Our Tier 1 Pathways
A coordinated, industry-shaped foundation for young people
entering the world of flight.
Why Tier 1 Exists
Tier 1 Pathways were created to show what coordinated, industry-shaped aviation education can look like when employers and educators work in step — giving young people a clear, confident start into the world of flight.
Why Tier 1 Is an Example
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They offerone practical example of alignment in action — built with major employers and delivered in Tier 1 Partner Colleges to demonstrate how shared standards, shared curriculum and shared expectations can raise confidence and readiness across the talent ecosystem.
Three connected routes into the future of flight - industry-shaped, Pearson-BTEC powered and open to learners worldwide.
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Our Tier 1 Pathways provide one strong example of what aligned, industry-shaped aviation education can look like in practice. Built with major employers and delivered with partner colleges, they give learners a shared foundation for entering aviation with confidence, readiness and a clear sense of where they belong.
Aviation Operations - first flight September 2021
Prepare for the front line of aviation. This pathway builds the knowledge, skills, behaviours and situational awareness needed for flight crew, air traffic, airport operations, ground services, and customer experience roles - connecting learners directly with the rhythm of global aviation. Students have also successfully transitioned from this pathway to Engineering Apprenticeships.
Aviation Engineering - first flight September 2026
Shape the next generation of aircraft and systems. Designed around real industry and employer needs, this pathway develops core technical, engineering and maintenance knowledge, skills and behaviours with digital, problem-solving and sustainability insight for the aircraft of tomorrow.
Aviation & Environmental Sustainability - first flight September 2026
Drive aviation’s transition to net zero. From sustainable fuels and energy management to environmental monitoring and system design, this pathway explores how innovation can balance growth with responsibility.
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