Bachelor of Aviation (Honours)
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
The Bachelor of Aviation (Honours) course is designed to provide preparation for postgraduate study with a focus on developing research attributes, to enable graduates to undertake a higher degree by research. The Bachelor of Aviation (Honours) degree is undertaken as an additional year following the three-year Bachelor of Aviation or Bachelor of Aviation (Management) degree, or four-year Bachelor of Aviation / Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Aviation (Management) / Bachelor of Business double degrees.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 75% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
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Duration
1 Year/s
Full-time
Faculty
Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology
CRICOS code
073087F
Fees
A$36800 (annual for 2020)*
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.
Course details
- Course structure and career opportunities.
Course structure
Successful completion of the Bachelor of Aviation (Honours) requires students to complete units of study to the value of 100 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aviation Research Topics | AVA40001 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Honours Project (Part 1) | AVA40002 | 12.5 |
| Aviation Hours Project (Part 2) | AVA40003 | 50 |
| Research Methods | ICT40005 | 12.5 |
| Statistical Practice | STA60001 | 12.5 |
- 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 and advanced knowledge of aviation
- plan and generate an individual professionally-relevant scholarly research project with some independence, as preparation for research higher degrees
- acquire knowledge of research principles and methods, and apply technical research skills employing critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding in professional aviation practice
- demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills to a variety of audiences
- employ an entrepreneurial approach in contributing to research and development in professional aviation practice.
Career opportunities
The program is designed to provide preparation for postgraduate study with a focus on developing research attributes to enable graduates to undertake research.
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 and English language requirements.
How to apply
Find out more about how to apply.