U-Space Urban Air Traffic Course
Online course of 300 hours in U-space urban air traffic. 6 modules covering the U-space concept and architecture, the European regulatory framework, mandatory U-space services, technologies and interoperability, and conflict and capacity management under Implementing Regulations (EU) 2021/664, 2021/665 and 2021/666, with an assigned technical tutor.
U-Space Urban Air Traffic Course — studying from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has one of the world's most established aerospace sectors, anchored by clusters in Bristol, Filton, Derby, Hampshire and Scotland's Glasgow corridor. Major manufacturers and suppliers such as Rolls-Royce, BAE Systems, Airbus UK and GKN Aerospace drive demand for engineers in design, propulsion, structures and systems integration. Urban air mobility, electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, and commercial drones are emerging alongside, supported by government programmes and test corridors. Space engineering is growing through launch and satellite activity around the UK spaceports and Harwell. Graduates with aerospace expertise find roles across manufacturing, certification and research.
Fees for the United Kingdom: £619 (Pound sterling), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United Kingdom
Typical roles
Questions from the United Kingdom
Which professional bodies in the UK recognise aerospace engineering qualifications, and does SEIUM's qualification give me chartered status?
In the UK, the Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is the main professional body for aerospace engineers and can award Chartered Engineer status through the Engineering Council. SEIUM's qualifications are private and are not accredited by the Engineering Council or RAeS, so they do not confer chartered status on their own. Recognition is decided by employers and the relevant body, so check directly with RAeS whether your study and experience will count towards registration.
Will a private online aerospace qualification help me find work with UK aerospace or drone employers?
UK aerospace, drone and space employers, including many working on civil aviation, defence and space projects, generally judge candidates on demonstrated skills, portfolio work and experience. A private qualification may support your application, but its value depends on each employer's own assessment. It is worth asking prospective employers how they view such qualifications before you enrol.
Can I study this programme alongside a full-time job in the UK, and what language level is needed?
Yes, programmes are delivered fully online, so you can study from home without a student visa, wherever you are based. Workload varies by programme length, and you will have an assigned technical tutor for support. Teaching is in English, so you should be comfortable reading and writing technical English. Check the programme schedule and time commitment against your working hours before enrolling.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Understand the U-space concept and architecture.
Interpret the European U-space regulatory framework.
Describe the mandatory and optional U-space services.
Apply remote identification and interoperability standards.
Analyse deconfliction and capacity management techniques.
Assess risks for the designation of a U-space airspace.
Plan a U-space deployment in an urban environment.
Who it's for
- U-space specialists
- UTM traffic management engineers
- USSP provider technicians
- Airspace consultants
- UAS operators
- ATM systems analysts
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter air navigation
What you'll work with
- Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/664 (regulatory framework for the U-space)
- Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/665 (ATM/ANS requirements in U-space airspace)
- Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/666 (requirements for crewed aviation operating in U-space airspace)
- Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 (operation of unmanned aircraft)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 (unmanned aircraft systems and third-country operators)
- ASTM F3411 (remote ID and tracking)
- ASTM F3548 (UAS traffic management USS interoperability)
- EUROCAE ED-269 (minimum operational performance standard for geofencing)
- InterUSS Platform
- BlueSky ATM Simulator
- QGroundControl
- QGIS
6 modules
1.1The SESAR CORUS concept1.2Levels U1 to U41.3U-space airspace1.4USSP and CISP providers1.5Common information management1.6Interaction with traditional ATM1.7National governance model1.8Experience in Europe and Spain1.9Lessons from demonstration projects1.10Practical exercise: stakeholder diagram of a U-space airspace
2.1Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/6642.2Regulations 2021/665 and 2021/6662.3UAS Regulations 2019/945 and 2019/9472.4Designation of U-space airspace2.5Airspace risk assessment2.6Certification of USSP providers2.7Implementation in Spain2.8EASA AMC and GM2.9Responsibilities of Member States2.10Workshop: analysis of a designation dossier
3.1Network identification3.2Geo-awareness service3.3UAS flight authorisation3.4Traffic information3.5Conformance monitoring3.6Weather information service3.7Optional and value-added services3.8Quality of service and performance3.9Crewed traffic information services3.10Lab: simulation of a flight authorisation
4.1ASTM F3411 remote identification4.2ASTM F3548 USS interoperability4.3Discovery and synchronisation service (DSS)4.4EUROCAE ED-269 and ED-270 standards4.5C2 communications and mobile networks4.6GNSS positioning and surveillance4.7Cybersecurity of the services4.8UAS geographical data4.9Aeronautical data quality4.10Practical exercise: deploying an InterUSS DSS
5.1Pre-flight strategic deconfliction5.2In-flight tactical separation5.34D operational volumes5.4Prioritisation of emergency flights5.5Urban airspace capacity5.6Integration of crewed aircraft5.7Contingencies and service failures5.8Performance indicators5.9Integration of emergency flights5.10Case study: deconfliction of delivery flights
6.1Selection of the urban area6.2Risk analysis of the selected area6.3Definition of services6.4Technical architecture of the services6.5Coordination procedures with ATS6.6Simulation of traffic scenarios6.7Implementation plan6.8Requirements for CISP providers6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so you can combine the programme with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original regulation and applied exercises. The working software is InterUSS Platform, BlueSky ATM Simulator, QGroundControl and QGIS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real procedures: simulation of flight authorisation services, U-space airspace risk assessment and interoperability testing between providers. Assessment is continuous by module plus the final project.
Standards covered: Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/664, Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/665, Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/666, Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947, Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945, ASTM F3411, ASTM F3548, EUROCAE ED-269.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- An internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with InterUSS Platform, BlueSky ATM Simulator, QGroundControl and QGIS, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required: you need an internet connection, a computer capable of running the programme's software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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