Professional Cookery, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Cabin Crew and Airport Operations
Campus Granton Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 5
Study mode Full time
Start date
Jan 2026
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Course overview
This course will focus on developing and enhancing your knowledge and skills to boost your requirements for employment within the growing aviation sector.
We are fortunate to have Scotland's busiest airport right on our doorstep. Edinburgh Airport serves 130 destinations with 188 routes, carrying over 12.4 million passengers yearly. These figures are continuing to grow year on year.
This course focuses on the operation of airlines both on the ground and in the air. You will study various subjects, including working in Airport Ground Operations, learning Cabin Crew skills, and delivering excellent customer care, all of which prepare you for the selection process.
In addition, we are excited to announce the collaboration with Cabin Crew International, the official recruitment partner of Ryanair, Europe's favourite airline. You will be guaranteed an interview for a Cabin Crew position towards the end of your course, with a start date on completion if successful, should you wish to pursue this as a career.
What you will learn
- Airport Ground Operations
- Working as an Air Cabin Crew
- Customer Care in the Aviation Industry
- Global Airline Destinations
- Preparation for Employment for Air Cabin Crew and Passenger Service Agents
Placement information
Cabin Crew and Airport OperationsHow the course is assessed
- Role Play
- Open and closed-book exam-style assessments
- E-Portfolios
- Presentations
- Electronic assessment
Number of days per week
- 3 days per week on campus
Entry requirements
- A minimum requirement of 5 National 4s to include English and Maths or Communications, and Numeracy or equivalent and 2 National 5s at grade A-C to reflect that some of the course content is delivered at level 6
- Relevant experience will also be considered
Although the following are not required for the study of this course many airlines will impose some or all of the following restrictions:
- You must be at least 18 years of age
- You must be taller than 5 feet 2 inches (this is for Cabin Crew only and can vary between airlines)
- You must hold a valid EU passport and the right to work in the UK
- You must be fluent in spoken and written English
- Some airlines and handling agents may also require additional criteria to be met. This may include restrictions such as visible tattoos and piercings
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- Candidates will be asked to attend an information session
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- This course is designed as employability and employer-led course and would not normally lead to progression onto a higher-level course. Individual performance would be considered if a student wished to progress onto the HNC Travel and Tourism course.
Career options
- Air Cabin Crew
- Airport Operations staff within a busy airport
- A variety of roles with airlines and handling agents such as Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, Emirates, EasyJet, Jet2.com, Swissport International, Menzies Aviation, and many more at a variety of international airports
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Full time | 19/01/26 |
