Entry Requirements:

5 GCSEs grade 3-9. Interview.

If you have not yet achieved a grade 4 or above in Maths and English you will be required to continue to develop your Maths and English skills throughout the duration of this programme until you meet the required standard.

What's it all about?:

This qualification is designed to provide learners with a basic understanding of the principles of working within the aviation sector, specifically in logistics and handling cargo. Leaners will be provided with opportunities to develop skills and behaviours to ready them for work in this dynamic and fast moving environment. Progression onto a L3 programme after successful completion of this course in aviation or PEO aeronautical engineering.

How long is the course?:

1 year – minimum 2 days a week

How much does it cost?:

There is a range of financial support that you may be entitled to, including: Learner Support funds, grants and bursaries and employer support.

Additional course costs of approx. £100 a year will apply. This will cover the cost of educational visits, textbooks, guest speakers etc.

What will I do?:

You will study approximately 10 units that include the following:

• Environmental Impact of Logistics
• Logistics Project
• Moving & Handling Goods Manually
• Picking and Distributing Goods
• Receiving and Storing Goods
• Route Planning
• Security in Logistics
• Stock Control
• Working Safely in Logistics
• Customer Service

Employability and Interview skills will be developed as part of the course structure.

The qualification is made up of coursework.

Core modules: 

• Working in Logistics 

Optional Modules:

• Picking and Distributing Goods
• Receiving and Storing Goods
• Route Planning
• Security in Logistics
• Stock Control
• Working Safely in Logistics
• Customer Service

What can I do next?:

Progression to employment, an apprenticeship or to further study at a higher level.

Careers:

Stansted Airport is the largest employer in the East of England employing more than 12,000 employees. 

84% of the airports workforce live in Essex & Hertfordshire.

The airport contributes £1billion annually to the UK’s economy.

Proud to work with:

With over 40 partnerships with local businesses in and around the airport environment, you have every opportunity to meet your future employer whilst studying with us.

Additional Info:

Assessment is by coursework assignments, formative and summative assessment.

Formal interview with teaching team of department following application.

You will study this course at STAC, where you will be line of sight of the industry you will be studying.

How to Apply:

Call 01279 868100 and chat with one our friendly Admissions team or ask us a question