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Graduate Diploma of Rotary Wing Flight Management

  • Graduate Diploma

The aim and focus of the program is to prepare students for a career in the aviation industry by developing their knowledge and skills in the practical aspects of commercial aircraft operations coupled with appropriate technical qualifications for industry employment.

Key details

Degree Type
Graduate Diploma
Duration
13 months full-time
Course Code
4195
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$135,500 per year / $146,792 total

About this course

The aim and focus of the program is to prepare students for a career in the aviation industry by developing their knowledge and skills in the practical aspects of commercial aircraft operations coupled with appropriate technical qualifications for industry employment. The core knowledge and skills gained through the program provide a platform for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing industry.

Besides achieving the essential basic pilot qualifications for employment in the industry, the additional 'industry ready' focus is on developing the high level flight management and personal skills required for transition to a flying career in helicopter operations.

On successful completion of the program students will qualify for a rotary wing Commercial Pilot Licence and a rotary wing Instrument Rating.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Graduate Diploma of Rotary Wing Flight Management, a student must:

  • have met the graduation requirements for one of the following programs:
    • Bachelor of Aviation (1517)
    • Bachelor of Aviation Management (1367)
    • Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Aviation (1584);
  • have successfully completed the Bachelor of Aviation elective course Rotary Wing Operations (3535NSC);
  • attend and complete specified preparatory training under the professional development program referred to as Mentoring Aviators through Educational Support (MATES);
  • hold a current Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Class 1 Medical Certificate for a Commercial Pilot Licence (the medical must be carried out by a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner (DAME) and a full list of the DAMEs is available on the CASA website;
  • have an Aviation Reference Number (ARN);
  • successfully complete the Griffith University Pilot Aptitude Assessment*;
  • successfully complete the Graduate Diploma of Rotary Wing Flight Management selection interview.

All students who apply for entry into the Graduate Diploma of Rotary Wing Flight Management are required to complete the Selection Supplement and submit it with their application.

* Information on undertaking the Griffith Aviation Pilot Aptitude Assessment will be available through the MATES program.

Study locations

Nathan

Career pathways

You will have the necessary technical qualifications and flight management skills coupled with a well-recognised tertiary qualification to enable you seek immediate employment as a commercial pilot.

Credit for prior study or work

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How to apply

To apply, add this program to your shortlist at the top of this page or apply for this program now (a maximum of three preferences is allowed).

Griffith will assess your first preference and will only assess subsequent preferences if you are not successful.

Once you have submitted your application, you will be sent an email about how to track your application.

For a full list of your incomplete or submitted applications, please view your application list.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Engineering courses at Griffith University.
76.8%
Overall satisfaction
94.6%
Skill scale
69.6%
Teaching scale
68%
Employed full-time