Master of Science in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability

The Master of Science in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability (MSAAS) degree program presents a holistic and proactive way to examine and manage aviation/aerospace sustainability. It is designed to provide students with the knowledge to apply and create sustainability strategies, schemes, and programs for aviation and aerospace organizations, creating a competitive advantage while improving the world.

Today, aviation and aerospace industries operate on a global scale and recognize the need to consider social and environmental indicators in addition to financial ones. This program cultivates a growth mindset, knowledge, and skills needed to promote sustainability. Students apply existing environmental schemes to reduce the industry's carbon footprint and enhance sustainability practices within the industry's operations and procedures. The MSAAS provides a collaborative learning environment rich with opportunities to challenge current thought processes, work in autonomous or group settings and connect with diverse populations worldwide.

Module Title

Credits

AASI 600 Sustainable Aviation and Aerospace Perspectives

3

AASI 605 Aviation and Aerospace Sustainable Organizations

3

AASI 607 Airport Sustainability Operations

3

AASI 611 Sustainable Aviation Fuels and Carbon Offsetting

3

AASI 613 Sustainable Air Traffic Management

3

AASI 625 Sustainability Policy in Aviation and Aerospace

3

AASI 629 Sustainable Air Vehicles; Design and Propulsion

3

AASI 635 Sustainable Aviation Techniques and Tools

3

AASI 637 Aircraft Decommissioning and Circular Economy

3

AASI 639 Aviation Corporate Sustainability Management

3

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

30

Note:

  • No industrial attachment is required to fulfill the degree requirements.
  • All requirements for an Embry-Riddle master's degree must be completed within seven (7) years from the initial course enrollment following admission to the University, regardless of a degree change, catalog change, or campus changes. No refund will be issued if a student fails to complete their degree in time.
  • There is a minimum of five (5) students required for any course to commence. However, ERAU Asia Institute may decide to start a course with less than the minimum on a cohort-by-cohort basis. Should the minimum number of students not be met, students will have the option to either wait for the next intake or pursue their intended degree through Embry-Riddle Worldwide Online. Students will be notified at least 30 days before the intended commencement of any course if the minimum number has not been reached. ERAU Asia Institute will refund any tuition/fees should a course not commence because the minimum number of students was not reached.

The following are the minimum academic requirements for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate applicants:

  • All master's degree applicants must have earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited degree-granting institution with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Applicants who already possess a master's degree or have completed graduate coursework from an accredited degree-granting institution must also have a 3.0 CGPA or higher at the graduate level.
  • Minimum age of 18 years old; and
  • Applicants for whom English is not the primary language must either:
    • Attain a minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of 550 (paper-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based); or
    • Attain a minimum score on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) of 6.0; or
    • Earn transferable credit for a course that is the equivalent of ENGL 123 - English Composition at an accredited postsecondary institution; or
    • Display evidence of attendance and graduation from a secondary school where the language of instruction was English. 
    • Attain a minimum score on the Duolingo English Test of 105; or
    • Attain a minimum score on the Cambridge English Language Assessment of 170; or
    • Attain a minimum score on the EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency of Pre-1

Students applying from outside Singapore

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University requires that all international students meet the university's minimum requirements for admission. These requirements vary from country to country, and each application to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is reviewed individually. 

International students should visit Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) FAQ website for information on issuing a student pass/student visa. All student pass requirements will be shared with students when an admission decision is made. 

Official/Attested copies of the documents listed above should be mailed to ERAU Asia Institute, Office of Admissions, 75 Bukit Timah Road, #02-01 Boon Siew Building, Singapore 229833. Alternatively, students may make an appointment to bring original documents in so that an official copy can be made. 

Only upon submission of the documents listed above will the ERAU Asia Institute be able to process your application. If you are ready to apply, begin the application process today.

Intakes

The first MSAAS intake is scheduled for January 2024. Thereafter, intakes occur throughout the year, in the July, October, January and April terms. The deadline for application is 60 days before the start of any term. International applications should plan to have all documents submitted 90 days before the start of the term. 

Full Time

Classes are scheduled in three-hour blocks from Monday-Friday between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Students can expect classes to meet five days per week. Schedules will vary from term to term depending on the modules being taken. In this full-time program, students must pursue three modules per term and complete the degree program in 12 months. All modules have either a final examination or a final project due in week 9 of the term. 

Part-time

Students can also pursue the MSAAS degree part-time, which is suitable for working professionals looking to take their careers to the next level. Classes are scheduled in three-hour blocks from Monday - Friday during the evenings. Students can expect classes to meet three days per week. Students pursuing the program at a part-time pace will take two modules per term and are expected to complete the degree program within 24 months. 

Academic Calendar and Delivery

Visit the Academic Calendar page for ERAU Asia Institute.  The average teacher-to-student ratio in either full-time or part-time modalities is 1:15.

Credit exemptions allow students to be exempted from specific course modules or requirements based on their previous academic achievements or professional experience. These exemptions acknowledge that students have already acquired the necessary knowledge or skills in a particular subject area, allowing them to focus on more advanced or specialized coursework.

Credit exemptions involve a thorough evaluation of a student's transcripts, certificates, or other supporting documentation. Embry-Riddle will review these materials to determine if the prior learning or professional experience aligns with the degree requirements the student is pursuing. Credit exemptions are made on a case-by-case basis.

The cost of any degree program depends on how many credits a student must take to complete the degree requirements. In addition, ERAU-Asia Institute offers various scholarships and financial assistance options.
Visit our Scholarships page for more information.

It is advisable to speak with an enrollment counselor to understand how to calculate the total cost of attendance based on your academic and professional experience. Please get in touch with us at  ERAU.Asia.Institute@erau.edu or WhatsApp +65 9825 8569 to learn more. 

Current fees for the degree program can be found on our tuition page.