RMIT UNIVERSITY Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) Registration Number (Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance): 212652 RMIT UNIVERSITY RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise in which teaching, research and engagement are central to achieving positive impact and creating life-changing experiences for their students. One of Australia's original educational institutions founded in 1887, RMIT University now has 83,000 students. The University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in professional and vocational education, applied and innovative research, and engagement with the needs of industry and the community. With three campuses in Melbourne (City, Brunswick and Bundoora), two in Vietnam (Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City) and a centre in Barcelona, Spain, RMIT is a truly global university. RMIT has a 5-Star QS ranking for excellence in higher education and is 16 th in the world among universities less than 50 years old (2016 QS Top 50 Under 50 index). RMIT is 16 th in the world (highest ranked in Australia) in Art and Design, and 36 th in the world (fourth highest in Australia) in Architecture and the Built Environment. The University is among the world's top 100 universities in Engineering (Civil and Structural; Electrical and Electronic; and Mechanical); Accounting and Finance; and Business and Management Studies. (2016 QS World University Rankings by Subject) RMIT University s research and internationally-recognised degrees are focused on finding innovative solutions to emerging global problems in partnership with industry and communities world-wide. Throughout its 130-year heritage, the University has produced graduates who have become leaders of innovation, distinguished in their fields nationally and internationally. In 2014-15, RMIT University was nominated to be part of the RICS Global Showcase for Best Practice in Sustainable Development in Higher Education. The University was selected as it successfully illustrated best practice in integrating sustainable development into higher education in the built environment. The highlights of RMIT s achievements are in the area of making sustainable development part of the institutional ethos, research agenda, curricula and links with the industry. 06 PROGRAMME OVERVIEW The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) degree programme is offered to students who have completed a relevant Higher Diploma (HD) qualification delivered by Vocational Training Council (VTC) in Hong Kong. This programme: has a strong emphasis on communication, team work and leadership; incorporates project-based learning; maintains an environmental sustainability focus; maintains a strong emphasis on industry relevance and flexible programme structure. Aviation is highly competitive and needs well-trained individuals who can work effectively in rapidly changing environments. This programme will prepare students for employment in a range of operational, management and planning roles in the dynamic and vibrant aviation industry. They will gain a broad awareness of the aviation industry and a range of analytical skills that will give them a comprehensive appreciation of the aviation operating environment. Students will develop breadth and depth of thinking, and the ability to solve problems relevant to the aviation industry. RMIT has been involved in aerospace and aviation education and training for more than 70 years. Their suite of programmes has equipped graduates to be effective in a wide range of roles and levels. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) delivered in collaboration between RMIT University and SHAPE is a top-up degree programme for students holding a relevant Higher Diploma qualification. Depending on the previous qualification, students will enter the programme with a minimum credit transfer between 60 credit points to 144 credit points from the full 288 credit points required for programme completion. The academic year consists of 3 trimesters and delivery is in part-time mode. Students will normally take 2 or 3 courses / modules per trimester to complete the programme in 4-10 trimesters, dependent on the amount of credit received and number of courses / modules undertaken in each trimester. The programme is delivered through a combination of face-to-face lectures and tutorials / workshops and online components taught by both RMIT and SHAPE staff. Students enrolled in the programme will need to complete between 12 to 19 courses / modules from the following list, dependent on credits received: CODE AERO2540 AERO2541 MATH2299 AERO2545 AERO2542 AERO2549 AERO2544 AERO2543 AERO2547 AERO2546 AERO2548 AERO2550 AERO2555 AERO2559 AERO2553 AERO2558 AERO2551 AERO2552 AERO2554 MODULE Introduction to Aircraft Introduction to Aviation Aviation Mathematics Aviation Industry Environment Aviation Quality Systems Airline Operations Aircraft Systems Managing the Engineering Environment Human Factors in Aviation Airport/Airline Operations Airport Planning and Management Sustainable Aviation and the Environment Aviation Safety and Security Systems Aircraft Airworthiness Aviation Project Management Air Cargo Management and Operations Aircraft Maintenance Management Aviation Strategy in the Global Context Aviation Industry Project
Engineering ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Applicants will be eligible for entry into the Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) programme, and also be eligible for credit recognition, if they have completed a relevant Higher Diploma (HD) with an average grade of C+ or better. Qualifications recongised include: HD in Customer Services for Aviation and Passenger Transport HD in Airfreight Management and Global Logistics HD in Airport Operations Management HD in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering HD in Business Administration Students who have not completed one of the above qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS IELTS 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0; or TOEFL score of 580+ (TWE 4.5+); or RMIT English Worldwide (REW) Advanced Plus or equivalent; or Successful completion of at least the equivalent of a two-year tertiary programme of at least Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 5 within the past five years where English is the language of teaching and assessment. (VTC graduates who have completed a Higher Diploma within the past five years conducted and assessed in the English medium are deemed to have met this requirement.) ASSESSMENT Assessment for each course will consist of a combination of regular assignments, laboratory exercises, project work and final examination as stipulated in the Course Guide. QUALIFICATIONS FRAMEWORK Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF) (www.hkqf.gov.hk). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Study Mode and Full-time (FT), Duration minimum 12 months / Part-time (PT), minimum 16 months (Based on 4 courses per trimester for FT mode and 3 courses per trimester for PT mode for 12 courses; actual duration will depend on amount of credit received and delivered schedule of the courses to be taken.) Study Location IVE (Tsing Yi) Fees Application : HK$200 Registration : HK$3,500 Tuition : Minimum HK$101,520 by 4 (FT) or 6 (PT) instalments (Instalments per trimester will be charged at HK$8,460 per course). Application Deadline 31 March 2018 Commencement September 2018 ENQUIRIES Programme Mr. Tsang Cheung Wing, Bevan Co-ordinator (For Full-time Mode) Tel no. 2436 8667 Email bevan_tsang@vtc.edu.hk Programme Dr. Fung Ka Shuen Co-ordinator (For Part-time Mode) Tel no. 2436 8648 Email ksfung@vtc.edu.hk General Enquires Ms. Vivian Chow Tel no. 3757 9229 Email vivianchow@vtc.edu.hk QF Level Level 5 QR Registration No. 16/000866/L5 Validity Period 01/10/2016-30/09/2020 This programme accredited by the HKCAAVQ enjoys similar status of locally-accredited honours bachelor s degree programmes. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead. 07