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CESDA is Spain’s first university-level aviation training center

Reus, ES · Ranking #35

CESDA is the first university aviation training center in Spain, specializing in pilot training and aviation education. The center offers comprehensive programs for commercial pilot licenses, airline transport pilot licenses, and various aviation-related degrees. CESDA combines theoretical academic training with practical flight training, providing students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in aviation. The institution maintains modern facilities including flight simulators and training aircraft. CESDA emphasizes safety, professionalism, and excellence in aviation education, preparing students for successful careers as pilots and aviation professionals in the commercial aviation industry.

CESDA is Spain’s first university-level aviation training center logo

CESDA is Spain’s first university-level aviation training center

About the university

CESDA is the first university aviation training center in Spain, specializing in pilot training and aviation education. The center offers comprehensive programs for commercial pilot licenses, airline transport pilot licenses, and various aviation-related degrees. CESDA combines theoretical academic training with practical flight training, providing students with the knowledge and skills needed for careers in aviation. The institution maintains modern facilities including flight simulators and training aircraft. CESDA emphasizes safety, professionalism, and excellence in aviation education, preparing students for successful careers as pilots and aviation professionals in the commercial aviation industry.

Key information

  • Location: Reus, ES
  • Ranking #35
  • National ranking #35
  • Institution type: private

Popular faculties

  • Commercial Pilot Training
  • Airline Transport Pilot License
  • Aviation Management
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Air Traffic Control

Programs (2)

  • Engineering
  • Aviation navigation

Campus life

CESDA provides a specialized campus environment focused on aviation training. Located near Reus Airport, students benefit from direct access to flight training facilities and modern aviation infrastructure. The center offers various student services including flight simulators, training aircraft, classrooms, and aviation laboratories. The campus community is dedicated to aviation excellence, with opportunities for students to engage in practical flight training, aviation events, and professional development activities. CESDA promotes student participation in aviation-related activities and maintains strong connections with the aviation industry and airlines.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €400 - €800 / per month

Housing options

  • Student residence halls
  • Shared apartments
  • Private accommodation
  • Host families

Career & internships

Employment rate: 80%

Partner companies

  • Vueling
  • Volotea
  • European flight schools

Internships: CESDA integrates extensive practical flight training and internships into its aviation programs. Students have opportunities to complete flight hours, simulator training, and internships with airlines, aviation companies, and airport operations. The center's career services office assists students in finding suitable internship placements and job opportunities in the aviation industry. Practical training provides valuable professional experience and helps students develop essential piloting skills. CESDA maintains partnerships with various airlines and aviation employers to facilitate internship opportunities for students and supports the transition from training to professional aviation careers.

Admission requirements

Required documents

  • Application form
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Academic transcripts
  • Medical certificate (Class 1 medical certificate for pilots)
  • Language proficiency certificate (Spanish/English)
  • Passport copy
  • Personal statement
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Pilot aptitude test results

Minimum GPA: 3.5

Application deadlines

  • Rolling admissions

Tuition costs

  • €15,000 - €80,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 55.00%
  • Scholarships available: CESDA may offer various scholarship and financial aid programs for students pursuing aviation careers. These may include merit-based scholarships, need-based financial assistance, and grants for exceptional students. The center may participate in national and regional scholarship programs. CESDA may also offer specific scholarships for aviation training and support students through various financial aid mechanisms. Specific scholarship information should be obtained directly from the center's financial aid office or student services department.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 2001
  • Teaching languages: English, Spanish, spanish, catalan, english
  • Study formats: offline

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