Providing the skills and knowledge that future employers want
It’s easy to see why Griffith Aviation degrees are highly sought after as Australia’s most highly recognised industry programs. Successful graduates continue to fill pilot seats and senior management positions at Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad, Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia and Regional Express services. There are also a myriad of additional opportunities in charter, flight instructor or aerial service contract work within the industry, as well as management roles in airport management, regulatory agencies and air traffic control.
Learning and teaching
Griffith Aviation’s professionally equipped teaching staff includes a number of experienced pilots. Our pilot-lecturer contingent spans the breadth of global aviation, including former representatives of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Royal Air Force (UK), South African Air Force as well as major commercial airlines. In The Aviation Management Stream, our instructors have consulting experience with airports in Australia (Adelaide, Brisbane and Gold Coast) and the UK, in addition to Boeing, Air New Zealand and Casa.
Industry links
Industry engagement is a paramount consideration of Griffith Aviation. Our current Industry Advisory Board boasts outstanding, hands-on aviation and scientific expertise, coupled with a complementary business acumen which ensures a positive, all-encompassing direction for Griffith Aviation’s study and research programs.
Aviation at Griffith University
Aviation mentoring
Our MATES (Mentoring Aviators Through Educational Support) program is open to all undergraduate Aviation students, providing ongoing professional development and peer mentoring opportunities throughout your study program. Weekly networking events bring the entire cohort together in a social environment, where students gain practical insights to the industry.