Taking to the Skies: Developing a Dedicated MSc Course in Aviation Human Factors

Tertiary education in ergonomics and human factors: quo vadis?

“…Similarly, Stedmon et al (2018) described how industry and user requirements were considered in the design of a Master program in Aviation Human Factors. The programme was targeted at engaging industry professionals and utilised a distance learning format to be completed on a part time basis to enable the participation of those employed full time.…”

“…Non-traditional delivery formats such as online / distance learning courses are becoming ubiquitous across the university sector. Within HFE, formats have been developed and adopted for various purposes including providing flexibility for students (Järvelin-Pasanen and Räsänen, 2018;Stedmon et al, 2018) and enabling greater accessibility to students in a range of geographical locations (Stedmon et al, 2018;Osvalder, 2018 Järvelin-Pasanen andRäsänen, 2018). This was particularly important when the course was aimed at particular groups such as international aviation professionals (Stedmon et al, 2018).…”

“…The change in delivery format has also improved access and uptake of more part-time students from across the EU. Stedmon et al (2018) explain how the distance learning design of their HFE Master program was specifically designed to attract UK, EU, and international students, many of whom would have been unlikely to undertake traditional postgraduate study. The student profile includes many individuals with work experience in aviation-based organisations spread globally (e.g., major international airline companies, air traffic management providers).…”