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Overview

The Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Honours) is a one year advanced undergraduate degree for high-achieving students which may be undertaken upon completion of the requirements of an undergraduate pass degree. The program enables students to expand and deepen their understanding of actuarial studies and develop highly sought after analytical, problem … For more content click the Read More button below. Program Benefits: Competitive advantage, higher chances of immediately getting employed upon completion, increased career options - either in academia, business, government or applied research through gaining: Advanced analytical and problem solving skills required for specialist careers in business and government.Highly sought after research, project management and communication skills in as well as advanced knowledge of the relevant discipline.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Present and defend their research in oral presentations and in writing.
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2.
Plan and execute a piece of research with some independence.
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3.
Reflect critically on existing ideas and practice within the actuarial studies field.
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Apply a highly developed understanding of the theoretical concepts and body of knowledge in actuarial studies and related disciplines to address a research topic.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Program Structure
48 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 48 UOC as a standalone program.

Core Course

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

ACTL4003
6 UOC
Research Methods in Risk and Actuarial Studies

Thesis

Students must take 24 UOC of the following courses.

ACTL4010
6 UOC
Thesis (Actuarial Studies) A
ACTL4011
6 UOC
Thesis (Actuarial Studies) B
ACTL4012
12 UOC
Thesis (Actuarial Studies) C

Prescribed Electives

Students must take at least 18 UOC of the following courses.

ACTL4001
6 UOC
Actuarial Theory and Practice A
ACTL5301
6 UOC
Models for Risk Management
ACTL4002
6 UOC
Actuarial Theory and Practice B
ACTL4303
6 UOC
Asset-Liability Management
ACTL5302
6 UOC
Risk and Capital Management

Enrolment Disclaimer

Please note that this Handbook is a comprehensive catalogue of our offerings and includes courses that can be taken to satisfy program requirements irrespective as to their availability for a particular year. Availability of courses is best checked using filters on this site or on the class timetable site.

You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Special Admission Requirements

For more information about admission requirements for various UNSW programs, visit the following website(s):
Domestic Students
International Student

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Professional Outcomes

Professional Recognition

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Honours Classes

Additional Information

How to Apply

All honours applicants, both domestic and international, apply for the disciplinary honours program via www.apply.unsw.edu.au.

Documentation required:

For UNSW Applicants:

A 4-6 page pre-proposal outlining:
title and topic of proposed research project

  1. a motivation for this research project
  2. a short review of the relevant literature
  3. an outline of the proposed research questions and expected contributions
  4. a discussion of the importance and significance of those expected outcomes
  5. a signed EOI form signed by your proposed supervisor(s)
  6. an up-to-date curriculum vitae

For non-UNSW Applicants:

In addition to the above you are required to contact the Honours
Co-Ordinator in advance (at least one month) of the application deadline with documents 1 and 2, so a supervisor may be identified.

  1. A full transcript of all completed courses to date (including current semester enrolment)
  2. Proof of Part I completion or exemption eligibility
  3. Names and contact (phone number and email) of two academic referees, supporting your application
  4. Additional documentation as advised by the Honours Co-Ordinator

For more information contact the Actuarial Studies Honours Co-Ordinator

Program Fees

At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:

Domestic Students
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)
International Students

Additional Expenses

The resourcing of these students is covered by the current resourcing for the existing 3502 program.

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