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01Aviation fundamentals
How aircraft fly, drone categories, airspace and the basics of how unmanned aircraft are regulated in the UAE.
Fee per participantAED 10,000
Duration2 weeks
Open toAll students
LocationHost campus*
*Subject to the host university's approval of space and access.
Curriculum
Six modules, start to finish
Indicative. The curriculum, schedule, batch size and practical sessions are finalised with each university.
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02Drone systems
Airframes, motors, batteries, flight controllers, sensors and payloads, plus pre-flight checks and maintenance.
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03Safety & risk
Risk assessment, weather and site checks, emergency procedures and responsible operation around people and property.
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04Hands-on flying
Simulator practice, then supervised manual and assisted flight drills in approved flying areas.
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05Mission planning & data
Planning flights, capturing aerial photo and video, and an introduction to mapping and inspection workflows.
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06Assessment & project
A closing practical assessment and a team project that ties the two weeks together.
Format
Two weeks, two phases
Week 1
Foundations
Aviation basics, regulations, drone systems, safety and risk, and simulator practice. Mostly classroom, with equipment familiarisation.
Week 2
Practical
Supervised flight drills, mission planning, aerial photo and video, introductory mapping and inspection, then the assessment and team project.
What's included
Turn up. We bring the drones.
The completion certificate is issued by ByteHarvest Services. Any authorisation issued by an aviation authority is separate and subject to that authority's own requirements.
- ✓Classroom instruction and supervised practical sessions
- ✓Training drones and equipment, stored securely by us
- ✓Safety briefings and operating procedures
- ✓Final assessment and completion certificate
Questions
Quick answers
Who can join the programme?
Any interested university student, across all disciplines. No prior drone experience is needed.
How long does it take and what does it cost?
The programme runs for two weeks and costs AED 10,000 per participant.
Where is the training held?
On the host university's campus, subject to its approval of facilities and access. We request classroom space and, where permitted, space for practical training, plus secure storage for the equipment.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, a completion certificate from ByteHarvest Services after the final assessment. Any licence or authorisation issued by an aviation authority is separate and follows that authority's rules.
Reserve a place for your batch
Tell us your university and course, and we will reply with batch dates and next steps.