
In response to the changing needs of the industry, UNSW Aviation identified an opportunity to conduct a comprehensive review and refresh of its programs, to further strengthen its offerings so as to enhance its position as a global leader in aviation education.
The UNSW School of Aviation (UNSW Aviation) started in 1995 with only 11 students. We are now one of the leading research and teaching-intensive schools of aviation, known for innovative, pioneering research and high-quality education with a global impact. Our management graduates are in senior roles in key organisations across the globe and our pilot graduates are highly sought after within the aviation industry and are employed by major airlines around the world.
The impact of COVID on the global industry, emerging aviation and technologies as well as the development of aviation infrastructure around the world, including Western Sydney Airport, has created demand for graduates with relevant skills and knowledge to manage the industry into the future.
In response to the changing needs of the industry, UNSW Aviation identified an opportunity to conduct a comprehensive review and refresh of its programs, to further strengthen its offerings so as to enhance its position as a global leader in aviation education.
Over the past year, UNSW Aviation has conducted a holistic review of its programs. This has included extensive consultation with academic and professional staff, students, alumni, industry stakeholders and advisory bodies. Comprehensive benchmarking and research of the current aviation industry, future outlooks and projected trends also fed into the process. As a result, proposals for major changes to existing management and flying programs, as well as the introduction of a new program in remotely piloted aircraft systems was proposed and submitted to a range of academic approval committees.
Briefly, the changes include:
We are pleased to announce that all proposals have been approved for commencement in 2024. These changes will be reflected in the UNSW Handbook over the coming months.