BP070 - Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)
Plan: BP070P23 - Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation)
Award abbreviation: BAppSc(Avn)
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full time or part time equivalent
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 031501
CRICOS code: 111188D
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) program has been designed to:
- provide you with a broad, coherent, and detailed body of knowledge and theory related to the global aviation industry;
- develop your skills to critically review and analyse all aspects of the aviation industry;
- prepare you to work individually and in teams to solve aviation industry problems;
- produce graduates that can communicate professionally to diverse aviation industry stakeholders.
The program will prepare you for employment in a range of operational management and planning roles, including a career in areas such as:
- airline operations planning and management;
- airline maintenance management and supervision;
- airport landside operations;
- airport airside operations;
- airport planning and management;
- aviation safety management;
- airline strategies, finance, and traffic data;
- human factors concepts and applications.
The program will give you a general awareness of the aviation industry, enabling you to comprehensively appreciate the environment in which you are working, and brings together the knowledge and skills developed in the program, to demonstrate breadth and depth of thinking and capacity to solve real problems in the aviation workplace. There is an active approach to learning with learning activities and experiences designed to foster your development as an independent learner so you will be able to extend your capabilities once you graduate. The teaching methods may include lectorials, seminars, tutorials, workshops, practical and laboratory sessions, site visits and provision of online materials.
AERO2431 Aviation Industry Project provides you with a capstone experience, which will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program. Supervised by an RMIT University staff member and/or an industry-based expert, Aviation Industry Project provides you with the opportunity to apply your industry knowledge and undertake a project focusing on a real-world aviation-industry problem or issue. The capstone experience will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program.
This program is delivered in blended mode, which includes a combination of online, self-directed and face-to-face activities at the City campus.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Articulation
Articulation agreements between RMIT programs enable students graduating from an RMIT qualification to achieve advanced standing in a higher level qualification.
If you have completed a nationally recognised Diploma of Engineering in Aerospace or Aviation you may be eligible for up to 96 credit points (equivalent to one year) in advanced standing. Credit will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy.
If you have completed an Advanced Diploma or Associate degree in Engineering, Aerospace or Aviation you may be eligible for up to 144 credit points (equivalent to one and half years) of advanced standing. Credit will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT University Credit Policy.
Pathways
Pathways refer to related programs for which you may be eligible once you have graduated from your current program. Outstanding graduates from this program may be able to proceed to a research degree including Masters by Research or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Acceptance into these programs would be subject to each programs' entry requirements.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
Program entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.
For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4, and a study score of at least 20 in one of: Maths: General Mathematics or Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent studies and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.
English language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
This program is not accredited by any external industry or professional body.
Industry Links
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. These committees help inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service.
For recommended texts and databases relevant to your discipline, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com/AerospaceEngineering_Aviation_PilotTraining.
Find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
IT and Wireless
If you have a laptop or other wireless-enabled device you can connect to RMIT’s fast Wi-Fi. While on campus, no matter how you work or where you work, you’re able to connect, collaborate and create using this secure network.
In addition, with myDesktop, you can access your RMIT desktop and applications from home or wherever you have an internet connection.
Online learning tools and content
As a student in this program, you may access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses from the student portal https://www.rmit.edu.au/students.
Learning services available to you as a student at RMIT
RMIT provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at: www.rmit.edu.au/students.
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