Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs. These should include Mathematics and a science based subject at a level of Grade C GCSE or higher (or the equivalent thereof).

Those accepting an offer to join an Integrated Course must be in possession of a JAA Class 1 Medical Certificate. The initial examination for this Certificate is completed at the Civil Aviation Authority Aeromedical Centre based at Gatwick Airport.

Before embarking on an intensiv and expensive course of training, it is of paramount importance that applicants discover whether they have the aptitude and commitment to succeed. It is vital that a student completes the course to a good standard, for recommendations of suitability to be made to airlines on completion. The College works closely with operators to determine the level of skills and personality required to work as a First Officer. Accordingly, we require all applicants to successfully complete a formal assessment before being offered a place on the Integrated programme.

ICAO Language Proficiency Standard Level 4 is required for issue of a Professional Pilots licence, so for students commencing pilot training, this will be relevant. During the interview we will be monitoring the following areas – pronunciation, stress, rhythm and intonation, and that vocabulary range and accuracy are sufficient to communicate effectively.