Engineering & Technology
Higher Diploma in Aviation and Piloting
Application Code 報名編號 : HD140
Programme Aims & Features
The programme will provide students with an understanding of theory of flight and the underlying concept of aviation business operation. The flying related courses are developed with reference to the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) training syllabus published by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) of the Australian Government. Students have the chance to practise at the professional flight simulator, interactive classroom training and the latest Virtual Reality (VR) technologies training in the professional aviation lab to strengthen their knowledge and aircraft control skill. The programme aims at equipping students with sufficient knowledge to prepare them for the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) Training examination.
Learning topics include the principles of flying, aircraft control, navigation and meteorology, flight performance, ICAO Aviation English Language Proficiency, aviation business management, aviation risk and safety management and various types of knowledge and skills that will commonly be applied in the day-to-day aviation operations.
The programme has received strong support from the local, and international industry including the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy and the Incheon International Airport Corporation. These organizations have agreed to provide ICAO recognized training courses and field trips at the Hong Kong International Airport and the Incheon International Airport restricted areas which are to broaden students’ horizons to an international level. Students are encouraged to participate in various aviation study tours and international airshow and conference during their study to widen their international exposure, develop a better understanding of the industry network and experience different cultures.v
Opportunities for Further Studies
2025 Overall Progression Rate: 85%
UGC-funded Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: 75%
Some of our graduates/students are admitted to UGC-funded degree programmes every year. The list below shows the programmes that our graduates/students of recent years have articulated to*:
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
BBA Business & Management
BEng Aerospace Engineering
City University of Hong Kong
BSocSc Criminology & Sociology
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
BBA (Hons) Aviation Management & Logistics
BEng (Hons) Air Transport Engineering
BEng (Hons) Industrial & Systems Engineering
Hong Kong Baptist University
BSocSc (Hons) European Studies - German Stream
HKU SPACE International College
This programme is designed to facilitate the entry of students into the aviation industry by providing a concrete foundation of knowledge and skills. Graduates can pursue different types of jobs, such as airline cadet pilots, airline flight dispatchers,
air traffic control officers, aviation business management trainees and aviation safety officers.
Job Placement and Industry Award
Leveraging the strong network with the industry, the programme has received support from various organisations. Partnerships include the Heliservices (HK) Ltd. to provide awards for outstanding risk management project works.
*The above list is not exhaustive and only shows some of the examples.
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# This course is jointly offered with the Menzies CNAC Aviation Services Limited
Courses offered in each semester are subject to student enrolment and resources available.
- 2021 Undergraduate, BBA (Hons) Aviation Management and Logistics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- 2021 Graduate, Higher Diploma in Aviation and Piloting
- 2019 Delegate, Australia Aviation Study Trip
Growing up with many curiosities about the sky—how the clouds hang, how the heavy metal objects fly, why airplanes leave white marks in the sky and so on—taking the path of aviation study filled up most of the unknowns for me. Clouds go through atmospheric cycles to form and deform, aircraft wings are designed in sweepback shape like birds to produce lift against their weight, and a contrail is the form of cloud when hot humid air mixes with the exhausted fuel-air mixture. Each of these mysteries that have been answered remind me of my favourite motto, “Every expert starts as a beginner.”
I am very thankful for every opportunity HKU SPACE CC provided for me—a wide range of experiences, airshows, internships at the airport, study tours, and, of course, the flying experience in Melbourne. Memories get washed off by time, but my first flying experience will stay fresh and exciting. From ground briefing to the Cessna simulator and climbing into the Sling2, to flying along the coastline and bringing the plane back onto the runway, feelings were beyond words!
The lecturers who have been or are still working in the aviation field provided the most updated and related sources for my study and career path. Staff were more than willing to help with any sort of problem, and they provided guidance for my study and career planning. Finishing the first year in HKU SPACE CC had broadened my vision and encouraged further learning in the field. I can’t wait for the next year to start!
- 2021 Undergraduate, BEng (Hons) Air Transport Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- 2021 Graduate, Higher Diploma in Aviation and Piloting
I am glad to have studied for the Higher Diploma in Aviation and Piloting at HKU SPACE Community College. I believed that many people had a dream like me, to pilot a plane and fly in the sky. When I was in the secondary school, I was certain that I wanted to become a pilot in the future. I love flying and believed this occupation would suit me well. After completing my secondary education, I struggled to find a suitable aviation-related course in Hong Kong—especially about flying. Finally I discovered HKU SPACE Community College, which offered the course on aviation and piloting.
2019-20 was my first year at HKU SPACE Community College. It was my most memorable year in which I took part in the Australia Aviation Study Trip. During the trip, we secured many precious opportunities such as a trial flight at Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne. I was allowed to sit at the front of the aircraft with my instructor, and I would never forget the excitement during my first take-off and landing. I was so energized because I knew it was one great step toward my dream, and it confirmed that I had chosen my future career correctly.