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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.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR Higher education study
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 Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR Work and life experience
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Essential requirements for admission
Prerequisites
None
Assumed Knowledge
None
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)
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, as well as courses that contain fundamental ground theory required as preparation for CASA Commercial Pilot Licence theory examinations. 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 covering a range of important areas including meteorology, law, and human factors. In addition, they study courses in communication and are given an introduction to aviation management.
In the final year of the program, students undertake an aviation related project and further receive aeronautical knowledge at the airline transport pilot level. Students are also able to select electives throughout the program from the Aviation Management specialisation and other aviation related electives.
1. Students undertaking the Flight Experience course must hold a minimum of a Class II Medical with at least 6 months' validity, and must remain compliant with the Aviation Academy's Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).
2. Internal transfer into this program is not permitted. All applications for entry must be made via UniSA International.
Notes
1. The University elective is a course from any academic unit or program within the University of South Australia that is freely chosen by students, subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.
2. Students may choose to undertake an elective from a list provided by UniSA STEM, or other electives outside of the list, as approved by the Program Director.
3. Students who do not undertake the 9-unit Flight Experience course should request a study plan from the UniSA STEM at the earliest opportunity.
4. No flight hours are required to complete this program. The flight experience elective gives students the opportunity to log approximately 15-20 hours of dual flight time, and a short solo flight for those who meet the competencies
5. Please note that this course will be timetabled in either Study Period 6 or Study Period 7 after the delivery of Commercial Pilot Theory.
6. This course is delivered in intensive mode.
Start Date The month you will commence your studies. Exact start date outlined in course timetable.
Fees This is based on the total number of units for this program where one EFTSL is expressed as 36 units.
*UniSA accepts applications for programs commencing beyond the year advertised and tuition fees for these years will be higher. Please note that your tuition fees will be subject to an annual increase.
