Programme Overview

Academic Level

Bachelor's Degree, top-up

Awarded by

RMIT University, Australia

Programme type

Part-time, 1.5 to 2.5 years

Campus location

SIM Campus

Application Dates

11 Jan to 25 Apr 2025

Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*

S$21,765.12 to S$38,088.96

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* Exclude application fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.

Programme Outline

Awarded and developed by: RMIT University, Australia

Flying high with a career in Aviation

RMIT has been providing education in aerospace engineering and aviation for over 75 years.

The successful completion of the programme will provide you with a broad, coherent body of knowledge and theory related to the global aviation industry.

The knowledge obtained enables you to critically review and analyse aspects of the aviation industry, such as:

Airline operations planning and management
Airline maintenance management and supervision
Airport landside/airside operations
Airport planning and management
Aviation safety management
Airline strategies, finance and traffic data
Concepts and applications of human factor in aviation
Technical and contemporary issues in the aviation industry (e.g. systems, sustainability, environment, etc.)

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, you will have a broad, coherent body of knowledge and theory related to the global aviation industry.

Further Studies & Career Prospects

Graduates are eligible for consideration for admission into postgraduate studies in Aviation at RMIT Melbourne, as well as postgraduate programmes in many institutions.

Graduates can also work in junior management and supervisory positions with air services providers, airlines and airport organisations located throughout the world.

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Why study at SIM x RMIT University

SIM is the leading private education institution in Singapore.

Access the same content and quality of instruction you would receive in Melbourne.

Ranked 5th globally for sustainability impact (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024)

RMIT courses are co-designed with industry to give you the practical skills needed to succeed in the workforce.

Learn more about RMIT University

Intake Dates

Jul 2025 Category A

PROGRAMME DURATION

2.5 years (01 Jul 2025 to 31 Dec 2027)

APPLICATION PERIOD

11 Jan to 25 Apr 2025 (local and international applicants)

Jul 2025 Category B

PROGRAMME DURATION

2.0 years (01 Jul 2025 to 30 Jun 2027)

APPLICATION PERIOD

11 Jan to 25 Apr 2025 (local and international applicants)

Jul 2025 Category C

PROGRAMME DURATION

1.5 years (01 Jul 2025 to 31 Dec 2026)

APPLICATION PERIOD

11 Jan to 25 Apr 2025 (local and international applicants)

The maximum allowed period for a student to complete the programme is:

Category A - 14 modules: 5 years
Category B - 12 modules: 4 years
Category C - 8 modules: 3 years

Students who did not complete the programme within the candidature period will not be entitled to refund.

Those who exceed their candidature period will not be allowed to remain in the programme, unless an extension to the candidature period is approved by the University.

Curriculum

Structure

The mode of delivery is a blended mode of lectures on campus and online learning.
Besides lectures, methods such as case study preparation, problem solving exercises, projects and self-managed learning activities are used to encourage flexible and independent learning.
This programme is taught by faculty from RMIT University, as well as local academics and industry practitioners.
View a list of lecturers’ teaching modules (PDF 394 KB)
The average teacher:student ratio is 1:16.
For modules taught by RMIT teaching faculty, classes are conducted on an intensive mode: lectures are scheduled over 1 to 2 weeks consecutively.

Modules delivered by local academics are run on a regular mode, with classes scheduled over 7 to 8 weeks, 1 to 2 times a week.
Lectures at SIM Campus are of 3 hours duration per session with 10-15 minutes break, and are scheduled on weeknights (7.00pm – 10.00pm) or Saturday afternoon (12.00pm – 3.00pm / 3.30pm – 6.30pm).
Class requires a minimum of 50 students to commence.
In the event that the above minimum number is not met, the intake will not commence. Students will be informed within 30 days before class commences.

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Assessment & Attendance

Assessment components vary from module to module. Students are normally assessed by continuous assessments in the form of mid-term class tests, individual and group assignments or projects, case studies, discussion and class presentations.
Some modules have a final examination at the end of semester. The examinations are held from late April to early May for the semester commencing in January, and in late October to early November for the semester commencing in July.
The examinations are scheduled on weekdays and Saturdays, in the morning and afternoon.
Students are allowed to repeat a module once only. For advanced modules with pre-requisites, students are required to satisfactorily meet the pre-requisites before undertaking the modules.
Attendance requirement for part-time (local) students: 75%.

Requirements to Graduate

Students will be considered as eligible for the award of Bachelor of Applied Science (Aviation) when they have satisfactorily completed all academic requirements of the programme as detailed in the programme structure.

Awards are presented to students who have attained a set standard of achievement in the overall performance of the programme.

The degree can be awarded with Distinction based on the student’s academic performance.

A degree conferral ceremony is held in August or September each year in Singapore.

Modules

AERO2484 Introduction to Aircraft^
AERO2496 Airport/Airline Operations
AERO2500 Human Factors in Aviation
AERO2483 Introduction to Aviation
AERO2498 Aviation Industry Environment
AERO3334 Managing the Air Traffic Environment^^
AERO2495 Aviation Safety and Security Systems
AERO2486 Aircraft Maintenance Management
AERO2497 Airport Planning and Management
AERO2490 Airline Operations
AERO2492 Aviation Strategy in the Global Context
AERO2489 Air Cargo Management and Operations
AERO2585 Aircraft Airworthiness
AERO2488 Aviation Industry Project^

^ Modules delivered online

^^ Modules delivered in blended mode

The above modules are subjected to changes by the University.

Capstone AERO2488 Aviation Industry Project provides students with the opportunity to undertake a project on a real-world aviation industry problem or issue and where students are able to apply critical thinking, judgment, problem-solving skills and industry knowledge.

The project is supervised by an RMIT teaching faculty.

View list of modules and descriptions (PDF 290 KB)

View detailed sequence of modules offering (PDF 80 KB)

Admission Criteria

This is an advanced standing programme, and applicants with polytechnic diplomas approved by RMIT will be granted advanced standing and exemptions into the programme.

View list of approved qualifications and exemptions (PDF 80 KB)

Other relevant qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

If an applicant does not satisfy the university’s minimum academic entry requirement, they may produce evidence of other equivalent qualifications or combination of qualifications and experience for assessment by RMIT University.

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English Language Requirements

Applicants who have achieved one of the following qualifications/studies, where English is the language of teaching and assessment no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date (unless otherwise advised), will meet the English language entry criteria to the program(s):

GCE ‘A’ levels at a Singaporean high school with
- Minimum C or better in General Paper at AS / H1 Level; or Knowledge and Inquiry (H2)
- Minimum C grade in H2 subject (excluding language subjects and Mathematics and Music) for A level English – Singapore H2 (previously known as “A level” subject); or

SIM diplomas as approved by RMIT; or
Other RMIT approved local diplomas with duration less than 3 years; or
Candidates with 3-year full-time diploma qualification from a Singaporean Polytechnic, LASALLE College of the Arts, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts or B.C.A Academy, within 5 years prior to the commencement of the RMIT programme; or
A minimum of one-year full-time study in an award equivalent to an Australian diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree; or
One semester full-time of a postgraduate qualification (equivalent to an Australian graduate certificate or higher).

Note:

Applicants will be deemed to have met the English Language criteria with no time limitation; if they have completed one of the abovementioned qualification/studies and have a minimum of 6 years primary/secondary studies of which a minimum of 2 years of this study was undertaken at secondary / senior secondary level, and where the studies was taught and assessed entirely in English from Singapore or other English-speaking country recognised by RMIT.

Learn more about recognised qualifications

All other applicants can meet the English language entry criteria through the completion of one of the following approved English language proficiency tests no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date:

IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0);
TOEFL (internet-based test) – iBT: Overall score 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing);
Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PTE(A): 58 (no communication band less than 50);
Cambridge English (Advanced CAE): 176 with no less than 169 in any component;
RMIT English Worldwide (REW) Advanced Plus or equivalent; OR
The completion of other equivalent qualifications, as approved by RMIT University.

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Fees & Financial Aid

Actual semester fees may vary depending upon exemptions granted and modules taken during each semester. Not all modules will be offered every semester.

First semester fees payable upon acceptance of offer. Subsequent semester fees payable before commencement of semester.

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Programme Fees 

Entry Route & Modules Required	Fees*
Category A - 168 Credit Points. Fees are payable over 5 semesters	S$38,088.96
Category B - 144 Credit Points. Fees are payable over 4 semesters	S$32,647.68
Category C - 96 Credit Points. Fees are payable over 3 semesters	S$21,765.12

* International applicant must have an appropriate work pass (e.g.employment pass, work permit, etc.) to apply for the Part-Time programmes.

The fees quoted are based on S$226.72 per credit point. Fees are valid for July 2025 only.
Students who repeat a failed RMIT degree module must pay a repeat fee of S$226.72 per credit point.
For subsequent intakes, please visit website nearer the application period for updated information.

All fees are inclusive of 9% GST (exclude textbooks / course materials).

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Mandatory Fees

All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.

Application Fee

Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed.

Local applicants: S$109.00

Scholarships & Bursaries

SIM GE Bursary

The SIM GE Bursary aims to provide financial assistance to needy students studying at SIM GE. This award is given based on our eligibility criteria, as well as the assessed level of neediness of the applicants

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SIM GE Bursary

SIM GE Scholarship

The SIM GE Scholarship is given to students with exemplary academic results or achievements in sports and arts. It is applicable to Singapore citizens, permanent residents and international students.

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SIM GE Scholarship

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