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The Bachelor of Aviation and Piloting will equip you for a professional career as a commercial pilot.

You'll undertake your professional pilot training program, including practical flying training, at CAE Oxford Aviation Academy, located at Moorabbin Airport, and obtain a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) and Multi-engine Command Instrument Rating (MCIR).

You'll also complete a Multi Crew Cooperation and Jet Orientation Course or Flight Instructor Rating, and Frozen Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), as well as studies in aviation human factors, aviation management and aviation technology.

Work Integrated Learning is a guaranteed part of all our bachelor degrees. 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.

Additional fees
Additional flying training fees are applicable if students wish to complete flying training (practicum) units. Discover more about fees here.

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Start dates

Hawthorn campus

Semester 1 - 27 February 2023
Semester 2 - 31 July 2023

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Duration

3 Year/s

Full-time

VTAC code

3400211283 (IFP)

CRICOS code

093354D

Fees

A$202,365 - 217,465 (total indicative fee 2023) (Additional cost incurs if you take additional flying training hours)*

The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

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Course details

- Course structure and professional recognition.

Course structure

Successful completion of the Bachelor of Aviation and Piloting 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.
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Core studies

12 units (150 credit points)

Units	Unit codes	Credit points

Private Pilot Licence Additional Practicum - Optional Core Practicum - available to students when additional flying hours are needed to fulfil the licencing Requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), or other ICAO State regulatory authority	AVF80007
Commercial Pilot Licence Additional Practicum - Optional Core Practicum	AVF80008
Multi Crew Cooperation Additional Practicum - Optional Core Practicum	AVF80010
Flight Instructor Rating Additional Practicum - Optional Core Practicum	AVF80022
The Global Aviation System	AVA10001	12.5
Aviation Legal and Regulatory Framework	AVA10010	12.5
Essential Aviation Analytical Skills	AVA10011	12.5
Airline Business Strategy	AVA10012	12.5
Aviation Project: Blue Sky Ideas	AVA10014	12.5
Airline Operations Management *	AVA20022	12.5
Aviation Capstone 1: Project Planning *	AVA30008	12.5
Aviation Capstone 2: Project Implementation *	AVA30009	12.5
Private Pilot Licence Practicum	AVF80001	12.5
Commercial Pilot Licence Practicum 1 *	AVF80002	12.5
Either Multi Crew Cooperation and Jet Orientation Course Practicum - Choose 1 of the following units - AVF80005 Flight Instructor Rating Practicum or AVF80006 Multi Crew Cooperation and Jet Orientation Course Practicum - 12.5 cp	AVF80005	12.5
or Flight Instructor Rating Practicum	AVF80006	12.5
Commercial Pilot Licence Practicum 2 *	AVF80013	12.5

*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes

Major in Piloting

8 units (100 credit points)

Units	Unit codes	Credit points
Private Pilot Licence Theory	AVT10005	12.5
Commercial Pilot Licence Theory 1	AVT10006	12.5
Commercial Pilot Licence Theory 2	AVT20003	12.5
Advanced Aviation Analytics and Research Skills	AVA30005	12.5
Future Aviation Technologies and Operational Concepts	AVA30006	12.5
Air Transport Pilot Licence Theory 3 *	AVT30002	12.5
Air Transport Pilot Licence Theory 1 *	AVT30003	12.5
Air Transport Pilot Licence Theory 2 *	AVT30004	12.5

*Outcome unit – completion demonstrates the attainment of course learning outcomes

Other studies

4 units (50 credit points)

Choose from a combination of the following course components to complete 50 credit points of other study. Students may also select elective units (12.5 credit points each).

– Work Integrated Learning + Advanced minor + Minors + Elective units + Signature Series

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.

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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.

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.

Advanced minor (50 credit points)

Advanced minors are a structured set of 4 units or 50 credit points in a field of study which builds upon your first major. Advanced minors can only be taken in conjunction with specific majors - more information will be available soon.

Minors (50 credit points)

Minors are a structured set of 4 units or 50 credit points and may be chosen from any field of study.

Elective units

Any of the following units may be undertaken.

Units	Unit codes	Credit points
Aviation Marketing	AVA10004
Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance	AVA10007
Internal Combustion and Gas Turbine Engines	AVA20004
Aircraft Structures	AVA20005
Aircraft Design and Operations	AVA20006
Continuing Airworthiness Management	AVA20008
Airspace Management and Air Traffic Services	AVA20009
Aviation Legal Framework	AVA20010
Aviation Study Tour	AVA20012
Integrated Safety Management Systems	AVA30002
Flight Operations for Managers	AVA30003

Signature Series

A Swinburne education prepares you for life. That’s why we’ve developed the Swinburne Signature Series. It’s a suite of study opportunities that embody Swinburne’s ethos – of confidence, clarity and adventure. These opportunities give our students something extra; whether that’s a new perspective on the world through a Study Tour unit, an expanded sense of possibilities through our Innovation Minor, or a deeper understanding and respect for culture through our Indigenous Minor. Like Swinburne University itself, our Signature Series will grow and adapt to reflect the evolving issues of the day.

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

On successful completion of this course the student will be able to

Demonstrate coherent understanding and application of the body of knowledge specified by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (or equivalent ICAO State regulatory body) for flight crew, including specialised knowledge required for the Air Transport Pilots Licence. The standards of a recognized safety regulatory authority shall be generally applied
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 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 and aviation operational practice
Demonstrate both broad and specialised technical knowledge and skills within the field of professional pilot practice
Critically apply theoretical and practical skills as a professional pilot and to be able to analyse, evaluate and review to provide solutions to non-ambiguous, ambiguous and novel complex flight scenarios
Apply knowledge and skills beyond the minimum specified in the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Part 61 Manual of Standards (or equivalent ICAO State regulatory body) to achieve the licencing qualification of Commercial Pilot (Aeroplane) The standards of a recognized safety regulatory authority shall be generally applied

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Aviation and Piloting is structured to meet the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) (or equivalent ICAO State regulatory body) requirements for Private Pilot Licence, Commercial Pilot Licence, Multi Engine Instrument Endorsement and Air Transport Pilot Licence theory examination for aeroplanes, with the option to meet either the requirements of a Flight Instructor rating or Multi Crew Cooperation Course.

How to enter this course

- Entry requirements, English language requirements and prerequisites.

Entry requirements

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.

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Prerequisites

Standard Entry

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification OR
Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees).

Course Prerequisites

VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score in any Mathematics or equivalent

Other requirements

Prior to selection, all shortlisted candidates are required to complete a skills assessment test, facilitated by CAE Australia Flight Training. It is a computer-based pilot aptitude test that is designed to determine a candidate's understanding of a career as a professional pilot and their suitability to undertake an intensive professional flight training program. The skills assessment test is composed of a series of computer-based assessments that cover pilot aptitude, including hand–eye coordination, motor skills and spatial awareness.

Applicants will be provided with test booking information with the Conditional Offer Letter if you meet all other course entry requirements.

A non-refundable fee is payable prior to taking the test.

Information for applicants

Although not an entry requirement, students must also satisfy the statutory Class 1 medical requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (or equivalent ICAO State regulatory authority) to undertake practical flying training to commercial level.
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne, for general information about admission process

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Pathways

Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second.

Learn more about pathways.

How to apply

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