Melbourne, VIC • Aviation & Pilot Training

Aviation & Pilot Training Courses in Melbourne

State: Victoria • Living Cost: $420 - $600 / week

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Explore 49 accredited CRICOS-registered aviation & pilot training degrees and vocational courses in Melbourne. Compare university tuition fees, qualification levels, and post-study work visa rights.

Total Courses

CRICOS Aviation courses

Average Total Fee

$114,010

Across all qualifications

Lowest Course Fee

$11,930

Affordable options

Post-Study Visa

2–3 Yrs Metro

Subclass 485 work rights

Location & Visa Advantage

Studying Aviation & Pilot Training in Melbourne (VIC)

Melbourne offers unparalleled access to global corporate headquarters, research facilities, and leading tech/finance enterprises. International graduates receive standard 2–3 year Subclass 485 Post-Study Work Visas upon graduation.

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Top Institutions for Aviation & Pilot Training in Melbourne

Leading registered providers

Registered Australian universities and higher education institutions offering accredited aviation & pilot training programs in Melbourne.

Institution Name	Location	Courses	Campus Type	Explore
Swinburne University of Technology CRICOS: 00111D • Government	HAWTHORN, VIC	12 courses	Major Metro	View →
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology CRICOS: 00122A • Government	MELBOURNE, VIC	12 courses	Major Metro	View →
Holmes Institute Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02639M • Private	MELBOURNE, VIC	4 courses	Major Metro	View →
TVSA Pilot Training Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03787B • Private	BACCHUS MARSH, VIC	3 courses	Regional Campus (+1 Yr 485 Visa)	View →
Royal Victorian Aero Club CRICOS: 00277D • Private	MENTONE, VIC	3 courses	Major Metro	View →
AAPA VICTORIA PTY LTD CRICOS: 03354E • Private	WENDOUREE VILLAGE, VIC	2 courses	Regional Campus (+2 Yrs 485 Visa)	View →
Tristar Aviation Company Pty Ltd CRICOS: 01933B • Private	MENTONE, VIC	2 courses	Major Metro	View →
J & J Aviation Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02983F • Private	Mentone, VIC	2 courses	Major Metro	View →
Moorabbin Aviation Services Pty Ltd CRICOS: 02530B • Private	MENTONE, VIC	2 courses	Major Metro	View →
Learn to Fly Australia Pty Ltd CRICOS: 03913A • Private	MOORABBIN AIRPORT, VIC	2 courses	Major Metro	View →

Aviation & Pilot Training Courses by Degree Level in Melbourne

Distribution of aviation & pilot training course offerings across academic levels.

Qualification

Diploma

23 courses

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

17 courses

Qualification

Associate Degree

4 courses

Qualification

Certificate III

1 courses

Trade Licensing & Migration Pathway

Aviation & Pilot Training – Licensing, ANZSCO & TRA / CASA Requirements in Melbourne

International students completing a CRICOS-registered aviation & pilot training package in Melbourne graduate with a qualification assessed by Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for skilled migration.

ANZSCO Code	231113 / 231114
Occupation	Aeroplane Pilot / Helicopter Pilot
Assessing / Licensing Body	Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
English Requirement	IELTS 6.0 overall (PTE 50) – no band below 5.5 (aviation English standard)
Course Duration	1 to 2 Years full-time (incl. 150-200 flight hours)
Apprenticeship / Work Placement	Flight Training – 150 hours (CPL-Aeroplane) / 105-150 hours (CPL-Helicopter)
Indicative Total Fee	AUD $65,000 - $140,000
PR Visa Pathways	Subclass 407, Subclass 482 (Employer Sponsored), State nomination where listed
CRICOS Course Codes	Diploma of Aviation • AVI50222 • AVI50322 • Commercial Pilot Licence • Aviation Pilot • Helicopter Pilot

CASA Licensing: Enrol only with a CASA Part 141/142 CRICOS-approved flight school. Includes aviation theory (ATPL), Class 1 medical, Aviation English (EL P), and logged flight hours for a Commercial Pilot Licence.

Tool / Equipment Allowance: Headset, navigation kit and uniform allowance varies by flight school

Provider examples and fee ranges below are taken from live CRICOS data for Melbourne (VIC). Always verify current CRICOS registration and state licensing with the authority above.

Accredited Aviation & Pilot Training Courses in Melbourne

Showing 30 courses

Verified CRICOS-registered courses with full tuition fee schedules and duration details.

Course Name & Code	Institution	Level & Duration	Work Placement	Estimated Total Fee
Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew) CRICOS: 0101251	William Angliss Institute of TAFE MELBOURNE, VIC	Certificate III 26 Weeks	—	$11,930
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101233	AAPA VICTORIA PTY LTD WENDOUREE VILLAGE, VIC	Diploma 10 Weeks	—	$21,000
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101221	Tristar Aviation Company Pty Ltd MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 16 Weeks	—	$26,739
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101229	J & J Aviation Pty Ltd Mentone, VIC	Diploma 28 Weeks	—	$27,793
Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) CRICOS: 106689C	TVSA Pilot Training Pty Ltd BACCHUS MARSH, VIC	Diploma 30 Weeks	—	$33,850
Bachelor of Aviation (Honours) CRICOS: 073087F	Swinburne University of Technology HAWTHORN, VIC	Bachelor Honours Degree 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$39,000
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101225	Moorabbin Aviation Services Pty Ltd MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 26 Weeks	—	$39,500
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 105756E	Learn to Fly Australia Pty Ltd MOORABBIN AIRPORT, VIC	Diploma 17 Weeks	—	$40,000
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101240	TVSA Pilot Training Pty Ltd BACCHUS MARSH, VIC	Diploma 24 Weeks	—	$40,300
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 119507G	Oxford Aviation Academy (Australia) Pty Ltd MOORABBIN AIRPORT, VIC	Diploma 13 Weeks	—	$41,576
Diploma of Aviation (Flight Instructor) CRICOS: 119281J	Royal Victorian Aero Club MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 24 Weeks	—	$42,000
Associate Degree of Aviation CRICOS: 064187K	Swinburne University of Technology HAWTHORN, VIC	Associate Degree 1.5 Years (78 wks)	—	$44,000
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) CRICOS: 0101242	Royal Victorian Aero Club MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 19 Weeks	—	$44,500
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109199H	Tristar Aviation Company Pty Ltd MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 48 Weeks	—	$59,945
Diploma of Flying (Private Pilot License) CRICOS: 110536H	Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology MELBOURNE, VIC	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$69,493
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109212E	AAPA VICTORIA PTY LTD WENDOUREE VILLAGE, VIC	Diploma 1.2 Years (60 wks)	—	$70,000
Bachelor of Aviation (Management) CRICOS: 112848J	Holmes Institute Pty Ltd MELBOURNE, VIC	Bachelor Degree 3 Years (156 wks)	—	$72,250
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109195A	Royal Victorian Aero Club MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 1.4 Years (74 wks)	—	$86,000
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109208A	J & J Aviation Pty Ltd Mentone, VIC	Diploma 1.4 Years (73 wks)	—	$87,961
Master of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering and Aviation) CRICOS: 079832G	Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology MELBOURNE, VIC	Masters Degree (Research) 2 Years (104 wks)	—	$89,066
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109203F	Moorabbin Aviation Services Pty Ltd MENTONE, VIC	Diploma 1.3 Years (68 wks)	—	$89,500
Bachelor of Aviation CRICOS: 063365E	Swinburne University of Technology HAWTHORN, VIC	Bachelor Degree 3 Years (156 wks)	—	$90,000
Bachelor of Aviation (Management) CRICOS: 063370G	Swinburne University of Technology HAWTHORN, VIC	Bachelor Degree 3 Years (156 wks)	—	$90,000
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109220E	TVSA Pilot Training Pty Ltd BACCHUS MARSH, VIC	Diploma 1.2 Years (60 wks)	—	$94,000
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109225M	Learn to Fly Australia Pty Ltd MOORABBIN AIRPORT, VIC	Diploma 1.2 Years (62 wks)	—	$94,450
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 109200J	Box Hill Institute BOX HILL, VIC	Diploma 1.1 Years (58 wks)	—	$99,550
Master of Science (Aviation) CRICOS: 092028D	Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology MELBOURNE, VIC	Masters Degree (Coursework) 2 Years (104 wks)	—	$100,586
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 119508F	Oxford Aviation Academy (Australia) Pty Ltd MOORABBIN AIRPORT, VIC	Diploma 1.0 Years (54 wks)	—	$103,790
Diploma of Aviation CRICOS: 112850D	Holmes Institute Pty Ltd MELBOURNE, VIC	Diploma 1 Year (52 wks)	—	$114,550
Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane) CRICOS: 119218E	Inbound Aviation MANGALORE, VIC	Diploma 48 Weeks	—	$114,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Aviation & Pilot Training courses cost in Melbourne?

Estimated total course fees for Aviation & Pilot Training in Melbourne average around $114,010, starting from $11,930 for vocational or undergraduate qualifications. Tuition fees vary based on university ranking, degree level (Bachelor vs Masters), and program duration.

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