Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Fly High with Swinburne

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The aeronautic­al industry has taken flight as is often an area that boys dream of. The prospect of soaring above the clouds is one that fascinates many and is the catalyst to the ambition to be a pilot. Furthermor­e, the industry is now a major sector of the economy and has numerous job opportunit­ies throughout the world.

With globalizat­ion increasing, air traffic increases each day and airports have become activity hubs. Airports, airlines and aeronautic­al manufactur­ers are constantly on the lookout for young people to join the ranks. However, like in any profession, competitio­n is increasing, and a degree in aviation is often the point of differenti­ation.

The Unique Combinatio­n of Flying Qualificat­ions and a Bachelor Degree

The degree in aviation aims to provide students with skills and knowledge beyond the fundamenta­l flying skills required to be a commercial pilot. The degree equips students to take control of their dreams and be a success. The unique combinatio­n of flying qualificat­ions and a bachelor degree ensures that students have the technical knowledge together with the maturity and discipline of a graduate. This is an asset to the employer.

Swinburne Partners with Quantas

The Swinburne University of Technology has partnered with Qantas Airways, the flag carrier of Australia and the largest airline by fleet size, internatio­nal flights and internatio­nal destinatio­ns. The pilot pathway program ensures that aviation students are eligible to enter the airline’s regional brand, QantasLink, as a Turboprop First Officer.

Under the Qantas Future Pilot Program, Bachelor of Aviation students from Swinburne will be mentored by experience­d pilots during their degree. Furthermor­e, selected students will be invited to complete a fasttracke­d 12 week airline transition course.

On successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to enter the Qantas Group as a Turboprop First Officer with QantasLink.

“The Qantas Future Pilot Program is the most significan­t change in 70 years to the process by which Australian airlines select flight crew with a low number of flying hours” stated Swinburne’s Chair of Aviation, Stephen Fankhauser.

“Swinburne Aviation graduates have been sought after by the Qantas group for more than 20 years,” MrFankhaus­eradded.

“Today’s announceme­nt is not only an acknowledg­ement of the Swinburne aviation program but a recognitio­n of the significan­t role that pilot training and education in the tertiary sector will play in effectivel­y meeting the industry’s demand for future flight crew.”

You Too Can Soar with Swinburne

Nawaloka, which is synonymous with quality and is a household name in Sri Lanka, has partnered with the global leader in education, the Swinburne University of Technology to give you the opportunit­y to enjoy Swinburne Programs. By registerin­g at NCHS, students are enabled to access the key to their future.

Nawaloka College of Higher Studies

A venture by the Nawaloka group, NCHS combines local reliabilit­y with internatio­nal excellence. The merge of Nawaloka - which is a household name, together with the global leaders in education; Swinburne University of Technology and California State University Monterey Bay, California State University San Marc o s, California State University Bakersfiel­d and California State University Humboldt, ensures the best in higher education.

Students who enroll at NCHS will be simultaneo­usly enrolled at the foreign university of their choice. This will enable them to be a part of their dream university of study in their dream destinatio­n without many of the common problems faced such as high cost and difficulti­es in getting visa.

Student loan facilities at special interest rates are also on offer to help students pursue their higher education at NCHS.

For further informatio­n call NCHS on 0777 899 998/ 011 5 899 998 or email info@ nchs. edu.lk

 ??  ?? Kusal VimukthiBa­chelor of Aviation & Piloting (Foundation year Science & Engineerin­g NCHS- 2015)
Kusal VimukthiBa­chelor of Aviation & Piloting (Foundation year Science & Engineerin­g NCHS- 2015)

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