Dublin City University (DCU) and daa International have come together to establish the Dublin Aviation Institute.
The new joint venture is designed to deliver global leadership in aviation education and research.
Based at Dublin Airport and DCU, the Institute will work with industry partners to support the growth of the sector and the increasing professionalization of its workforce. It will enable students to experience a unique combination of academic excellence and a live airport environment, which will enhance and compliment their overall learning experience.
The new facility will deliver a comprehensive suite of programmes and courses across the entire spectrum of the aviation industry, from professional standards/compliance training based on international standards to fully accredited degree programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
It will begin offering courses from next year and it is expected that students will come from Ireland and overseas.
Francis O' Toole Author - Careers Ireland 