Bachelor of Actuarial Studies
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies
By measuring and managing risk, actuaries help businesses, governments, not-for-profit organisations and individuals make critical decisions for the future. The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies at UNSW is accredited by the Actuaries Institute and includes real-world experience and an optional specialisation to develop your future career as an actuary. You’ll develop…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
By measuring and managing risk, actuaries help businesses, governments, not-for-profit organisations and individuals make critical decisions for the future.
The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies at UNSW is accredited by the Actuaries Institute and includes real-world experience and an optional specialisation to develop your future career as an actuary. You’ll develop a specialist quantitative skill set in actuarial models, financial mathematics, probability and statistics. Within three years you’ll be ready for a quantitative role in a range of industries including financial services, insurance and superannuation.
Key features
Learn from industry leaders
Our courses are taught by world-leading academic staff and industry practitioners to ensure a balanced development of skills.
Professional accreditation
Gain a strong foundation for becoming an actuary or working within a related field. You can earn exemptions from the Actuaries Institute’s Foundation Program in Australia or VEE credit from the Society of Actuaries (USA).
Build expertise
Specialise your studies with an optional actuarial studies or commerce specialisation. You can also complete a double degree with studies in another area of business or a different field such as engineering, law, or arts.
Potential careers
Actuarial Analyst
Asset Management Trainee
Business Consultant
Credit Analyst
Data Analyst
Insurance Analyst
Investment Banker
Risk Assessment Officer
Superannuation Adviser
Wealth Management Analyst
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research
