Skip to content
There is a more recent version of this academic item available.

Overview

The degree of Bachelor of Aviation is offered by the School of Aviation in the Faculty of Science. The aim of this program is to prepare students for a career in the aviation industry, primarily as a pilot but also as a future manager/pilot. The program prepares the students for … For more content click the Read More button below. Both streams consist of core courses selected from the Faculties offering the program, together with a range of options. The Flying stream additionally includes flight training to a minimum level of Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL), Instrument Rating - Multi Engine Aeroplane and Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) theory subjects.   Note: Due to the block training nature of the flight training program, teaching periods might not correspond to standard academic sessions, and  students will need to undertake the Professional Pilot Program (flying training)  on a full-time basis.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Collaborate effectively with others and use effective communication skills in an aviation operational environment, including communications with co-pilots, air traffic controllers, and ground crew.
  • Leaders
  • Global citizens
  • Scholars
2.
Demonstrate the ability to critically select and apply aviation management, airmanship and operations knowledge to situations in a local and global environment.
  • Global citizens
  • Scholars
  • Leaders
3.
Analyse issues in aviation management and business situations and propose appropriate solutions based on academic insight.
  • Professionals
  • Leaders
  • Scholars
4.
Analyse and evaluate operational situations and problems related to commercial flying operations and apply appropriate procedures and create appropriate solutions to achieve safe, efficient and compliant outcomes.
  • Scholars
  • Professionals
5.
Demonstrate professional airmanship by applying single-pilot threat and error management, maintaining effective communication and relationships with key personnel, effectively making decisions and setting priorities in relation to commercial flying operations.
  • Professionals
  • Scholars
6.
Identify and assess cultural, ethical, environmental and/or sustainability considerations in the aviation operational environment and provide practical solutions.
  • Leaders
  • Professionals
  • Global citizens

Graduate Capabilities

For more information on Graduate Capabilities please click on this link

Program Structure

Students must complete 144 UOC when taken as a standalone program.

Disciplinary Component132 Units of Credit:
General Education12 Units of Credit:

Excluded General Education Courses

General Education Maturity Requirements

Maximum Level 1 UOC

Program Constraints

Maturity Rule

Enrolment Disclaimer

Please note that this Handbook is a comprehensive catalogue of our offerings and includes courses that can be taken to satisfy program requirements irrespective as to their availability for a particular year. Availability of courses is best checked using filters on this site or on the class timetable site.

You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.

Sample Programs

To access sample program(s), please visit:
Bachelor of Aviation (Flying) Program Structure

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Limitations on Recognition of Prior Learning

Special Admission Requirements

Interview

Other

For more information about admission requirements for various UNSW programs, visit the following website(s):
Domestic Students
International Student

Program Requirements

Participation and Enrolment Requirements

Other

Progression Requirements

Continued participation requirements: In order to commence flying training after enrolment, students must:

Obtain an Australian Aviation Reference Number issued by CASA;
Obtain a CASA Class 1 Aviation Medical Certificate. UNSW recommends the Class 1 medical is obtained as early as possible, preferably before an offer of enrolment is accepted;
Submit sufficient identity documentation and other personal information to apply for an Aviation Security Identity Card and qualify for the Card after the security checks;
Pass Flight Selection.

Students must pass Flight Selection to begin flying training. Flight selection occurs during and immediately after term 3 of first year, and includes Basic Aeronautical Knowledge theory (AVIA 1111); five hours of airborne and simulated flying training; an assessment of English language proficiency (mandated by legislation) and pilot aptitude testing.

Students must pass Flight Selection (including AVIA 1111) to enter core second year flying courses and also have performed satisfactorily in flying training. Students must pass the core second year flying courses to remain in the program and proceed to core third year flying courses, and also to have performed satisfactorily in flying training.

For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression

Associated Programs

Similar Program

Bachelor of Aviation - BAv3981 - Aviation (Management)
Graduate Diploma in Flying - GradDip(Flying)5536 - Aviation (Flying)
Graduate Diploma in Advanced Flying - GradDipAdvFly5545 - Advanced Flying

Postgraduate Pathway

Graduate Diploma in Advanced Flying - GradDipAdvFly5545 - Advanced Flying
Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management - GradDipAvMgmt5741 - Aviation Management
Master of Aviation Management - MAvMgmt8741 - Aviation Management

Honours Pathway

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - BSc(Hons)4500 - Science (Honours)

Professional Outcomes

Career Opportunities

Air Transport Professionals nec, Air Transport Professionals

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Additional Information

Participation and Enrolment Requirements

For continued participation in this program, students will be required to have:

  • Obtained a Class 1 CASA medical certificate
  • Obtained an Australian Aviation Security Identification Card
  • Obtained an Aviation Reference Number
  • Passed Flight Selection

Definition of 'Science' courses

Table 1

Science Handbook Rules and Editions

Students must follow the program rules and requirements in the UNSW Handbook published in the year they commence their studies with the Faculty of Science.

Students who transfer from another UNSW Faculty into Science (for example, from a Bachelor of Arts into a Bachelor of Science) must follow the program rules and requirements in the UNSW Handbook published in the year of their transfer.

Students, who are readmitted to UNSW after a period of unapproved absence or deferment, or after exclusion, must satisfy the program rules in the Handbook published in the year of their readmission. In addition, these students may be subject to restrictions on which courses taken at UNSW may be counted on their return. In some cases, students returning from an unapproved absence may be required to repeat courses. See the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Advanced Standing section below for more details. Students who take approved leave or deferment will follow the Handbook for the year of their original commencement unless otherwise approved by the Associate Dean (Academic Programs). 

Faculty of Science Rules

The Faculty of Science has some rules that relate to all students enrolled in programs offered by the Faculty in relation to recognition for prior learning, general education, course exclusions, study load, and cross-institutional study. All students should read the information contained on the Faculty General Rules and Requirements page.

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

Domestic Students
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)
International Students

Additional Expenses and Resources

In addition to paying standard academic fees for the units of credit which they take, students must contribute additional funds to support the practical aspects of their flying training which is undertaken in the Professional Pilot Program

Pre-2019 Handbook Editions

Access past handbook editions (2018 and prior)
Pre-2019 Handbook Editions