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Course Overview
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
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Course Content
The Global Aviation System and Regulatory Framework
Core unit
Essential Aviation Analytical Skills
Core unit
Aviation Project: Blue Sky Ideas
Core unit
Aviation Safety and Risk Management
Core unit
Aviation Project: Managing Implementation
Core unit
Human Factors in Aviation
Core unit
Aviation Capstone 1: Project Planning
Core unit
Aviation Capstone 2: Project Implementation
Core unit
Work Experience in Industry A
Practical unit, 25.0 credit points — Professional placement
Integrated Professional Placement A - Aviation
Academic unit, 25.0 credit points — Professional placement
Work Experience in Industry B
Practical unit — Professional placement
Integrated Professional Placement B - Aviation
Academic unit — Professional placement
Introduction to Uncrewed Aircraft Systems
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
Remote Pilot Licence Theory and Practicum (Multi-rotor drones up to 25kg)
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
Airspace Management and Air Traffic Services
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
UAV Design and Propulsion Systems
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
UAV Operations
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
Communication, Navigation and Cyber Security for UAV
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
UAV Data Analysis
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
Advanced Air Mobility
Major unit — Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major
Aircraft Flight Operations for Managers
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Continuing Airworthiness Management
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Airport and Airline Planning: Factors and Outcomes
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Airline Crew Planning and Resourcing
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Airline Market Analysis and Network Planning
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Advanced Aviation Analytics and Research Skills
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Operations and Disruption Management
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Current and Future Aviation Technologies and Operational Concepts
Major unit — Aviation Operations major
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Aviation Management offers two majors: Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Aviation Operations. The UAS major focuses on drone design, aerodynamics, navigation, data analysis and includes a remote pilot licence. The Aviation Operations major prepares graduates for frontline and strategic roles in aviation, covering airport and airline management, data analytics, regulatory frameworks and disruption management.
Yes. Work Integrated Learning is guaranteed in all Swinburne bachelor degrees. In this degree, you will work on multiple projects based on real problems faced by the aviation industry and organisations such as Qantas and Melbourne Airport. Students can also optionally undertake a 6-month (minor) or 12-month (major) professional placement.
Yes, Swinburne offers double degree options that allow you to combine aviation management with a second qualification. Available combinations include Aviation Management/Applied Innovation and Aviation Management/Business, helping you gain diverse skills and expand your career pathways while graduating with two qualifications.
For domestic students in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP), the yearly fee is approximately $9,537 AUD, with a total course fee of approximately $28,611 AUD. For international students, the indicative total course fee is approximately $46,590 AUD. Fees are estimates only and subject to change. A Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) of $373 AUD (capped amount for 2026) also applies.
Yes, the Uncrewed Aircraft Systems major includes the Remote Pilot Licence Theory and Practicum unit (AVF10001), which covers multi-rotor drones up to 25kg. This allows graduates to hold a remote pilot licence alongside their degree, preparing them for careers in areas such as airspace integration, aerial surveying and aerial cinematography.
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