UNSW Sydney

Course Level

Bachelor Degree (Honours)

CRICOS

088858M

Related Careers

Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Science (Advanced Mathematics)(Honours)

This challenging and highly rewarding 5 years (full-time) degree is suitable for those with a strong mathematical background wanting to combine actuarial studies with a substantial amount of study in mathematics or statistics. It provides the necessary skills needed to enter the actuarial profession, while developing advanced knowledge in mathematics. The dual degree includes an Honours Year to further develop analytical and research skills, adding extra value to undergraduate studies.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Kensington		N/A	98

Structure

40 courses (240 UOC): Actuarial Studies core courses; 3 Level 3 Actuarial Studies electives; Business School elective; One science (advanced mathematics) major; Science electives; Honours year in sciences (advanced mathematics). NOTE: Students must complete at least 16 courses (96 UOC) for actuarial studies and 24 courses (144 UOC) for science (advanced mathematics).

Subjects

Actuarial studies
Science (Advanced Mathematics) majors include: Advanced statistics
Applied mathematics
Pure mathematics
Quantitative risk.

Entry requirements

Year 12 or equivalent
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Extension 1
Recommended: English (Advanced), HSC Mathematics Extension 2

Recognition

Actuaries Institute of Australia

Study Pathways

Students must achieve the required academic standard in their Actuarial Studies courses to gain exemption from Part I of the Actuaries Institute of Australia, the CT courses of The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK) professional examinations or the VEE credit for the Society of Actuaries (USA). Students can gain exemption from Part II of the Actuaries Institute professional examinations and become an Associate member by completing the designated fourth year courses at the required academic standard.