Griffith University has one of Australia's largest and most highly recognised aviation teaching programs. Over the past 20 years teaching in this field, we have built an international reputation for graduates who are industry ready. Our aviation staff have strong industry ties and are world leaders in aviation research. The Bachelor of Aviation is a two-year, accelerated degree allowing students to progress more quickly into a flying career. You will be introduced to the sciences underpinning the theory and practice of aviation. You will also study courses in areas such as, navigation, planning, and the human factors in aviation. Through the Bachelor of Aviation, you will develop with the skills needed for lifelong learning in the evolving aviation environment. The Bachelor of Aviation together with self-funded flight training will allow graduates to be ready to work in the aviation industry as a commercial pilot. My career opportunities The Bachelor of Aviation will prepare you for employment in the aviation industry and, together with self-funded flight training, for work as a commercial pilot. Our graduates have been successful in gaining a range of flying and management positions with organisations such as Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad, Jetstar, Qantas and Regional Express, as well as Air services Australia and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). We also have a direct entry agreement with the Royal Australian Air Force. You will also be able to apply the skills acquired in your degree to many areas of the aviation industry such as management, research and human resource management. You will find employment opportunities in charter work, regional airlines, flight instruction (theory and practical), aerial services (agricultural spraying, aerial surveying and photography), management, research and human resource management, and in government organisations such as CASA and the Australian Defence Force (in first officer positions).