Human Factors in Aeronautics, M.S.

Although this program is fully online, it’s far from impersonal.

Aviation is a small world, and Florida Tech makes it easy to connect with faculty and fellow students no matter where you are.

Engaging discussion boards, live sessions and collaboration create a supportive, interactive environment that mirrors the teamwork and communication critical in aviation.

This flexible format lets you advance your career while earning your master’s degree on a schedule that fits your professional and personal life.

Florida Tech’s aviation human factors faculty are accomplished researchers, aviators and engineers, bringing expertise across every facet of human factors and aviation safety.

You’ll learn from educators whose experience spans the full spectrum of the field, from commercial, private and military piloting to airline and airport consulting, aviation system design, management and human factors analysis.

Our faculty share real-world insights drawn from years of industry experience. Many are recognized thought-leaders who have authored textbooks and published research on topics ranging from human factors classification and accident investigation to G-force induced loss of consciousness and haptic feedback in aviation systems.

The Human Factors in Aeronautics M.S. offers a strong pathway into the aviation field, even for students without prior aviation experience.

Those who need additional preparation can take AVT 5000: Airspace Safety online during the summer before starting the program in the fall. This prerequisite course provides an intensive introduction to the National Airspace System, aviation safety, physiology and terminology to help you enter the program ready for success.

Students can choose between a thesis or nonthesis option, depending on their academic goals and career interests.

Those choosing the thesis option design and complete original research that applies human factors principles to real aviation challenges. This path lets you dive deep into a specialized area of interest while developing advanced research and analytical skills.

In the nonthesis option you'll take additional courses in place of the thesis, including a capstone course in your final semester, bringing together what you've learned.