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Aviation Program Details:
Bachelor of Aviation (1028)

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General Details
 
Institute
LocationBrisbane
Duration3 years full-time
IntakeFebruary and July
 
Program Description
 

The first degree of its kind in Queensland, the Bachelor of Aviation is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required for the first five years of employment as a commercial pilot. It will also provide you with the core skills needed for lifelong learning in the rapidly changing aviation environment.

Professional Recognition

As a graduate of this program, you will receive a Commercial Pilot’s Licence

Career Outcomes

As a graduate, you will be qualified as a pilot and prepared for employment in general aviation, which involves charter work, flight instruction (theory and practical) and other aerial services such as agricultural spraying, aerial surveying and photography.

You will also be able to apply the skills acquired in your degree to many areas of the aviation industry such as management, research and human resource management. Other support areas include government instrumentalities such as the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.

 
Syllabus
 

Program Structure for the Bachelor of Aviation

Year 1 - February Admission

GFPT & Flight Training (January/February)Year 1 - February Admission
GFPT & Flight Training
(January/February)
Mathematics A
Physics A
Human Biology: The Human Organism
Atmospheric Science
Physics B
Introductory Aviation Studies

Year 1 - July Admission

Atmospheric Science
Physics B
Introductory Aviation Studies

NOTE: Students admitted at mid-year will proceed to complete program requirements according to the structure above, taking second semester courses then first semester course at each year level, as there are no prerequisite requirements

Year 2 - Concurrently during Years 1 & 2 - CPL Theory and Instrument Theory

Human Factors in Aviation
Transport Aircraft Performance
Elective
Aviation Biology and Medicine
International Aviation Organisation
Aerodynamics, Systems and Aircraft Operations *
* Students who have completed their ATPL are not required to complete this course. Students who have completed their ATPL should complete 2002AVN Atmospheric Science

Year 3 - Concurrently during Years 2 & 3 - ATPL Theory

Aviation Legal Studies
Elective Courses
Aviation Project
Airways Operation and Design
Planning for Transport Aircraft Operations
NOTE: 60CP of specified credit is given for completion of the required aviation major of theory and flight training at an approved training provider, giving a total of 240CP.

Elective Courses

Students must choose elective courses from the pre-approved list or seek the approval of the Head, School of Aviation before selecting courses not listed.
Airmanship
Flight Safety
Aviation Management for Pilots
Atmospheric Science
 
Prerequisites
 Year 12 or equivalent
IELTS score of 6.5 (sub scores 6.5 for listening, 7.0 for speaking and 5.5 for others) You must pass and provide a copy of a class 1 Aviation Medical Examination certificate.
 
Course Commencement
 Please Complete the online application form.
 
Cost
 $212.25 per credit point.
Students will be responsible for the payment of all relevant aviation tuition fees (approximately $12000 - $15000 per year over three years) directly to an approved aviation flying training provider.International students are required to pay the Student Service Charge and, for their first semester of study only, the Capital Development Contribution Charge in addition to the tuition fees.
NOTE: 60CP of specified credit is given for completion of the required aviation major of theory and flight training at an approved flight provider, giving a total of 240CP.