Bachelor of Aviation Management
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Bachelor of Aviation Management is designed for those seeking a management role in the aviation industry in Australia or overseas.
You'll gain a strong professional understanding of the aviation industry and its associated environment, and skills in organisational, regulatory, safety, technical and business management.
Build up your CV with real industry experience while you study through our Work Integrated Learning programs, which are a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees and can include placements, internships or industry-linked projects. In this degree, in the Aviation Research Project Part 1 and 2 (AVA40004 and AVA40005), you’ll work on a group project based on real industry problems faced by the aviation industry and organisations including Qantas and Melbourne Airport.
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 28 February 2022
- Semester 2 - 1 August 2022
VTAC codes
- 3400234421 (CSP)
- 3400234423 (IFP)
I was intrigued by the Aviation Management course at Swinburne. The lecturers have real-world experience and Swinburne’s a great place to learn [with] lots of support for international students. My scholarship includes a trip to Lima for the IAWA conference. As the only student representing Australia, I’m excited to meet other international students.
Nicole
Bachelor of Aviation Management student & recipient of the prestigious International Aviation Women's Association Scholarship
Course details
- Course structure, work integrated learning, career opportunities and professional recognition.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Aviation Management requires students to complete units of study to the value of 300 credit points. All units of study are valued at 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
View course rules and special requirements
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Aviation | AVA10001 | 12.5 |
| Human Performance and Limitations in Aviation | AVA10002 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Regulation and Operation * | AVA10005 | 12.5 |
| Preliminary Mathematics - AVA20001 OR MTH00007 Students who have obtained at least 20 in VCE Units 3 and 4 Mathematical Methods (or equivalent) will not be required to complete MTH00007 | MTH00007 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Physics | PHY10002 | 12.5 |
| Human Factors and Perf in Aviation | AVA20001 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Business Strategies and Management * | AVA20003 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Research Project (Part 1) * | AVA40004 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Research Project (Part 2) * | AVA40005 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Aviation Marketing | AVA10004 | 12.5 |
| Airline Planning & Operations | AVA10006 | 12.5 |
| Private Pilot Theory for Managers * | AVT10003 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Mathematics | MTH10008 | 12.5 |
| Airport Planning, Operation and Management | AVA20002 | 12.5 |
| Project Management in Aviation * | AVA30001 | 12.5 |
| Integrated Safety Management Systems | AVA30002 | 12.5 |
| Flight Operations for Managers | AVA30003 | 12.5 |
*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes
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Other studies
8 units (100 credit points)
Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 100 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides additional opportunities for you to gain valuable skills and real industry experience in the form of placements, internships or study tours - all while earning credit towards your degree.
Choose a Work Integrated Learning option:
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 12 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement co-major has four 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Aviation
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A – Aviation | AVA20016 | 25 |
| Work Experience In Industry B | WEI20002 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement B – Aviation | AVA20017 | 25 |
You'll get paid to work in an area related to your field of study for 6 months, where you'll combine hands-on learning with academic submissions, workplace reflection and feedback from your host organisation. Most students undertake their placements in the third year of their degree, so you’ll want to map out your electives as soon as you can and register for a placement at least 6 months before your preferred start date.
The Professional Placement minor has two 25 credit point units.
Professional Placement in Aviation
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A – Aviation | AVA20016 | 25 |
A Professional Internship is all about gaining valuable real-world skills in your area of study all while earning credit points towards your degree. Plus, it looks great on your CV as it shows you’ve had real industry experience before you’ve even graduated!
You might choose to complete your internship part-time over a semester or in a more intensive block during Summer or Winter terms.
Travel overseas, discover other cultures, enrich your professional experience and enhance your CV all while gaining credit towards your course.
- Full-time study: 100 credit points/eight standard units of study per year
- Part-time study: 50 credit points/four standard units of study per year
- One credit point is equivalent to one hour of study per week per semester (including contact hours and private study)
- See the course planner for an example degree structure
Course learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:
- demonstrate coherent understanding and application of the body of knowledge of aviation management and appropriate international and domestic regulatory frameworks
- demonstrate broad and coherent knowledge of Aviation Human Factors, Aviation Management and Aviation Technology to critically analyse and solve problems and implement solutions in global professional airline, airport and aviation practice
- work autonomously and in teams within organisations with a focus on safety, quality, legality and profitability applying ethical standards with professional accountability
- plan and deliver a team-based professionally-relevant research project with some independence
- demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills in a professional aviation context
- employ an entrepreneurial approach in contributing to innovation, development and management of change within professional airline, airport and aviation operational practice.
Career opportunities
The Aviation Management course prepares students for professional careers in the following areas:
- Airline management
- Airline flight operations
- Airline ground operations
- Airport management
- Airport operations
- Airport planning
- Aviation consultancy firms
- Aviation charter firms
- Air services
- Aviation regulatory and safety services
- Aviation safety authorities
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Aviation Management does not have any accreditation by professional bodies.
Fees
- Fees for 2021.
Students who participate in a six- or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.
| 2021 rate* | Estimated total cost of the course | Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time* | Amenities fee per year if studying full-time* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) |
$23,850 | $7,950 | See how your SSAF is calculated |
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.
Find out more about fees.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
How to enter this course
- Entry requirements, pathways, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.
View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.