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Degree Master
Duration 18 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Sydney, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Actuarial Studies at University of New South Wales is a Master programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Actuarial Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 18 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Kensington, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Actuarial Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:

  1. Actuary
  2. Quantitative Analyst
  3. Data Analyst
  4. Risk Manager
  5. Financial Modeller
  6. Statistical Researcher

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Probability and Statistics for Actuaries
  2. Financial Mathematics
  3. Finance and Financial Reporting for Actuaries
  4. Business Economics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

A recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent) majoring in actuarial studies, econometrics, mathematics or statistics with a credit average grade, as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.Applicants are expected to have a mathematical background equivalent to a full year of calculus and linear algebra at first-year university undergraduate level at above credit grade, as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.Semester 2 courses in Actuarial Studies assume that students have the required background knowledge from previous studies. Prospective students who plan to commence in semester 2 should consult the School of Risk and Actuarial Studies office prior to application in order to determine if they have the required background. Students who have a very strong background in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics or Finance and Financial Mathematics may be allowed to enrol in the semester 2 Actuarial Studies courses.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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Sydney, Australia

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  • Language English
  • Duration 18 months
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