Bachelor of Aviation Management
The Bachelor of Aviation Management is designed for those seeking to play a key role in bringing changes to the aviation industry. Students gain insight into how airlines and airports operate to prepare them for management roles in the aviation industry in Australia or overseas.
Students gain a sound professional understanding of the aviation industry and its associated environment, and skills in organisational, regulatory, safety, technical and business management. In the course, students learn how aircraft are designed, operated and maintained; why aircraft follow certain routes, and how airlines and airports collaborate with supply chain partners to get passengers to their destination safely and profitably.
This course has been developed with input from industry professionals and focuses on trends shaping the aviation industry today.
Swinburne also offers an honours (fourth) year for this degree.
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Start dates
Hawthorn campus
- Semester 1 - 26 February 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 July 2018
VTAC codes
- 3400234421 (CSP)
- 3400234423 (IFP)
Faculty
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology
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).
- 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.
Work Integrated Learning
Swinburne's Work Integrated Learning program provides opportunities to gain invaluable skills and confidence in knowing that you have what it takes to land a job in your field by graduation. You can also earn credit towards your degree. Choose from six- or 12-month professional placements, professional internships, industry-linked projects, industry study tours and accreditation placements. Find out more.
Choose a professional placement option:
12 months Six monthsProfessional 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 |
Professional Placement in Aviation
| Units | Unit codes | Credit points |
|---|---|---|
| Work Experience In Industry A | WEI20001 | 25 |
| Integrated Professional Placement A – Aviation | AVA20016 | 25 |
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 2018.
Students who participate in a six- or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.
| 2018 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) |
$27,555 | $9,185 | 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.
Study Abroad
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Whether you’re looking for a semester exchange or a short-term study tour, Swinburne offers a range of international study opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Sammy Foster (pictured) gained amazing experience along with credit towards her Bachelor of Communications (Media Studies) while on exchange at the University of California, Los Angeles.
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
Applications for Semester 1 for courses listed on the VTAC Guide are generally made through VTAC. Under certain circumstances, some students (e.g. Non-Year 12) may apply directly to Swinburne.
Find out more about how to apply.
Applications for all other intakes should be made directly to Swinburne.
The full Course Information Set and Whole of Institution Set are available for reference.