Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) (Part time)

Course Overview

Introduction
The aviation industry is vibrant and dynamic.  Through this programme, you'll gain a broad awareness of the aviation industry and a range of analytical skills, giving you a comprehensive appreciation of an all-rounded aviation operation management.

Programme Features
Leader in aviation education
RMIT University has been involved in aviation education for over 75 years.  Its history in aerospace and aviation education is trusted by the industry. RMIT University is ranked 6th in Australia in “Engineering – Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing” (QS Rankings by Subject 2024).

Industry-focused study
Most of RMIT and SHAPE teaching staff have rich industry experience and will share invaluable industry insights with you.  Together with project-based and work-integrated learning, you will be graduated with  knowledge and skillsets essential for you to overcome the upcoming challenges in the aviation industry.

Flexible study schedule
The class schedule is designed to suit the needs of students who work at shifts in the aviation industry.  You only need to attend face-to-face classes on campus for 1 to 3 courses in each teaching week for the trimester. A few courses delivered by RMIT Fly-In academics will require you to attend on-campus intensive classes spreading over in 2 teaching weeks.

Courses
The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) delivered in collaboration between RMIT University and SHAPE is a top-up degree programme for students holding a relevant HD/AD qualification.  Depending on your previous qualification, students will enter the programme with a credit transfer between 144 to 192 credit points from the full 288 credit points required for programme completion.

Each academic year consists of 3 trimesters and delivery is in full-time and part-time modes. Students will normally take 2 or 4 courses per trimester to complete the programme in 3-6 trimesters, dependent on the amount of credit points received and number of courses undertaken in each trimester.  The programme is delivered through a combination of face-to-face lectures and tutorials / workshops and online components taught by both RMIT and SHAPE staff.

Entry Requirements
Holders of VTC Higher Diplma (HD) in a relevant subject area :

HD in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
HD in Airfreight Management and Global Logistics
HD in Airport Operations Management
HD in Aviation 
HD in Aviation Management and Global Logistics
HD in Customer Services for Aviation and Passenger Transport 
OR

Holders of Higher Diploma (HD) or Associate Degree (AD) or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area awarded by a recognised institution will also be considered.

Academic and English Proficiency Requirements

Successful completion of a 2-year Higher Diploma; OR a 2-year Associate Degree; OR at least the equivalent of a 2-year tertiary programme of at least Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Level 5 within the past 5 years where English is the language of instruction and assessment;

OR

Successful completion of at least the equivalent of one-year’s full-time study of a completed tertiary qualification equivalent to an Australian Diploma or higher within the past two years, where English is the language of teaching and assessment in an RMIT-recognised English-speaking country;

OR

When the above academic qualification is more than 5 years, the following English proficiency requirements will be required :

At least an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with 6.0 in each component; OR TOEFL Internet Based Test (IBT) Overall score 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); OR HKDSE score of 4 or more in English Language; OR other equivalent qualifications as listed on the RMIT website.

Application Deadline
Late Application Accepted

If you wish to apply for admission to May 2025 Intake, please visit here.