Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors)

Graduate Certificate

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Duration

12 months full-time

Course Code

GC-AVHF

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Mar, Aug

Domestic Fees

$13,800 per year / $13,800 total

International Fees

$15,480 per year / $185,760 total

About this course

The Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) forms the first stage in a three-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:

Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) (GC-AVHF)

Graduate Diploma of Aviation (Human Factors) (GD-AVHF)

Master of Aviation (Human Factors) (MA-AVHF)

The Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) provides the specialised knowledge and skills for aviation professionals undertaking operational roles within a Safety Management system. The course, primarily, is designed to meet the needs of personnel currently involved in the aviation industry who wish to upgrade their skills at tertiary level in the specialist area of human factors. In addition, the course has relevance for personnel in other technologically based industries including rail, shipping, medical, heavy industry, the chemical industry and energy production. Graduates may pathway into either the Graduate Diploma of Aviation (Human Factors) or Master of Aviation (Human Factors) courses with advanced standing.

One of the unique aspects of the graduate certificate is that lecturers from a number of universities contribute to this teaching. This provides a range of diverse views and ideas and broadens the students' understanding of the human factors domain.

Please note that students must have access to the internet as materials are delivered online.

Find out more about the Department of Aviation.

Study locations

Off-Campus

Course structure

The Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) consists of a total of four units (50 credit points). Units normally carry 12.5 credit points. In each academic year, eight units normally constitute a full-time load of 100 credit points and four units normally constitute a part-time load of 50 credit points. The typical part-time student's average weekly workload during semester is expected to be 25 hours.Maximum Academic CreditThe maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) award is 25 credit points (normally two units)

Credit for prior study or work

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.Within the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Technology, the maximum credit available is one unit (12.5 credit points) towards a Graduate Certificate.

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