How long is the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems?

The Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems runs across a 15 to 18-month study window, with flexible pacing built in so applicants can complete the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems around shift work, family or existing career commitments.

Is the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems recognised internationally?

The Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems is aligned with the guidance frameworks of RAeS, CAA and IATA, giving international applicants a credible, London-issued qualification. The Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems is designed for managers working across UK and international aviation environments.

What are the entry requirements for the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems?

Applicants to the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems need a completed Advanced Diploma or equivalent Level 5 aviation qualification, together with the English proficiency and reference expectations set out on the LSAAM admissions page for the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems.

How much does the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems cost?

Tuition fees for the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems are published on the LSAAM course fees page. Payment plans, early-application discounts and international scholarship routes are available on request from the LSAAM admissions team, so applicants can plan the cost of the Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems in a way that fits their situation.

Higher Dip in Aviation Technology | LSAAM | Harold International College of London

Course Overview

The Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems is a UK Level 5+ articulation LSAAM programme delivered over 15 to 18 months on campus, online and by distance learning. It is built around articulating from supervisor to manager in aviation technology across airlines, airports and ground handling providers, and is written to sit alongside the guidance published by the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS), the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

By graduation you will be able to run an aviation technology team, lead structured technology change across operational departments, and step into an aviation technology manager role at a UK carrier, London airport or ground handling provider.

Key Features

Curriculum aligned with the guidance frameworks of the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) and the CAA
Written and delivered by former airline technology directors and airport IT managers
Live case studies from full-service carriers, low-cost carriers and UK regional operators
Reference to the standards of IATA, ICAO and CILT UK where credible to the subject
Flexible online, on-campus and distance-learning routes to fit working professionals and international students
Structured articulation into the LSAAM Bachelor degrees in Aviation Management and Operations
Careers service coverage on CV, LinkedIn, interview and structured introductions to UK airline groups and London airports

What You Will Learn

How aviation technology is structured across airline, airport and ground handling
How to run a technology team at duty-manager level
How to lead structured technology change across operational departments
How airline and airport data flows are governed under CAA guidance
How to build technology KPIs and dashboards
How to coordinate cyber, resilience and business continuity at manager level
How to prepare technology business cases for senior aviation teams
How to lead cross-provider technology projects

Who This Course Is For

Aviation technology supervisors ready to articulate into a manager role
IT and systems professionals with 3+ years experience moving into aviation
Career changers with technology programme experience
International applicants seeking a UK-referenced aviation technology qualification
Ground handling systems coordinators moving into a manager role

Career Pathways

Aviation Technology Manager
Airline Systems Manager
Airport Technology Manager
Airline Digital Transformation Manager
Airport Digital Operations Manager
Airline Data Governance Manager
Airline Business Continuity Manager

The LSAAM careers service supports every Higher Diploma student with CV coaching, LinkedIn optimisation, mock interviews and structured introductions to UK airline groups, London airports, ground handling providers and international aviation employers.

Entry Requirements

A completed Advanced Diploma or equivalent Level 5 aviation qualification
Alternatively, 3+ years of supervisory airline or airport experience with a portfolio statement
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English proficiency for international applicants
Two academic or professional references
Interview with the LSAAM admissions team

Why Study at LSAAM

LSAAM is the London School of Aviation and Airport Management, a specialist division of Harold International College of London focused entirely on the operational, commercial and strategic disciplines that run modern airlines and airports. Every LSAAM programme is aligned with recognised UK and international aviation bodies including the Royal Aeronautical Society, the UK Civil Aviation Authority, IATA and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, so graduates step into the sector with credible, industry-referenced study behind them.

Our tutors are former airline technology directors, airport IT managers, ground handling systems leads and commercial aviation professionals, and delivery is available on campus, online and by distance learning to fit working professionals and international students on any timezone.

Apply for Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems

The Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems is your credible, London-referenced route into managing technology across UK aviation. Applications are open now for online, on-campus and distance-learning intakes and can be completed with a short portfolio statement. Complete your operational-to-managerial articulation with LSAAM and secure your place on the next Higher Diploma in Aviation Technology Systems cohort. Enrol Now