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    M1: The Regulation of Aviation

    This course provides a general overview of the law and legal systems including contract and tort law and also areas of corporate and criminal law. Students undertaking aviation-related studies would also benefit from this course as it presents all the areas of the law that impinge upon aviation activities.

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    Module 2: The Commercial Aviation Industry

    This module explains the structure of businesses and the way in which transactions are carried out and the increasing importance of intellectual property. In respect to the commercial aviation industry, a brief overview of aircraft leasing and aviation insurance is provided. As such, we look at the various types of business structures and workplace arrangements that can be found in aviation across various jurisdictions. 

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    M3: Aviation Safety and Security

    This module introduces aviation safety and security, highlighting their impact on organizations and cultures within the aviation industry. It explains the importance of a systems approach to safety management and the need to protect overlapping operational areas from criminal and terrorist threats. Understanding these concepts is crucial for aviation professionals to ensure a secure and efficient global transportation system.

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    M4: International Aviation Law

    This module introduces international aviation law, explaining its significance for those in the aviation industry, which is highly regulated and internationally harmonized. It covers the distinction between private and public international law, the typical sources of international law, and the relevance of the Montreal Convention 1999 with case study examples. Understanding this legal framework is essential for aviation professionals.


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