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Developed in partnership with aviation experts, the Associate Degree in Aviation (Professional Pilots) provides the essential training and expertise required to launch your career as a professional aviator.
Combining theoretical aviation knowledge with hands-on flight instruction, this program prepares you to complete both the CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) Commercial Pilot License examinations and practical flight assessments. Beyond core pilot training, you can expand your qualifications by studying specialized subjects like instrument and instructor ratings, enhancing your skills in this dynamic field.
The RMIT Aviation Academy leads in aviation education, training, and innovation, boasting Australia's largest university-owned aircraft fleet for pilot instruction. With cutting-edge research facilities in Melbourne and flight training bases at Point Cook (site of the RAAF) and regional Victoria (Bendigo), RMIT provides optimal access to diverse airspace, landscapes, and urban environments for comprehensive navigation training. Students benefit from direct industry connections, opening doors to international career prospects. With an 80-year legacy in aerospace engineering education and commercial pilot training since 1994, RMIT has produced over 3500 graduates across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, including pilots and flight instructors.