Diploma in Aviation Medicine (DAvMed)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Diploma in Aviation Medicine (DAvMed) is a specialized postgraduate diploma program designed for medical professionals aiming to enter the field of aerospace and aviation medicine. This multidisciplinary field focuses on the health, safety, and performance of individuals involved in aviation — including pilots, aircrew, and passengers — under various physiological and environmental conditions encountered during flight.

The program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in aeromedical standards, human physiology, aviation psychology, accident investigation, and aerospace operational support. It is particularly suited for medical officers in the armed forces, civil aviation authorities, air ambulance services, and aerospace research centers.

Students gain in-depth knowledge of the unique challenges the human body faces in high-altitude and space environments, such as hypoxia, barotrauma, spatial disorientation, radiation exposure, and circadian rhythm disturbances. The curriculum also includes training in medical fitness assessments, emergency response planning, and occupational health standards relevant to aviation professionals.