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    Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management

    University of New South Wales

    University of New South Wales

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    Australia, Sydney

    University RankQS Ranking
    19

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Diploma

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    Online

    Course Code

    Campuses

    Kensington

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2025
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    Duration 1 Year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 45,500  / year
    Next Intake July-2025

    Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management

    About

    Elevate or recalibrate your career with the Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management at UNSW. Gain critical knowledge in aviation operations, corporate management, law and regulation, security and accident prevention. Unlock a broad range of career opportunities within airlines, airports, air safety organisations and more.

    This flexible, online program allows you to explore eight electives of your choosing, providing a robust and tailored overview of aviation management. Study full-time or part-time in a 100% online capacity, so you can fit study around other commitments.

    The Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management welcomes students from aviation and non-aviation backgrounds. This program is the perfect stepping stone for professionals seeking to enhance their qualifications or aspiring towards the Master of Aviation Management.

    Join a top 20 global university*

    UNSW is the highest-ranked global university with a stand-alone aviation school that offers aviation degrees, operates flight training under its own Air Operator’s Certificate and undertakes research. The School of Aviation has been a leading educator in the industry for over 25 years.

    *QS World University Rankings, 2024

    Learn from expert educators

    Our industry facilitators bring a wealth of aviation experience, while our academic staff regularly engage with regulatory authorities, industry bodies and research collaborators. Our courses are written by experts with substantial industry experience. UNSW Aviation educators include past and current leaders at organisations like Qantas, Sydney Airport, Airservices Australia and CASA.

    Industry-relevant knowledge and experience

    This postgraduate program was designed alongside industry experts to prepare graduates for future leadership positions in the aviation sector. You’ll learn critical thinking and decision-making skills in topics including airline marketing, aviation safety and security and flight operations, and have the chance to gain first-hand work experience through industry-based scholarships and internships on offer.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The minimum entry requirement to the Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management is at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.

    There are three entry groups to the GradDip AvMgmt. The entry groups are determined by the applicant's years of industry experience. Each entry group offers different amounts of advanced standing and therefore the total UoC to complete at UNSW is different for each group.

    A minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience is required to enter the program. If you have at least 2 years of relevant industry experience or advanced flying experience to ATPL then you may be credited with up to 12 UoC advanced standing. 5 or more years of industry experience may give you up to 24 UoC advanced standing. Remaining units must be completed at UNSW.

    Examples of industry experience:

    • Advanced flying training (e.g. any holder of Command Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Licence or Air Transport Pilot Licence)
    • Air traffic controller
    • Aviation legal practitioner
    • Airline captain, first officer, second officer or line pilot
    • Business strategy analyst
    • Defence force personnel
    • Flying instructor
    • Flight attendant
    • Flight scheduler
    • Human factors analyst
    • Licence aircraft maintenance engineer, aircraft technician
    • Managerial role
    • Marketing and sales personnel
    • Network planner
    • Police and fire fighters
    • Research analyst
    • Revenue analyst
    • Flight dispatcher and load controller
    • Flight safety operations and risk management personnel
    Group Degree Required? Industry Experience Required? Max Advanced Standing (UoC) Total UoC required to complete at UNSW Total UoC Accumulated to Graduate
    1 No Minimum 5 years
    24 24 48
    2 No Minimum 2 years or completed advanced flying experience to ATPL#
    12 36 48
    3 No Minimum 1 year
    0 48 48

    Applicants are to submit the following documents for assessment of entry:

    • CV
    • Evidence of work in Aviation industry and years of experience

    Applicants with other relevant qualifications and experience not listed may apply for admission to this program as follows. This is in accordance with UNSW Policy and Procedure on Recognition Of Prior Learning. Applicants will need to demonstrate that they have achieved the same knowledge and skills (learning outcomes) through their formal or informal learning as the qualifications listed for entry for this program. Any relevant documentation should be attached to the application and will be considered by the Academic Coordinator for the Program.

    English Program Requirements

    Faculty Undergraduate Postgraduate coursework Postgraduate research
    Medicine & Health

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Bachelor of Nutrition/Master of Dietetics & Food Innovation: 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each subtest)

    The following programs require 7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    • Bachelor of Medical Studies (BMed)/Doctor of Medicine (MD) including double degree
    • Bachelor of Exercise Science/Master of Physiotherapy & Exercise Physiology
    • Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Medicine/Master of Pharmacy
    • Bachelor of Applied Exercise Science/Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

    6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest)

     

    Exceptions:

    • Graduate Certificate in Myopia Management:7.0 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each subtest)

    Career

    Future careers

    Australia has grown to become a global leader in aviation. It’s home to some of the best global airlines, including Qantas and Virgin Australia, and has significant hubs for airlines based in Asia, the Americas and Europe.

    A career in aviation management can take many forms and provides the opportunity to work and travel overseas. Aviation management graduates are hired by airlines and related organisations such as airports, government agencies, tourism authorities, freight forwarders and airport ground handling companies. There are also roles in complementary fields, such as consulting, IT and air safety authorities.

    UNSW School of Aviation produces the highest calibre graduates who go on to take up roles at leading organisations, such as Qantas, Airservices Australia, the Defence Forces, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Cathay Pacific and Emirates, to name a few.

    Potential careers

    Aviation professionals can explore roles in:

    • airline marketing
    • flight operations management
    • aviation economics
    • aviation law and regulations
    • aviation safety
    • aviation security
    • corporate planning
    • fleet planning
    • schedule planning
    • flight operations
    • air traffic management
    • aircraft engineering
    • airport management

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 45,500 

    Application Fee

    AUD  
    University of New South Wales

    Graduate Diploma in Aviation Management

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