenance completed every year
4,500+ engineers and technicians graduated
Program Highlights:
- Full-time BSc program in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering lasting 28 months.
- The curriculum covers a variety of EASA modules, including mathematics, physics, aerodynamics, and technical subjects.
- Graduates will receive a University BSc degree and become eligible for the EASA Category A1 Aircraft Maintenance License.
- The program covers 70% of the B1.1 and 58% of the B2 aircraft maintenance license module requirements.
- It includes practical training, offering hands-on experience in metalwork, sheet metal work, and standard practices.
- Specialized courses feature Airbus familiarization and fuel tank safety.
- The program incorporates on-the-job experience and EASA Part 145 continuation training.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates from this program can pursue employment as:· Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in aircraft base maintenance facilities.
- Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in airline line maintenance.
- Engineers holding B1.1 and/or B2 licenses, with the potential to increase certification privileges and add type courses.
- Roles in Tech Services or Continued Airworthiness Management.
Programme Structure
This full-time programme is delivered over 28 months and consists of three stages.
Stage 1 – EASA Modules
- Cat B1 Module 1 – Mathematics
- Cat B1 Module 2 – Physics
- Cat A Module 3 – Electrical Fundamentals
- Cat A Module 5 – Digital Techniques
- Cat B1 Module 6 – Materials and Hardware
- Cat B1 Module 7 – Maintenance Practices
- Cat B1 Module 8 – Basic Aerodynamics
- Cat B1 Module 9 – Human Factors
- Cat B1 Module 10 – Aviation Legislation
- Cat A Module 11 – Aeroplane Structures and Systems
- Cat B1 Module 15 – Gas Turbine Engines
- Cat B1 Module 17 – Propeller
Stage 2:
- Basic Metal Work
- Basic Sheet Metal Work
- ATA 20 M – Standard Practices Mechanical
- ATA 20 E – Standard Practices Electrical
- Fuel Tank Safety
- Manual Handling
- Inspection Techniques
- Company Procedures
- Fall Arrest Course
- Airbus A320 Familiarisation Course
- Aircraft On the Job Experience
Stage 3:
- Aircraft Practical Training
- Aircraft On the Job Experience
- EASA Part 145 Continuation Training
FAQs & RESOURCES
The total cost of the BSc Programme is €29,000, broken down as follows:
- Year 1: €12,500
- Year 2: €12,500
- Year 3: €4,000
Registration Fee: €250
Please note that fees are subject to change. For the latest cost information, feel free to contact us.
For all academic courses due to begin after 1 July 2023, you must show evidence that you have immediate access to at least €10,000. This is the estimated cost of living in Ireland for a student for one academic year.
You must also demonstrate that you and/or your sponsor(s) have ready access to at least €10,000 for each subsequent year of your studies in addition to course fees for each of those years.
Resource: Information on Student Finances – Department of Justice
The following is included in your fees.
- Each student is provided with a laptop.
- All programme training material.
- Examination Fees
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Tools and equipment required for the programme.
- University registration fees
- Access to all the services & facilities at the University campus in Limerick
Entry requirements typically include a high school diploma or equivalent as a minimum, with a strong emphasis on mathematics and English. IELTs of 6 minimum. A practical subject is an advantage but not essential. Specific entry criteria may vary, so it is advisable to check with the admissions team for detailed information.
To apply for the BSc in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Programme, please email us at ask.SAC@outlook.com to request an application form and more information about the course. Alternatively, you can reach out to us via WhatsApp at +977 9823756630.
Key features of the traineeship include:
- EASA-Aligned Training: The programme is designed to meet the standards and requirements set by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to allow successful learners apply for an EASA cat A1 License on course completion.
- Delivered by a highly respected and qualified Part 147 School: The training academy has over 34 years’ experience working with the University in delivering this programme.
- Combination of Theory and Practice: Trainees receive comprehensive theoretical instruction complemented by hands-on practical training in workshops and On the job experience in a live aircraft maintenance facility.
- Industry Collaboration: The programme is developed in collaboration with industry partners to ensure that the training is relevant and up to date with current industry practices and needs.
- Duration: The duration of the traineeship typically spans 27 months.
For more information on applying for a VISA to study in Ireland, please refer to the Department of Foreign Affairs – Student Information Leaflet (Version October 2023).
Please Contact SAC for detailed information on the VISA & Application Process. Our team of visa experts is here to guide you through every step.
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