For nearly a century, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ has built a reputation as the oldest, largest and most prestigious institution specializing in aviation and aerospace. Today, as a distance-learning pioneer, our online degrees are renowned worldwide and have been ranked among the top 10 for more than a decade by "U.S. News & World Report."
Our Worldwide Campus offers programs you can complete entirely online, without attending face-to-face seminars. It also enables busy professionals or students just beginning their academic journeys to study comfortably from home, work, cafés or while traveling, on a schedule that suits them. If you prefer face-to-face learning, we have learning options at more than 110+ sites around the globe to meet your needs.
We have become a recognized educational leader in Europe. If you have work experience as an aviation professional with over 12 years of experience, you may be able to earn credits for your experience through an “Experiential Learning Evaluation,” allowing you to enter a master’s program directly without having to complete a bachelor's degree.
You can also combine special high school diplomas — such as the Abitur or International Baccalaureate — with an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) to earn prior learning credits toward either our Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics or our Bachelor of Science in Pilot Operations.
In addition, our Europe location in the , within walking distance of Germany’s Frankfurt Airport, provides you with the opportunity to build vital practical experience and strong professional networks through our close ties with nearby aviation and aerospace companies.
If you’re ready to elevate your education, discover how Embry-Riddle can help you keep climbing.
Apply today or chat with our enrollment counselors by emailing worldwide@erau.edu or calling +49 69 27229676.
Accreditation and Recognition
For information on Embry-Riddle's accreditation, please read the university's official accreditation statement.
Degrees from ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ are recognized in Germany. The German Armed Forces, “Bundeswehr,” offers financial support to current and former military members pursuing bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Embry-Riddle Europe.
The Central Office for Foreign Education of the Conference of Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs in Germany, “Kultusministerkonferenz,” has granted Embry-Riddle , meaning that Embry-Riddle is recognized as a university in its home country and is also regarded as a university institution in Germany.
About Europe Campus
The flexibility of our 100% online programs lets you travel around the world and complete practica while studying. As long as you have an internet connection, you can finish your coursework from a café in Amsterdam, a youth hostel in Johannesburg or a museum restaurant in Barcelona.
Students study on their own schedule, meeting weekly assignment deadlines while staying in touch with their academic advisor at the Europe location in Frankfurt. Once you've finished exploring the world and earned your degree, you'll be well qualified for your first job in your field.
Corporate engagement and strategic partnerships have been key drivers in Embry-Riddle's successful path toward becoming a globally recognized aviation and aerospace university. Embry-Riddle's Europe location continually aims to expand its corporate and academic network across Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Academic Institutions
The BA (Hons) Aviation Management at Cardiff Met is a dedicated aviation degree, offered in partnership with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ - Worldwide and Cardiff Airport. It aims to provide a uniquely innovative and engaging on-campus program. Students will learn about various aspects of aviation law, strategic management, aerospace safety, airline management and employment issues related to aviation. and .
This program is designed for licensed Air Transport Pilots looking to complete an online bachelor’s degree while fulfilling their work and/or family responsibilities. Students who complete the program receive a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Air Transport from the University of Malta’s .
Embry-Riddle Europe has maintained a longstanding partnership with the University of the Witswatersrand in South Africa. Students in this program complete on-campus courses for the Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering at Wits and take online graduate Aeronautical Sciences courses through Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus. Graduates will receive a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Witswatersrand and a Master of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle’s Worldwide Campus.
Alliances With Tuition Assistance Programs
- Boeing — Learning Together Program
- Bright Horizons EdAssist Solutions
Professional Interest Groups and Associations
While lectures and textbooks are essential parts of education, the faculty at Embry-Riddle draw on their real-world experience to show students how to apply knowledge beyond the classroom.
Each dedicated faculty member is passionate about aviation and aeronautics and brings experience from academia, various professional roles and research positions. They regularly meet with industry leaders to ensure they teach skills that are in demand in the workplace. They are eager to share their experiences and help students reach their academic and professional goals.
Meet the Faculty
Read our faculty bios for detailed backgrounds on our dedicated team.
At Embry-Riddle, you can convert your Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) and your Air Transport Pilot License (ATPL) into university transfer credits toward either a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics or a Bachelor of Science in Pilot Operations.
As the table below shows, a typical U.S. bachelor’s degree is a four-year program requiring 120 credits (240 ECTS) to complete. At Embry-Riddle, pilots can earn up to 45 transfer credits (90 ECTS) for their MPL/ATPL, depending on their chosen program. Additional transfer credits may be granted based on the type of high school diploma obtained, such as the German G-9 Abitur, which takes 13 years to complete.
Bachelor of Science in Pilot Operations
| Degree/Diploma | Approximate duration (full-time)/Number of Courses (Number of U.S. credits/ECTS) | Number of Transfer Credits |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. High School/Abitur (G-8; 12 years) | 4 years (40 courses/120 credits/240 ECTS) | 0 |
| Abitur (G-9; 13 years) | 3 years (30 courses/90 credits/180 ECTS) | up to 30 credits/60 ECTS |
| MPL/ATPL (frozen and unfrozen) | 2.7 years (27 courses/81 credits/162 ECTS) | up to 39 credits/78 ECTS |
| MPL/ATPL (frozen and unfrozen) plus specialized ratings | 2.5 years (25 courses/75 credits/150 ECTS) | up to 45 credits/90 ECTS |
| Abitur (G-9; 13 years) plus MPL/ATPL plus specialized ratings | 1.5 years (15 courses/45 credits/90 ECTS) | up to 75 credits/150 ECTS) |
Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics
| Degree/Diploma | Approximate duration (full-time)/Number of Courses (Number of U.S. credits/ECTS) | Number of Transfer Credits |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. High School/Abitur (G-8; 12 years) | 4 years (40 courses/120 credits/240 ECTS) | 0 |
| Abitur (G-9; 13 years) | 3 years (30 courses/90 credits/180 ECTS) | up to 30 credits/60 ECTS |
| MPL/ATPL (frozen and unfrozen) | 2.9 years (29 courses/87 credits/174 ECTS) | up to 33 credits/66 ECTS |
| MPL/ATPL (frozen and unfrozen) plus specialized ratings | 2.8 years (38 courses/84 credits/168 ECTS) | up to 36 credits/72 ECTS |
| Abitur (G-9; 13 years) plus MPL/ATPL plus specialized ratings | 1.8 years (18 courses/54 credits/108 ECTS) | up to 66 credits/132 ECTS) |
The length of your studies depends entirely on how many courses you complete each year. Most undergraduate students take 3-5 courses annually, but it is possible to complete as many as 20 courses in a single year. Students have up to seven years to finish their bachelor’s program.
Our online degree programs offer multiple start dates throughout the year, allowing students to learn on their own schedule. Instead of semesters, we provide nine-week terms during which undergraduate students can enroll in up to four courses.
Please note that the final number of transfer credits will be determined by our academic evaluators, who will assess your professional licenses and specialized ratings during the application process. All applicants with non-U.S. high school diplomas must submit their official documents to a third-party Foreign Credential Evaluation Service. This process will determine whether a) your high school diploma is equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma, and b) if you will receive any U.S. transfer credits for your high school courses.
Senior pilots with an Abitur, MPL/ATPL and 12-plus years of work experience may be eligible for an “Experiential Learning Evaluation,” which may entitle them to apply directly to most of our 10-course master’s programs (not all of them are aviation-related) or to one of our four-course graduate certificate programs. Completing a certificate program would develop your specialty knowledge base in 12 months. We have an extensive list of subject matters to choose from, including:
- Aeronautics
- Aviation & Aerospace Sustainability
- Aviation Cybersecurity
- Aviation Safety
- Human Factors
- Project Management
- And many others
The Embry-Riddle Europe office provides support and academic advising throughout the application process.
Career Opportunities
Acknowledged by the Berlin Senate for offering recognized, accredited degrees in Germany, Embry-Riddle Europe has helped alumni find a variety of positions in the aviation industry worldwide.
Currently, Embry-Riddle alumni hold exciting roles at the following companies:
- Airbus SAS
- Deutsche Luftwaffe
- Deutsche Bundeswehr
- Deutsche Lufthansa AG
- Ecole Nationale de l’Aviation Civile (ENAC)
- EADS — Astrium
- EUROCONTROL
- EASA
- National Airport Authority of Morocco
Aircraft mechanics are part of the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) sector. The MRO sector is one of the largest employment areas in aviation and aerospace, focusing on enhancing aircraft safety and quality through maintenance and modifications. Mechanics work in various settings, using tools and equipment to conduct inspections, preventive maintenance and system alterations.
If you're passionate about aviation but prefer a role outside of piloting, consider a career as an aircraft mechanic. Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Aviation Maintenance or Aeronautics, or a graduate degree in Aeronautics, from Embry‑Riddle can set you on this path.
Airports are like small cities — some have hundreds of thousands of passengers and employees passing through daily. Aviation business administration roles encompass air cargo management, airport safety and airline operations, blending aviation with business.
Aviation business management includes responsibilities within aviation authorities or airport operators, focusing on commercial management, marketing and development. Positions may involve overseeing airline or airport operations as a team leader or project manager.
To succeed in any management position, you need a solid business background and aviation knowledge, including economics, aeronautical science, statistics, marketing and international business.
Embry-Riddle’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration, Master of Science in Aeronautics and Master of Business Administration in Aviation provide you with knowledge that enables you to go on to become an effective leader.
Safety is paramount across the aviation industry — from airport operations to flight operations to hangar operations and beyond.
Safety management personnel aim to minimize danger but have broader responsibilities. They are involved in various flight sectors, including aircraft design, manufacturing, airports and air traffic control, all while managing budgets.
To become an air safety manager, you need substantial research and investigation skills, a technical background and the ability to communicate effectively.
Embry-Riddle’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation Safety and Master of Science in Aeronautics, with a specialization in Safety, could help prepare you for a future in safety management.
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