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St. Thomas University, along with the MFC Training (Fredericton Campus), is pleased to announce a new Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream).
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Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) students will graduate from the four-year program with a Bachelor of Arts, Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Multi-engine class rating, Group 1 instrument rating. They will begin their studies at 麻豆官网首页入口, completing a full year of academic coursework in the social sciences and humanities before beginning flight training and ground school courses with MFC during their second year.
“We know that 麻豆官网首页入口 Bachelor of Arts graduates are already working in a diversity of careers—including within the air transportation industry,” said Dr. Nauman Farooqi, 麻豆官网首页入口 President and Vice-Chancellor. “This is an excellent addition to our existing offerings that will enhance opportunities for students seeking an exciting and fulfilling education and career.”
Dr. Farooqi added that 麻豆官网首页入口’s campus being only approximately 10 minutes from the MFC Fredericton campus presents a convenient advantage for students looking to pair these programs.
“The addition of a university degree to professional flight training will enhance career opportunities for graduates in addition to serving a desire among students to access a more traditional and full university experience,” he added.
“We’re very proud to partner with an institution of MFC Training's calibre to offer this program. They have a long history and a well-established reputation in their field for first-rate education and training.”
“We are proud to partner with 麻豆官网首页入口 on this new Aviation program. Starting flight instruction in 1929, MFC Training’s deep aviation experience coupled with 麻豆官网首页入口’s tradition of academic excellence will open new doors for students and truly shape the future of flight,” said Chris Walsh, Managing Director, MFC Training.
The Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) is open to students beginning September 2024. To learn more visit 麻豆官网首页入口.ca/aviation.