Overview

You will do Flight Training Theory 1 and Commercial Pilot Theory, taught by instructors from the flight training provider. These courses prepare you for CASA Commercial Pilot Licence theory examinations.

As your studies progress you will explore more advanced and theoretical areas including meteorology, law, human factors and aspects of the flight and performance of large aircraft systems. You will also study communication and aviation management. Your technical studies will include aerodynamics, heavy aircraft systems, navigation and risk and safety management.

Over the course of the Aviation - Pilot program from University of South Australia, you can select up to three electives from the Bachelor of Aviation (Management) degree and other aviation-related electives.

Your career

Within the next 20 years, it is predicted there will be a demand of 837,000 new personnel required in the Asia-Pacific region. Although the aviation industry is currently experiencing a downturn driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, the long-term need remains robust with anticipation of growth to the sector in coming years.1

Here are some careers to consider:

commercial pilot working for international, national or regional airlines
corporate and business aviation
flight instructor
defence pilot
firefighting pilot
medical and air ambulance pilot

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aviation Law
Aviation Physics
Aviation Practice
Professional and Technical Communication
Flight Training Theory
Commercial Pilot Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-07-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-02-27 00:00:00

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More details

There is no closing date for submitting your application.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

Credits

108 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Aerospace Engineering Physics Engineering Management View 65 other Bachelors in Physics in Australia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

60

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
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
CRICOS CODE 088880B

Tuition Fee

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International

35900 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 35900 AUD per year during 36 months.

Domestic: Commonwealth Supported

Living costs for Adelaide

1328 - 2474 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Aviation - Pilot.

Available Scholarships

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