302408 v.4 Bachelor of Science (Actuarial Science)
BSc(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 038785D
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
This course is designed to provide graduates with the necessary skills in mathematics, statistics, finance, economics, accounting, law, computing and demographics to prepare them for employment as financial advisors in commerical organisations involving insurance companies, superannuation funds, banks, other financial institutions and governments.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
TEE Applicable Mathematics. Calculus is desirable.
Specific Requirements
STAT is not acceptable for mature age entry but may be used to demonstrate English Competence requirements.
Note
In certain cases, the need to complete special units may result in an extension of studies beyond the normal length of the course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
3 years full-time study or part-time equivalent
Professional Recognition
This course is accredited by the Institute of Actuaries of Australia.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
Contact the Career Consultant, Faculty of Science and Engineering on (08) 9266 4816 or email: careers@vesta.curtin.edu.au or visit our website at http://www.scieng.curtin.edu.au.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10987 | v.5 | Accounting 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 309010 | v.2 | Principles of Insurance and Superannuation 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310532 | v.1 | Statistical Data Analysis 102 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7062 | v.6 | Mathematics 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10926 | v.5 | Mathematics 103 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 306542 | v.2 | Principles of Actuarial Science 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307554 | v.1 | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307591 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 103 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 312201 | v.1 * | Actuarial Economics 102 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7492 | v.5 | Mathematics 104 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 12607 | v.4 | Finance Principles 215 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302315 | v.2 | Mathematical Statistics 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8127 | v.6 | Advanced Calculus 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 311622 | v.1 | Theory of Interest 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311623 | v.2 | Practical Mathematical Financial Modelling 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311624 | v.1 | Actuarial Statistics 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 | |||||
| 313563 | v.1 | Actuarial Science Major (BSc Actuarial Sci) | 200.0 | ||
| OR | |||||
| 313564 | v.1 | Actuarial and Applied Statistics Major (BSc Actuarial Sci) | 200.0 | ||
| 200.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 310296 | v.2 | Supply Chain Modelling and Optimisation 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311828 | v.1 | Scientific Computing 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8140 | v.6 | Operations Research 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 302292 | v.1 | Network Optimisation 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302300 | v.2 | Applied Mathematical Modelling 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310297 | v.2 | Logistics Modelling and Optimisation 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8128 | v.6 | Linear Algebra 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8393 | v.9 | Experimental Design and Analysis 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
* Students who do not have a solid background in economics are required to contact the Course Coordinator for an alternate study plan.
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2013 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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