Master of Aviation (Human Factors)
This course has been discontinued - this course is closed for new enrolments, the information on this page is provided for continuing students.
The Master of Aviation (Human Factors) program is designed to enhance students’ skills and abilities to design and implement human factors programs within the aviation industry. It also provides insight into management of the air transportation industry. Students gain an understanding of the multiple facets of human factors training and its application.
Duration
1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Study mode
- Distance
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Master of Aviation (Human Factors) forms the final stage in a three-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
Master of Aviation (Human Factors) (MA-AVHF)
The Master of Aviation (Human Factors) qualifies graduates to undertake leadership developmental roles in aviation human factors.
The course provides students with the advanced knowledge necessary to design, implement and manage human factors programs within the aviation industry and how to develop innovative effective management of contemporary and emerging aviation human factors issues and challenges.
The course, primarily, will meet the needs of personnel currently involved in the aviation industry who wish to upgrade their skills at tertiary level in the advanced area of human factors. In addition, the course has application for personnel in other technologically based industries including rail, shipping, medical, heavy industry, the chemical industry and energy production.
Elective units may be taken from either the Aviation Management or Aviation Human Factors units, or as approved by the Aviation Postgraduate Course Director.
Please note that students must have access to the internet as materials are delivered online.
Course structure
To qualify for the Master of Aviation (Human Factors), students must complete 12 units (150 credit points) comprising:
10 x Core units (125.0 credit points)
2 x Elective units (25 credit points)
Volume of Learning
10 x Core units (125.0 credit points)
2 x Elective units (25 credit points)
Volume of Learning
The Master of Aviation (Human Factors) consists of 150 credit points. Units normally carry 12.5 credit points. A standard annual full-time load comprises 100 credit points and a part-time load comprises 50 credit points. The volume of learning of the Master of Aviation (Human Factors) is typically 1.5 years.
Maximum Academic Credit
The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Master of Aviation (Human Factors) award is 75 credit points (normally 6 units), this is based on exit award requirements of 150 credit points.
Units of study
Core units
Complete 10 core units (125 credit points):
Elective units
Select two elective units (25 credit points) - the following are recommended:
* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Course aims and objectives.
Aims and objectives
On completion of the Master of Aviation (Human Factors) graduates will be able to:
- CLO1 Demonstrate high-level advanced knowledge in professional aviation human factors practice
- CLO2 Identify and describe the complexity of human performance issues in the aviation industry
- CLO3 Design, implement and manage human factors training programs and take leadership, and mentoring roles within operational safety teams
- CLO4 Investigate contemporary and emerging aviation human factors issues and challenges and to develop innovative strategies for implementation
- CLO5 Critically reflect on professional aviation human factors practice
- CLO6 Plan and deliver an independent research report by applying appropriate research principles, sound methods and technical research skills
- CLO7 Apply clear and coherent communication skills to justify propositions and professional decisions
- CLO8 Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for all personal work outputs
Pathways and scholarships
- Credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Entry requirements
A recognised Bachelor degree (minimum 3 years of full-time study) in one of the following cognate disciplines: Aviation or Aviation Management
Or
A recognised Bachelor (Honours) degree in any of the following disciplines:
Aviation, Engineering, Business, Economics, Management, Law, Marketing, Science, Technology, Psychology or Social Science
Or
Completion of the Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) or Graduate Diploma of Aviation (Human Factors)
Or
A recognised Bachelor (Honours) degree in any of the following disciplines:
Aviation, Engineering, Business, Economics, Management, Law, Marketing, Science, Technology, Psychology or Social Science
Or
Completion of the Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Human Factors) or Graduate Diploma of Aviation (Human Factors)
How to apply
This course is closed for new enrolments.