The flight portion of SLU's Bachelor of Science in Flight Science curriculum is approved by the FAA under Part 141. Graduates of the program will have earned the following FAA certi?cates and ratings: private pilot certi?cate, instrument rating, commercial pilot certi?cate with single- and multi-engine ratings, and certified flight instructor.
Two concentrations are offered as part of the major: flight science and aviation management.
Flight Science Concentration
Students enrolled in SLU's flight science concentration are encouraged to diversify their educational experience and explore areas outside their major.
Aviation Management Concentration
The goal of SLU's aviation management concentration is to prepare graduates to manage aviation operations and prepare them as socially responsible leaders. Students gain a strong foundation in technical skills and are equipped with a suf?cient breadth of experience in liberal arts and sciences to make a difference in their professional and personal lives.
From air carrier operations to manufacturing to airport management, the aviation management curriculum includes the necessary coursework and experience to serve the business and safety needs in aviation.
Careers
SLU's flight science concentration includes several internship and career opportunities. The Oliver L. Parks Department of Aviation Science provides valuable internship opportunities with Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue and other carriers. Other corporate internships are also available. These internships are highly competitive.
SLU's flight science concentration prepares graduates to begin their path in the aviation industry, leading to a career as a professional pilot in the airline, corporate and military sectors. After earning their flight instructor certi?cates, graduates who do not enter a military career track typically seek a flight instructor position to develop their experience for one to three years. At this time, students are quali?ed for a position with a regional airline.
The aviation management concentration prepares graduates for entry-level positions within the aviation and space industries and/or government agencies. Career opportunities for graduates include management and supervisory positions with commercial airlines, the aircraft/aerospace industry, airports and governmental agencies, and positions as contract negotiators, budget analysts, project administrators, personnel directors and positions in sales, marketing and advertising.