Bachelor of Aviation

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Program Code
LBCV

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
SACE Stage 2 Physics
SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics
SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies
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Fees
AUD$ 29,250 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2016

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
024163E

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to:

Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and

obtain a competitive ATAR, and
meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C-

Alternatively, applicants can fulfil one of the following requirements with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements, and other academic requirements for the program:

Complete secondary education qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points, or
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above, or
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above, or
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a University Foundation Studies program

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

SACE Stage 2 Physics
SACE Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics
SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Studies

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

Eynesbury FSP	330
German Abitur	3
India (best 4)	65
Kenya KCSE (average)	B+
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Malaysia UEC	30
Norway GPA	3.3
Pakistan HSSC	85
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	7
Sweden GPA	14
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	7
USA SAT (2400)	1540
Vietnam	7.5
Australia	70
IB (best 6)	26
Nepal HSEB	65
HKDSE	17
Bangladesh HSC	4
Canada High School (OSSD)	65

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To apply for the next intake, please see the Bachelor of Aviation (Management) or the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot).

Aim

The program is designed to prepare the graduate for a career as a professional pilot and meets the academic requirements of the relevant professional bodies for recognition as an air pilot.

Content & Structure

The degree requires completion of courses totalling 108 units.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 2)
Aviation Practice	AERO 1020	4.5
Introduction to Aviation	AERO 1022	4.5
Management and Organisation	BUSS 2068	4.5
Professional and Technical Communication	COMM 1065	4.5
Flight Training Theory 1	AERO 1021	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Aviation Physics 1N	AERO 1011	4.5		Rule(s): 1
Second Semester (Study Period 5)
Meteorology 1	AERO 1018	4.5
Aviation Law and Flight Rules	AERO 1014	4.5
Navigation 1	AERO 1019	4.5
Human Performance and Limitations	AERO 1017	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 2)
Human Factors	AERO 2053	4.5
Aircraft Operations 1	AERO 2051	4.5
Meteorology 2	AERO 2054	4.5
Navigation 2	AERO 2055	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 5)
Aircraft Operations 2	AERO 2052	4.5
Aerodynamics 2	AERO 2049	4.5
Aircraft Engines: Systems 2	AERO 2050	4.5
Threat and Error Management	AERO 2056	4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 2)
Communications and Research Methods	AERO 3013	4.5
Crew Resource Management	AERO 3008	4.5
Aviation Operations and Management	AERO 3004	4.5
Heavy Aircraft Systems	AERO 3014	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 5)
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 2
Risk and Safety Management	AERO 3016	4.5
Aviation Project	AERO 3012	4.5
Large Aircraft Performance and Planning	AERO 3015	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Students who are concurrently enrolled in the LGAV program must enrol in this course.

Notes

1. This program is available both full and part time. All courses will require attendance.

2. The Elective is a course freely chosen by students from any school or program within the University of South Australia.