Bachelor of Aviation

Throughout the course, you will develop skills in critical thinking, decision making, problem solving and teamwork in the context of airline and airport operation. 

In your first year, you will learn the fundamentals of the aviation industry including safety, human factors, relevant national and international laws, airline and airport operations and the basics of piloting an aircraft in a simulated environment. You will also lay the foundation to gain crucial lifelong learning and transferable skills.

Flight Operations Major

The Flight Operations Major will provide you with relevant theory and professional skills development that support a range of pilot career pathways. You will study academic subjects and professional pilot aeronautical knowledge to the Bachelor degree standard, including knowledge and skills relating to aerodynamics, navigation, meteorology and flight planning. You will also be introduced to the laws and regulations relevant to flight operations and develop an understanding aviation safety management and practices. Throughout the course, you will learn to apply your aviation knowledge and advanced critical thinking skills to address complex airline transport challenges. In your third year, you'll have the opportunity to undertake an advanced aviation experience, which includes your choice of aviation activities that will help you develop knowledge and experience in a specific area of flight operations.

Undertaking the Graduate Diploma of Aviation alongside the Bachelor of Aviation (Flight Operations Major) will allow you to gain the aeronautical experience required for a career as a commercial pilot, including a Private Pilot Licence, Command Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Licence.