Aeronautics Leadership

Admission Requirements & Program Highlights

Spread your wings and take advantage of the growing demand for pilots to serve as leaders in aviation and aerospace. Academic education is coupled with flight training, run by our industry partner, Journey Air, at the Windsor International Airport (YQG).

Admission Requirements

Course Requirements

Minimum Average

ENG4U required, one of MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U or SPH4U.

70%

Course Requirements

Minimum Average

Grade 12 English required, one of Grade 12 Advanced Functions, Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors, Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management or Grade 12 Physics.

70%

Course Requirements

Minimum Average

Grade 12 English required, one of Grade 12 Advanced Functions, Grade 12 Calculus and Vectors, Grade 12 Mathematics of Data Management or Grade 12 Physics.

70%

Course Requirements

Minimum Average

Grade 12 English, Grade 12 Math, Grade 11 or 12 Physics.

70%

Functional Knowledge

Confidently piloting both private and commercial aircraft
Composing and editing clear, concise and technically correct written documents for specific audiences
Understanding and explaining technical knowledge regarding air transportation
Overcoming obstacles by utilising problem-solving skills
Working effectively as part of a team through various leadership roles
Effectively communicating ideas, arguments and evidence through clear, concise and coherent written work

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Explore Opportunities

Explore a selection of recommended opportunities for students in this program. Below you'll find many options – you don’t have to do everything on it or limit yourself to it. Engage in opportunities from each of the three categories to set yourself up for success.

First Year

Take required courses including Effective Writing and Introduction to Psychology
Review degree course requirements for all years of study
Begin to discover balance between coursework and flight training
Meet with an academic advisor
Receive peer mentorship or academic advising and support from faculty coordinator

Middle Years

Take required courses and check in with academic advisor to make sure you are on the right path
Look into completing a research project in final year HIP
Take three courses from Business and four courses from Science, Engineering or Computer Science
Start taking courses required as pre-requisites for graduate or professional school
Seek out courses that offer field experience HIP
Consider declaring a minor and/or specialization

Final Year

Meet with an academic advisor to go over degree requirements
Complete all required courses for your degree
Apply to graduate through UWinsite Student Portal
Work with a faculty member on a research project or publication HIP
Take the Mentorship and Learning course as a way of combining learning opportunities with student teaching HIP
Take a field work or practicum course to culminate your senior experience HIP

First Year

Apply for a co-curricular experience such as VIP HIP
Take Practicum in Professional Development (credit for flight training) HIP
Work toward and complete Private Pilot licensing requirements
Research student exchange opportunities for middle years HIP
Investigate research opportunities as part of the Outstanding Scholars program HIP
Join clubs such as the Students Offering Support, UWSA or Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Club
Participate in the Bystander Initiative workshop to gain skills that will help you be an effective and supportive ally to prevent sexual assault on campus

Middle Years

Join a professional association in your field such as the Air Transport Association of Canada
Complete Commercial Pilot’s License by passing written exam following 300 nautical miles of solo cross-country flight
Participate in UWill Discover undergraduate research conference HIP
Obtain Multi-Engine Rating and Category 1 Instrument Rating
Apply for student exchange program HIP
Expand your skills by taking on a summer, part-time or volunteer position
Look for a leadership role in a club or society

Final Year

Run for a UWSA executive position
Conduct field research with faculty member HIP
Become a tutor for Students Offering Support (SOS) HIP
Work toward Class 4 Instructor Rating
Put in additional flight time toward the Airline Transport Pilot License

First Year

Create a list of things that you enjoy, areas in which you excel, and your skills
Meet with a career advisor in Career Development and Experiential Learning (CDEL) for help developing a plan for your future years
Consider a career assessment workshop or appointment to help you identify possible career paths
Get involved with a part-time job, volunteer opportunity, campus group, or research assistantship
Attend CDEL workshops to learn how to find a summer or part-time job and write a resumé and cover letter
Drop in to meet with one of CDEL's' peer advisors to get answers to your career and job search questions

Middle Years

Research career fields and occupations with the help of a CDEL career advisor
Explore opportunities and meet employers through job fairs and employer networking events
Explore further educational opportunities by attending the Graduate and Professional Schools Fair and researching admission requirements for programs you are interested in
Attend CDEL’s Using Social Media to Leverage Your Career workshop
Create a LinkedIn profile and have it critiqued
Take part in informational interviews and use sources like LinkedIn and Ten Thousand Coffees to meet people in your targeted profession
Search job postings to learn what skills, knowledge, and credentials you will need for potential careers

Final Year

If you are considering applying to graduate or professional school, be aware of early application deadlines
Meet with CDEL to prepare application documents like a resumé, cover letter, CV, or personal statement for jobs and education programs you are applying to
Attend an Interview Skills Workshop and Job Search Tips Workshop
Use InterviewStream to practice your interview skills online
Set up an in-person mock interview with a career advisor for professional school or job applications
Meet employers at the annual job fair in January
Compose a portfolio of relevant academic and work experience

HIP

High-Impact Practices (HIP)

A HIP is an enriching educational experience that can be life-changing and often includes learning outside of the classroom while encouraging meaningful interaction and collaboration.

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Career Planning

Intentional career planning will help you prepare for your next step after graduation. It is a fluid, dynamic, and continuous process, meaning you can move on or return to an earlier stage at any time. You can even work through simultaneous cycles, like one for your long-term dream job and another for a summer job.

Manage Your Career - 1. Asses Yourself - 2. Explore Careers - 3. Expand Skills - 4. Market Yourself - 5. Find a job

Build your Skills and Experience

Your UWindsor experience is more than attending classes. It is a combination of academics, co-curricular activities, and extracurricular involvement. By making the most of all three elements of your university experience, you will maximize your opportunities to build your skills, broaden your personal network, and clarify your long term academic and career goals.

Curriculum

Courses of study specific to each program

Co-Curriculum

Activities and experiences that complement coursework (Outstanding Scholars, peer mentoring, VIP)

Extracurriculum

Activities falling outside of the scope of set curriculum (Part-time job, clubs, volunteering, athletics

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Life After Graduation

“The Aeronautics Leadership program prepared me for my career as a Commercial Pilot. My degree helped me secure a full-time Flight Instructing position right after graduating. The leadership experience from my degree is used in my day to day work, helping future pilots reach their career goals.”

TJ Bradd –
BA in Liberal Arts and Professional Studies: Aeronautics Leadership [2017]

“The Aeronautics program has provided me with a well-rounded education and leadership skills that I will take with me as I pursue my dream of flying for a commercial airline.”

Jessica Garant –
(Honours) in Liberal Arts and Professional Studies: Aeronautics Leadership [2018]

Common Industries for Aeronautics Leadership Graduates

Academia
Business: Analysis, research, corporate communications
Education: Public schools, vocational/corporate training
Government services
Flight: Commercial, private, instruction
Law and law enforcement
Politics: Political office, campaign management, polling and research, speechwriting
Public policy think tanks and consulting: Public/private sectors

Career Tracks^*

Aeronautical engineer
Agricultural pilot
Air safety specialist
Air traffic controller
Aircraft test pilot
Airport manager
Avionics technician
Business advisor
Commercial pilot
Design specialist
Flight dispatcher
Flight fueler
Flight instructor
Flight test engineer
Journalist
Lawyer
Marketing manager
Policy analyst
Private pilot
Professor
Project manager
Project engineer
Public official
Public relations officer
Research co-ordinator
Software engineer
Teacher
Tour guide

* Additional education and/or training required for some of the above careers.

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Admission Requirements & Program Highlights

Admission Requirements

Functional Knowledge

Apply to UWindsor

Explore Opportunities

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

High-Impact Practices (HIP)

Let's Talk About Aeronautics Leadership

Career Planning

Build your Skills and Experience

Curriculum

Co-Curriculum

Extracurriculum

Visit UWindsor

Visit UWindsor

Life After Graduation

Common Industries for Aeronautics Leadership Graduates

Career Tracks^*

Let's Connect

Continue Exploring UWindsor

1. Explore

2. Connect

3. Visit

4. Apply

5. You're In!

Aeronautics Leadership

Admission Requirements & Program Highlights

Admission Requirements

Functional Knowledge

Apply to UWindsor

Explore Opportunities

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

First Year

Middle Years

Final Year

High-Impact Practices (HIP)

Let's Talk About Aeronautics Leadership

Career Planning

Build your Skills and Experience

Curriculum

Co-Curriculum

Extracurriculum

Visit UWindsor

Visit UWindsor

Life After Graduation

Common Industries for Aeronautics Leadership Graduates

Career Tracks*

Let's Connect

Continue Exploring UWindsor

1. Explore

2. Connect

3. Visit

4. Apply

5. You're In!

Career Tracks^*