Aviation Pilot

The School of Engineering at the Mawson Lakes campus coordinates the Bachelor of Aviation and was the first in Australasia to offer a tertiary qualification for aviation professionals.

The Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot) degree is structured specifically to enable you to train as a commercial pilot. Flight training is undertaken from first year, and in addition to your undergraduate degree, through the Graduate Diploma of Aviation#^.

You will have access to flight simulators, current industry software, modern lecture theatres and briefing rooms. To be successful in the aviation industry, graduates need a solid understanding of the fundamentals of aerodynamics, aircraft power plants and systems, meteorology, navigation and flight planning.
 

This degree requires completion of courses totalling 108 units. In first year, students undertake general studies in aviation including an introduction to human factors and safety management systems. Students study two courses Flight Training Theory 1 and 2 which contain the fundamental ground theory required as preparation for CASA Commercial Pilot Licence theory examinations. This material is taught by instructors from the flight training provider.

In second year, students undertake more advanced and theoretical studies in a range of important areas including meteorology, law, human factors and aspects of the flight and performance of large aircraft systems. In addition they study courses in communication and are given an introduction to aviation management. In the final year of the program, students study research and communication methods and undertake an aviation related project. They have further technical studies in aerodynamics, heavy aircraft systems, navigation and risk and safety management. Students are also able to select up to 3 electives throughout the program, from the Aviation Management specialisation and other aviation related electives.

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to:

Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and

• obtain a competitive ATAR, and
• meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C-
  
  
   

Alternatively, applicants can fulfil one of the following requirements with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements, and other academic requirements for the program:

• complete secondary education qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
• complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points, or
• complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
• complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above, or
• complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above, or
• qualify for Special Entry, or
• complete a University Foundation Studies program

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test

• IELTS total: - 6.0
• IELTS reading: - 6.0
• IELTS writing: - 6.0

Each year, more than 2,500 students at the University of South Australia benefit from scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. We welcome high achieving students from developing countries who are supported by the Australian government program, Australia Awards. We also host around 500 students who are sponsored by their home government, university or employer.