Start date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
LBAF

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 34,200 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2018

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
095900M

Aim

This program prepares students for their future as an airline pilot overseas. Students will gain a strong professional background in the aviation industry, its environment, its regulatory structure, and critical skill sets (including safety, human factors, and communication). They will also receive a solid foundation of pilot ground theory, including aerodynamics, aeromedical factors, navigation, air law, and other basic technical knowledge components.

Content & Structure

This degree requires completion of courses totalling 108 units. In first year, students undertake general studies in aviation including an introduction to human factors and safety management systems. Students study two courses Flight Training Theory 1 and 2 which contain the fundamental ground theory required as preparation for CASA Commercial Pilot Licence theory examinations. This material is taught by instructors from the flight training provider. In addition, students who opt for the flight training will take a 9 unit flight course during their second semester, which will allow them to gain approximately 15-20 hours of logged flight with an instructor from the flight training provider.  

In second year, students undertake more advanced and theoretical studies in a range of important areas including meteorology, law, human factors and aspects of the flight and performance of large aircraft systems. In addition they study courses in communication and are given an introduction to aviation management. In the final year of the program, students study research and communication methods and undertake an aviation related project. They have further technical studies in aerodynamics, heavy aircraft systems, navigation and risk and safety management. Students are also able to select up to 3 electives throughout the program, from the Aviation Management specialisation and other aviation related electives.

What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 2)
Flight Training Theory 1 AERO 1021 4.5
Aviation Physics 1N AERO 1011 4.5
Introduction to Aviation AERO 1022 4.5
Aviation Practice AERO 1020 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Flight Training Theory 2 AERO 1023 9
Flight Experience AERO 1026 9 Note(s): 3
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Advanced Meteorology AERO 2054 4.5
Professional and Technical Communication COMM 1065 4.5
University Elective 4.5 Note(s): 1
Aviation Law AERO 1014 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5, or 6)
Introduction to Aviation Management AERO 1024 4.5
Large Aircraft Performance and Planning AERO 3015 4.5
Introduction to Aviation Safety AERO 1025 4.5
Human Factors 1 AERO 1017 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Heavy Aircraft Systems AERO 3014 4.5
Advanced Aerodynamics AERO 2049 4.5
Human Factors 2 AERO 2053 4.5
Communications and Research Methods AERO 3013 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5, or 6)
Advanced Navigation AERO 2055 4.5
Elective 4.5 Note(s): 2
Risk and Safety Management Systems AERO 3016 4.5
Aviation Project AERO 3012 4.5