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Bachelor of Aviation (Flying)

UNSW

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About

Explore the science behind aviation, earn your flying licences and get ready to take on global opportunities within the aviation sector. This degree not only educates and trains pilots to the highest commercial standards, it also develops future industry leaders and managers. You’ll combine the study of theory with up to 200 hours of flight training and about 30 hours of simulator training.

For further information visit the UNSW Degree Finder or contact us on 1300 UNI NSW (1300 864 679).

Flight training costs: In addition to the student contribution amount, you’ll need to pay for the flight training costs portion of this degree. In 2024, the anticipated standard cost of flight training to obtain the minimum of a Commercial Pilot Licence (CLP), Instrument Rating – Multi Engine Aeroplane, and ATPL (Frozen) is $143,500 (some elective fees and extra flying fees may apply). Additional flying costs are incurred depending on your choice of third year flying practicum and if more than the 200 flight hours are required to achieve proficiency in any aspect of the flight training.

ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Early Conditional Offer Scheme with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.

Areas of study

Aviation (Flying).

Career opportunities

Pilot for regional or major commercial airlines, training centres, charter flights; aerial surveyor.

Professional recognition

Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL) with a Multi Engine Command Instrument Rating and Air Transport Pilots Licence (Frozen).

Practical experience

Up to 200 hours of flight training and approximately 30 hours of simulator training in block release periods. The minimum standard of a commercial pilot's licence must be obtained for award of the degree; however, progression rates for most students will allow options such as Command Multi Engine Instrument Ratings, Grade 3 Instructor Rating, jet or turbine endorsements or line-oriented flight training.

Fees and charges

Refer to UNSW current fee information.

Essential requirements for admission

Direct application/Interview/Aptitude test: In addition to submitting a UAC application, students must submit a direct application to the School of Aviation and attend an interview.

Medical certificate: Prior to beginning flying training, students need to obtain an Australian Class 1 Civil Aviation Safety Authority medical certificate from a designated aviation medical examiner and be assessed for International Civil Aviation Organization English requirements for pilots.

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.

Recommended studies: Physics.

Other applicants

Refer to UNSW general admission criteria.

Student profile

Visit the UNSW website.

Further information

View all details of this course on the UNSW website.

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ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

Course updates
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Double degree options
Double degree options are available in a number of UNSW courses.

Honours at UNSW
Studying honours offers a chance to develop your research and professional skills guided by staff who are passionate about research and the development of new researchers. Honours is an integral component of many UNSW courses or may be offered as an additional year of study to meritorious students.