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RMIT University

  • 45% international / 55% domestic

Master of Science (Aviation)

  • Masters (Coursework)

Develop your career in the aviation industry by advancing your skills to take on management roles.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Course Code
MC264, 092028D
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$39,360 per year / $78,720 total

About this course

The aviation industry is global, driven by changing markets and new technologies, and rapidly expanding. This opens up many and varied career opportunities for suitably educated and motivated professionals. This course is focused on developing your skills to succeed in this exciting & dynamic industry.

The course combines core studies spanning the aviation industry with the opportunity to dig deeper in such areas as:

  • airline development and operations
  • aviation logistics and air cargo operations
  • remotely piloted aircraft systems
  • airworthiness
  • aerospace technology

During your study, you'll increase both your understanding of the industry and be exposed to the contemporary issues it faces. You'll also develop the skills to analyse and implement creative solutions to industry problems, identify opportunities and enhance your leadership and communication skills.

A key aspect of the program is the Aviation Research Project where you will expand on the knowledge gained throughout the course and have the opportunity to work on an in-depth qualitative and/or quantitative study that has a technical and/or managerial application within the industry.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or international equivalent) with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.

Applicants who have a successfully completed a relevant degree (as above) with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 3 years of relevant industry experience.

OR

Successful completion of an Australian postgraduate qualification (or international equivalent) in a related discipline (as above).

OR

Applicants without any relevant prior qualification will be considered if they have at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.

If you wish to have industry or employment experience assessed as part of meeting the entry requirements you will need to provide a detailed CV/resume listing previous positions, dates of employment and position responsibilities; a statement from your employer confirming these details (or contact details of employer so RMIT can seek confirmation); and evidence of any relevant professional development undertaken.

International qualifications are assessed for comparability to Australian qualifications according to the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Exemptions

Some applicants may be eligible for exemptions. Approved exemptions may change the duration of their study in the program

Study locations

Melbourne City

Career pathways

There is a current and projected strong demand for aviation professionals both in Australia and globally. With a rapidly growing global population that seeks to travel both domestically and internationally, the need for well-planned and managed airlines, airports and related aviation organisations has become even more important.

Graduates with a relevant postgraduate qualification will be well prepared for a range of operational, management and planning roles in the aviation industry. These could include roles in areas such as:

  • airline operations planning and management
  • airline maintenance management and supervision
  • airport landside and airside operations
  • airport planning and management

  • aviation safety management
  • air cargo operations and planning