RMIT Aviation Academy

Aviation Academy

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The RMIT Aviation Academy is at the forefront of aviation education and innovation. Your partner in delivering industry-leading products and services that provide you real-world solutions for the challenges facing aviation today and tomorrow.

Harnessing the infrastructure and cross-disciplinary capability across the university, RMIT Aviation Academy will be the front door to accessing the knowledge, innovation, skills and leadership required by individuals, government and organisations across the global aviation ecosystem.

RMIT University has a long-standing legacy in Aviation and Aerospace and for over 80 years has been a trusted partner and global leader in the industry. 

The RMIT Aviation Academy is an agile enterprise that is able to respond to skills needs and market opportunities, offering a comprehensive aviation-related curriculum and work integrated learning ethos to aviation professionals across the entire industry eco-system. 

About the academy

Largest owned and modern aviation fleet in Australian higher education

Integrated across RMIT's capabilities, including the Sir Lawrence Wackett Defence & Aerospace Centre and the School of Engineering

Industry-led and hands-on aviation courses delivered internationally in Vietnam, Singapore and Hong Kong

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Sector leading in pilot training with flight schools in Point Cook and Bendigo

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RMIT Aviation Academy
The Aviation Academy is at the forefront of aviation education, training, and research. It is sector-leading in pilot training with the largest owned fleet in Australian Higher Education and facilities in Melbourne and flight training sites at Point Cook and in regional Victoria.

Our vision

To be a globally respected Academy of choice for quality end-to-end market solutions supporting a safe and sustainable industry.

Our mission

To inspire, educate and cultivate a proficient global aviation workforce through teaching excellence and enterprise in a collaborative, inclusive environment that promotes lifelong learning.

The Aviation Academy will create partnerships, support industry, and enable growth of aviation-related activities and capabilities domestically and internationally, with a particular focus across South East Asia. 

We aim to: 

  • Drive co-investments with industry and government partners
  • Support aviation business development, education, and research

Strategic pillars

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Operational excellence

We will continue to foster and enhance a continuous improvement culture that delivers commercial excellence and supports a strong and competitive industry for all our global partners.

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Research innovation and entrepreneurship

We will continue to grow and facilitate commercial opportunities through knowledge transfer to develop competitive products and services that support social innovation.

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Workforce sustainability

We will support industry's efforts to enhance organisational diversity, resilience, and [digital] capability for the future through learning and teaching innovation pedagogy.

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Global integration and collaboration

We will leverage strong partnerships to maximise social, cultural, and economic impact through local, regional, and global networks, including our physical presence in Vietnam.

Explore courses in Transport Safety Investigation

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Graduate Certificate in Transport Safety Investigation

Develop foundational expertise across air, marine, and rail industries, focusing on accident prevention and safety management in just six months. Ideal for professionals looking to gain essential investigative skills and start a career in transport safety investigation.

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Graduate Diploma in Transport Safety Investigation

Deepen your knowledge of accident investigation and safety systems to advance your career in transport safety with this one year qualification. Gain specialised skills in risk management and auditing, preparing for roles conducting or managing all phases of a transport accident investigation.

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Lea Vesic

RMIT Aviation Academy Director

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Contact us

If you would like to know more about the Aviation Academy please contact:

Director: Lea Vesic
Email: lea.vesic@rmit.edu.au

If you are interested in partnering with the Aviation Academy, view our industry partnerships page below:

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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