Master of Science Courses

The ITPS Canada Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering (MS FTE) and Flight Test (MS FT) post-secondary degrees are approved by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities of Ontario. MS FTE is aimed at students holding an engineering undergraduate degree, and MS FT is aimed at students holding a science, technology or mathematics undergraduate degree. With over 35 years of expertise in flight testing across civil and military programs, ITPS ensures students gain the 53 credits needed for graduation while meeting industry-specific training goals. An expert international team teaches the curriculum and reflects real-world lessons from worldwide aircraft and helicopter testing. ITPS also provides strong family support to help students settle into the welcoming Canadian city of London, Ontario.

Master of Science
in Flight Test Engineering

The Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering (MS FTE) is a post-secondary degree approved by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in Ontario. ITPS is an accredited institution with a 35-year history in flight test academics. The program has a duration of 48 weeks and consists of mandatory and elective courses towards the 53 academic credits required for graduation.

The traditional 1-year graduate (military) Test Pilot / Flight Test Engineer course offered by ITPS fulfills all the requirements of the Master of Science in Flight Test Engineering programme, therefore students eligible for admission will be offered the MS FTE upon successful graduation.

This institution has been granted a consent by the Minister of Colleges and Universities to offer this program for a five-year term starting September 24, 2021. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions.)

Mandatory Courses

FTE01 Flight Test Fundamentals
FTE02 Performance Flight Tests
FTE03 Flying Qualities Flight Tests
FTE04 Avionics Systems Flight Tests
AFT01 Advanced Civil Flight Tests
AFT02 Digital Flight Control Systems
FPR01 Final Project

Elective Courses

ELE01 Unmanned Air Vehicle Flight Tests
ELE02 Advanced Military Flight Tests
ELE03 Electro-optics and Night Vision Systems Flight Tests
ELE04 Stores Certification and Weapons Testing

Final Project

Admission Criteria

Minimum academic requirements for admission are:

An earned 4-Year (or equivalent) accredited BSc in Engineering recognised by the Washington Accord; and,
A minimum average grade of B in the final year of the BSc (A master’s degree from an accredited institution may also satisfy this requirement).

English language proficiency must be demonstrated by:

Graduation in a BSc from a University where the primary language of instruction is English; OR,
Evidence of English Language Proficiency as demonstrated by an acceptable Internationally recognized English Language Test Score equivalent to an IELTS 6.5 (Academic) with no band below 6.0.

Medical Fitness:

A minimum of a TC Class 3, EASA Class 2, or equivalent.

Course Cost: USD $45,000

For more details contact: info@ITPSCanada.com

Master of Science
in Flight Testing

The Master of Science in Flight Testing (MS FT) is a post-secondary degree approved by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities in Ontario aimed for students holding a science, technology or mathematics undergraduate degree. ITPS is an accredited institution with a 35+ year history in flight test academics. The program has a duration of 48 weeks and consists of mandatory and elective courses toward the 53 academic credits required for graduation.

This institution has been granted a consent by the Minister of Colleges and Universities to offer this program for a five-year term starting January 26, 2023. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions.)