Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

Overview

Gain a strong understanding of the global aviation industry and prepare for a career in the skies as a pilot or in vital operational management and planning roles.

The Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) offers a blend of flight training and industry-relevant theory to broaden your horizon of careers in aviation.

In this industry-led degree, you'll develop the critical skills needed to assess and manage all aspects of the aviation industry. You'll also learn how to work both independently and as part of a team to solve real industry issues in aviation operations. During your studies, you'll build on key problem-solving, communication and leadership skills to succeed in piloting and operational roles.

This degree provides a mix of aviation theory and flight training, preparing you to gain your Recreational (RPL), Private (PPL), and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), which enables you to fly commercially within Australia.

Why study pilot training at RMIT?

Choice of airfields

Learn to fly at the Point Cook Airfield or Bendigo Airfield and access more take-offs and landings in ideal training environments.

Meet international standards

RMIT has trained 3,500+ pilots, with graduates in senior roles at major airlines like Qantas, Virgin Australia, Cathay Pacific, Oman Air and Air China.

Industry mentoring

RMIT has been selected in the Qantas Group – Aviation Career Enrichment program, allowing for direct industry mentoring and networking for all interested students in our flight training program.

Which flight training course will best suit you?

Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

The Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) is ideal for aspiring professionals seeking diverse career opportunities, equipping them to work as pilots or in a range of aviation operations roles beyond flying.

Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots)

Suited to aspiring pilots, the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) has been designed to prepare you to undertake the CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) Commercial Pilot Licence theory and flight tests.

Explore the Associate Degree

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Otto Rugen, Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

I was looking at the various universities across Australia that offered flight training in the form of a Bachelors, and RMIT had some pretty great industry connections. I loved that they train out of Point Cook instead of Moorabbin because it's a LOT less busy and they have an entire brand new fleet of aircraft.

RMIT Aviation Academy

Learn to fly

The RMIT Aviation Academy is at the forefront of aviation education, training, and research. It is sector-leading in pilot training with the largest owned fleet in Australian Higher Education.

With advanced research facilities in Melbourne and flight training sites at Point Cook (home of the RAAF) and in regional Victoria (Bendigo), RMIT offers students and clients easy access to airspace, terrain, and urban development to maximise navigational experiences. RMIT students are also connected with industry leaders for global career opportunities.

Learning to fly at RMIT aviation academy is the closest you’ll come to being fully immersed in the industry. The encouraging community of experienced instructors makes learning engaging and exciting.

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Trinity Ballantyne, Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

Details

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Learning and teaching

Your classes and tutorials in this aviation degree will be held at our Melbourne City campus. Flight training will be conducted at our dedicated flight schools at Point Cook Airfield or Bendigo Airfield.

You will benefit from a range of learning and teaching methods. These include lectures and seminars, field trips and work-integrated learning, problem-based tutorials, simulations, intensive workshops, and potentially some online and distance learning.

Assessment methods

Your assessment may come in the forms of assignments and projects, written reports and reflective writing, work-integrated learning subjects, a major project which addresses and solves an industry-relevant project, and practical flying.

Learning at RMIT

The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.

Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.

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This aviation course has an Industry Advisory Committee, with membership diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions.

The Committee helps inform degree development and ensures that content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers.

This degree provides extensive work integrated learning opportunities, enabling you to gain industry experience and connections while you study.

Learn to fly at the Point Cook Airfield or Bendigo Airfield, with non-flying related subjects held at the Melbourne City campus.

The RAAF Williams Base at Point Cook boasts 4,500 feet of airspace over the airfield. Here, you will benefit from space for unrestricted training manoeuvres, and various types of airspace, terrain and urban development to maximise variety in navigational experience. As the only operator at Point Cook, this minimises circuit congestion and delays, and enables more take-offs and landings per hour than many other airfields, enabling you to spend more time flying.

The Bendigo Airfield boasts more than 300 flyable days each year. Here, you can benefit from flying our newly acquired Cessena 172s with glass cockpits, a brand new runway and training routes that include both regional and rural airstrips including Swan Hill, Mildura, Shepparton, Horsham and the Riverina in NSW.

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this associate degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

View the learning outcomes for each stream:

This degree equips you with both practical flying skills and highly useful and transferable theoretical knowledge, allowing you to work either as a pilot or in aviation management.

You will complete at least seven subjects in practical flying training, taking you to CPL licence level, with the option of taking further ratings if desired. The remaining subjects will be devoted to aviation management topics.

In the capstone subject, you will undertake a project focusing on a real-world aviation industry problem or issue and where you are able apply your critical thinking, judgement, problem-solving skills, and industry knowledge. The project will be supervised by an RMIT staff member and/or an industry-based expert.

Through your flight training, you will be prepared to obtain the relevant pilot licences to fly recreationally, privately and commercially within Australia.

Course structure

Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.

Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

Program code: BP345

Title

Location

Duration

Plan code

CRICOS

Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

City Campus

3 years (six semesters) of full time study

BP345

108797E

Location

City Campus

Duration

3 years (six semesters) of full time study

Plan code

BP345

CRICOS

108797E

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Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

City Campus

3 years (six semesters) of full time

BP345

108797E

Location

City Campus

Duration

3 years (six semesters) of full time

Plan code

BP345

CRICOS

108797E

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Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

City Campus

3 years full time or part time equivalent

BP345P23

111190K

Location

City Campus

Duration

3 years full time or part time equivalent

Plan code

BP345P23

CRICOS

111190K

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Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

City Campus

3 years full time

BP345P23

111190K

Location

City Campus

Duration

3 years full time

Plan code

BP345P23

CRICOS

111190K

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Please note: Please note: From 2023, the BP345 Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) plan is only available to current RMIT students articulating from the AD023 Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots). All other applicants should apply for the BP345P23 Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) plan

Note: International student visa holders can only study full-time.

Career

The Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) equips you with the skills to not only to become a commercial pilot but also to pursue operational roles in the aviation industry.

Your flight training includes a Recreational, Private, and Commercial pilot licence (RPL/PPL/CPL). These are Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) licences and enable you to fly commercially within Australia.

Graduates of this degree are well-prepared for diverse aviation careers. In addition to flying roles, you'll gain skills in leadership, problem solving and aviation operations that can open opportunities into roles that include:

airline operations planning and management
airline maintenance management and supervision
airport landside operations
airport airside operations
airport planning and management
aviation safety management
airline strategies, finance, and traffic data.

Becoming a professional pilot in the competitive field of aviation can lead to a rewarding and well-paid career. The International Civil Aviation Organization found that in the most likely scenario 980,733 pilots will be required globally in 2030, with 229,676 of these in the Asia Pacific region.

RMIT graduates are highly employable. Many of our recent graduates have gone on to hold senior roles with major airlines such as:

Qantas
Virgin Australia
Cathay Pacific
Oman Air
Air China.

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The Qantas Group – Aviation Career Enrichment program is designed to support Aviation students through partnerships with selected Australian aviation universities, including RMIT .

To participate, university students will need to be in Year 2 of their undergraduate Aviation degree. The program will provide University students the necessary insights and preparation for future roles in the aviation industry.

Students who complete the Q-ACE program will be able to update their aviation experience with Qantas every six months. Once the minimum direct entry pilot recruitment requirements are met for one of the Qantas Group airlines, they will be extended an invitation to attend a Qantas Group Assessment Centre, subject to operational requirements.

To be eligible to be considered for the program, students will need to be enrolled in the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) or Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilot) and be actively undertaking flying training in one of these degrees as an Australian resident student.

For further information, contact RMIT Flight Training by email: flight.training@rmit.edu.au, or visit qantas.com/careers.

Qantas Group – Aviation Career Enrichment (Q-ACE) Program

Qantas and RMIT have partnered to offer an exciting career path to aspiring pilots.

Find out more

Entry requirements and admissions

Semester 1, 2024 - Plan BP345P23 Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

The BP345P23 Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) plan will be available in semester 1, 2024.

Admissions information for the BP345P23 Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training) plan is below.

You must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent qualification).

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:

a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or
a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL)

or equivalent studies.

AND

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:

a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics

or equivalent studies.

Rankings and adjustment factors

Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement plus any adjustment factors.

You may be eligible to receive adjustment factors which include equity access schemes and/or subject adjustments to a maximum of 28 aggregate adjustment points. For more information about what adjustment factors RMIT considers visit Admission to RMIT.

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked.

Selection criteria by applicant type

Please select the highest level of education you have or will be completing in order to find out the selection criteria that applies to you, in addition to meeting the above entry requirements.

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Entry to this program is competitive. Eligible applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement. You will be ranked on your ATAR plus any adjustment factors.

Adjustment factors available only to applicants currently studying Year 12

School Network Access Program (SNAP)

The SNAP access scheme is designed to increase tertiary participation by giving priority access to RMIT diploma and degree programs to eligible applicants currently studying Year 12 at a SNAP partner school.

Adjustment factors available only to applicants currently studying Year 12 or whose highest qualification is a completed Year 12.

Subject adjustments

A study score of 25 in any Information Technology, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study.

Overall maximum of 8 points.

Regional adjustments

RMIT automatically allocates adjustment factors to applicants from a low socio-economic status area for all programs that select primarily on ATAR.
Low socio-economic status areas are determined by applying the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Socio-Economic Index for Areas (SEIFA) Index of Education and Occupation.

Equity access schemes

Equity access schemes take into account personal information and location, difficult circumstances, disadvantaged financial background and disability or medical condition that may have impacted on an applicant’s most recent academic performance.
Find out more about the eligibility requirements for each Special Entry Access Scheme and RMIT access categories.
If you are applying through VTAC you should apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme.
If you are applying directly to RMIT you should apply for RMIT Access. The system will prompt you to do this during your application.

Elite Athlete Program

The RMIT Elite Athlete Program supports eligible elite and emerging athletes to achieve sporting and academic excellence, allowing students to balance the demands of both their studies and their athletic responsibilities.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

The Indigenous Access Program supports your application to RMIT through an informal interview process where you will receive help from the Ngarara Willim Centre. Additional consideration will be given if you have relevant life, work, education or training experience.

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., level of TAFE qualification completed (including any adjustment factors).

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. The highest level of education you have previously completed will usually determine how you are ranked.

You will be assigned a selection rank (comparable to an ATAR) based on your highest completed qualification:

Advanced Diploma: 81
Diploma: 72
Certificate IV: 54

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice. Your overall score will be converted to an equivalent ATAR and competitively ranked for selection.

Your STAT results are valid for two years prior to the commencement of your study.

If you are applying to RMIT as an applicant with vocational education and training study, you may sit the STAT multiple choice if you:

are 19 years of age or over as of 1 January in the year in which you will start your studies and
have not been enrolled in secondary studies for at least two years and
have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or these do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.

You are still required to meet all other program prerequisites or equivalents.

Learn more about the STAT and STAT results.

You may be eligible for the following adjustment factors:

Equity access schemes

Equity access schemes take into account personal information and location, difficult circumstances, disadvantaged financial background and disability or medical condition that may have impacted on an applicant’s most recent academic performance.
Find out more about the eligibility requirements for each Special Entry Access Scheme and RMIT access categories.
If you are applying through VTAC you should apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme.
If you are applying directly to RMIT you should apply for RMIT Access. The system will prompt you to do this during your application.

Elite Athlete Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., GPA (including any adjustment factors).

We will consider your entire academic record to determine your eligibility for entry. Previous fail grades in similar courses may affect your eligibility.

You must have satisfactorily completed at least four courses (subjects) (0.5 EFTSL) at an Australian undergraduate level (or overseas equivalent). You will be assigned a selection rank (comparable to an ATAR) based on your GPA.

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice. Your overall score will be converted to an equivalent ATAR and competitively ranked for selection.

Your STAT results are valid for two years prior to the commencement of your study.

If you are applying to RMIT as an applicant with higher education study, you may sit the STAT multiple choice if you:

are 19 years of age or over as of 1 January in the year in which you will start your studies and
have not been enrolled in secondary studies for at least two years and
have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or these do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.

You are still required to meet all other program prerequisites or equivalents.

Learn more about the STAT and STAT results.

Personal statement

If you have been excluded from a program due to academic progress you are encouraged to submit a personal statement outlining the strategies you will adopt to ensure academic success.

If you are applying to RMIT through VTAC you can complete and submit the VTAC personal statement via your online VTAC account.

If you are applying direct to RMIT you can upload your completed personal statement via your online direct application.

You may be eligible for the following adjustment factors:

Equity access schemes

Equity access schemes take into account personal information and location, difficult circumstances, disadvantaged financial background and disability or medical condition that may have impacted on an applicant’s most recent academic performance.
Find out more about the eligibility requirements for each Special Entry Access Scheme and RMIT access categories.
If you are applying through VTAC you should apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme.
If you are applying directly to RMIT you should apply for RMIT Access. The system will prompt you to do this during your application.

Elite Athlete Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Entry to this program is competitive. Applicants are ranked and selected in order of merit based on their academic achievement, e.g., Special Tertiary Admission Test (STAT) score (including any adjustment factors).

You must have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) (or equivalent qualification) and meet the stated prerequisites.

Work and life experience does not provide any additional consideration for entry to this program. You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice.

Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)

You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice. Your overall score will be converted to an equivalent ATAR and competitively ranked for selection.

Your STAT results are valid for two years prior to the commencement of your study.

If you are applying to RMIT as an applicant with work and life experience, you may sit the STAT multiple choice if you:

are 19 years of age or over as of 1 January in the year in which you will start your studies and
have not been enrolled in secondary studies for at least two years and
have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or these do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.

You are still required to meet all other program prerequisites or equivalents.

Learn more about the STAT and STAT results.

You may be eligible for the following adjustment factors:

Subject adjustments

A study score of 25 in any Information Technology, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or any Science equals 2 aggregate points per study.

Overall maximum of 8 points.

Equity access schemes

Equity access schemes take into account personal information and location, difficult circumstances, disadvantaged financial background and disability or medical condition that may have impacted on an applicant’s most recent academic performance.
Find out more about the eligibility requirements for each Special Entry Access Scheme and RMIT access categories.
If you are applying through VTAC you should apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme.
If you are applying directly to RMIT you should apply for RMIT Access. The system will prompt you to do this during your application.

This program has been recognised as being under-represented by female applicants. Additional adjustment factors may apply to those applying to category 1 of the Special Entry Access Scheme or RMIT access application.

Elite Athlete Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Additional information

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If you are successful in obtaining a place in this program, you must meet a number of professional compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies.

Aviation English Language Proficiency (AELP)

Students will be required to meet English language requirements to use an aeronautical radio to receive their various levels of licence. The Aviation English language proficiency (AELP) assesses verbal proficiency in English and aviation terminology. For more information about the AELP assessment, visit CASA.

Successful applicants must undergo a CASA Class 1 Medical Examination by a medical practitioner known as a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME).

Students will be required to hold a valid aviation medical certificate to progress through the various licencing level tests throughout the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training).

It is recommended that students apply for a CASA Class 1 Medical Examination prior to commencing the degree to ensure there is no existing ailment which might prevent them from completing the Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) training or continuing their flying career to a higher level.

Students are expected to source and arrange their own Aviation Medical through a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME).

RMIT University does not accept responsibility for students who enrol but cannot complete the program due to an inability to receive a CASA Class 1 medical certificate.

Visit CASA for more information and the location of your nearest DAME.

Non-academic abilities you’ll need to complete this program

The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.

The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.

If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.

By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:

understand more about the program
determine if you may need support during your studies
make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you

If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.

To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.

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View the ATAR profile and selection rank from students offered a place into this program wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in the most relevant recent intake period.

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The student profile provides insight into the likely peer group for this program.

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*ATAR refers to the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made (including consideration of any adjustments) for current and recent Year 12 applicants.

RMIT is committed to providing transparency to the admissions process. In line with this commitment, we provide you with information that will help in making informed choices about your undergraduate study options. Find out more about admission to RMIT.

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You need to satisfy all of the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.

You must have successfully completed a qualification recognised by RMIT as equivalent to the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) with a minimum average of 65% (see calculator below).

Equivalent qualifications may also include completion of the RMIT Foundation Studies program or a recognised post secondary diploma in the relevant discipline with the required grades.

Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee entry. Your application will still need to be assessed and accepted.

If you are applying for July intake, you must have successfully completed the AD023 Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) (or equivalent studies).

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Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) units 3 and 4:

a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics

or equivalent studies.

A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.

To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information.

Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Advanced Plus at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP).

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If you have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 such as VCE, you can find the ATAR for your RMIT course on our admissions transparency page.

View ATAR profile

*ATAR refers to the lowest selection rank to which an offer was made (including consideration of any adjustments) for current and recent Year 12 applicants.

Find RMIT on VTAC

If you are successful in obtaining a place in this program, you must meet a number of professional compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies.

Aviation English Language Proficiency (AELP)

Successful applicants must undergo a CASA Class 1 Medical Examination by a medical practitioner known as a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME).

Students will be required to hold a valid aviation medical certificate to progress through the various licencing level tests throughout the Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training).

Students are expected to source and arrange their own Aviation Medical through a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME).

RMIT University does not accept responsibility for students who enrol but cannot complete the program due to an inability to receive a CASA Class 1 medical certificate.

Visit CASA for more information and the location of your nearest DAME.

Non-academic abilities you’ll need to complete this program

The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.

The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.

By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:

understand more about the program
determine if you may need support during your studies
make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you

To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service

The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.

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Pathways

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Understanding pathways

Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred course. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.

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This course offers pathway options. If you don’t meet the entry requirements, a formal pathway might be your way in.

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Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.

Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy.

Find out if you might be eligible

When you successfully complete this degree, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT Honours or Postgraduate degree.

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You are guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Aviation (Piloting Training) with four semesters of advanced standing* (equivalent to 192 credit points) when you successfully complete the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots).

Alternatively, you can gain entry from RMIT Foundation Studies or a range of vocational study programs.

*Based on full-time study load of 96 credit points per year. Individual circumstances may vary and please be aware that not all courses are offered each semester. These circumstances may affect the total duration of a program.

Please note: any credit received may reduce the choice of majors or minors available in the program.

Credit may reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant study experience.

When you are submitting an application, please indicate that you want to be considered for credit and provide detailed course syllabus (also known as course outline), outlining volume of learning, course content and weekly topics, learning objectives/outcomes, assessment types and their weightings, and reference to the learning resources such as prescribed textbooks and recommended readings.

When you successfully complete this program, you may be eligible for entry into an RMIT Honours or Postgraduate degree.

Fees

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2025 indicative fees

Annual student contribution

In 2025, the annual student contribution amount you will pay for a standard year of full-time study is between AU$4,627 to AU$16,992*.

See Commonwealth Supported Places below for more detail.

Flight training tuition fees

Students will complete their flight training under the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots), RMIT program code AD023. This program is full-fee paying only, however, eligible students can apply for a FEE-HELP loan to cover their tuition fees up to the HELP loan limit.

Total flight training course fees for 2025 is $93,120. See below for a detailed breakdown of these fees.

Material and other fees and expenses

Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$365 maximum fee for 2025. The SSAF fees information for the 2025 intake has been delayed by the Australian government and will be updated when it is available.
Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and handbooks, uniforms, equipment, standard and additional flying hours and licences. See below for a detailed breakdown of these expenses.

Annual fee adjustment

Amounts quoted are indicative fees per annum, and are based on a standard year of full-time study (96 credit points). A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load.

Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.

Defer your payment

You may be eligible to apply for a HECS-HELP loan, which can be used to defer payment of up to the full amount of your student contribution fees, or a FEE-HELP loan to defer payment of your tuition fees up to the HELP loan limit.

You may also be eligible to apply to defer payment of your SSAF through the SA-HELP loan scheme.

Paying your fees and applying for refunds

For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds.

Learn more about fees for undergraduate study

If you are offered a Commonwealth supported place, your tuition fees are subsidised by the Australian Government.

Your share of the fee (student contribution) is set on an annual basis by the government and is determined by the discipline areas (bands) of your individual enrolled courses, not the overall program.

How much can I expect to pay for my Commonwealth supported place?

The Australian Government has introduced changes to university funding and student contribution fees under its Job-ready Graduates Package.

The fees in the table below apply to students who commence their program in 2025. Fees for continuing students are available at fees for Commonwealth supported students.

Each course (subject) falls into a band. The band determines the student contribution amount for the course.

Amounts listed in the table below are based on a standard, full-time study load (96 credit points per year) with all courses in the same band. A proportionate fee applies for more or less than the full-time study load or for enrolment in courses (subjects) from a combination of bands.

You can learn how to calculate your exact tuition fees for units from different bands at Fees for Commonwealth supported students.

Maximum student contribution amount for Commonwealth supported places in 2025 for commencing students

Student contribution band by course (subject)	Maximum annual student contribution amount (per EFTSL) in 2025
Education, Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, English, Mathematics, Statistics, Nursing, Indigenous and Foreign Languages, Agriculture	$4,627 per standard year $578 per standard (12 credit point) course
Allied Health, Other Health, Built Environment, Computing, Visual and Performing Arts, Professional Pathway Psychology, Professional Pathway Social Work, Engineering, Surveying, Environmental Studies, Science, Pathology	$9,314 per standard year $1,164 per standard (12 credit point) course
Dentistry, Medicine, Veterinary Science	$13,241 per standard year $1,655 per standard (12 credit point) course
Law, Accounting, Administration, Economics, Commerce, Communications, Society and Culture	$16,992 per standard year $2,124 per standard (12 credit point) course

Student Learning Entitlement

On 1 January 2022, the Government implemented the Student Learning Entitlement (SLE).

The SLE allows students 7 years of full-time subsidised study in Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP).
Your total SLE amount will be reduced in accordance with your overall study load in a CSP.
Once you have utilised all your SLE, you can not longer study in a CSP.

For more information about SLE, visit Study Assist.

HECS-HELP Loans

The Australian Government provides financial assistance via the HECS-HELP loan scheme, which allows eligible students (such as Australian citizens or holders of an Australian permanent humanitarian visa) to defer payment of up to the full amount of their student contribution.

SA-HELP Loans

You may be eligible to apply to defer payment of the Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) through the SA-HELP loan scheme. If you use SA-HELP, the amount will be added to your accumulated HELP debt.

How does a HELP loan work?

If your FEE-HELP and/or SA-HELP loan application is successful, the Australian Government will pay RMIT, on your behalf, up to 100% of your fees. This amount will become part of your accumulated HELP debt.

You only start repaying your accumulated HELP debt to the Australian Government once you earn above the minimum income threshold for repayment, which is set each year by the Australian Government (this also applies if you are still studying). The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) will calculate your compulsory repayment for the year and include this on your income tax notice.

For more information about loan repayment options see Commonwealth assistance (HELP loans) or Study Assist.

In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF), which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.

The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2025 is $365.

You may also be required to purchase other items related to your course, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from course to course.

You will be charged a specific fee for each course, with practical flying-oriented courses attracting higher fees and theory-oriented courses attracting lower fees. The fee charged will depend on the year you take the course (e.g. if you take a course in 2025 you will be charged the 2025 course fee, and if you take a course in 2026 you will be charged the 2026 course fee).

Each flying-oriented course includes the standard number of flying hours required to gain competency. Note, the cost of additional flying hours to gain competence cannot be deferred to FEE-HELP.

Eligible Associate Degree of Aviation (Professional Pilots) students can access a HELP loan limit of $182,172 (2025 indexed rate).

A 20% loan fee applies to associate degree students, which does not count towards the HELP loan limit.

For more information, contact Student Connect.

Plan AD023A (Point Cook) course code	Plan AD023BN (Bendigo) course code	Course name	Semester*	2025 fee	Credit points	Flying hours - dual	Flying hours - solo
AERO2466	AERO2625	Theory to Recreational Pilot Licence	4	$4,320	12	N/A	N/A
AERO2467	AERO2619	Flying to Recreational Pilot Licence	4	$24,000	12	26.6	10
AERO2469	AERO2624	Theory to Private Pilot Licence	5	$4,320	12	N/A	N/A
AERO2470	AERO2618	Flying to Private Pilot Licence	5	$15,120	12	20	6
AERO2576	AERO2627	Introduction to Commercial Pilot Licence	5	$10,560	12	10	15
AERO2587	AERO2617	Commercial Pilot Licence Theory	6	$4,320	12	N/A	N/A
AERO2586	AERO2616	Commercial Pilot Licence Flying	6	$30,480	12	27	39
		Total flight training course fees		$93,120	84	83.6	70

*Based on standard full-time program progression.

Equipment

RMIT Code	Item	2025 fee*
M1499	David Clark Headset (H10 13.4).	$685
M1498	ASA Circular Flight Computer - $70, Protractor - $16, Scale Ruler 180 NM - $17.	$103
M1518	Knee-board (RPL, PPL, CPL).	$79

Textbooks and handbooks

Textbooks and handbooks are required at the start of each licensing level: Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL), Private Pilot Licence (PPL), and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).

Some materials can be used across multiple licensing levels.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1496	Avionics Manual - Cessna 172S POH Glass (172SIMBUS)	$172
M1495	Manual of Aviation Meteorology	$79
M1514	The Human Being Pilot - book	$87
M1515	Victorian Country Airstrip Guide (PPL & CPL)	$65
M1517	Avionics Manual -Cessna 182T POH Glass (182TIMAUS) (PPL & CPL)	$188
M1519	Instrument Rating Study Guide (Bob Tait)	$110
M1781	Avionics Manual - Seminol PA44 POH Glass	$207

Uniforms

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1502	Ladies long sleeve epaulette shirt	$39
M1612	Replacement RMIT branded epaulette	$40
M1616	Replacement RMIT branded tie	$48

The uniform items below are available directly from the supplier. Contact RMIT Flight Training for more information.

Item	2025 fee*
Short sleeve shirt, white epaulette (men's and women's)	$39
Long sleeve shirt, white epaulette (men's and women's)	$39
Epaulette jumper (unisex)	$90
Trousers, navy (poly/viscose) (men's and women's)	$70
Trousers, navy (poly/wool) (men's and women's)	$131
RMIT branded bomber jacket (unisex)	$97
RMIT branded softshell jacket (women's)	$120

In some situations, students who require training above the maximum allotted flight hours for their course may be charged for any additional flight hours to achieve the required competencies.

Each fee is for one additional hour of flying time. It will only be charged if additional hours above the standard number of flying hours are required.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee
M1444	C172S solo hire	$340
M1445	C182T solo hire	$568
M1446	PA-44 solo hire	$650
M1447	Aero 8KCAB solo hire	$403
M1520	Flight Simulator dual hire	$330

Flight instructor hourly rate

This fee is for one additional hour of flying time. It will only be charged if additional hours above the standard number of flying hours are required.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1448	Flight Instructor Hourly Rate	$225

These fees are paid to bodies outside of RMIT but will be necessary for students wishing to pursue the program. The prices given below are indicative only. Students should ensure they remain up to date with current pricing.

Licences

Item	2025 fee*
Class 1 Medical Exam (First Issue only)	$600-$700 approx.
Medical Processing Fee (Civil Aviation Safety Authority – CASA)	$75
Aviation Security Identity Card (CASA)	$308
Recreational Pilot Licence Exam – (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$183
Private Pilot Licence Exam – (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$208
Commercial Pilot Licence – 7 Exams (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$1,237
Pilot Instructor Rating Exam (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$182
Instrument Rating Examination (CASA and ASL)	$208
ATPL 1 & 2 Examination (CASA and ASL)	$1,244

Textbooks/Map/Charts/Publications

Item	2025 fee*
Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (Digital copy licence)	$110
Flight Radio for Pilots (Digital copy licence)	$48
PPL/CPL Kit (7 subjects) (Digital copy licence)	$470
AIP Complete (Book in Binder)	$71
AIP (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$100
ERSA Spiral Bound with RDS (Current Amendment)	$37
ERSA Spiral Bound with RDS (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$147
PCA (Current Amendment)	$6
PCA (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$12
VTC Adelaide/Melbourne (Current Amendment) NA for Bendigo	$12
VTC Adelaide/Melbourne (12 Month Amendment Service Only) NA for Bendigo	$22
CASA Visual Flight Rules Guide, and Part 91 Plain English Guide	$50

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In addition to tuition fees you also need to pay for:

Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) in each calendar year.
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) - Student visa holders must have cover for the total duration of their visa.
Some programs incur additional expenses.

You also need to account for your living expenses. Estimate the cost of living in Melbourne.

Student services and amenities fee (SSAF)

The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2025 is $365.

Equipment

RMIT Code	Item	2025 fee*
M1499	David Clark Headset (H10 13.4).	$685
M1498	ASA Circular Flight Computer - $70, Protractor - $16, Scale Ruler 180 NM - $17.	$103
M1518	Knee-board (RPL, PPL, CPL).	$79

Textbooks and handbooks

Textbooks and handbooks are required at the start of each licensing level: Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL), Private Pilot Licence (PPL), and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).

Some materials can be used across multiple licensing levels.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1496	Avionics Manual - Cessna 172S POH Glass (172SIMBUS)	$172
M1495	Manual of Aviation Meteorology	$79
M1514	The Human Being Pilot - book	$87
M1515	Victorian Country Airstrip Guide (PPL & CPL)	$65
M1517	Avionics Manual -Cessna 182T POH Glass (182TIMAUS) (PPL & CPL)	$188
M1519	Instrument Rating Study Guide (Bob Tait)	$110
M1781	Avionics Manual - Seminol PA44 POH Glass	$207

Uniforms

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1502	Ladies long sleeve epaulette shirt	$39
M1612	Replacement RMIT branded epaulette	$40
M1616	Replacement RMIT branded tie	$48

The uniform items below are available directly from the supplier. Contact RMIT Flight Training for more information.

Item	2025 fee*
Short sleeve shirt, white epaulette (men's and women's)	$39
Long sleeve shirt, white epaulette (men's and women's)	$39
Epaulette jumper (unisex)	$90
Trousers, navy (poly/viscose) (men's and women's)	$70
Trousers, navy (poly/wool) (men's and women's)	$131
RMIT branded bomber jacket (unisex)	$97
RMIT branded softshell jacket (women's)	$120

Standard flying hours

Plan AD023A (Point Cook) course code	Plan AD023BN (Bendigo) course code	Course name	RMIT code	2025 fee	Semester*	Flying hours - dual	Flying hours - solo
AERO2467	AERO2619	Flying to Recreational Pilot Licence	M1572	$19,680	4	26.6	10
AERO2470	AERO2618	Flying to Private Pilot Licence	M1433	$10,800	5	20	6
AERO2586	AERO2616	Commercial Pilot Licence Flying	M1434	$26,160	6	27	39
AERO2576	AERO2627	Intro to Commercial Pilot Licence	M1750	$6,240	5	10	15

* Based on standard full-time progression.

In some situations, students who require training above the maximum allotted flight hours for their course may be charged for any additional flight hours to achieve the required competencies.

Each fee is for one additional hour of flying time. It will only be charged if additional hours above the standard number of flying hours are required.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee
M1444	C172S solo hire	$340
M1445	C182T solo hire	$568
M1446	PA-44 solo hire	$650
M1447	Aero 8KCAB solo hire	$403
M1520	Flight Simulator dual hire	$330

Flight instructor hourly rate

This fee is for one additional hour of flying time. It will only be charged if additional hours above the standard number of flying hours are required.

RMIT code	Item	2025 fee*
M1448	Flight Instructor Hourly Rate	$225

Licences

Item	2025 fee*
Class 1 Medical Exam (First Issue only)	$600-$700 approx.
Medical Processing Fee (Civil Aviation Safety Authority – CASA)	$75
Aviation Security Identity Card (CASA)	$308
Recreational Pilot Licence Exam – (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$183
Private Pilot Licence Exam – (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$208
Commercial Pilot Licence – 7 Exams (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$1,237
Pilot Instructor Rating Exam (Includes Aspeq delivery fee and CASA fee of $65)	$182
Instrument Rating Examination (CASA and ASL)	$208
ATPL 1 & 2 Examination (CASA and ASL)	$1,244

Textbooks/Map/Charts/Publications

Item	2025 fee*
Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (Digital copy licence)	$110
Flight Radio for Pilots (Digital copy licence)	$48
PPL/CPL Kit (7 subjects) (Digital copy licence)	$470
AIP Complete (Book in Binder)	$71
AIP (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$100
ERSA Spiral Bound with RDS (Current Amendment)	$37
ERSA Spiral Bound with RDS (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$147
PCA (Current Amendment)	$6
PCA (12 Month Amendment Service Only)	$12
VTC Adelaide/Melbourne (Current Amendment) NA for Bendigo	$12
VTC Adelaide/Melbourne (12 Month Amendment Service Only) NA for Bendigo	$22
CASA Visual Flight Rules Guide, and Part 91 Plain English Guide	$50

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Bachelor of Aviation (Pilot Training)

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