Bachelor of Aviation (Management) / Bachelor of Commerce
Undergraduate course
Overview
You can also look at entering this course via pathways from one of our UniLink or TAFE courses.
Please note that as from Semester 1 2014, the program code and title of this course will be changed to Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/ Bachelor of Business (EAVMB050N).
This course provides you with a sound professional understanding of the aviation industry and its associated environment. You will gain skills in organisational, regulatory, technical and business management as well as being introduced to the world of commerce, which will expand your career opportunities. You can choose a major from the following areas in commerce: finance; entrepreneurship and innovation; human resource management; international business; management; and marketing.
| Duration | 4 years, plus the option of either 1 or 2 IBL semesters | ||
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| Study mode | Full-time Part-time (day) | ||
| Course code | EATC050N | ||
| Fees | For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website. |
Course in detail
Course description
This program information is provided for prospective students. Current students, please refer to your program planner and unit outline. Program planners are available on the faculty website under Information for Current Students.
The Bachelor of Aviation (Management) and Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of Commerce programs prepare graduates to commence a management career as a practicing professional in the airline, airport and related industries. To this end there is no practical flying training associated with these programs.
The Bachelor of Aviation (Management) and Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of Commerce programs prepare graduates to commence a management career as a practicing professional in the airline, airport and related industries. To this end there is no practical flying training associated with these programs.
The double degree with Bachelor of Commerce will equip students with the knowledge and practical skills for a career in the area of the major undertaken in the Commerce studies.
Some units in this course may be either fully or partially delivered by CAE Oxford Aviation Academy (COAA) at either Moorabbin Airport or Swinburne's Hawthorn campus.
Please also refer to the Aviation website for more information.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and cannot study part-time.)
Course structure
The Bachelor of Aviation (Management) programs operate under a student workload model based on 100 credit points for a full-time academic year. One credit point is deemed to be equivalent to one hour of student work per week over a semester, whether in contact with staff or in private study. Total student contact hours per unit, including lectures, classes, tutorials and computer laboratory sessions, will normally be approximately 48 hours per week during the academic semesters (Winter and Summer Term have the same number of contact hours but compressed in time).
Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of Commerce
All units of study are 12.5 credit points unless noted otherwise.
Students complete at least 400 credit points consisting of:
All units of study are 12.5 credit points unless noted otherwise.
Students complete at least 400 credit points consisting of:
- Aviation Management Professional Major of 16 units, 200 credit points, a minor of 4 units, 50 credit points, and
- A Commerce Professional Major of 12 units, 150 credit points.
An optional Industry Based Learning (IBL) program of either one or two semesters may also be taken by eligible students.
Industry-Based Learning (HEW050/HEW055) (0 credit points)
Aviation Management students have the option of undertaking a 6 or 12 month, full-time, paid professional placement to link theory to practice, develop leadership potential and enhance graduate employability. Placements are subject to availability and student eligibility, and unit fees apply. Please note that due to government regulation international students holding a student visa are not able to undertake IBL. Please refer to the Course Experience tab for more information.
Careers in the Curriculum (0 Credit Points)
In addition to the above, all Swinburne undergraduate students must complete a compulsory unit of study, Careers in the Curriculum. Careers in the Curriculum is an innovative unit designed to assist Swinburne students to enhance their employability and career prospects.
Aviation Management students have the option of undertaking a 6 or 12 month, full-time, paid professional placement to link theory to practice, develop leadership potential and enhance graduate employability. Placements are subject to availability and student eligibility, and unit fees apply. Please note that due to government regulation international students holding a student visa are not able to undertake IBL. Please refer to the Course Experience tab for more information.
Careers in the Curriculum (0 Credit Points)
In addition to the above, all Swinburne undergraduate students must complete a compulsory unit of study, Careers in the Curriculum. Careers in the Curriculum is an innovative unit designed to assist Swinburne students to enhance their employability and career prospects.
Careers in the Curriculum has been developed by Swinburne Careers and Employment who provide advice and feedback on completing job applications and undergoing interviews, directed at obtaining graduate employment. Careers in the Curriculum is a one semester compulsory unit usually undertaken in second year.
Students will not incur a HECS or fee debt as the cost will be met by the university as part of an initiative to enhance students' employability skills.
Units of study
The recommended sequence of study or 'program planner' for both new students and current students are available at the links below:
Most courses offer elective units, minors and/or majors within the structure, as listed above. Please refer to the Elective Options available for this program.
For this program, students may complete a minor in one of the following fields:
- Aviation Technology Minor
- Aviation Management Minor
- or an approved minor
Student also complete a major in one of the following fields;
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
Graduate outcomes
Aims and objectives
The programs embody the objectives of the Swinburne Professional Learning Model through:
- Combining teaching, industry visits and guest lecturers, on airfield environment and capstone research projects to provide a professional outcome for graduates.
- A number of units in all the programs incorporate project based learning and each student has the option to undertake the Aviation Study Tour unit, which is offered on a biannual basis, as well as student exchange with the College of Aviation, Western Michigan
University, USA. - With some academic units in all programs delivered on airport, and an integrated approach to practical flying training in the Aviation programs, career skills development and experiential learning is embedded firmly in the undergraduate teaching.
- All programs incorporate the unit Careers in the Curriculum providing career assistance within the curriculum, and the option of undertaking a complementary Electives Plus minor designed to diversify career profile.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of commerce course prepares students for professional careers in the following areas:
- Airline management
- Airline flight operations
- Airline ground operations
- Airport management
- Airport operations
- Airport planning
- Aviation consultancy firms
- Aviation charter firms
- Air services
- Aviation regulatory and safety services
- Aviation safety authorities
- Business-related position within the aviation industry
Course experience
Industry learning
Students studying on an international student visa must complete Professional Experience in Engineering (HED400). All other students may complete an Industry-Based Learning placement instead (exemption will be granted for HED400 on completion of IBL).
Professional Experience in Engineering (HED400): Equivalent of 12 full-time weeks of approved relevant engineering practical experience (0 credit points, 0 fees). To be taken at any stage during the degree.
Industry-Based Learning (Placement 1) (HEW050), Industry-Based Learning (Placement 2) (HEW055): Full-time paid placement in industry for six months (HEW050) or 12 months (HEW050 and HEW055) in an area relevant to your studies (0 academic credit points, unit fees apply). Students should attend an information session one semester prior to the scheduled IBL entry point. Further information: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/engineering/ibl/
Students are recommended to complete HES0000 Careers in the Curriculum prior to their Industry Experience.
Industry-Based Learning (Placement 1) (HEW050), Industry-Based Learning (Placement 2) (HEW055): Full-time paid placement in industry for six months (HEW050) or 12 months (HEW050 and HEW055) in an area relevant to your studies (0 academic credit points, unit fees apply). Students should attend an information session one semester prior to the scheduled IBL entry point. Further information: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/engineering/ibl/
Students are recommended to complete HES0000 Careers in the Curriculum prior to their Industry Experience.
Entry requirements
ATAR
66.15
2013 Round 1 Clearly-In ATAR (CSP)
You can also look at entering this course via pathways from one of our UniLink or TAFE courses.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for consideration for standard entry students must have satisfactorily completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification, with the below subjects forming the prerequisites for the programs:- Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or at least 25 in any other English and at least 20 in Mathematics (any)
- Middle-band: re-ranking based on study scores in specialist mathematics, physics and psychology
An applicant for the Bachelor of Aviation (Management) and the double degree of Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of Commerce will be considered for a position based on their ATAR score only.
More information is available via Student Operations VTAC Entry pages:
www.swinburne.edu.au/studentoperations/vtac/minimum-requirements.html
as well as on Swinburne’s Mature Age Students and Non-School Leavers web page:
www.future.swinburne.edu.au/information/mature-age/index.html
www.swinburne.edu.au/studentoperations/vtac/minimum-requirements.html
as well as on Swinburne’s Mature Age Students and Non-School Leavers web page:
www.future.swinburne.edu.au/information/mature-age/index.html
TAFE
Advanced Diploma holders: preference given to applicants who have achieved a credit grade average of at least 65% with no fails in the final year.
Advanced Diploma holders: preference given to applicants who have achieved a credit grade average of at least 65% with no fails in the final year.
Subject to available places, diploma holders may be considered for selection, with preference given to students who have achieved an average distinction level of 75% or above in the last two semesters of the diploma with no fails in the final year.
Private Providers
As for TAFE above.
As for TAFE above.
Special Entry
Entry Access Schemes (SEAS)
Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS) is the umbrella program covering the special entry and access schemes conducted by tertiary institutions participating in the VTAC system.
Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS) is the umbrella program covering the special entry and access schemes conducted by tertiary institutions participating in the VTAC system.
There are two distinct schemes within SEAS:
- Access and Equity; and
- Year 11/12 Special Consideration
Both schemes are designed for applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage; however, each scheme has a specific focus.
SEAS application is available through the VTAC website after applicants have lodged a VTAC course application for either the Aviation or Aviation (Management) bachelor programs.
SEAS application is available through the VTAC website after applicants have lodged a VTAC course application for either the Aviation or Aviation (Management) bachelor programs.
Access and Equity
SEAS Access and Equity is for all applicants whose education has been affected by long-term disadvantage.
SEAS Access and Equity is for all applicants whose education has been affected by long-term disadvantage.
Year 11/12 Special Consideration
Year 11/12 Special Consideration is for current Year 12 students who have experienced adverse circumstances specifically in Years 11 and/or 12 which have impacted on their Year 12 results (ATAR).
Credit transfer
An international Credit Transfer Agreement is currently being approved with EAI-SLEMA in France. It is a 2+2 model and covers EAI-SKEMA students who have completed two years of either the Bachelor of Aeronautical Science, Bachelor of Aviation Management, or Bachelor of Aeronautical Science with Flight Option and wish to transfer into either the Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Commerce, or Bachelor of Aviation (Management)/Bachelor of Commerce.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants for advanced standing will be considered in accordance with Swinburne policies on Recognition of Prior Learning outlined at:
http://policies.swinburne.edu.au/ppdonline/showdoc.aspx?recnum=POL/2007/42
http://policies.swinburne.edu.au/ppdonline/showdoc.aspx?recnum=POL/2007/42
In some instances, appropriate exemptions may be granted in the light of prior experience, certain units passed at another institution or Civil Aviation Safety Authority qualifications.
For students seeking exemptions based on Civil Aviation Safety Authority qualifications the following applies:
- In the case of Bachelor of Aviation (Management) degree units, where the unit is not intended to be a preparation for undertaking relevant Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) exams, an exemption will be granted at entry to the program if the applicant holds or has held the relevant CASA, International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) member state or Australian Defence Force recognised theory exam credit/s. Exemption may also be given based on other previous, related studies or experience.
Relevant units: HES1920A – Private Pilot Theory for Managers.
Apply
How to apply
Applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).
VTAC code: 34421 (CSP), 34423 (IFP)
For further information, visit the VTAC website at: www.vtac.edu.au
Applicants should also view the 'How To Apply' section on the Swinburne Aviation website: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/engineering/aviation/flying/howToapply.php
Applicants who have not already applied through VTAC can apply direct to the university by following the step-by-step process on our How to Apply page.
This course is available for mid-year intake. Applications are made directly to Swinburne and will be taken on a case by case basis. Application forms can be downloaded from our How to Apply website.
VTAC code: 34421 (CSP), 34423 (IFP)
For further information, visit the VTAC website at: www.vtac.edu.au
Applicants should also view the 'How To Apply' section on the Swinburne Aviation website: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/engineering/aviation/flying/howToapply.php
Applicants who have not already applied through VTAC can apply direct to the university by following the step-by-step process on our How to Apply page.
This course is available for mid-year intake. Applications are made directly to Swinburne and will be taken on a case by case basis. Application forms can be downloaded from our How to Apply website.
Scholarships
A Sir Reginald Ansett Scholarship for Aviation is on offer.
For information about the Sir Reginald Ansett Scholarship for Aviation at Swinburne, please visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/scholarships