CQUniversity Australia
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
The Bachelor of Aviation prepares you for a dynamic career in aviation management, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills in airline and airport operations. This degree combines theoretical foundations with practical experience, including internships with industry partners and residential schools, positioning graduates for roles in airlines, airports, and aviation-related organizations worldwide.
To be eligible for the Bachelor of Aviation, you must meet English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. CQU offers a range of English and alternative entry pathways to help you get started if you don't meet the standard entry requirements. During your studies, you will need to meet security requirements and health requirements as specified by the course. International students from selected regions may be eligible for scholarships to support their studies.
The course comprises 23 units (144 credits) structured as 8 core units and 15 units from the Airline and Airport Operations Major. Core units include: Introduction to Aviation, Flight Fundamentals, Introduction to Study and Professional Practice, Aviation Safety Fundamentals, Introduction to Flight Operations, Introduction to Aviation Management, Principles and Practice of Aviation Law and Policy, and Air Freight Transportation. Major units cover Principles of Economics, Accounting and Learning, Aviation Marketing, Airport Management, Aviation Economics, Airline Finance Analysis, Airline Resource Management, and Social Research Methods. Students also undertake a 12-credit Aviation Placement unit (240 hours) with industry partners in their third year.
CQUniversity offers a Bachelor of Aviation with lecturers who are professionals working in the airline industry, providing valuable insights for career development. The program features real-world learning facilities, internships with aviation service providers, industry-relevant curriculum, global experiences, residential schools for practical components, and comprehensive student support. The university's strong connections with airlines, airports, and aviation organizations ensure graduates gain practical understanding of industry challenges and expand their professional networks.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Aviation are prepared for diverse non-flying aviation management and support roles across the aviation industry. Career opportunities include positions with airlines, airports, government agencies, tourism providers, freight forwarders, airport ground handling companies, and consulting firms. The degree equips professionals with both technical and managerial skills to understand airline and airport operations theory and apply these principles in practical work environments, enabling long-term careers in aviation management and related sectors.
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