About the course

Take the first steps towards becoming a pilot.

　　Receive flight training theory and practical flying from our partner Flight Training Adelaide (FTA).

　　Make your dreams of becoming a pilot reality with an innovative aviation degree. The Bachelor of Aviation (Flight) is the starting point for all international students wanting to fly.

　　Within the first semester, you’ll be presented with a choice of three flying pathways, each with specific entry requirements. See the Bachelor of Aviation flyer for further details.

　　Our flagship pathway leads you to pilot licences and ratings to make you entry-level airline ready. This pathway includes co-enrolment in the Graduate Diploma in Aviation and transfer to Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot).

　　Our other flying pathways see you remain in the Bachelor of Aviation (Flight) and undertake Flight Experience, a course in first year where you will log approximately 15-20 hours of dual flight time in a single engine aircraft with the possibility of a solo flight for those who meet the competencies.

　　For all pathways, flight training is offered by our partner Flight Training Adelaide (FTA), located at Parafield Airport, right beside Mawson Lakes campus. We work in partnership with industry to ensure you will graduate ready to meet the predicted global demand for pilots1.

　　Specific requirements for the various flying pathways can be found in the Bachelor of Aviation flyer.

　　For the flight training component of this degree, you must hold a minimum of a Class II Medical with at least 6 months validity. You must also remain compliant with the Aviation Academy’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).

　　What you'll learn

　　What you Learn

　　You will undertake general studies in aviation including an introduction to human factors and safety management systems. You will do Flight Training Theory 1 and 2, 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.

　　Flight Experience is part of this degree. If you don’t take up Flight Experience, this course will be replaced by two electives. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2024	Mawson Lakes
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2024	Mawson Lakes
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2025	Mawson Lakes
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2025	Mawson Lakes
Teaching Period 2 (February), 2026	Mawson Lakes
Teaching Period 5 (July), 2026	Mawson Lakes

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for University of South Australia

Recent secondary education : 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.

　　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.

　　Vocational Education and Training (VET): Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above.

　　IELTS total [6.0], IELTS reading [6.0], IELTS writing [6.0]. TOEFL PBT - 550 with TWE of 4.5.TOEFL IBT - 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of South Australia. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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