The Aeronautics graduate program offers a Master of Engineering in Aeronautics and prepares students for advanced professional roles in aviation.

The graduate study of aeronautics offers knowledge and skills required for the use of aircraft and the organisation and control of processes in air traffic. The study programme consists of two course groups: required and elective courses. The required courses deal with theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to air traffic technologies, aircraft maintenance, helicopter flight theory, flight theory and high speed aerodynamics.

About The Program

The curriculum offers a combination of advanced theoretical courses, applied engineering subjects, and specialised modules tailored to the chosen track, such as Pilot, Air Traffic Control, Military Pilot, or Military Air Traffic Control. Students deepen their understanding of aerodynamics, flight operations, air traffic management, aviation safety, propulsion systems, human performance, and modern aviation technologies.

Practical components are carried out through laboratory exercises, simulator training, project work, and in some modules, flight or operational practice. The program places a strong emphasis on analytical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills essential for high-responsibility roles in the aviation industry.

Program Courses: 180 ECTS

Core required courses:

Years One

Semester 1	ECTS
Air Traffic Technology	5
The Helicopter Theory of Flight	4

Semester 1 -Elective Courses - Aeronautics D	ECTS
Airport Operations	5
Avionics and IFR Flying	5
Dynamics and Aircraft Ageing	5
Aviation English VI	3
Aircraft Emissions	5

Semester 1 – Elective Courses - Flight Lessons Practice L	ECTS
Flight Training - Aircraft II	8
Flight Training - Helicopter II	8

Semester 1-Elective Courses -Military Sciences V	ECTS
General Tactics	5
Radiotelephony Communications IV	2

Semester 2	ECTS
Aircraft Operations and Maintenance	5

Semester 2 –Elective Courses - Aeronautics D	ECTS
Aviation Safety	5
Aviation English VII	4
Operational Procedures of Air Carriers	4
Transport Geoinformation Systems	5
Aerial Reconnaissance and Surveillance	6

Semester 2 – Elective Courses - Military Sciences V	ECTS
Radiotelephony Communications V	3
Command and Leadership in a Military Organisation	5
Aircraft Ballistics	6
Air Navigation III	4

Semester 2 – Elective Courses - Flight Lessons Practice L	ECTS
Flight Training - Aircraft III	8
Flight Training - Helicopter III	8

Years Two

Semester 3	ECTS
Theory of Flight III	5

Semester 3 – Elective group D (Aeronautics)	ECTS
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operations	5
Operational Research	6
Transport Optimization	5
Transport Optimization	5
Aerial Vehicles Guidance and Control	5
Air Traffic Flow Management	5
Quality Management in Aviation	5

Semester 3 – Elective group L (Flight practice)	ECTS
Flight Training - Aircraft IV	8
Flight Training - Helicopter IV	8

Semester 3 – Elective group V (Military science)	ECTS
Comparative Defense Systems	5
Military History	5
Air Navigation IV	7

Semester 4	ECTS
Graduation Thesis	30

Department Contact Info

Department of Aeronautics

Contact:

aeronautika-fpz@fpz.unizg.hr

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